It’s finally time to rock out and get your groove on outside. But you don’t know what speakers to choose! Well, you’ve come to the right place and we’re going to take all the guesswork out of it. We have found and tested the best outdoor speakers currently available on the market, so you can be confident that your rocking-out and grooving experience will be better than ever before! So grab a drink, grab your friends, crank up these tunes and get ready for an awesome audio experience.
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Best Outdoor Rock Speakers
This might be the million-dollar question. But we’re going to give you our answer, right now. These are speakers that are specifically made to be used outside. They have special waterproofing and shockproofing that let you use them outside with reckless abandon, knowing they won’t quit on you halfway through your backyard BBQ. Each of these five speakers listed below has its own unique strengths and weaknesses, so we’ll go over each of them in a bit more detail after our pros and cons list.
1. OSD Audio 5.25″ 120W Bluetooth Outdoor Rock Speaker
This is the best outdoor rock speaker they currently sell. This unique patent-pending technology uses a proprietary foam mid-range driver and a special frequency response protection system so it retains its clarity even after being subjected to dryness and moisture! But that’s not all, no woofer is used in this hybrid speaker as well. What you get here is a mini cabinet that’s about the size of a 5.5″ speaker, with the excellent sound quality for your dollar. It has 1/2″ threaded mounting holes, which means you can use it on virtually any amount you want, whether it be wood or metal.
Pros:
- -It’s very inexpensive for what you get.
- -It’s a hybrid speaker, so it doesn’t need a separate woofer.
- -With the 1/2″ threaded mounting holes, you can mount this on pretty much any mount you want.
Cons:
- -It’s not as loud as some of the other outdoor rock speakers on this list.
2. Theater Solutions 2R8G Outdoor Granite 8″ Rock 2 Speaker
This outdoor rock speaker is still a budget speaker, but it’s a step up from the OSD speaker above. You’re getting a bit more efficiency, as well as some much-needed power. You get a larger driver here than you do with the OSD speaker, but this comes at the sacrifice of sound quality, but it’s still better than most other speakers in this price range. It’s louder than the OSD alternative, but not by much and there are some distortion issues that occur at high volumes.
Pros:
- -It has excellent value for your money.
- -It doesn’t require a separate woofer, so it has better efficiency.
- -High power output and large driver means it’s plenty loud for most applications.
Cons:
- -Low sound quality, especially at low volume levels.
- -Distortion issues occur when you turn the volume up high.
- -Some build quality issues (it’s not waterproof or shockproof)
3. Margaritaville Outdoor Rock Bluetooth Wireless Speaker
This is a very unique outdoor rock speaker that we just had to try out! Margaritaville makes some of the best bar-ware out there, so it was only natural that they would want to venture into the world of outdoor rock speakers. This speaker can play music from either Bluetooth or USB, but it’s still better for use on the beach than it is in your backyard. The problem with this speaker is that it doesn’t have any basis whatsoever and is almost entirely treble.
Pros:
- -It has excellent value for your money.
- -It’s waterproof and comes with a hand-held remote control.
Cons:
- -There is no bass at all.
- -The sound quality is nowhere near as good as the other outdoor rock speakers on this list.
- -The speaker has a distinct plastic taste.
4. Alpine Corporation Waterproof Bluetooth Solar-Powered Outdoor Wireless Rock Speaker
This is a very unique outdoor rock speaker that we just had to try out! Alpine Corporation makes some of the best bar-ware out there, so it was only natural that they would want to venture into the world of outdoor rock speakers. This speaker is solar-powered and can play music from either Bluetooth or USB, but it’s still better for use on the beach than it is in your backyard. Additionally, you still get the same great sound quality that you’d expect from a higher-quality Alpine speaker. It’s waterproof and shockproof, so you won’t have any trouble playing this outside without any worries.
Pros:
- -It has excellent value for your money.
- -It’s waterproof and comes with a hand-held remote control.
Cons:
- -There is no bass at all.
- -The sound quality is nowhere near as good as the other outdoor rock speakers on this list.
5. Innovative Technology Outdoor Rock Speaker
This speaker is very similar to the Alpine one above, but there are some significant differences you need to know about. It’s also waterproof and comes with a hand-held remote control, so you won’t have any trouble playing this outside without worries. This speaker also uses Bluetooth technology, but there are two crucial differences. First of all, this speaker has a much larger driver than the Alpine one and as a result, the sound quality is much better. Secondly, it’s completely wireless while the Alpine speaker was solar-powered.
Pros
- -It has excellent value for your money.
- -It’s waterproof and comes with a hand-held remote control.
Cons
- -There is no bass at all.
6. Theater Solutions 4R4G New Wired Outdoor Garden Waterproof Granite Rock Patio Speakers
These speakers are even more powerful than the OSD and Theater Solutions outdoor rock speakers above. They’re wired, but make no mistake, these things are loud! Unfortunately, they’re also somewhat expensive and they don’t have any mounting hardware included. They’re designed to be flush-mounted, but you can buy adapters separately if you want to mount them on stands or poles.
Pros:
- -They have excellent value for your money.
- -They have excellent sound quality at high volumes.
- -You get the same great sound quality you’d expect from a higher-quality Theater Solutions speaker.
Cons:
- -They’re a bit more expensive than the OSD and Theater Solutions outdoor rock speakers above.
- -They don’t have any mounting hardware included.
7. Roman – Pig Bluetooth Speaker
This little outdoor rock speaker packs a lot of punch into its small package. It has excellent sound quality, especially at high volumes. Unfortunately, it’s somewhat expensive and the volume knob is somewhat inconveniently placed right below where you plug in the power cord.
Pros:
- -It has excellent value for your money.
- -Excellent sound quality, especially at high volumes.
- -It’s waterproof and comes with a hand-held remote control.
Cons:
- -It’s a bit more expensive than most other outdoor rock speakers on this list.
- -The volume knob is poorly designed and inconveniently placed right below where you plug in the power cord (although this is an easy fix).
8. OSD Audio 8″ Wireless Bluetooth Outdoor Rock Speaker
This is another very powerful outdoor rock speaker that gives you great value for your money. Unfortunately, it doesn’t come with any mounting hardware, so if you want to mount it on a pole or stand, you’ll have to buy some adapters separately. It has excellent sound quality and is waterproof, so you won’t have any issues taking it outside.
Pros:
- -Excellent value for your money
- -Great sound quality at high volumes
- -Waterproof (it’s even shockproof)
Cons:
- -Doesn’t come with any mounting hardware (although you can get adapters separately).
- -Some distortion at high volumes.
Guide to Buy the Best Outdoor Rock Speakers
1. Sound Quality: Obviously, you want to make sure that whatever outdoor rock speaker you choose has excellent sound quality. The good news is that all of the outdoor rock speakers on this list have excellent sound quality at high volumes. There’s no point in tempting fate, so make sure the speaker you choose has enough of a driver to give you the bass to go along with the treble. The ones we’ve listed all have relatively large drivers and are very loud, so they should do just fine in this regard.
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2. Price: Obviously, you also want to make sure that whatever outdoor rock speaker you choose has excellent value for your money. There’s no sense in spending a lot of money on an outdoor rock speaker that has poor sound quality. That being said, you also don’t want to spend too much money on an outdoor rock speaker either. Make sure the one you choose is somewhere in the middle and has a reasonably large driver for maximum sound quality.
3. Ease of Use: If at all possible, make sure you choose an outdoor rock speaker that’s easy to install. The OSD Outdoor Rock Speakers and the Innovative Technology Outdoor Rock Speakers have mounting hardware included, so if you don’t feel like drilling holes, then these would be ideal for your particular situation.
4. Waterproof: In general, you want to make sure that whatever outdoor rock speaker you choose is waterproof. The one made by Roman is waterproof and shockproof, but the other ones on this list are not. Most of them are waterproof and come with a hand-held remote control, so you won’t have any problems taking them outside.
5. Bluetooth: If you’re not okay with running an outside speaker wire all around your yard, then make sure that whatever outdoor rock speaker you choose is completely wireless and uses Bluetooth technology. The Roman one above is completely wireless, but the rest of them are only partially wireless. You have to plug in the battery pack to charge it, which can cause some noise issues if you don’t want to do it at night when you’re trying to sleep and all of your neighbors could hear the sound from the speakers.
6. Mounting Hardware: Most of these outdoor rock speakers don’t come with any mounting hardware and you’ll have to buy adapters separately if you want to mount them on stands or poles. Just make sure you check the specifications to make sure you can mount them.
7. User Reviews: If at all possible, check out online user reviews to see what other people have experienced with the outdoor rock speaker you’re considering buying. This can help you get a good idea of what kind of sound quality to expect, as well as how loud they are and how much bass they have.
8. Warranty: Most of these outdoor rock speakers come with a standard 1-year manufacturer’s warranty, so if anything comes up, then they’ll be able to help you out. Obviously, the one made by Roman does not come with any warranties.
9. Accessories: Some of these outdoor rock speakers come with accessories that you can use to improve the quality of your sound. If at all possible, make sure you get these if they come with a speaker. The Roman Outdoor Rock Speaker comes with a nice bag and tube for storing the speaker as well as a battery pack and remote control.
10. Remote Control: Most of these outdoor rock speakers come with power cables and a hand-held remote control for controlling music from almost anywhere around the yard. This is great for when you want to let everyone in the house listen to music at night or when you’re trying to keep the noise levels down during the day.
Final verdict
There you have it-our pick for the best outdoor rock speakers on the market for 2022. All of these are great options, but as with all products, you’ll probably want to choose the one that suits your needs best. In our opinion, if you’re looking for a decent wireless Bluetooth speaker that’s waterproof and shockproof, then the OSD 8″ Wireless Outdoor Rock Speaker is ideal for you. It offers excellent value and has some fantastic customer reviews online. If however you don’t need a speaker that’s waterproof and shockproof and prefer something a bit more powerful.
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Virat Raj is a Digital Marketing Practitioner & International Keynote Speaker currently living a digital nomad lifestyle. During his more than 10 years-long expertise in digital marketing, Virat Raj has been a marketing consultant, trainer, speaker, and author of “Learn Everyday yourself: In Pursuit of Learning” which has sold over 10,000 copies, worldwide.