Our Guide to the Best Bluetooth Speakerphones for Work
August 16, 2022
Bluetooth Speakerphones are the perfect device to fit out any office space, boardroom or huddle room as they can pick up everyone’s voice in the room so you don’t all need to be wearing headsets. A speakerphone allows you to hear each other better and talk more openly as you can hear the other speakers on the call come out of the speakerphone, which makes it sound like they are in the room with you. A portable Bluetooth speakerphone gives you the power to literally turn any room into a conference room.
Also, you can use the speakerphone to play music in the office when you’re not on a conference call. That's awesome because who wants to work in complete silence?
This dual purpose makes speakerphones great for WFH office setups as well, especially if you’re in a lot of meetings and don’t like to wear a headset all day long (assuming you have no noise concerns, i.e you live alone or work in a separate room to your partner. Or maybe your partner works in the office on the days you work from home and you like to use a speakerphone on those days to blast music and take headset free conference calls).
Now you must be asking yourself, do you need a Bluetooth speakerphone? How the heck do they work? And what brand is the best for you? If you’re working from home or in the office and use Zoom, MS Teams or Google Meet regularly, you may have asked yourself these questions. If you have a huddle room or a boardroom, speakerphones will make your meetings more efficient for a one-time, cost-effective investment. Maybe you’re happy with your video conferencing setup, but you’d like to compliment it with some great audio gear. In all these cases, a Bluetooth speakerphone will provide you with a solution. Keep reading to find out how.
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- What is the difference between a Bluetooth Speaker and a Speakerphone?
- What is the difference between a Bluetooth Headset and a Speakerphone?
- How do Bluetooth Speakerphones work?
- Why Do You Need a Bluetooth Speakerphone for Your Office?
- What are the best Bluetooth speakerphones for working from home in 2024?
- What are the best Bluetooth speakerphones for huddle rooms in 2024?
- What are the best Bluetooth speakerphones for conference rooms in 2024?
- What are the best Bluetooth speakerphones for boardrooms in 2024?
- Which Brand Sells the Best Bluetooth Speakerphones in 2024?
- Shop Our Complete Range of Portable Bluetooth Speakerphones
- FAQ
What is the difference between a Bluetooth Speaker and a Speakerphone?
No doubt you’re familiar with a Bluetooth speaker. Almost everyone has used one at some point, and they’re a great way to listen to music or podcasts no matter where you are, but you can’t talk back to it. On the other hand, a speakerphone has a loudspeaker and a microphone that can be used simultaneously. Several people can use a speakerphone to hear and be heard during calls. A speakerphone is a quick and easy option when setting up a meeting with a client or a conference with a few people. It eliminates the hassle of waiting for staff members to log in to their computers or rushing around to try and find their headphones while they hold up the meeting. With a speakerphone, everyone needs to turn up and speak. It’s as simple as that.
What is the difference between a Bluetooth Headset and a Speakerphone?
A headset will give you clearer sound, eliminate background noise, and come with noise-cancelling mics. The obvious difference between a Bluetooth speakerphone and a headset is that there’s no need to wear anything if you have a speakerphone. Anyone who walks into a room or is present at a meeting can hear the conversation on a speaker phone as they’re designed to accommodate more people. Although some headsets will allow you to conference with a few people, they’re generally used for one-on-one calls.
How do Bluetooth Speakerphones work?
If you want crystal clear communications in your huddle room meetings or conferences and you’re looking for a portable device that you can take with you, a Bluetooth speakerphone will work for you. They can connect via Bluetooth, USB and more; some will plug and play directly into your laptop, smartphone or tablet and are MS Teams certified. You’ll get up to 15 hours of battery life when portable speakers are fully charged, and some will allow you to have meetings with up to 15 people. Depending on your connection, you can get a range of up to 30 metres from the wireless connection. You’ll be able to connect in seconds, and they’re entirely hands-free.
Why Do You Need a Bluetooth Speakerphone for Your Office?
Huddle rooms are fantastic. You can organise a quick meeting, discussion, or catch-up with a client in a short time without too much preparation. But the time saved can be undone if a couple of people can’t find their headsets, can’t log in to their computer, or the room is busy.
You can turn any room into a conference room with a Bluetooth speakerphone. There’s no need to worry about the old, crackly headset you have to wear either. With a conference call speakerphone, you’ll hear everyone clearly like they’re in the same room with you, and you’ll also be heard clearly by them.
If you work from home, a speakerphone might be an option, especially if you don’t like wearing a headset all day and live in a quiet area without any noise concerns or interruptions. Plus, when you’re not working, you can blast all your favourite sounds through it and enjoy the professional quality audio.
What are the best Bluetooth speakerphones for working from home in 2024?
If you prefer not to wear headsets and there’s no need for you to cancel out any background noise, then a Bluetooth speakerphone might be just what you’re looking for
Jabra Speak 510
17%
Off
RRP: $219
Now:
$181
inc GST
Save: $38
- WORKS WITH - PC + Mobile
- Cable USB connection
- Bluetooth Mobile connection
This gem of a Bluetooth speakerphone is both corded and Bluetooth and will work with your PC and mobile. It comes with a cable USB connection and can connect to your phone via Bluetooth. It’s optimised for MS Teams, and up to 4 people in the room can join in on a call. The incredible sound quality will make you think that the caller is in the same room as you, and when you’re done, you can rock out to your favourite band. Use this Jabra speakerphone at home or when you’re on the go with your mobile phone. It’s simple and easy to set up regardless of your location.
Poly Sync 20
24%
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RRP: $286
Now:
$218
inc GST
Save: $68
- WORKS WITH - Mobile phone/Tablet + PC
- Suitable for 1-2 people
- MS Teams certified
- 20 hour talk time
- Can charge mobiles
What are the best Bluetooth speakerphones for huddle rooms in 2024?
The best conference call speakerphone for your huddle room will depend on a few factors. How many people do you huddle with? How large is the area where you typically go to meet? What kind of connectivity do you need? We’ve saved you some time and listed the best Bluetooth speakerphones that will work for any situation you’re in.
Jabra Speak 710
35%
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RRP: $469
Now:
$305
inc GST
Save: $164
- Bluetooth and USB Speakerphone
- Up to 6 people
- Lightweight
- BT or plug and play
Jabra Speak 710 is a premium, portable Bluetooth speakerphone for business leaders and executives that gives you fantastic sound quality for conference calls anytime, anywhere, which is perfect for your huddle room. It’s optimised for meetings of up to 6 people, and of course, you’ll be able to hear people speaking clearly and will be able to respond without yelling or repeating yourself. It’s also optimised for Skype for business and is dead easy to set up. Just plug it into a USB port on your laptop, tablet, PC or phone, and you're good to go!. You can use it on the go with your mobile phone.
EPOS Expand SP30
RRP: $235
Now:
$235
inc GST
- WORKS WITH - PC (USB-A & USB-C cable) + BT for mobile
- Cable USB connection
- Bluetooth Mobile connection
You can set this Bluetooth speakerphone up permanently or use it for quick, efficient huddles anytime, anywhere. It can be used for huddles of up to 8 people and has the bonus of Two long-range noise and echo cancelling microphones and an ultra-low distortion speaker - perfect if you’re in an environment that can be noise-challenging. It’s certified for MS Teams which means it comes with a dedicated Teams button that allows you to access your team's functions with one touch. It has exceptional audio performance, an ultra-low distortion speaker, and echo and noise-cancelling microphones. With these, you’ll get 18 hours of talk time, and they’ll work with your PC and mobile.
Poly Sync 40
24%
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RRP: $505
Now:
$384
inc GST
Save: $121
- WORKS WITH - Mobile phone/Tablet + PC
- USB-A & USB-C cable connections
- Bluetooth to mobile
- Suitable for 3-4 people
Brilliant for smaller meetings and perfect for huddle rooms, this Poly Bluetooth speakerphone is designed to focus on your voice and has a multi-microphone that deals with unwanted echo and reduces annoying background noise. It will drastically improve the quality of your mobile calls and conferences via your PC without forcing you to wear a headset. You’ll never run out of battery on a call with this speakerphone (unless someone forgets to charge it!) because it will give you thirty hours of talk time. And when the huddle is done, put on your favourite songs and listen to some a-grade quality sounds.
What are the best Bluetooth speakerphones for conference rooms in 2024?
For a dedicated conference room, you may want a permanent setup accommodating more users. In that case, these speakerphones will be right up your alley.
Jabra Speak 750
7%
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RRP: $519
Now:
$481
inc GST
Save: $38
- Bluetooth and USB Speakerphone
- Up to 6 people
- BT or plug and play
- Full Duplex Sound
While this Jabra speakerphone will easily handle up to 6 people in a meeting at a time, if you need a larger gathering, it’s easy to link two together with Bluetooth. This premium, portable speakerphone for business leaders and executives ensures excellent sound for conference calls. It’s simple to use too. Just plug it into a USB port on your laptop, tablet, or PC, and if you need to use it on the go, you can also connect it to your phone via Bluetooth. You'll get HiFi sound with this, so you can listen to crystal clear-sounding music when your conference is over. It’s also MS Teams certified which will give you a Teams buttons and seamless integration with your Teams functions.
Poly Sync 60
24%
Off
RRP: $1010
Now:
$770
inc GST
Save: $240
- WORKS WITH - PC/Laptop + Mobile phone/Tablet
- Suitable for approx 6 people
- Full duplex audio
This larger speakerphone is suitable for rooms up to 6m x 6m. It’s MS Teams certified which will allow you some shortcuts into Teams and its functions. You’ll get 20 hours of talk-time when it’s fully charged, and it comes with echo cancellation and superb stereo sound. You can use it anywhere on almost every device, including your PC, Laptop, phone, and tablet. It’s suitable for up to 6 people at a time in a conference and comes with six built-in mics that can pick up voices 3m away. It only weighs 1kg, so it can be moved from room to room if need be without any hassle at all.
What are the best Bluetooth speakerphones for boardrooms in 2024?
Your boardroom is typically a fixed space, and boardroom collaborations or meetings generally need to accommodate more than half a dozen people. The following three choices allow collaboration for groups of 15 or more.
Jabra Speak 810
10%
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RRP: $859
Now:
$771
inc GST
Save: $88
- WORKS WITH - PC + Mobile + Tablet
- 3.5mm Cable or BT to Mobile phone/Tablet
- USB Cable or BT to Laptop/PC
This Bluetooth and USB speakerphone is designed for collaboration for up to 15 people simultaneously in the same boardroom. It will work with a PC and any Bluetooth-enabled device, but it must be plugged into the wall AC power to operate. This makes it a good option for fixed locations like your boardroom. There’s a 3.5mm Jack that comes with this, allowing easy connectivity to your smartphone or tablet for immediate conference calling. You’ll get brilliant sound quality also. It has Intelligent directional microphones that focus on human voices and not noise and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) which gives you crystal clear sound without echoes or distortion.
EPOS Expand 80T
28%
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RRP: $1099
Now:
$795
inc GST
Save: $304
- WORKS WITH - PC + Mobile/Tablet
- MS TEAMS Certified
- Suitable for up to 16 people
- Scalable up to 32 people with EXPAND 80 Mics
These are MS Teams certified, so when you connect to a device with Teams installed, the EXPAND 80 will connect directly to the programme and show Teams notifications. This is a sleek, top-quality unit. If image is important to your business, this is the device for you. And the sound is even better. Digital sound processors intelligently isolate voices from ambient noise and room echoes so all the voices in the room will be picked up - and only the voices. This Bluetooth speakerphone is suitable for conferences with up to 16 people in the room and is quick and easy to connect. Because this is a powerful unit, it will need to be connected to AC power at all times, but for your boardroom, it will suit perfectly.
Poly Trio C60
22%
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RRP: $1851
Now:
$1,442
inc GST
Save: $409
- Native Teams and Zoom Apps
- One touch meeting start
- 6.1m Microphone pickup range
- PoE powered, Networked, Bluetooth & USB
Incredibly powerful and straightforward to use, this quality Bluetooth speakerphone from Poly has it all. Firstly, it comes with Poly signature audio, ensuring that every inflexion in the room is heard without any distracting background noise. You can join a meeting instantly with the one-touch join, and it’s MS Teams and Zoom certified, giving you a seamless experience when using those applications. It has USB, Bluetooth and IP connectivity to mobile devices and rich, full sounds that will make it appear as though the people you’re talking to are in the same room. The design includes thoughtfully placed mute buttons and volume controls, a sensor that wakes up the system when motion is detected, and it comes with a cable management system to give the speakerphone a streamlined look. An incredible unit perfect for your boardroom.
Which Brand Sells the Best Bluetooth Speakerphones in 2024?
All three major brands Simply Headsets stock that makes Bluetooth speakerphones have one that will suit every situation. So, asking us to choose our favourite is almost like asking us which is our favourite child! But, we brought it up, and we have to make a choice, so we chose Jabra.
They gain a slight edge over their competitors because their Speak series offers an excellent Bluetooth speakerphone in every category at a competitive price with the quality that Jabra consistently delivers. Check out the Jabra Speak 510, 710, 750, and 810 models. They’ll cover you if you’re working from home all the way up to enterprise-sized boardrooms. Jabra also offers the Speak 410 if you’re looking for a budget corded option.
Shop Our Complete Range of Portable Bluetooth Speakerphones
Did you know that Simply Headsets are not only experts in the headset space but video conferencing experts as well? That’s right. We have video conferencing gurus who can help you with information and advice if you’re still unsure which Bluetooth speakerphones are right for you. Contact us today. We’d be happy to help with your audio and speakerphone questions.
FAQ
What is a Bluetooth Speakerphone?
I’m sure you know what a Bluetooth speaker is, right? Well, a Bluetooth speakerphone is a Bluetooth speaker with an in-built microphone. They can play back audio and will pick up the voice of anyone in the room that the speakerphone is in.
How Much do Speakerphones Cost?
Prices range from $200 for a small speakerphone, which will be adequate for 2-3 people in a room, to around $1200 for a fully decked-out boardroom that will accommodate 15 or more people in a conference room at once.
Which Jabra Speakerphone is the Best?
The Jabra Speak 750 offers the perfect middle ground between quality, features and affordability. You’ll get quality without compromise, and it’s a small, compact design that’s incredibly easy to set up.
7%
Off
RRP: $519
Now:
$481
inc GST
Save: $38
- Bluetooth and USB Speakerphone
- Up to 6 people
- BT or plug and play
- Full Duplex Sound