If you're looking for something that really delivers solid sound quality, I'd recommend the JBL Charge 5. It’s got a pretty neutral sound profile, so it works well for most audio content, whether you're playing music, podcasts, or watching videos. The PartyBoost feature is also nice for pairing multiple JBL speakers if you ever want to expand the setup

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-SoundCore-Playtime-Bluetooth-Portable/dp/B016XTADG2?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1

Often on sale.

Tribit x-sound go can go on sale for $25. One of the best budget BT speakers imo.

I have a monster rove speaker in my bathroom that I use to listen to books and podcasts. It’s compact, affordable and great for non music things.

I have tried them all, but this is the best for voice, small, angled speaker (if you listen in bed) and independent volume. OontZ Solo, and it is under $20 on amazon. https://a.co/d/3vTBQQq

I have a JBL clip and it's perfect for that

Thanks folks for all your ideas and opinions ! Looks like I'm staying with JBL, will try out the clip :-)

Honestly, go to Walmart and get a small tabletop Onn speaker. Or if you want a few steps up and get some added features such as charging output port to reduce cord clutter, you can go on Amazon and look at something such as Tribet Stormbox.

Both offer user friendly playback control buttons.

I am pleased at the sound quality of a pair of HK Go Play speakers. I have the original version, not even the newer upgraded version and they sound fantastic.

If you want beautiful sound coming out of a small portable speaker try the B&O A1 2nd gen. You can surely get a discount and that makes them a great choice. They are IP67, which makes them great for bath times too.

If you don't care much about portability, nor being water resistant, the HK Onyx Studio are great too. I prefer the 8.

What is the budget?
Why not use some powered bookshelf speakers?

As others mentioned the HarmonKardon go play is a popular indoor speaker. Deep bass, hifi sound.

What you looking for could be something like Audio Pro Addon T3+. Portable bookshelf speaker

to add to the other commenters here, who've all made good suggestions including the HK Go Play series (the Onyx series are good to), and the JBL Authentics. Try and get a speaker with a companion app that lets you eq the sound to your preference. Sometimes turning down the bass is enough. If you can't get a speaker with a companion app, a third party eq app like powerampeq will do a similar job. :-)

There's quite a few options depending on the size you're okay with. There's the $50 after coupon codes Uboom L which is generally best in size class, or if you don't want to deal with flashing with a PC, the $60 Soundcore Boost

Or the larger with deeper bass $80 Motion Boom which is also a great sounding great value

Here's all battery powered bluetooth speakers ranked with comparison videos in the highest upvoted post of all time in this sub: https://www.reddit.com/r/Bluetooth_Speakers/comments/z8bs6o/ranking_all_battery_powered_bluetooth_speakers/

I have liked the Wonderboom 3. Solid indoor speaker with a balanced sound.

I know the reviews on Earfun uboom have been good.

UBoom L for portable, really good for $60 with the Oluv firmware.

Motion Boom for more bass and still a great sound. $80. Pretty portable but not as travel size as the UBoom.

For 80 dollars, you can get the soundcore motion plus.

This is the cheapest bluetooth speaker i found it on youtube review

https://youtu.be/kLNS2ytlKd4

Xiaomi Sound Outdoor 30w. Bluetooth 5.4.

It's very often on sale for around 30-35€. Very nice speaker for this price.

If it's too big,go for the Select 4 Go.

I have this speaker, and for the price, it's pretty good. Better than the JBL Go 4 IMO

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Skullcandy ounce. On sale for $21 On Amazon now.

I have 2 Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go speakers, (blue and black) paired in TWS (True Wireless Stereo). Sounds so good in a noisy professional kitchen, 2 coworkers bought the same models. The black is on only $19.99 @ Amazon for members. You won't get good bass from any small speakers but for that price it's more than adequate. https://a.co/d/581Mdok Amazon link

How cheap is cheap?

Do you want a single speaker, or a stereo pair?

Do they need to be portable?

Check out the Kanto line. Made in Vancouver BC by Japanese immigrants. Cheap entry level speakers that can run optical cable for sound to your TV, RCA for your turntable, and Bluetooth equipped. I think my pair were like $220 new. Couldn’t be happier, and they’re sleek as hell.

Going to guess you mean stereo pair and say these:. https://www.edifier.com/us/en/speakers/r1280db-bluetooth-bookshelf-speakers-built-in-amplifier-coaxial-optical

What's your price?

Edit:

Home or portable?

if its for indoor use, keep in mind you can basicaly make any speaker "bluetooth" by buying something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Adapter-Streaming-Wireless-Speakers/dp/B016NUTG5K/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=bluetooth+receiver&qid=1614029345&sr=8-3

I would like to suggest the soundcore flare mini (49.99 CAD), its not type c but the sound quality is better than some soundcore has to offer over 100+ CAD. I had the soundcore motion+ ( Very bass heavy, i hated it. ) and compare to flare mini, it sounds neutral.

I'm a fan of the tribit maxsound plus. I have the older model and think it sounds great for the money. The new one allows you to pair up two if you ever wanted to buy a second one further down the road.

The Anker Soundcore 3 is $50 and has USB C but I prefer the Anker Soundcore 2 for $40 even tho it has a micro usb port for charging as I feel it has better battery life over the Soundcore 3, I own both and like using my Soundcore 2 a lot more, but that is my opinion on the speakers that I have. The Soundcore 2 has an 3.5 mm Aux port where the Soundcore 3 does not.

Get a pair of Soundcore Boom v2's at Costco for $99 each. They will be on sale for $69 on the 30th of this month. I just got one and I'm nothing but impressed with it

I know a good number of people really like the Soundcore Motion 300 and 600. I have heard other models, and they are legitimately good. A while ago I saw a Wired Magazine review of the Tribit Stormbox 2 and slightly bigger ones like the Tribit Blast. The reviews were excellent.

Personally i find the x600 awful. Charge 5 comes to mind given your requirements or even soundlink max.

B&O A1

Bose SoundLink Plus, seems to check most if not all boxes from OP's post. It's a bit pricey ($269) but within the posted budget.