[NilsOlav]

Do you guys have any suggestions? The max I'm willing to spend is $500, though really I'd only like to spend $200-$250 unless there is really something fantastic about a portable speaker closer to $500. Preferably with bluetooth.

 

[cel4145]

You should get a portable backup battery charger like this: http://www.amazon.com/Compact-10000mAh-Portable-External-Technology/dp/B009USAJCC/

Then battery life is much less of an issue.

 

[NilsOlav]

You should get a portable backup battery charger like this: http://www.amazon.com/Compact-10000mAh-Portable-External-Technology/dp/B009USAJCC/

Then battery life is much less of an issue.

That looks like a handy little charger! I'll pick up one of those regardless of what speaker I do end up choosing. From the research I've done, I think I'll either get the UE Megaboom or the Infinity One. This video compares the two:
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScS7b_izq8k
 
Overall, I think the Infinity One sounds better. The UE Megaboom has a handy app to make it easy to control, and I also like that it has a little hook sort of thing so it can be hung from a tree while camping. Curious what you guys think of these two? And of course, if you know of any with better sound, then I'll li

 

[cel4145]

I just have a JBL Charge. Works good for me. Biggest thing I found was in listening to a lot of ~$100 bluetooth speakers is to be sure to pick one with plenty of volume if you are going to use it outdoors.