Bluetooth speakers under £30 are well reviewed now, and the best ones have thousands of ratings. They are small, so don't expect deep bass or party volume, but for a bedroom, kitchen, desk or a bag they do the job.

We chose the best-reviewed Bluetooth speakers under £30 on Amazon UK, judging by rating, number of reviews and price. We haven't tested them ourselves. This comparison is based on the Amazon listings and customer ratings, so check the latest price and details before you buy.

Short answer: The soundcore 2 is the safest cheap speaker, with the most reviews and a 4.7 rating. The JBL Go 4 is the best pocket-size option, and the Soundcore Select 4 Go is the cheapest on the page. Prices and ratings are from Amazon UK, checked when our catalogue was last updated. Prices change, so check the latest on Amazon.

1. Best overall: soundcore 2

Anker soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Anker soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
★★★★☆ 4.7 · 157,617 Amazon UK ratings
£25

One of the most-reviewed Bluetooth speakers on Amazon UK, with a 4.7 rating from more than 150,000 buyers. A 12W stereo speaker at around £25.

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2. Best pocket-size: JBL Go 4

JBL GO 4 Ultra-Portable Bluetooth Speaker
JBL GO 4 Ultra-Portable Bluetooth Speaker
★★★★☆ 4.7 · 24,946 Amazon UK ratings
£27

A tiny JBL speaker with a 4.7 rating from nearly 25,000 buyers. Small enough for a pocket or bag, and a little more expensive than the Soundcore options.

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3. Cheapest: Soundcore Select 4 Go

Soundcore Anker Select 4 Go Ultra-Portable Bluetooth
Soundcore Anker Select 4 Go Ultra-Portable Bluetooth
★★★★☆ 4.7 · 14,264 Amazon UK ratings
£19

The cheapest speaker on this page, under £20, with a 4.7 rating from more than 14,000 buyers. A good gift or spare speaker.

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4. Most reviewed mini: Anker Soundcore Mini

Anker Super-Portable Bluetooth Speaker Soundcore Mini
Anker Super-Portable Bluetooth Speaker Soundcore Mini
★★★★☆ 4.7 · 110,051 Amazon UK ratings
£25

A super-portable older Soundcore speaker with a 4.7 rating from more than 110,000 buyers. Very cheap and very small.

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5. Also great: Anker Soundcore (original upgraded version)

Anker Soundcore Bluetooth Speaker Upgraded Version
Anker Soundcore Bluetooth Speaker Upgraded Version
★★★★☆ 4.7 · 35,555 Amazon UK ratings
£25

A 4.7 rating from more than 35,000 buyers at about £25, so a solid alternative if the soundcore 2 is out of stock.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Bluetooth speaker under £30?
On Amazon UK ratings, the soundcore 2 is the safest pick, with a 4.7 rating from more than 150,000 buyers. The JBL Go 4 is the best pocket-size option.
Are cheap Bluetooth speakers any good?
The best ones are well reviewed and fine for a bedroom, kitchen or desk. They are small, so expect limited bass and volume compared with bigger speakers.
Is Soundcore as good as JBL?
On Amazon UK ratings the two are very close, and Soundcore is usually cheaper. We haven't tested them ourselves, so check reviews for the sound style you prefer.
HomeGadgetPro Editorial Team
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