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Best Speakers of 2026 - CNET X Tech Home Entertainment Audio Speakers Best Speakers of 2026 Whether you're looking for a Bluetooth speaker, a soundbar or loudspeakers for your home theater, these are the best products for the money. Our Experts Written by Ty Pendlebury Article updated on February 11, 2026 at 3:00 AM PST Ty Pendlebury Editor TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury joined CNET Australia in 2006, and moved to New York City to be a part of CNET in 2011. He tests, reviews and writes about the latest TVs and audio equipment. When he's not playing Call of Duty he's eating whatever cuisine he can get his hands on. He has a cat named after one of the best TVs ever made. Expertise Ty has worked for radio, print, and online publications, and has been writing about home entertainment since 2004. He is an avid record collector and streaming music enthusiast. Credentials Ty was nominated for Best New Journalist at the Australian IT Journalism awards, but he has only ever won one thing. As a youth, he was awarded a free session for the photography studio at a local supermarket. See full bio Why You Can Trust CNET 30+ Years of Experience 35 Product Reviewers 15k Sq. Feet of Lab Space CNET staff -- not advertisers, partners or business interests -- determine how we review products and services. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Reviews ethics statement How we test vs Compare Back to selection Whether you're interested in background music for your next party or you're looking to upgrade a stereo system, there's a speaker set ready for you. Speakers tend to be designed with a specific purpose in mind. For example, you might need speakers for your TV, computer speakers or a set for a specific room. Or perhaps you need portable Bluetooth speakers to take on a trip. There's a speaker for every situation. Our Picks Best sounding smart speaker Sonos Era 100 Jump to details $219 at Best Buy Jump to details Best bookshelf speakers for the money Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2 Jump to details $479 at Amazon Jump to details Best tower speakers for the money Fluance XL8F $600 at Amazon Want the biggest sound? You'll need big speakers. The fit and finish of the large Fluance XL8 towers is unmatched by other speakers at its price. The sound of the XL8F is open and thrilling, but never shrill, and when fed a movie soundtrack these speakers simply zing. They're no slouch with music either. If you truly want the maximum speaker for your money, the huge Fluance XL8F has no equal. Jump to details Pros Big, generously proportioned speakers Excellent sound quality perfect for long binge sessions Nothing holds a candle to it for the money Cons Could be smoother, especially with its lower register Dustcaps didn't quite line up Expand Pros & Cons Best budget Bluetooth speaker Tribit StormBox Micro 2 Jump to details $50 at Amazon Jump to details Best surround sound speakers Klipsch Reference Cinema System 5.1.4 With Dolby Atmos Jump to details $549 at Amazon Jump to details Best computer speakers Edifier R1280DB Jump to details $190 at Amazon Jump to details Best smart soundbar Yamaha YAS-209 $259 at Best Buy The Yamaha YAS-209 is one of the most fully featured soundbars the company has ever offered -- especially at the price. With Alexa, HDMI connectivity and a wireless subwoofer, this soundbar doesn't want for anything. The sound quality is great, too. Jump to details Pros Excellent sound in a compact size Amazon Alexa onboard DTS Virtual:X Articulate subwoofer Cons No onscreen display Expand Pros & Cons Best high-end soundbar Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar Jump to details $999 at HP Jump to details Show 3 more BLUETOOTH SPEAKER DEALS OF THE WEEK Beats Pill Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Matte Black) : $100 (save $50) Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black) : $269 (save $31) Bose SoundLink Micro Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black) : $89 (save $30) JBL Charge 6 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker (Black) : $130 (save $70) Bose SoundLink Revolve Plus Series II Portable Bluetooth Speaker : $179 (save $120) Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article. Not all speakers are created equal I've highlighted the best wired and wireless speakers I've tested costing between $50 and $1,000. While most of the included systems are powered speakers, you'll also find passive bookshelf speakers , such as the Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2 , which just need to be paired with a great AV receiver . From smart speakers to outdoor speakers to immersive home theater systems , every model I've chosen boasts great sound quality and is the best speaker in its particular category. I'll update this list periodically as we review new products, so you can take your audio setup to the next level. Read more: Best Soundbar for 2026 Photo Gallery 1/1 Best sounding smart speaker Sonos Era 100 With great sound, a compact size and the Alexa voice assistant built-in, the Sonos Era 100 packs a lot of punch, making it the best smart speaker for the money. ... Show more Get it now $219 at Best Buy $199 at B&H Photo-Video $219 at Crutchfield Sarah Tew/CNET Photo Gallery 1/1 Sarah Tew/CNET Best bookshelf speakers for the money Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2 This Elac speaker has been belting out classic, affordable designs ever since its, er, debut in 2015. The Debut 2.0 exemplifies the brand's appeal to both the budget-conscious and audiophiles. It offers a lively, insightful sound and attractive looks for under $500. It has been replaced by the very similar sounding Debut 3.0, but there are still 3.0 models available. ... Show more Get it now $479 at Amazon $479 at Crutchfield Ty Pendlebury/CNET Photo Gallery 1/1 Ty Pendlebury/CNET Best tower speakers for the money Fluance XL8F Pros Big, generously proportioned speakers Excellent sound quality perfect for long binge sessions Nothing holds a candle to it for the money Cons Could be smoother, especially with its lower register Dustcaps didn't quite line up Want the biggest sound? You'll need big speakers. The fit and finish of the large Fluance XL8 towers is unmatched by other speakers at its price. The sound of the XL8F is open and thrilling, but never shrill, and when fed a movie soundtrack these speakers simply zing. They're no slouch with music either. If you truly want the maximum speaker for your money, the huge Fluance XL8F has no equal. ... Show more Get it now $600 at Amazon $600 at Walmart David Carnoy/CNET Photo Gallery 1/1 David Carnoy/CNET Best budget Bluetooth speaker Tribit StormBox Micro 2 Budget Bluetooth speakers are seemingly a dime a dozen, but among the countless options there do lie some gems. The $50 Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 is a compact, portable speaker that offers both waterproofing and excellent bass for its size. ... Show more Get it now $50 at Amazon Josh Goldman/CNET Photo Gallery 1/1 Josh Goldman/CNET Best surround sound speakers Klipsch Reference Cinema System 5.1.4 With Dolby Atmos If there was ever a bargain in home theater it was this -- for around the same price as the Elac speakers above you can get a full Dolby Atmos setup. With a sub! Sound quality is excellent and the Klipsch kit includes all of the cables you need in the box. ... Show more Get it now $549 at Amazon Amazon Photo Gallery 1/1 Amazon Best computer speakers Edifier R1280DB The Edifier R1280DB offers almost everything you could want in a PC speaker -- excellent sound, a range of connections including Bluetooth and a compact footprint -- and all for a reasonable $150. It doesn't offer USB, though, so connect the headphone/line out of your PC to it instead. ... Show more Get it now $190 at Amazon Sarah Tew/CNET Photo Gallery 1/1 Sarah Tew/CNET Best smart soundbar Yamaha YAS-209 Pros Excellent sound in a compact size Amazon Alexa onboard DTS Virtual:X Articulate subwoofer Cons No onscreen display The Yamaha YAS-209 is one of the most fully featured soundbars the company has ever offered -- especially at the price. With Alexa, HDMI connectivity and a wireless subwoofer, this soundbar doesn't want for anything. The sound quality is great, too. ... Show more Get it now $259 at Best Buy $350 at Amazon Specs & Configurations Dolby Atmos No Connections Bluetooth, optical, HDMI in/out, Wi-Fi Wireless subwoofer Yes Number of channels 2.1 Add to compare Ty Pendlebury/CNET Photo Gallery 1/1 Ty Pendlebury/CNET Best high-end soundbar Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar The Bose Smart Ultra is the best single soundbar I've tested for under $1,000. It sounds great whether you're listening to music or watching a movie, and it's not half-bad looking, either. It also offers plenty of features, including a built-in voice assistant and Wi-Fi music streaming. ... Show more Get it now $999 at HP $999 at Best Buy $999 at B&H Photo-Video More home entertainment essentials Sonos One vs. Amazon Echo Studio: Which Should You Buy? Best Sonos Speakers from $100 Best 4K Projectors Best Wireless Speakers Best Soundbars under $300 Best Soundbars with Amazon Alexa Best Bluetooth Speakers Best Headphones Best Turntables Under $300 Best PC Speakers Best AV Receivers Best Universal Remotes Best Dolby Atmos Soundbar Best Wireless Bluetooth Boombox Best Home Theater Systems About the Author Ty Pendlebury Editor Ty Pendlebury Editor TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury joined CNET Australia in 2006, and moved to New York City to be a part of CNET in 2011. He tests, reviews and writes about the latest TVs and audio equipment. When he's not playing Call of Duty he's eating whatever cuisine he can get his hands on. 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