People usually don’t pay too much heed – Sony is reputable, Bose is highly advertised and good, JBL sounds like quality, so we’ll just go with whichever is available and doesn’t cost a fortune. This represents a train of thought of nearly every consumer, but there’s little more to it than that if you’re trying to find the best speakers for the buck.

We’ve compiled a list of the best Computer speakers you could get on the market and divided them in several smaller sub-categories along with our recommendations.

If you are looking for a buying guide on how to choose the best fit for you, jump to our buying guide section. If you just want our top picks, jump to the appropriate section from the list below.

In this section, we’re going to talk about the best computer speakers “overall”. There are numerous sub-categories of speakers, such as laptop speakers, wireless speakers, splash-proof speakers, and such, and this is our selection of the models that excel in versatility.

1. Kanto YU4

Let’s start off with Kanto’s YU4 Bluetooth speakers. This outstanding Speaker Set comes in a plethora of color variations, including bamboo, gloss black, gloss red, teal, white, gray, and more. They look pretty cool, regardless of the color you pick.

First of all, these speakers boast a tremendous, high-clarity sound due to 4-inch Kevlar drivers. The miniature silk-dome tweeters only complement the already great sound delivery, adding crispy, noticeable highs to the well-balanced soundstage.

The YU4 features Bluetooth, as well as Qualcomm integration which combined with the aptX technology allows for premium-quality convenient streaming in the easiest way possible. What’s more, it features an onboard preamp that allows you to connect your YU4 to virtually any vintage turntable.

Since this is basically a Bluetooth high-end speaker, it also comes with a neat little remote that provides you with full access to controls governing all aspects of its audio performance.

People tend to like YU4’s energy-saving qualities. It doesn’t consume much power, and it features a convenient auto-sleep feature which shuts it off when not in use, drawing approximately 0.5 Watts all the while.

2. Edifier R980T 4" Active Bookshelf Speakers

Edifier is one of the world’s most famous tech makers, and it’s safe to say that everything they make brims with quality. Now, R980T is a true representative of their fine craftsmanship, even it looks a bit plain.

If we’re to overlook the aesthetics part, this speaker set performs wonderfully for the buck, and it’s one of the most versatile speakers in our reviews performance-wise. It doesn’t feature Bluetooth integration, and it’s a wired bookshelf speaker set, but it provides a full-spectrum, high-quality sound.

The R980T features 24 rated watts, which is pretty neat for smaller home parties, gaming, or casual music listening, however, it’s not enough to label it as “powerful” per se.

There are two auxiliary inputs which you can use to connect your headphones for as long as the input is 3.5mm large. You’ll get a couple of cables as complementary features, as well as a 2-year warranty on the side.

Even though it looks a bit too straightforward to call it “beautiful”, the R980T comes with a classy wood finish. It doesn’t contribute to its outward appearance, but it significantly enhances the acoustic resonance, providing you with additional sound clarity and accuracy.

Lastly, let’s talk a bit about R980T’s sturdiness. It’s durable alright, boasting a magnetically shielded construction. The wood is pretty firm and strong on its own, and it’s safe to say that it could survive quite a punishment before showing a crack.

3. Klipsch ProMedia 2.1

Essentially, Klipsch is one of those brands that you can rely on when searching for a quality speaker system. Here we’re looking at their ProMedia 2.1 3-piece computer sound system, and if you’re the kind of person that won’t settle for less than the best, you’re in for a real treat.

The ProMedia 2.1 is comprised of two computer side speakers and the main speaker with a subwoofer. The latter features an exquisite MicroTractrix Horn which empowers and enhances the quality of reproduced audio material (from CDs, downloaded MP3 tracks, streamed programs, etc.).

It boasts a huge level of versatility, as it can be used with any laptop, tablet, any smartphone or any other device which sports a corresponding headphone jack or mini-plug input.

ProMedia 2.1 features a range of frequency response which spans from 31 hertz to 20 kilohertz, which speaks volumes about its quality. Further on that note, it boasts 200 rated watts, which make it suitable for all kinds of musical entertainment events –parties, gaming, you could even use it to amp your DJ consoles if you want, as it’s pretty powerful.

What’s best about it? It doesn’t cost a fortune. Namely, ProMedia 2.1 belongs to the medium bracket of the “middle” price point category. It’s not one of the cheapest speaker systems out there, but it’s certainly not one of the most expensive ones either.

4. Creative Labs 51MF1610AA002

The last speaker set in our “best pick overall” review comes from Creative Labs. The name might appear cheeky, but they’ve actually earned their reputation for being, well, creative.

What we have here is a plain 2-piece speaker set. Both share a similar, great looking design, but they’re not identical. Namely, one of these speakers is the main hub – it features three sound customization options and the addition of two aux inputs, whereas the other is only a sound emitter.

These speakers feature 28 rated watts – that might not appear as much, but rest assured that it’s just enough if you don’t intend to host huge party events. Even though these speakers don’t have a subwoofer, they sport the BasXPort technology which completely eliminates the need for one. Combined with a cloth tweeter, you’ll get plenty of bass to enjoy.

One of the best things about this computer speaker set is that it doesn’t cost too much – it’s one of the models which belong to the lower-end price point category, but it’s as versatile as its more expensive counterparts.

Budget computer speakers are usually inferior to every other speaker category. These are smart to consider as replacement or your “first-aid” tech when your actual speaker set dies out, but these models can’t go toe to toe with premium-quality sets.

However, there’s a handful of jewels hiding in this price point category, and we’ve searched far and wide before coming up with a list of the best budget speakers. Without any further ado, let’s see what’s on the menu.

1. Tomot Computer Speakers

Let’s begin with Tomot’s computer speaker set. This is a cheap 2-piece set which does a major bang for the buck. Even though this model comes at a shamefully low price, it boasts high levels of durability and performance.

The first feature that’s worth mentioning is the onboard loudspeaker diaphragm. Complemented with a pair of strong subwoofers, these speakers deliver clear, exceptionally rich stereo sound, although certain buzzy sounds are to be expected at times.

In essence, this speaker set represents USB speakers. One of the best things about it is the convenient mode of connectivity. Knowing that most wireless and easy-to-connect speakers belong to the higher price point categories, the simplified connectivity of Tomot’s speakers is certainly a big plus.

The compact design of these speakers saves up quite a lot of storage space – you don’t really want a set of bulky speakers to come in your way, now, do you?

There are no outstanding features that are worth mentioning – this is a plain speaker set which features only the simplest controls, such as volume control, on, and off.