How do you choose the right bathroom speaker?
Choose bathroom speaker
Before you choose a speaker for the bathroom, it's good to know which properties it needs. Ask yourself the following questions to find out which speaker suits your bathroom.
- Which IP certification do you need?
- Do you want to control the speaker with your voice?
- Do you need a speaker with a battery?
Which IP certification do you need?
The speaker needs to be able to withstand water. The water resistance is indicated by an IP certification. This is done with numbers from 0 to 9. With a 0, the speaker can't withstand water. With a 9, the speaker can handle water the best. If the speaker is on the sink next to the shower, a 3 is good enough. If you place it on the edge of the bath while you're in it, we recommend a certification of at least 4.
Want to control the speaker with your voice?
If you choose a speaker with a built-in microphone, you can control the speaker with your voice. That's useful when you're in the bath and the speaker isn't within reach. You do need a voice assistant for this, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri. You have to connect the speaker to your WiFi network for this.
Do you need a speaker with a battery?
If you don't want to use power in a damp bathroom, choose a speaker with a battery. That way, you can be sure you're using the speaker safely. You can also place the speaker wherever you want. You can use a wired speaker if the socket is far away enough from the shower or bath.
