10 Best Wearable Speakers UK 2024 | Bose, Sony and More

Our top pick is the latest neckband speaker from tech superstars Sony. An upgrade from the popular SRSWS1, this brilliant gadget offers an astonishing battery life of 20 hours and a full-range, upward-facing speaker so you hear everything but the rest of the room doesn't. The flexible elastomer band keeps it comfy too. 

You can tell from the specs that this is primarily designed for business and home use as it's not especially weather-resistant. However, it does offer two mics with a mute button, connection to two devices at the same time and Sony's Precise Voice Pickup Technology. A sure-fire way to make WFH as luxe as possible.

JBL's Clip 4 has plenty of bass, a sound level of 5 watts and a wide frequency range, making it easily one of the best wearable clip-on speakers for under £50. It's also IP67 waterproof and dustproof, so it can handle almost anything you can throw at it. 

The cleverly designed carabiner has been integrated into the speaker itself, so this gadget should stay firmly attached to your belt, bag or buckle. A couple of final impressive features to note are its battery life of ten hours and long connectivity range. 

The latest Bluetooth 5.0 technology enables quicker and greater transfer speeds, as well as a 15-meter wireless connection distance. It can be used for up to 10 hours on a single charge thanks to the integrated 600 mAh lithium polymer rechargeable battery.

Wearable speakers are ideal for when you want to maintain awareness and take a break from plugging your ears. For many people though, there's still a time and a place for regular headphones. With this hybrid product, you get the best of both worlds! The cords for each are retractable, so they won't get in the way when not in use. 

In addition, the battery life of 8 hours is good for a neckband, while the earbuds stay charged for up to 48 hours. The sound quality is fairly decent too and works well when watching films or TV, thanks to the aptX Low Latency technology that waves goodbye to annoying, out-of-time lip-syncing. 

Here's something even more novel than a hat-come-speaker: a set of clips that you can attach to your glasses, reading glasses or sunnies to play audio, take calls or probe your smart assistant with. Sound-wise, they offer powerful 16mm drivers and a choice of JLab Signature or Bass Boost modes to suit your audio. 

Another plus is that volume, track, call and assistant activation controls are incorporated on the top side. They also come with extra silicone sleeves if a smaller fit is needed, as well as a travel pouch and a two-year warranty. A budget-friendly way of trying out audio glasses!

From the original inventors of audio sunglasses, Bose, this pair is are surely one for the tech lovers. While they feature the powerful, immersive sound you'd expect from the brand, they're designed so that everyone else will barely hear a thing. You can also take calls and interact with your smart assistant. 

In terms of their functionality as sunglasses, these frames excel on that front too, with polarised lenses that block 99% of UVA and UVB rays. There's a choice of sizes and four other styles available too. Yes, they're expensive, but they are cool.

If you rely on Alexa for booting up your playlist or any other question that pops into your mind, this adventure-focused device will ensure that you never have to be without her. Robust construction and superb water resistance mean you can clip this speaker straight onto your bag before heading into the great outdoors.

Sadly this design is not the most secure option, so you'll want to be careful that it doesn't fall off mid-trek. Still, it's a handy little speaker to have while travelling or around the house, as its clip can be used as a stand too.

The first thing to notice about this neck speaker from Bluedio is the bargain price, and the second is its slick appearance. Furthermore, we love the fact that you can insert an SD card (up to 32 GB) and listen to tracks that way. There's also an FM radio and four individual speakers with surround sound. 

There are a few downsides to this gadget though. While not a dead weight, it's heavier than other neckband styles and doesn't connect to TVs. Plus, users report that while the control buttons are a good addition, they're in an awkward position. 

Worried about a neckband or clip-on speaker flying off while you're out running? This option comes with a Velcro wrist strap for extra security as well as a ring and clip to attach it to clothing or a pocket. It has a decent battery life for something so small and although only 3 watts, it features HD sound. 

The design does have a flaw though — unless you stay fairly still, the movement of your arm can cause the audio to fade in and out or not be heard at all. While useful in certain situations, this speaker might be better off attached somewhere either more static or closer to your ears.

Why faff around for your torch and headphones before your evening run or dog walk when you can just slip on this beanie? Using Bluetooth 5.0 and a speaker on each side, all you need to do is sync up your phone and your ears will be filled with your most motivating tracks or podcasts.

The light has three different brightness settings and all of the components can be removed in order for the hat to be washed. However, it has pretty low weather resistance for something that's intended to be worn outside. Handy for some, but don't expect the best sound quality from this product!