Best speakers of 2021 – CNET [CNET]

September 24, 2021 Thomas Giboney technology

Whether you’re in the market for a small Bluetooth speaker, smart speakers with Amazon Alexa, bookshelf speakers, computer speakers, outdoor speakers or a full sound system, you’ll want to make sure you get the best performance for the money. If you’re thinking about taking your home theater or desktop system to the next level, our picks for the best speakers right now should help.

We’ve highlighted speakers that cost between $50 and around $1,000, including budget TV upgrades such as the Vizio V21. While most of the included systems are powered, you’ll also find passive loudspeakers, such as the Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2, that just need to be paired with a great AV receiver.

Each product highlighted is the best speaker in its particular category and all have great sound. We’ll update this list periodically as we review new products.

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