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Best Bluetooth speakers with heavy bass

If you are looking to buy a Bluetooth speaker either for yourself or as a gift to someone, it might be a good idea to get a compact speaker. While there are many <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech-buying-guides/best-bluetooth-speakers-to-listen-to-music-on-the-go/articleshow/78011437.cms">Bluetooth speakers</a> available in the market, not every speaker can be carried easily.<br /><br />A <keyword id="11368158" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="compact-bluetooth-speaker" source="Orion">compact Bluetooth speaker</keyword> can be easily carried with you, allowing you to play your favorite music on the go. One of the things that you need to keep in mind is the battery life.<br /><br />    <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="83174246" title="Best affordable waterproof Bluetooth speakers" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div><br />In this post, we take a look at some of the best Bluetooth speakers available in India that are easy to carry around with you.<br /><br /><br /><bulletContentEmbed name="B07QD1FSWD" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B07QD1FSWD_head">      <div type="image" title="Editor&amp;#39;s Choice" msid="83392868" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb>B07QD1J6WJ</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B07QD1FSWD_body"><bulletContentRow name="B07QD1FSWD_6975972007972829"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Sony SRS-XB12</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">The Sony SRS-XB12 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker features an easy-to-carry design and comes with IP67 water and dust resistance rating. It comes with a passive radiator that works with the mono speaker to deliver powerful bass. It allows you to connect with another speaker to get a stereo sound experience.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B07QD1FSWD_5617432742645585"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">It is equipped with a powerful battery that offers a playtime of 16 hours on a single charge.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed><br /><br /><bulletContentEmbed name="B07B2XRFRV" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B07B2XRFRV_head">            <div type="image" title="Reliable Pick" msid="83170472" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb>B07B2XRFRV</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B07B2XRFRV_body"><bulletContentRow name="B07B2XRFRV_2529992682344150"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Portronics SoundDrum POR-871</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">The Portronics POR-871 SoundDrum 4.2 Stereo Speaker features dual 5W speakers with powerful amplifiers to offer a good sound experience. It is water resistant and can withstand splashing. It offers a playtime of 7 hours on a single charge and takes up to 2 hours to charge completely.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B07B2XRFRV_9531141919621623"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">It comes with a built-in FM, allowing you to listen to your favourite radio stations.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed><br /><br /><bulletContentEmbed name="B07B8V5DCJ" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B07B8V5DCJ_head">      <div type="image" title="Popular Choice" msid="83170496" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb>B07B88KQZ8</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B07B8V5DCJ_body"><bulletContentRow name="B07B8V5DCJ_4485679536845041"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">JBL Go 2</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">The JBL Go 2 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker is available in 12 colour options and comes with a smooth and durable double-injection finishing. It offers an audio output of 3W and is equipped with voice assistant integration. It offers 5 hours of playtime on a single charge. It comes with a built-in microphone that allows you to answer calls using the speaker itself.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B07B8V5DCJ_2041491323146227"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">It comes with IPX7 rating, which means it is waterproof.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed><br /><br /><bulletContentEmbed name="B01JIP48IC" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B01JIP48IC_head">            <div type="image" title="Also Consider" msid="83170515" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb>B01JIP48IC</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B01JIP48IC_body"><bulletContentRow name="B01JIP48IC_6193699360489705"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">boAt Stone 200</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">The boAt Stone 200 Wireless Speaker comes with a portable design and offers an audio output of 3W. It comes with a rubber matte finish that makes it shockproof. It is IPX6 rated for water resistance, allowing you to use them outdoors without having to worry about getting the speaker wet.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B01JIP48IC_5121733573274405"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">It offers a battery life of up to 10 hours, so you don’t have to worry about running out of power.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed><br /><br /><bulletContentEmbed name="B01DZ56MX0" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B01DZ56MX0_head">            <div type="image" title="Premium Pick" msid="83170522" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb>B01DZ56MX0</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B01DZ56MX0_body"><bulletContentRow name="B01DZ56MX0_7431710348523205"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Anker SoundCore Sport XL</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">The Anker SoundCore Sport XL <keyword id="4984489" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Portable-Bluetooth-Speaker" source="Orion">Portable Bluetooth speaker</keyword> boasts of great bass and a playback time of 15 hours, and also allows you to charge your smartphone. Its form factor makes it perfect to carry it around with you. It is equipped with dual 8W stereo drivers and offers excellent frequency response. It is IP67 certified for water and dust resistance.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B01DZ56MX0_0070221179049393"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">It is loaded with features and its attractive price makes it a compelling option.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed><br /><br /><bulletContentEmbed name="B07WZRWBQD" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B07WZRWBQD_head">      <div type="image" title="Pocket Friendly" msid="83170528" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb>B07W5VJYK2</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B07WZRWBQD_body"><bulletContentRow name="B07WZRWBQD_1466523339945966"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Infinity by Harman Fuze Pint</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">The Infinity Fuze Pint Bluetooth Speaker is a pocket-sized speaker and is made using rugged materials. It offers a battery life of up to 5 hours on a single charge. It comes with a Dual Equalizer feature that delivers punchy and enhanced bass once activated. It offers a battery life of up to 5 hours on a single charge.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B07WZRWBQD_0065280589552241"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">It comes with voice assistant integration, allowing you to control music playback, get weather updates and more using voice commands.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed><br />

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<ul class="summary-list"><li>The Anker Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro earbuds offer great sound, long battery life, and a comfortable fit at an affordable price.</li><li>The Liberty 2 Pros also come in a compact case that's easy open with one hand and store in a pocket or purse. </li><li>They're lacking some of the features I've come to appreciate from <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-watch-series-5-vs-fitbit-versa-2-features-compared-2019-12">Apple's</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/airpods">AirPods</a>, but they're still a worthwhile option for those looking to spend a little less on a great pair of wireless earbuds.</li><li><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/google">Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. </a></li></ul><p>Apple may be responsible for popularizing the truly wireless earbud trend with its AirPods, which have become so popular they've <a href="https://www.buzzfeed.com/javiermoreno/funny-airpods-memes">inspired memes</a> and helped make the company's wearables business <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-q2-2019-earnings-apple-watch-airpods-sales-2019-4">as big as a Fortune 200 company.</a></p><p>But since the original AirPods debuted in 2016, dozens of platform-agnostic alternatives have entered the market - many of which are less expensive than the iPhone maker's cord-free earbuds. </p><p>Anker's <a href="https://www.soundcore.com/products/variant/liberty-2-pro/A3909011">Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro earbuds</a>, which launched in September, are one such example. Originally priced at $150 and currently selling for $110, they're cheaper than the $160 AirPods and noticeably less expensive than $250 AirPods Pro. Yet they still offer long battery life, a customizable and comfortable fit, and good sound quality.</p><p>Although they lack some of Apple's more useful features, I found that I didn't miss my AirPods much at all when making the switch. </p><p>Here's a closer look at what it's been like to use them. </p><p class="tagline"><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/intelligence/bi-intelligence-daily?IR=T&amp;itm_source=businessinsider&amp;itm_medium=ctgr_bii&amp;itm_term=ctgr_subscription&amp;itm_content=apple&amp;itm_campaign=bi-intelligence-daily"></a></p>

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<p><em>The<span> </span><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insiderpicks" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Insider Picks</a><span> </span>team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we get a share of the revenue from your purchase</em></p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><a href="https://fave.co/2QgeoXO" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a><p class="source"><span>Anker</span></p></div><p></p></div></div></p><ul class="summary-list"><li>Anker makes some of our favorite well-priced, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-tech-accessory-company-anker-founded-by-former-google-employees-2016-8" target="_blank" rel="noopener">everyday tech accessories</a>, and they're even cheaper during its <a href="https://fave.co/2QgeoXO" target="_blank" rel="noopener">holiday sale</a>, which runs through December 31.</li><li>The sale includes staples like <a href="https://fave.co/2QhTffT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">extra long charging cables</a> and <a href="https://fave.co/2Qkue3U" target="_blank" rel="noopener">battery packs</a>, but extends into <a href="https://fave.co/2E8RVF5" target="_blank" rel="noopener">speakers</a>, <a href="https://fave.co/2E4TnIy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">portable projectors</a>, and <a href="https://fave.co/2QmuShr" target="_blank" rel="noopener">baby monitors</a>.</li><li>Although the sale runs through the end of the month, some items take between three and five days to ship, so factor that into your shopping.</li><li>Anker's <a href="https://fave.co/2QgeoXO" target="_blank" rel="noopener">holiday sale</a> also involves a giveaway. Once the sale is over, Anker will pick 100 people at random and completely refund their order. Winners will be notified by January 4.</li></ul><p>Holiday shopping for someone who loves tech can be tough. It's easy to feel like you're stuck between getting something really expensive or just giving up and getting them socks (<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/christmas-socks-gifts-2018-12" target="_blank" rel="noopener">which are still a great gift</a>, by the way.)</p><p>Anker, one of our <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-tech-accessory-company-anker-founded-by-former-google-employees-2016-8" target="_blank" rel="noopener">favorite tech accessory startups</a>, just kicked off its <a href="https://fave.co/2QgeoXO" target="_blank" rel="noopener">holiday sale</a>, which runs through December 31 and is full of fun, affordable gifts that everyone from your tech-obsessed cousin to your tech-adverse sibling will use and appreciate every day.</p><p>Rather than trying to reinvent the wheel, Anker's accessories include staples like long, durable charging cables that come in <a href="https://fave.co/2QhTffT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lightning</a> and <a href="https://fave.co/2B9iKpB" target="_blank" rel="noopener">USB-C</a> versions, <a href="https://fave.co/2Qkue3U" target="_blank" rel="noopener">battery packs</a> that pack a lot of power into a manageable size, and a <a href="https://fave.co/2AYOgGC" target="_blank" rel="noopener">multi-port USB charger</a> that lets you charge five gadgets at the same time. Those accessories solve problems your giftee might not even realize they have, and all cost under $30.</p><p>This sale even includes gadgets from Anker's subsidiaries, including SoundCore <a href="https://fave.co/2E8RVF5" target="_blank" rel="noopener">speakers</a> and <a href="https://fave.co/2AZOvkx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">headphones</a>, a Eufy <a href="https://fave.co/2QmuShr" target="_blank" rel="noopener">baby monitor</a>, and a Nebula <a href="https://fave.co/2E4TnIy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">portable projector</a>. These gadgets are a pricier than Anker's regular accessories, but they're very reasonable compared to their competition. </p><p>You can shop <a href="https://fave.co/2QgeoXO" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anker's sale</a> on your own, but we've saved you some time by cherry picking the best deals and organizing them by category below. Keep in mind that while <a href="https://fave.co/2QgeoXO" target="_blank" rel="noopener">this sale</a> is running through the end of the month, some items ship between three and five days after they're ordered, so you should take that into consideration if you're planning on giving these items as gifts.</p><p>As an added incentive to check out <a href="https://fave.co/2QgeoXO" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the sale</a>, anyone who places an order will automatically be entered into a contest, and 100 people will have their order fully refunded. Winners will be contacted by January 4, and the refund will be issued within 30 days.</p><p>We like Anker's accessories enough to recommend them at their full price, but these discounts (and the potential to get them for free) make the company's <a href="https://fave.co/2QgeoXO" target="_blank" rel="noopener">holiday sale</a> one of the best we've seen.</p><section data-slideshow-intro-content=""><div><h3><em><strong>Looking for more gift ideas?<span> </span><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/gift-guide-2018" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Check out all of Insider Picks' holiday gift guides for 2018 here</a>.</strong></em></h3></div></section><h2>The best charging accessories </h2><ul><li><a href="https://fave.co/2QEdBzv" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PowerDrive Elite 2, $9.09 (originally $12.99)</a> <strong>[You save $3.09 with promo code "ANKERCC2"]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2Qkue3U" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PowerCore II Slim 10000, $28.79 (originally $39.99)</a> <strong>[You save $11.20 with promo code "ANKERHW6"]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2QkPtTa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Powerwave 7.5 Stand, $23.79 (originally $29.99)</a> <strong>[You save $6.20 with promo code "ANKER009"]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2AYr37y" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anker 10W Wireless Charging Pad, $12.99 (originally $23.99)</a> <strong>[You save $11]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2QjNdLV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PowerPort Mini Dual Port Wall Charger, $8.79 (originally $10.99)</a> <strong>[You save $2.20 with promo code "ANKERWC2"]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2AYOgGC" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anker PowerPort 6, $20.99 (originally $29.99)</a><strong> [You save $9 with promo code "ANKERWC6"]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2B9iKpB" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PowerLine+ 6ft USB-C to USB 2.0 Cable, $9.99 (originally $12.99)</a><strong> [You save $3]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2QhTffT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PowerLine+ 6ft Lightning Cable, $11.49 (originally $16.99)</a><strong> [You save $5.50 with promo code "ANKCABLE"]</strong><strong><br /></strong></li></ul><h2><strong>The best speakers, headphone, and projector deals</strong></h2><ul><li><a href="https://fave.co/2AXyifT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anker </a><span><a href="https://fave.co/2AXyifT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spirit Headphones, $25.99</a><strong> (originally $32.99 with promo code "SCXMSHP6") </strong></span></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2AZOvkx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SoundBuds Verve, $10.39 (originally $12.99)</a> <strong>[You save $2.60]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2E8RVF5" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Soundcore Flare, $49.99 (originally $59.99)</a> <strong>[You save $10]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2QCXHW1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Soundcore Flare [2-Pack], $87.99 (originally $109.99)</a> <strong>[You save $22]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2QCY2bf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Soundcore Mini 2, $27.06 (originally $30.07)</a> <strong>[You save $3.01 with promo code "SCXMSMINI"]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2QGurxF" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Roav Bluetooth Receiver, $10.99 (originally $15.99)</a> <strong>[You save $5 with promo code "ROAVEDM3"]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2E4TnIy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nebula Capsule, $239.99 (originally $349.99)</a> <strong>[You save $110 with promo code "XMASM112"]</strong></li></ul><h2>The best home tech deals </h2><ul><li><a href="https://fave.co/2E76SY2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anker PowerHouse Power Supply, $379.99 (originally $499.99)</a> <strong>[You save $120]</strong></li><li><a href="https://fave.co/2QjPFSD" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Eufy MiracleBlend D1, $83.99 (originally $119.99)</a> <strong>[You save $36 with promo code 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<p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image"></div></div></div></strong></p><ul class="summary-list"><li><strong>Knowing a few ways to make an <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_070319_make-iphone-louder&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-iphone%2Fiphone-xs">iPhone</a> louder ensures that you'll never struggle to hear your music at an adequate volume.</strong></li><li><strong>If your <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_070319_make-iphone-louder&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-iphone%2Fiphone-xs">iPhone's</a> speaker isn't loud enough, switching to a different EQ setting and disabling its volume limiter can make your <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_070319_make-iphone-louder&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-iphone%2Fiphone-xs">iPhone</a> louder. </strong></li><li><strong>You can also try positioning it differently (in a bowl, for instance), or connecting your phone to a Bluetooth speaker. </strong></li><li><strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/?hprecirc-bullet">Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories</a>.</strong></li></ul><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Most <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_070319_make-iphone-louder&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-iphone%2Fiphone-xs">iPhone</a> models are capable of fairly loud volume - perhaps not enough to enjoy music through the speakers on a noisy subway, but certainly good enough for most everyday situations. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But if you find your <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_070319_make-iphone-louder&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-iphone%2Fiphone-xs">iPhone</a> isn't loud enough to suit you, here are a few ways you can try to make your iPhone's speaker louder. </span></p><h3><strong>Check out the products mentioned in this article:</strong></h3><h3><a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_070319_make-iphone-louder&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-iphone%2Fiphone-xs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone XS (From $729 at Apple)</a></h3><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0792KTHKJ/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_070319_make-iphone-louder-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B0792KTHKJ&amp;linkId=750deb091a7c6340f83735ce354b8b3d" rel="noopener">Amazon Echo Dot (For $24.99 at Amazon)</a></h3><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MTB55WH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_070319_make-iphone-louder-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B01MTB55WH&amp;linkId=d28abbb2453a14669e5d58b964957140" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anker SoundCore 2 (For $39.99 at Amazon)</a></h3><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LZRFI5C/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=bi_070319_make-iphone-louder-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B01LZRFI5C&amp;linkId=52e169b9c91b286b9ba33cba4dad6a7e">Bose Soundlink Mini II (For $149.99 at Amazon)</a></h3>

'Why is my iPhone so quiet?': 4 ways to make your iPhone louder, from changing its settings to sticking it in a bowl

<ul class="summary-list"><li><strong>Bluetooth speakers come in all shapes, sizes, and price ranges. </strong></li><li><strong>The Sonos Move is our top pick because it has excellent sound quality, offers voice control, and you can move it around your home.</strong></li><li><strong>In this guide, we also have several picks that are more portable and lightweight than the Move for those of you who want to bring your speaker everywhere.</strong></li></ul><p>A great listening experience shouldn't be limited to one spot in your home, and while the days of carrying around a boom box on your shoulder are by and large over, you can still get a great on-the-go music playing device for you and your friends in the form of a Bluetooth speaker.</p><p>Whether you're getting a speaker for your day at the park or just to use around the house, there's almost certainly a great Bluetooth speaker for you. But there are a number of things to consider before you buy.</p><ul><li><strong>Size matters: </strong>You'll want to think about how big you want the speaker to be. Now, speaking very generally, larger speakers will be louder, and while you can often get quite a racket out of a smaller speaker, for larger parties and gatherings, a larger speaker may be a little more appropriate. Of course, size also affects portability. If you're looking for something you can slip in your bag and not feel its weight too often, then a smaller speaker may be a better choice for you.</li><li><strong>Battery life: </strong>You'll obviously want a longer battery life if you're looking for a speaker that can last all day, but sometimes a speaker with a shorter battery lifespan will do the job - especially if you plan on being able to charge the speaker up often or even while in use.</li><li><strong>Durability and water resistance: </strong>Durability is another important factor if you plan on carrying the speaker around a lot. Not only will your speaker last longer if it's more durable, but it might be a little more versatile, too. For example, you probably won't want to take a non-waterproof speaker to the pool or the beach.</li><li><strong>Sound quality:</strong> Some may not care too much about how the speaker sounds, but others will want to ensure that they're getting the best-sounding speaker for their money.</li></ul><p>We have a pick for everyone in our buying guide whether you're an audiophile who's ready to spend the big bucks, a college kid on a budget, or someone whose needs fall in between the two ends of the spectrum.</p><h2>Here are the best Bluetooth speakers:</h2><ul class="summary-list"><li>Best Bluetooth speaker overall: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W95RBZM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biipgf_081417_best-bluetooth-speakers-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07W95RBZM&amp;linkId=cef2a29d5ba88f5fc696d6552326bf8f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener nofollow">Sonos Move</a></li><li><strong>Best portable Bluetooth speaker: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bose-SoundLink-Revolve-Bluetooth-Speaker/dp/B06XCW4VFS/?&amp;_encoding=UTF8&amp;tag=biipgf_081417_best-bluetooth-speakers-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;linkId=59b0c152bc41cf1699b1ae608b4aac7f&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Bose SoundLink Revolve+</a> </strong></li><li><strong>Best waterproof Bluetooth speaker: </strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DD7ZJ6X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biipgf_081417_best-bluetooth-speakers-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07DD7ZJ6X&amp;linkId=a59c7827ccd674b8c0dc06891433a86d" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow nofollow">UE Boom 3</a></li><li><strong>Best small Bluetooth speaker: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/PLAY-Bang-Olufsen-Bluetooth-Microphone/dp/B06XYS8Q5X/?&amp;_encoding=UTF8&amp;tag=biipgf_081417_best-bluetooth-speakers-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;linkId=b8a4a6c79e2ea76fd4e5ca6906063694&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">B&amp;O PLAY by Bang &amp; Olufsen Beoplay P2</a></strong></li><li><strong>Best affordable Bluetooth speaker: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MSYQWNY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biipgf_081417_best-bluetooth-speakers-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B01MSYQWNY&amp;linkId=f40a844e215d74e2fa96418e6105d4c4" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">JBL Flip 4</a></strong></li><li><strong>Best cheap Bluetooth speaker: </strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PPNY861/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biipgf_081417_best-bluetooth-speakers-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07PPNY861&amp;linkId=01e8a0015b322717f290e3b1dedb7604" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Anker Soundcore Flare Mini</a></li><li><strong>Best Alexa smart speaker with Bluetooth: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NFTVP7P/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biipgf_081417_best-bluetooth-speakers-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07NFTVP7P&amp;linkId=48df75e225f7976a47cb5bde1d06acbd" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Amazon Echo (3rd Gen)</a></strong></li><li><strong>Best smart Bluetooth speaker with Google Assistant: <a href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=EHFxW6yx8Uo&amp;mid=38606&amp;u1=biipgf081417bestbluetoothspeakers&amp;murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fjbl-link-20-smart-portable-bluetooth-speaker-with-the-google-assistant-built-in-black%2F6086202.p%3FskuId%3D6086202" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">JBL Link 20</a></strong></li></ul><p><em>Updated on 11/04/2019 by Christian de Looper: Added several new speakers and updated prices.</em></p><p class="tagline"><p><a href="http://e.businessinsider.com/join/ci/insider-picks">Subscribe to our newsletter.</a><br><br>Find all the best offers at our <a href="https://coupons.businessinsider.com/">Coupons page</a>.<br><br>Disclosure: This post is brought to you by the <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/insiderpicks">Insider Picks</a> team. 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The best Bluetooth speakers

<p class="financial-disclaimer"><i>When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. <a href="https://www.insider-inc.com/commerce-on-insider-inc/">Learn more.</a></i></p><ul class="summary-list"><li><keyword id="6355629" type="DEFINITION" weightage="60" keywordseo="google">Google</keyword>'s new <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Pixel Buds</a> get the basics right for <keyword id="1136604" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Earbuds">earbuds</keyword>: they sound good, they look good, they're comfortable, and they're compact. </li><li>Sadly, however, there's no noise cancellation feature, background static is noticeable when listening to quiet songs (despite a firmware update designed to address this particular issue), and I continue to find Google Assistant to be an awful mess in earbuds.</li><li>For $180, you'd be overspending on the <keyword id="5305234" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="pixel-buds">Pixel Buds</keyword>. That's because there are lots of <keyword id="3351047" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="wireless-earbuds">wireless earbuds</keyword> that sound similar with lower price tags and less issues to deal with. </li></ul><p>There are countless <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-wireless-earbuds" target="_blank" rel="noopener">wireless earbuds</a> for <keyword id="6355645" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="Android">Android</keyword>, many of them with Google Assistant functionality and varying degrees of sound quality at different price points. Serving as a true wireless successor to Google's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/google-pixel-buds-review-2017-11" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2017 Pixel Buds</a>, the new <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Pixel Buds</a> are yet another entry in this crowded field of earbuds. </p><p>But, in effect, there isn't much about Google's new <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" rel="nofollow sponsored">Pixel Buds</a> that help differentiate them from the competition, save for an easy pairing feature for Android phones that's only really useful once or twice in their lifetime. </p><p>I honestly can't say that I've tried all wireless earbuds out there, but I've tested a few of the Pixel Buds' major competitors, including the <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=35871X943606&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FApple-AirPods-with-Wireless-Charging-Case-Latest-Model%2F482532021&amp;xcust=1588625490269aepa2py4j|xid:fr1588625494434hia94434hia" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">AirPods</a>, <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsamsung-galaxy-buds-true-wireless-earbud-headphones-black%2F6347460.p%3FskuId%3D6347460&amp;subid2=1588625490269auzxmo1mi&amp;subId3=xid:fr1588625494434hbc94434hbc" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Samsung Galaxy Buds</a>, and <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsony-wf-1000xm3-true-wireless-noise-cancelling-in-ear-headphones-black%2F6359820.p%3FskuId%3D6359820" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Sony WF-1000XM3s</a>. Among those, the Pixel Buds sit squarely in Apple's AirPods category — good, but expensive for what you get.</p><p><em>Updated 6/24/2020: Google released a firmware update to address one of my main complaints below — a static hissing noise when playing music at a low volume in a quiet setting. However, the update did nothing to remediate the issue. Added a recommendation on how to handle annoying notification sounds with the Pixel Buds. Added detail on how well touch sensors work on the Pixel Buds. </em></p><h2>Specifications</h2><ul><li>IPX4 sweat resistance</li><li>5-hour battery life, 2.5 hours of voice call time</li><li>24 hours of battery life in wireless charging case</li><li>Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity</li><li>Google Assistant support</li><li>12mm drivers</li></ul><h2>Style and fit</h2><p>Style-wise, these are some nice earbuds. They're small and they don't stick out of your ears. They're true "buds" in that they don't have an arm that sticks out, like <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-airpods-price" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Apple's AirPods</a>. </p><p>They're available in different colors, including white, orange, mint, and black. But those options are only for the earbuds themselves — the charging case is white no matter which option you go for. </p><p>The new <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Pixel Buds</a> will likely fit and stay in several ear sizes and shapes with their in-ear and rubber tip design. For reference, Apple's AirPods and similar earbuds slide out of my ears no matter what I do. You get three different rubber tip sizes included with the Pixel Buds, so you'll likely find a comfortable fit that also keep the Pixel Buds in your ears, even during workouts.</p><p><a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><div type="image" title="google pixel buds 2020 2" height="910" width="1213" msid="75544654" hostid="261"></div></a></p><p>The wireless charging case is small and lightweight — it's like carrying around a small, smooth plastic pebble. The fact that the case can be charged wirelessly means it's comparable to Apple's $200 <a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/196318/565706/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FApple-AirPods-with-Wireless-Charging-Case-Latest-Model%2F482532021&amp;subId1=biip_020320_apple-airpods-price&amp;subid2=1588364540001adf391sxd&amp;subId3=xid:fr1588364543156bdhd:fr1588364543156bdh" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">AirPods with wireless charging case</a>. </p><h2>How do they sound?</h2><p>The <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Pixel Buds</a> sound good. In fact, they sound better than Apple's AirPods, and even the $250 AirPods Pro, both of which have a somewhat hollow sound compared to the Pixel Buds. More relevant to Android users, the Pixel Buds sound better than Samsung's Galaxy Buds, which are totally devoid of bass. Still, they're not as good as the amazing $230 <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sony-wireless-noise-cancelling-earbuds-wf-1000xm3-apple-airpods-competitor-2019-7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sony WF-1000XM3</a> wireless earbuds, which are frankly incredible.</p><p>Listening to "Bubbles" by Yosi Horikawa proves that the Pixel Buds have a surprisingly well-balanced sound. The Pixel Buds includes deep lows, decent bass punch, rich mids, and detail-revealing treble. No characteristic overwhelms the other on the Pixel Buds, making them great choices for almost any music genre, except for music that benefits from a lot of bass, like hip-hop, electronic music, and reggae.</p><p>Bass-heads won't be satisfied here. Pretty much any track by Destructo — where much of the excitement comes from bass — reveals that you don't get the kind of bass that envelops your ears. Small wireless earbuds shouldn't typically be a bass-head's first choice, but the <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sony-wireless-noise-cancelling-earbuds-wf-1000xm3-apple-airpods-competitor-2019-7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sony WF-1000XM3</a> should get a mention, as they are capable of delivering that head-wrapping bass while still delivering on the mids and highs.</p><p>Otherwise, I enjoy listening to tracks like Jimi Hendrix's "Hey Joe," John Prine's "Illegal Smile," Doom Flamingo's "Telepathy", Jack Johnson's "Wasting Time," and other non-bass-focused songs on the Pixel Buds as much as I enjoy these tracks on more expensive <keyword id="179898" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="headphones">headphones</keyword>. </p><h2>Notable things about the Pixel Buds</h2><ul><li>The <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Pixel Buds</a> pair more easily with Android phones by simply opening the wireless charging case. Within seconds, you'll see a notification on your screen asking if you want to pair the Pixel Buds with your phone. This is nice, and you'll see a lot of hype around this feature, but it's only really useful once. Don't base your buying decision on this feature alone. </li><li>Switching the connection between devices, like a smartphone and laptop, is fairly easy — you just need to go into the device's Bluetooth settings and click/tap the Pixel Buds to switch the connection. </li><li>The Pixel Buds don't come with active noise cancellation, but the in-ear rubber tip design acts a little like an ear plug, and some noise is muffled as a result. Still, not as much as with active noise cancellation. </li><li>You can control media playback with touch sensors on the small Pixel Buds. The gestures for controlling media are intuitive and worked well during my testing. </li></ul><p><a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><div type="image" title="Pixel Buds" height="1688" width="2251" msid="75544655" hostid="261"></div></a></p><h2>Problems with the Pixel Buds</h2><h3>Background static noise</h3><p>The <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Pixel Buds</a> make an audible and unfortunate hissing/static sound that's noticeable if you're listening to music in a quiet setting, which is distracting. It's not noticeable if you're listening to music at higher volumes, however. </p><p>I asked Google about this static background noise I was hearing. Here's what the company said:</p><p style="padding-left: 40px;"><em>"All Bluetooth earbuds create some amount of noise at certain frequencies when components turn on. In our lab testing we've made sure that any noise on Pixel Buds falls within a normal range for Bluetooth earbuds. A small percentage of users may be able to hear these frequencies, though most cannot. We're continuing to work on software improvements to further reduce these noises for listeners that can perceive this." </em></p><p>It's true that Bluetooth headphones can create some background static noise, but I never noticed it as much before. That's to say, it's pretty bad on the Pixel Buds. </p><p>Google rolled out a firmware update (version 296) for the Pixel Buds to address the static hissing background sound, but I've experienced no change at all. The sound is still very much there, audible as ever, unfortunately. </p><h3>Google Assistant on the Pixel Buds</h3><p>"Use Google Pixel Buds to receive and respond to incoming messages, emails, and important calendar events on the go," Google says. Indeed, Google Assistant can speak into your ear when you're wearing the Pixel Buds, telling you about all the notifications you're getting on your phone. </p><p>Let me tell you, there's nothing worse than listening to a song you love and getting rudely interrupted by Google Assistant's voice telling you about a message or email you just received. It's a wonder how Google ever thought this would be a good idea. </p><p>You can turn off the voice part, and a "ding" noise will sound off when you get a notification instead. But that's as equally disruptive and annoying as the voice. There are ways to manage notifications, but the settings are clunky, limited, and just hard to use overall. Setting your phone to Do Not Disturb mode is one option the prevents the voices and dings, however. You just need to remember to disable Do Not Disturb when you want notifications again. </p><p>The language translation feature works surprisingly well, but it's hard to imagine anyone actually using it. Getting to the translation feature is a clunky, unintuitive mess, which isn't helpful while you're flustered in a foreign country trying to communicate with someone in different languages. If you plan on using this feature, make sure to practice how to set it up before you travel. While you're at it, you may as well practice how you're going to communicate that you're using your earbuds to translate, and that you're not being rude and listening to music while other people speak. </p><p>My take? Just disable Google Assistant on the <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Pixel Buds</a>. Entirely and totally. That way, you won't get the annoying notifications. I only kept Google Assistant enabled for testing purposes, and when I was finally done testing, I disabled Google Assistant with immense frustration-fueled satisfaction. Maybe Google Assistant in headphones or earbuds can be truly useful at some point in the future, but in its current iteration, "this ain't it."</p><p><a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><div type="image" title="Pixel Buds" height="1700" width="2267" msid="75544657" hostid="261"></div></a></p><h3>Google's alternative to active noise cancellation</h3><p>Instead of noise cancellation, the Pixel Buds have a feature designed to raise the volume when you're in a noisy environment. This is a poorly thought-out feature, as higher volumes can be harmful to long-term hearing.</p><p>Plus, it doesn't work very well. I played audio of the notoriously loud NYC subway system on a 5.1 surround sound <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-home-theater-system" target="_blank" rel="noopener">home entertainment setup</a> at a very high volume (the best thing I can muster during the pandemic lockdown), and <em>I think</em> the Pixel Buds raised the volume. I'm not entirely sure ... Either way, I couldn't hear the song I was playing any better, and it reflects how poorly the feature actually works. Perhaps it's Google limiting how high it raises the volume to protect your hearing, in which case, this feature shouldn't exist in the first place. Thankfully, it's just an option you can leave disabled and forget about completely.</p><p>If you want noise cancellation, this isn't a good alternative. You'll have to spend the extra cash and get noise-cancelling headphones. </p><h3>Not the earbuds for phone calls</h3><p>As with most earbuds, you can place phone calls with the <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Pixel Buds</a>. And, like most earbuds and headphones, they're fine for indoor phone calls, but they're unsuitable for calls outdoors, even in a relatively quiet outdoor setting. I live in the deep, quiet suburbs, and a person I was speaking to on the phone with the Pixel Buds was distracted by the sound of chirping birds above me coming through the earbuds.  </p><h2>Should you buy Google's latest 2020 Pixel Buds?</h2><p>Would I buy these? It wouldn't be the worst decision because the <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgoogle-pixel-buds-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-clearly-white%2F6411707.p%3FskuId%3D64117071707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Pixel Buds</a> get the core earbud basics right — they sound good, the look good, they're comfortable, they're small and compact, and unlike Apple's AirPods, they're sweat resistant and great for workouts. But, I'd be buying them with the knowledge that I could have gone with something less expensive that offers similar quality. I expect better for $180, just like I'd expect better from Apple's AirPods for their similarly high price tags. </p><p>Above, I spend more time complaining about the Pixel Buds than praising them, but most of the things I complain about, like Google Assistant, can be totally ignored. However, the especially-noticeable background static noise can be a deal-breaker, alongside the Pixel Buds' high price tag. </p><p>At $180, the new Pixel Buds are competitively priced against Apple's AirPods, but not against other options. There are plenty of well-reviewed wireless earbuds that cost less, like our favorite pick based on a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-wireless-earbuds#the-best-wireless-earbuds-overall-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">colleague's review</a>, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R186Y9Y/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biipgf_083017_best-wireless-earbuds-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B07R186Y9Y&amp;linkId=2e2b464ddaa4b242a6850da8f7a5b1bcdaa4b242a6850da8f7a5b1bc" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">$100 Cambridge Audio Melomania</a>, or <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-apple-airpods-alternative-anker-soundcore-liberty-2-pro-price-2019-12" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anker's Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro</a> wireless earbuds. And, if I'm going to spend as much as $180, I'll fork out the extra $50 to get the <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=biip_050120_google-pixel-buds-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsony-wf-1000xm3-true-wireless-noise-cancelling-in-ear-headphones-black%2F6359820.p%3FskuId%3D63598209820" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Sony WF-1000XM3</a>.</p>

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