Meet the passionate team of audio enthusiasts dedicated to helping Australians find their perfect portable speaker.
BluetoothSpeaker.com.au was born out of a simple frustration: finding reliable, Australia-focused information about portable wireless speakers was nearly impossible. When our founder James Mitchell tried to buy his first quality Bluetooth speaker back in 2020, he found himself drowning in generic international reviews that didn't account for Australian conditions, pricing, or availability. After spending weeks researching and eventually making a purchase he regretted, James decided there had to be a better way.
What started as a personal blog documenting speaker purchases and experiences quickly grew into something much larger. Friends and family began asking for recommendations, and soon strangers on Australian tech forums were seeking advice. James teamed up with fellow audio enthusiast Sarah Wilson, who brought her background in acoustic engineering and product testing, and together they formalised what would become Australia's most trusted Bluetooth speaker resource.
Today, our small but dedicated team has collectively tested over 50 portable speakers in real-world Australian conditions. We've taken speakers to Bondi Beach to test sand and saltwater resistance, hiked through the Blue Mountains with them strapped to our packs, and endured scorching 40-degree summer days to see which units could handle the heat. We've also spent countless hours in controlled environments measuring frequency response, evaluating bass extension, and assessing build quality with the scrutiny that Australian consumers deserve.
Our commitment is simple: provide honest, thoroughly researched information that helps everyday Australians make confident purchasing decisions. We don't accept payment for positive reviews, and we clearly disclose our affiliate relationships. When we recommend a speaker, it's because we genuinely believe it offers good value for Australian buyers.
Every speaker we feature undergoes a comprehensive evaluation process. We assess audio quality across multiple genres, from bass-heavy electronic music to acoustic vocals and podcasts. We test connectivity range and stability, battery life accuracy, and how well the speaker performs at various volume levels. For outdoor-rated speakers, we conduct water immersion tests, dust exposure trials, and temperature stress tests to verify manufacturer claims.
We also consider the practical aspects that matter to Aussie buyers: Does it charge via USB-C? Can you pair multiple units for stereo sound? Is it small enough to fit in a beach bag? These real-world considerations inform every recommendation we make.
We never accept payment for positive reviews. Our recommendations are based solely on our testing and evaluation.
We focus exclusively on products available to Australian consumers with local pricing and warranty support.
Every speaker is tested in real Australian conditions, from beaches to bushwalks to backyard barbecues.
We explain technical concepts in plain language so everyone can make informed decisions.
Founder & Lead Reviewer
A self-confessed audio geek with 15 years of experience in consumer electronics. James has tested over 200 audio products and believes the best speaker is the one that fits your lifestyle.
Technical Editor & Acoustic Specialist
With a background in acoustic engineering, Sarah brings scientific rigour to our testing process. She specialises in audio measurement and frequency analysis.
Outdoor & Adventure Tester
An avid camper and beach lover, Mike puts speakers through their paces in Australia's harshest outdoor conditions. If it survives Mike's testing, it'll survive anything.