Stereo system or Bluetooth speaker?

Bluetooth boxes are practical mobile companions, while stereo systems are perfect for enjoying music in your own four walls. Which of the two you use for listening to music is up to you. Get an overview of the various pros and cons of the two options.

Bluetooth speakers: the essentials at a glance

Whether you want to use a stereo system or Bluetooth speakers depends primarily on your needs. Both options have their advantages and disadvantages.

• Bluetooth speakers offer the advantage that they can be used mobile, unlike the stereo system. Whether at the garden party, the balcony or in the park - thanks to the integrated battery, you are flexible.
• Because of the Bluetooth wireless connection, you do not need to worry about annoying wiring.
• Some speakers even offer a power bar function, through which you can conveniently charge your smartphone or tablet.

The disadvantage with Bluetooth speakers is the susceptibility of the wireless connection to interference and the fact that audio content is transmitted only in compressed form. In general, you often have to make sacrifices in the sound quality of Bluetooth speakers compared to a stereo system.

The advantages of a stereo system

In contrast to Bluetooth speakers, a stereo system is not mobile. However, depending on the equipment, the system also has various wireless connection standards and is even multi-room capable. The great advantage of a stereo system is the possible audio quality as well as the various networking options.If your stereo system does not have a wireless connection, there are various ways to retrofit it. Cheap Bluetooth adapters you can get online or in stores from 10 euros.