It’s the golden age of TV.
There has never been a better line-up of shows for the small screen and yet many of us don’t have the tech to enjoy them in their utmost quality - particularly when it comes to audio.
You may already have a mini speaker or a soundbar but for the full surround sound, cinematic experience, a floor speaker makes all the difference.
When shopping around for a floor speaker, there are a few things to consider:
- Size: Unlike portable speakers, these larger ones are likely to be placed in one spot and will rarely move from there so think about the space they will take up. If you’re short on floor space, consider a bookshelf speaker or something tall and thin instead of something with a wide base.
- Power: Make sure the speaker you buy is powerful enough for the room as if it’s too small, the sound quality will be diminished. Average floor speakers work best in rooms sized between 20 and 25 metres squares, but you can get some which will fill far larger rooms.
- Design: Unlike small speakers which can be tucked away when not in use, floor speakers are likely to form part of a room’s décor so make sure it fits with your interior design scheme. Floor speakers don’t have to be a boring. In fact, we’ve rounded up a number of speakers which come in multiple colours, quirky prints and elegant panelling.
So, if you’re looking to take your sound system to the next level and are wanting a more permanent music feature, then check out our range of floor speakers with everything from disco-ready speakers to statement devices that are true works of art.
Lenco PA-260 Bluetooth Party Speaker
Top Features:
- Disco ball and party lights
- Used wired or wirelessly
- Multiple ways to connect sound
Set the party ambiance with the Lenco PA-260. This Bluetooth speaker features an embedded disco ball on the top as well as various lighting on the front which will transform your space immediately. Not all style over substance, it sounds good as good as it looks with a powerful class D amplifier with an X-drive mode. It comes with FM radio, a USB port and two wireless microphones allowing you to channel your inner chart-topper from the comfort of your sofa.
Wireless listening capabilities allow you to use your speaker indoors and out for summer garden parties. Once fully charged the speaker will last up to 12 hours or six if the light feature is switched on.
Buy now £269.99, Gear 4 Music
Sumvision PYSC Wireless Bluetooth LED Tower Speaker Torre XL
Top Features:
- Soft glowing LED lights
- Multiple ways to connect sound
- Budget friendly
This speaker ticks all the boxes. At almost 100cm tall with a base measuring only 15cm x 3cm (H x W), this speaker can discreetly fit into most nooks and crannies around your house.
As it is solely connected via Bluetooth, this device is perfect if you’re low on plug socket space and hate wires trailing behind. The soft LED lights (which can be controlled by the provided remote or control panel on the speaker) are a great addition to set the atmosphere.
The sound quality is good for the price point but the what we liked most about this speaker was the number of ways you can connect audio. Not only can you link up via Bluetooth but there is also a USB charge port, an aux point and a place to plug your smartphone and tablet to the top of the speaker. There is also a built-in FM radio.
Buy now £56.94, Amazon
Wharfedale Diamond 12.3 Passive Floor Speaker, Walnut
Top Features:
- Woofer and 13 cm mid-woofer
- 97.5cm tall with a width of only 18cm
- Amazing sound quality
When you’re low on floor space, it can be difficult to find a floor speaker but we recommend building upwards with these slim but tall Wharfedale speakers. Despite being 98cm tall, the small base of the speaker gives it a compact feel so you can easily slot in place around your home. You also need not worry about being right next to the speakers to hear the audio as the sound quality is particularly exceptional, especially considering the price.
The 12.3 speakers come in four different finishes: black, walnut, light oak and white oak - all equally as sophisticated for the home.
Buy now £499.00, Amazon
LG XBOOM LK72B Bluetooth Traditional Hi-Fi System
Top Features:
- Budget friendly
- Bass Boost +
- Bluetooth connection
This compact but powerful home audio system is a great budget-friendly option that combines two full range speakers with a powerful subwoofer. The Bass Boost + setting ensures that low-end frequencies can be heard even better so it’s a perfect speaker for a hosting duties.
Whilst the Hi-Fi system can be plugged into the mains, it also features a Bluetooth connection from up to 10 metres away giving you greater flexibility in how you want to listen to your music.
Buy now £49.99, Currys
Harman Kardon Citation Tower
Top Features:
- Multi-room capability
- Impeccable design
- Smart features
The Citation Towers by Harman Kardon are truly a masterpiece. The premium industrial design, available in both black and grey, makes these floor speakers highly unique and allows for 360 degree sound. The sound quality provides deep bass and crisp highs that can be heard throughout the house. The cinematic wireless surround sound is also a stunning feature that helps create a full home theatre experience, perfect for movie nights or gaming days.
As with many home gadgets nowadays, these speakers feature smart elements as they can easily be connected to Google Assistance. Convenient voice control lets you verbally request your favourite songs or stop and start the music in just a few words. It also has built-in Chromecast so you can enjoy even more music and streaming services.
Buy now £2199.00, Harman Kardon
Ruark Audio MR1 MKII Bluetooth Active Speakers
Top Features:
- Well designed
- Optical input to connect to a TV
- Perfect for desktop
For years retro household gadgets have grown in popularity and the Ruark MR1 is no exception. This stylish speaker has a vintage aesthetic with the wooden cabinets and soft grey fabric covering the grilles. The latter is both aesthetically and acoustically pleasing and the sound quality is particularly smooth.
The size of these speakers are also a stand out feature as they can be placed onto a desk, bookshelf or TV stand making them a great addition to a study or bedroom. Despite the small size of these speakers, we included them in this review as we think they come remarkably close to sounding like a proper Hi-Fi system.
Buy now £349.00, Amazon
SONY MHC-V02 Bluetooth Megasound Party Speaker
Top Features:
- Angled tweeters
- Jet bass booster
- Pulsating lights
Whilst many speakers can be controlled through your phone or via a remote control, this floor speaker from Sony is taking it up a notch to include voice activation and control. By downloading the Firestable app, you will have access to a whole host of features like voice control, karaoke mode and speaker synchronisation. This element allows you to pair up to 50 compatible Sony speakers together for audio and lighting.
Crisp sound reaches every corner of a room, thanks to the jet bass boost and the speaker’s lighting is worth a mention too. It can be set to pulse to the beat of your tunes which will effortlessly create a club-like feel to your party.
Buy now £179.00, Currys
Yamaha NSF51 Floorstanding Speakers
Top Features:
- Removable grille
- Wide frequency range
- Under £200
This pair of speakers from Yamaha hit all the must-haves of a floorstanding speaker and comes in at just under £200. The audio quality lives up the brand’s name and we were particularly impressed with the frequency range of the speaker which is between 43 Hz to 26 kHz. Due to the speakers producing a bass as low as 31Hz, there is no need to buy a subwoofer or other additional products.
The rounded design of the speakers helps reduce diffraction which will enhance the quality and clarity of sound. There is also the option of removing the grille at the front of the speaker so you can choose whether to have the speaker cones hidden or visible.
Buy now £199.95, Amazon
