A shower speaker is a Bluetooth speaker that can be placed in the shower and used to listen to music. They usually have an IPX rating, which means they are completely water-resistant up to a certain depth.
The most important thing to consider when shopping for a shower speaker is its durability and audio quality. Look for a speaker with a high-performance driver and a passive radiator to deliver sound that’s clear, powerful, and free from distortion.
Water-resistant
Waterproof Bluetooth shower speakers are a great choice for those who like to listen to their music outdoors (in the shower, on a lakeside picnic, etc). They have a rubber or silicone coating which makes them waterproof.
They work exactly the same way as any other waterproof Bluetooth speaker – they receive the signal from your device, convert it to analog and output audio. Most of these speakers also have AUX input for non-Bluetooth devices (and they can’t be used in the shower).
In addition to being water-resistant, many of these speakers are shockproof, dustproof and scratchproof. Some of them even have a built-in FM radio tuner.
Easy to install
Shower speakers are easy to install and they usually come with brackets that you hang on the wall. Just make sure that you are mounting them straight and use masking tape to mark the place where you want to drill a hole for the wires.
Most shower speakers also come with suction cups on their backsides for easy installation. This is a great feature because it means that you can easily attach them to any smooth surface like mirrors, glass doors etc and avoid the risk of them falling.
Alternatively, you can stick them to the wall using an aluminum carabiner or just hang them on the shower head. However, these are not as reliable as those with suction cups so you should be careful not to drop them and get injured.
Aside from being water-resistant, a good shower speaker should be long-lasting and have a battery that offers at least 5 hours of playback time. Some speakers even offer up to 12 hours of playback.
Long battery life
The best shower speakers have a long battery life and are designed to handle a lot of water. They also come with a range of other features that are helpful in the bathroom, like voice control or a built-in microphone for hands-free calls.
A good shower speaker is a great way to listen to music in the shower or bath. You can fit it on your soap dish, hang it from the shower head, or use it on a hook to mount it to a wall.
Most of these speakers have Bluetooth connectivity to wirelessly play your tunes. The latest standard is Bluetooth 5.0, but many will still have older versions that allow for more wireless range and less interference from other devices.
The UE Wonderboom 2 is our top pick because it floats on water, is fully waterproof with an IP67 rating, and supplies an impressive 13 hours of battery life. The only downside is that it still has a micro-USB charging port, which means it takes longer to recharge than many other options.
Easy to control
When choosing a speaker for the bathroom, convenience and practicality come into play. You don’t want to have to worry about wires or plugging in your device, so Bluetooth is a good choice.
Alternatively, consider a 360-degree speaker that can disperse sound over a wide area. This will ensure that you have consistent audio enjoyment no matter where you sit in the shower, sink or towel rack.
A speaker with an integrated microphone is also a convenient feature, allowing you to answer calls without having to plug in your mobile device. You can also connect multiple speakers together for surround sound.
Most of these speakers have control buttons – they’re small raised pieces of rubber which are usually arranged in a circle on the rim. The main ones are a power button, 2 volume/track management buttons and a play/pause button.