HANDS-ON REVIEW

Anything Speaker Surface Sound Speaker Review: Is It Worth It?

A pocket-sized puck that turns any surface — a table, a box, even a window — into a surprisingly big Bluetooth speaker.

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Our verdict

The Anything Speaker is the kind of gadget that makes people go 'wait, how is that so loud?' It won't beat a premium speaker on pure fidelity, but for a pocket-sized, surface-anywhere party trick that genuinely fills a room, it's a fun, easy buy.

Anything Speaker Surface Sound Speaker

Set it on a surface and that surface becomes the speaker. Photo: Anything Speaker

The short version

Instead of a cone like a normal speaker, the Anything Speaker is a little metal puck that vibrates. Connect it to your phone over Bluetooth, set it down on a table, a cardboard box, a door or a window, and that surface resonates to project the sound — often far bigger than you'd expect from something this small. It's pocket-sized, recharges over USB, and you can pair two for stereo.

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Turns almost any solid surface into a speaker
  • Surprisingly loud for its tiny size
  • Pocket-sized and genuinely portable
  • Simple Bluetooth pairing with your phone
  • Rechargeable over USB
  • Pair two units for stereo or extra volume

Cons

  • Sound quality depends on the surface you use
  • Not meant to replace a high-end audiophile speaker
  • Takes a little experimenting to find the best surface

How it works

1

Connect over Bluetooth

Pair it with your phone, tablet or laptop like any wireless speaker.

2

Set it on a surface

Rest the puck on a table, box, window or door — anything solid that can resonate.

3

The surface plays

The puck vibrates and that surface becomes your speaker, projecting bigger sound than its size suggests.

Who it's for

  • Travelers who want portable sound without the bulk
  • Dorms, offices, kitchens and workshops
  • Anyone who likes a fun, conversation-starting gadget
  • People who want a cheap second speaker for another room

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Frequently asked questions

How does it actually work?

It's a vibration (surface-transducer) speaker. Rather than pushing air with a cone, it vibrates whatever surface you place it on, turning that surface into the speaker.

What surfaces work best?

Hard, hollow-ish surfaces — tables, cardboard boxes, doors, windows — tend to resonate best. It's worth trying a few to find your favorite.

How is it powered?

It has a built-in rechargeable battery you top up over USB.

Can I get stereo?

Yes — pair two units together for stereo sound or extra volume.

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