While a great general-purpose speaker can deliver excellent projection, app-connected features, and rich audio quality, a great shower speaker has different requirements. Too much bass or projection and it’ll sound painfully muddy in the echoey acoustics of a shower.

The Bose Soundlink Flex waterproof Bluetooth speaker came out on top after weeks of testing for its good sound quality, even in a tiled bathroom. The Soundcore Flare 2 is an excellent choice for those on a budget.

As a multi-decade musician and consumer audio-obsessed tech writer, I’m uniquely qualified to judge (read: rant and rave) the effectiveness of a Bluetooth speaker in a variety of settings. I have extensive experience reviewing and testing home audio gear, and I know what makes a great all-around Bluetooth speaker. –Jason Schneider

TL;DR: The Soundlink Flex’s balanced, measured audio performance is perfectly suited to the acoustic environment of the shower.