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If you’re hosting pool parties this summer, you’ll want to prep with products that’ll keep the vibe strong.
Of course, you’ll need floaties, meat for the grill, drinks, the whole nine yards. A key element to throwing a successful shindig is music, of course. If you’re looking for the perfect speaker system for your next poolside get-together, look no further.
Target, Amazon and Walmart all feature unique Bluetooth waterproof pool speakers to get your next pool party bumping with tunes, whether you’re in or out of the water. We’ve compiled a list of the best options available for an affordable price. It’s safe to say that with these speakers, your next pool party will be a hit.
KingSom Pool Bluetooth Speakers with LED Lights
A floating speaker with rainbow LED lights.
KingSom Pool Bluetooth Speaker is currently on sale on Amazon for $16.95, which is 25% off the original price. This nifty gadget is Bluetooth compatible and delivers clear and crisp sound both indoors and outdoors. The speaker also includes a built-in mic with anti-noise and anti-interference cancellation technology so you can also take calls from the pool or hot tub without getting your phone wet.
This tech is waterproof, allowing it to glide across the water’s surface without fear of damage. Perfect for any celebration, the speaker also features 7 color-changing modes including single color, color gradient, color flash, color slow flash and color off. Our favorite is slow flash mode, a setting that flashes in time with the beat of the music.
Pool floaties are a must-have for pool parties. Speakers are too. GEMS’ Novelty Floating Speaker offers the best of both worlds, given it’s an inflatable pool floatie with a speaker in the center. This sweet little speaker features a battery life of up to 4 hours and an IPX7 waterproof speaker inserted into the center. The duckie floatie surrounding the speaker can easily be inflated and deflated thanks to a nozzle fixed to the side. A USB-C charging cable is included with your purchase so you can charge up your tunes with ease.
Speaqua Barnacle Pro 2.0 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
A bluetooth speaker that can stick to the wall.
Retailing for $69.99 at Target, the Speaqua Barnacle Pro 2.0 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker can securely stick to any surface, true to its aquatic name. The speaker boasts and 8-hour battery life. It’s 100% waterproof and features a suction cup on the bottom that allows you to stick it to the walls of pools, bathtubs and more so you can take your tunes wherever you go. The suction detailing can be removed so that the speaker can float on water. Keeping this tech clean is easy, given the Barnacle is shockproof, dustproof and sandproof. Additional features include 4-in-1 universal mounting and a whopping 8GB of internal storage.
Mainstays 1.1 lb Portable Bluetooth Pool Speaker with RGB Lights
A floating pool speaker with colorful lights.
This circular speaker doesn’t look like much at first glance, it’s a knock-out in our book. Retailing for $19.97 at Walmart, the Mainstays 1.1 lb Portable Bluetooth Pool Speaker is a compact piece of tech that can easily float in the pool. This speaker can be controlled with a remote control included with the tech. Diving into the details on this piece, it includes rope holes for portable carrying, vibrant RGB lights and Bluetooth compatibility with a distance of 20 meters. This is on the more affordable side, perfect for those looking to bring the party without breaking the bank.
