

It's one of the few smart speakers we've tested to offer such outstanding portability. Its IP56 rating for dust and water resistance means it's certified for protection against direct contact with water for up to three minutes, so you're safe to use it poolside, too. Since it's battery-powered, you can take this smart speaker on the go, which is great if you want to listen to your favorite tunes in your backyard. Unlike the Sonos Era 300, this speaker doesn't support Dolby Atmos but has one major added perk. The Sonos Move is a more affordable smart speaker that's a great alternative.

Overall, this speaker is one of the best of the best, so if you're looking for a simple plug-and-play device to listen to music, it's probably a little much. It's also the best-sounding smart speaker we've tested, which is great if you're an avid audiophile. Plus, bass and treble adjustments let you manually adjust for any changes in the sound. Room correction is available to optimize the speaker's sound based on your room's unique acoustics- the full feature is only for iOS devices, but Android users can still use a simpler alternative. This speaker gives you access to lots of premium sound enhancement tools. It's one of the only speakers we've tested with Dolby Atmos support, too, which is great if you want to watch movies in this format or listen to Dolby Atmos Music on compatible streaming platforms. That's right-this speaker connects to other Sonos devices in your home ecosystem and pairs up with compatible Sonos soundbars for at-home surround sound.

Available in either black or white, it boasts a sleek style that'll blend right into your living room decor, which is especially handy if you want to use it as part of your home theater setup. Released in 2023, this premium device has built-in Alexa support for hands-free control. The best smart speaker that we've tested is the Sonos Era 300.
