A powerful bass, clearly audible details and a balanced, lively sound - this is what the perfect Bluetooth speaker should sound like. However, good sound quality is not everything: Stiftung Warentest expects a test-winning speaker to be easy to use, have a long-lasting battery and offer practical additional functions...

With the Marshall Middleton, the cult manufacturer continues its tradition and launches another all-round convincing Bluetooth speaker. The new model also scores points with its elegant and robust amplifier design and flawless operation. The speaker is also impressive in terms of sound and provides a detailed, warm and pleasing sound without any faults...

With the Middleton, Marshall has added an interesting component to its own Bluetooth portfolio and virtually introduced the just-as-portable class. The Middleton cannot compete with real party speakers - the music distorts too much at high volumes. For the next small house party or barbecue in the city park, however, the Middleton easily provides the necessary sonic muscles and remains warm and relaxed...

If money is no object, the Middleton from Marshall is the Bluetooth speaker you should buy. It is really good and convinces in all disciplines in the tested.