If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Whether you’re heading out on a road trip or you’re stuck at home, you’re going to want something to play your tunes from, and we’re big fans of the Beats Pill Portable Wireless Speaker . One of Beats’ most iconic designs, the brand has brought back its Bluetooth speaker for summer, with a new price of just $149 .
That’s more than $30 off its price of $179.95 when the original speaker was launched a few years ago. The portable speaker packs a ton of features and loud, room-shaking sound in a pill-shaped package.
A single charge gets you up to 24 hours of playtime, and the device pairs easily with your Apple or Android device for easy streaming from your phone or computer. With an IP-rating of IP67, this Bluetooth speaker is fully water-resistant, so you can use it by the pool or next to your shower without worry. Beats is known for making products with big, bold sound and this is no exception.
The Beats Pill delivers surprisingly crisp audio and deep, full bass. The company says its revamped woofer “displaces 90% more air volume,” meaning there’s more focus on your tunes. A 20-degree internal tilt, meantime, directs the audio upwards toward the listener, rather than straight down or across.
In our experience, a single speaker is loud enough to soundtrack a pool party or barbecue. Grab a second speaker and pair the two.
