Outdoor speakers can help bring your favorite music with you to the backyard. Whether you're looking to host a barbecue or listen to music in the yard, there are many speakers designed for outdoor use that can meet your needs. Many have outdoor-oriented designs that can help them blend in with your landscaping or your patio decor. Some speakers even come with an IP rating for water resistance to help them withstand the elements, which can also be handy if you want to listen to music by the pool.

It has excellent directivity, thanks to its 360-degree design, meaning you can hear your audio clearly from most angles. While it doesn't get loud enough to fill a large outdoor space, it's great for creating a cozy ambiance on your small patio. You can even connect it to another SODLK to create a stereo pair. Unfortunately, its sound profile is uneven, and like most speakers its size, it lacks a thumpy low-bass. That said, it's still a great choice if you're looking for a stylish way to set a cozy mood in your outdoor space.

It's well-built with an IPX7 rating for dust and water resistance that certifies it for protection against direct contact with water for up to three minutes and dust for around two to eight hours. This means you can take it outside with you without needing to worry about it getting a bit wet. With its room correction feature turned on, it has a well-balanced sound profile suitable for listening to a wide variety of audio content.

Whether you're hanging out around the fire pit on a chilly spring evening or having a summer pool party, having the right soundtrack to suit the vibe is a must. While portable waterproof Bluetooth speakers work well in a pinch, installing a killer outdoor speaker system is your best bet for delivering unbeatable sound. They're designed to withstand the elements, and if you're buying on a budget, there plenty of affordable, high-quality loud speakers on the market starting at about $150.