Top 5 Portable Speakers

SuperTooth Disco 2
If you’re after a portable speaker that works just as good outdoors, then the Supertooth Disco 2 is a must-have. It’s a freestanding, wireless speaker which connects to any Bluetooth A2DP device including the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. The Disco 2 enables you to enjoy high quality music anytime and anywhere. A great addition is the use of pause/stop/skip buttons, so you can have complete control over your music using the speaker directly. Music from a smartphone or tablet works best and, with an internal battery, up to 10hours of music can be enjoyed from a two-hour charge.
$119 available in red, pink, green and black from www.amazon.com

Jabra SOLEMATE
Fancy a big sound wherever you go? The Jabra SOLEMATE is the perfect bluetooth speaker for when you’re travelling, chilling on the beach or having a few friends over.
Despite the creepy/hilarious voice that tells you when the speaker is connected, the Jabra SOLEMATE connects to any device that can play music – either corded or wirelessly – using Bluetooth technology, a 3.5mm audio cable or USB cable, and caters to all types of uses, indoors or outdoors. Whether connected to a mobile phone, tablet, iPad, iPod, MP3 Player or laptop, the SOLEMATE is the perfect audio companion to play music clearly and loudly. With strong, deep bass from an integrated subwoofer, the Jabra really does bring the bass to the party. It’s a little heavy so you might want to keep it in your hand luggage when travelling, but if you want big sounds, it’s a definite yes to this excellent piece of equipment.
$227 available from www.amazon.com

Touch Speaker
Magically amplify your music with the innovative and intelligent Touch Speaker. This wireless/cableless speaker lets you simply place your phone on the speaker to enhance your sound on the go, and all it requires are three AA batteries! The Touch Speaker is one of the first devices to use debut wireless NearFA™ (Near Field Audio) technology – it’s the future. There’s no need to configure any wireless settings or plug in cables, just place your device on the speaker and enjoy your amplified sound. With a lightweight modern design, finished in a grey silicone protector, this speaker will become your ultimate music travel companion. Boasting a powerful 2.5W x 2 RMS output, the Touch Speaker is compatible with most iOS devices, as well as Android and other phones containing an inbuilt mobile speaker. There is also an optional 3.5mm jack connection to ensure you will always have the option to intensify your tunes on the go.
$59.95 available from www.gyrofish.com.au

QDOS Q-BOPZ
Available in seven different eye-catching colours, the super lightweight QDOS Q-BOPZ speaker features a handy suction pad that allows you to stick it to almost anything, anywhere. It’s ideal for playing music in your hostel directly from your smartphone or even stuck to a car dashboard when travelling, as it also doubles up as a speaker and handsfree for calls. Compact, portable and covered in silicone, the Q-BOPZ is also splash resistant, making it the perfect companion for the beach or pool, and provides up to seven hours of continuous playback. The Bluetooth range is 10metres and the volume goes pretty high too!
$50 available from qdossound.com

Mighty Boom Ball
This nifty audio gadget lets you listen to music whenever you like, simply by using the objects around you. Plus, it’s smaller than a golf ball, so it’s perfect for shoving in your pocket and taking anywhere. The Mighty Boom Ball can project sound up to 20metres away, and is the ideal size to fit onto your key ring or attach to your mobile. It’s compatible with all devices including your iPhone, iPod, iPad, smartphone, Android, laptop or MP3 player. Using the latest vibration technology, it turns everyday items such as drink cans, water bottles, sunglass cases and sun loungers into sound systems, making it the perfect travel accessory – plus it’s fun to use! You will need AAA batteries, though.
$23 available in nine colours from www.mightboomball.com