Diwali 2025: Gift These Bookshelf Speakers To Your Parents

Parents often love the little conveniences that make daily life smoother. With the Echo Dot 5th Gen, that becomes a reality. This latest version has deeper bass and clearer vocals compared to earlier models, making music and devotional songs more pleasant to listen to. Alexa can play tunes from Amazon Music, Jio Saavn, Spotify, or Apple Music, and it understands both English and Hindi, which makes it more comfortable for our parents to use. The in-built motion detection and temperature sensor can be set to automatically turn on the light when someone enters the room or switch on the AC when the weather gets too warm. With simple voice commands, it can even control compatible smart devices like lights, geysers, and TVs. For those who prefer something simpler, the speaker can also be used as a standalone Bluetooth speaker by pairing it with a phone. Tap-to-control makes pausing music or snoozing alarms easy, and privacy controls like the mic-off button add peace of mind.

For parents who appreciate detail in sound, the Sonos Era 100 is worth considering. Its dual tweeters and a larger midwoofer powered by a faster processor create a wide stereo experience with deep bass. The speaker’s compact shape allows it to fit neatly on a bookshelf, a desk, or even a nightstand without taking up much space. Setting it up is simple, just plug in the power, connect to WiFi, and use the Sonos app to start streaming. Music can play over WiFi from various services or through Bluetooth with a single button press. If your parents still enjoy vinyl records, a turntable can also be connected using an adapter. With Trueplay tuning technology, the speaker adjusts sound based on the room’s acoustics, ensuring the audio feels natural wherever it is placed.

When music needs to travel from one corner of the house to the other, a compact speaker like the updated Tribit XSound Go does the job beautifully. Despite its size, it produces crystal-clear highs, crisp mids, and bass that holds strong even at full volume. The addition of a DSP chip refines the sound further, making devotional songs or old classics enjoyable without distortion. Bluetooth 5.3 ensures smooth connectivity up to 150 feet away, so a phone does not have to stay right next to it. The built-in microphone allows calls to be answered directly through the speaker while parents are busy with cooking or other tasks. With up to 24 hours of playtime, this model easily runs through the day without frequent charging. And, last but not least, it comes with waterproof design means it can even be placed near water without worry, for example- near a sink.

If you want something small yet powerful for your parents, the Mivi Roam 2 fits the bill. Its sharp trebles, balanced mids, and punchy bass deliver music that feels lively, even in a compact frame. The body is crafted from aircraft-grade aluminium, making it sturdy enough for everyday use at home. Though the size is small, the bass has enough weight to fill a room with energy, whether it is a devotional track in the morning or light classical music in the evening. The highlight here is the playtime, it can keep going for nearly 24 hours at 70% volume, which means it can be left playing softly all day without interruption. Its easy portability lets parents move it between rooms effortlessly, adding a musical touch to any corner of the house.

The Marshall Acton III brings a style statement along with performance. Its tweeters are angled outwards and supported by waveguides that spread the sound across the room. Even if the speaker is close to walls or reflective surfaces, placement compensation automatically balances the output so that the music remains consistent. Built-in dynamic loudness adjusts tones depending on the volume, so the clarity is never lost whether it is played soft or loud. Simple controls for bass, treble, and volume sit right on the unit, which parents may find easier to handle instead of browsing through phone settings. Bluetooth 5.2 is available for wireless connection, but there is also a 3.5 mm input for those who still prefer plugging in devices directly. Designed with more sustainable materials, it is a speaker that combines functionality with a sense of responsibility.

The Emberton II is perfect for parents who like music filling every corner of the room. Its 360-degree True Stereophonic sound ensures that no matter where someone sits, the experience remains the same. With over 30 hours of playtime on a single charge, it offers long hours of use without the need for constant charging. The compact design makes it easy to move around the house, and its IP67 rating means dust or water will not affect it, adding durability for daily use. Pairing is quick, just connect a phone and play music right away. Through its app, the equaliser can be adjusted to match personal preferences, and updates are automatically managed. Another highlight is Stack Mode, which allows multiple Emberton II speakers to be connected together, creating a bigger sound if parents ever want to enjoy a louder setup during family gatherings.