Portable music speaker with flash drive: which one is better to buy?

Let's talk about portable speakers with a built-in FM module. Such devices are convenient from all sides, because you can listen to music if the radio stations are far away or you simply forgot the drive. The main thing is that both options do not exist at the same time.

The main aspects when choosing such speakers are:

• Portability. This includes dimensions, or rather their totality. Columns with a cylindrical shape, relatively light and easy to set up, can be considered optimal.
• Supported Media. The more the better, you never know what conditions you will find yourself in.
• Autonomy. Mobility is extremely important when traveling, especially over long distances. The optimal battery life can be considered to be 7-8 hours.

We have selected for you the top 10 best portable speakers with FM radio for comfortable movement and travel.

Sven PS-435

Advantages:

• Large selection of connection options: USB flash drive, memory card, Aux, Bluetooth, FM radio
• Two full-range speakers
• There is a microphone input
• IR remote control included

Flaws:

• Not exactly portable dimensions, 200 x 440 x 160 mm
• Small capacity built-in battery, 2000 mAh

Price: 3200 rubles.

You can buy the speaker in Citylink, Mvideo, etc. stores.

Reviews of Sven PS-435 (source: site citilink.ru)

Tronsmart Mega Pro

Advantages:

• Playback from USB flash drive, Micro SD card, Bluetooth, NFC, Aux.
• Powerbank function for charging your smartphone
• Active subwoofer + two tweeters
• Access to the voice assistant
• Backlit touch control panel
• Compact size
• Deep surround bass and high-quality sound

Price: 5400 – 6200 rubles.

You can buy the speaker on the Aliexpress website and in other online stores.

Some reviews about the column from the aliexpress website:

Defender Enjoy M800

Wireless speaker watch from Defender. Budget option with support for radio, playback from a flash drive and microSD memory card. Of course, there is also an alarm clock.

Uses one 3W speaker. Users note good build quality, automatic search for radio stations, loud sound, Bluetooth connectivity, and a large clock on the screen.

Criteria for choosing portable Bluetooth speakers

There are a number of criteria that are taken into account when choosing a portable speaker:

1. Power and volume. It all depends on the purpose for which the speaker is purchased. If this is a model for listening to music on the street and making a noise, then 5-10 W is enough. If the acoustics are purchased for parties, then to pump music through the entire room it needs 50-100 watts. There are speakers of 150-200 W, but they are more often placed in clubs or establishments.
2. Device autonomy. If the speaker is manual and you plan to use it outdoors, then a battery life of 10 hours is enough for this. If acoustics are purchased for parties, we recommend models that can withstand at least 12 hours without recharging. Otherwise, the battery charge may run out in the middle of a party.
3. Sound quality and price. Typically, the sound quality of a Bluetooth speaker is proportional to its cost. Ideally, the sound should be balanced, where the bass does not overlap other frequencies. Some speakers begin to rattle as the volume increases, so this point should be taken into account before purchasing.

Now about the cost. For the most part, speakers under 1000 rubles are needed not for listening to songs, but for watching movies and videos on YouTube. Therefore, it is advisable to consider models more expensive than 2000 rubles if the speaker is needed for music.

1. Dimensions and weight. Based on their dimensions, speakers are divided into 3 groups: mini-speakers, medium and large models. Large speakers are those weighing from 3 to 15 kg. They are inconvenient to carry, but provide good volume and better sound quality. Suitable for parties and home theater at home. Medium speakers are models weighing from 1 to 3 kg. They are relatively compact and better suited for portability, and are also balanced in terms of sound quality and volume. Mini speakers weigh less than 1 kg. They are best suited for carrying and outdoor use because they fit in the palm of your hand or a jacket pocket. In addition, they are cheap compared to medium and large acoustics. But they are inferior in terms of sound quality and volume.
2. Control type. Almost all portable speakers support remote control from a smartphone or remote control. But it is desirable that the device body has basic control keys: on and off, playback control, volume control and Bluetooth connection. Buttons make the device easier to use. Without them, you need to look at your phone every time.