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Best karaoke machines
The best karaoke machines encourage even the shyest partygoer to take centre stage and belt out a classic tune.
To find the best karaoke machines worth buying for presents or for setting the scene at your next Christmas party, birthday party or kitchen disco, we gathered a team of karaoke-loving Which? researchers and put the most popular karaoke machines to the test.
Of the many we tested, one was the star of the show and is a Best Buy. Read on to see which we liked best for sound, style and ease of use.
How our test finds you the best
Fun design
A good karaoke machine should put you in a party mood. We assess whether each model brings fun and quirky energy.
Ease of use
Naturally, you don't want a machine that's too complicated, which is why we check which are easiest to set up and adjust.
Speaker and microphone quality
No-one wants their Celine Dion number ruined by a crackly mic or speaker, so we check the sound quality of both.
We also test ...
how many microphones are included (if you fancy belting out a few duets) and whether they're wired or wireless (in case you want to leap around).
The best karaoke machines from our tests
Compare our results and prices at a glance in our table below or read on for our full reviews.
| Karaoke machine | Price | Score | Sound quality | Ease of use | No. of microphones included | Microphones wireless? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Buy: JYX 69BT Karaoke Machine | SQUIRREL_TEXT_50009726 | 96% | 2 | Yes | ||
| Vocal-Star VS-275 Karaoke Machine | SQUIRREL_TEXT_50009728 | 74% | 2 | Yes | ||
| Easy Karaoke EKS828BT Pedestal Karaoke Machine | SQUIRREL_TEXT_50009722 | 70% | 2 | No (250cm cable) | ||
| RockJam SingCube Karaoke Machine | SQUIRREL_TEXT_50017031 | 56% | 2 | No (150cm cable) | ||
| iDance Sing Cube BC100 Karaoke System | SQUIRREL_TEXT_50009724 | 54% | 1 | No (250cm cable) | ||
| Easy Karaoke EKS213-BT Karaoke Machine | SQUIRREL_TEXT_50009707 | 52% | 1 | No (250cm cable) |
Date tested: October 2023. Pricing and availability last checked: May 2026. We are not able to show every retailer and cheaper prices may be available.
Best Buy: JYX 69BT Karaoke Machine
Our score and verdict 96%, Top of the pops
Pros
- Amazing sound quality
- Super stylish
- Very easy to use
Cons
- On the pricey side
- Batteries for wireless mics not included
Size and weight 40 x 28 x 18 cm; 3kg
Microphones 2x wireless mics included (2x AA batteries required for each, none included), maximum of two mics can used at the same time
Connections Bluetooth, USB (MP3 files only), AUX, TF card, FM radio
Need to know Rechargeable battery (total battery life not stated), audio effects include echo, bass and treble, LED light display, included accessories: 1x USB charging cable, 1x AUX to AUX cable, 1x remote control, 1x carry strap
Throughout our karaoke machines testing, this is the one we kept coming back to.
It nails the basics. It looks good, sounds good, and is easy to set up and use. The light display, although a little more understated than some more glittery competitors, still looks impressive and the amp-style appearance gives it appeal as a speaker as well as a karaoke machine.
The wireless mics keep a strong connection to the karaoke machine throughout use, and provide crisp and clear vocals which can easily have their volume balanced with the volume of the backing track. However, the batteries you need (two AAs per mic) aren't included.
We also had no trouble establishing a Bluetooth connection between the machine and our smartphones and laptops. The FM radio had a somewhat patchy signal, even with its extendable aerial, but that's not what you're really planning on using your karaoke machine for.
If you want to take a power stance as you sing at the top of your voice and imagine the crowd going wild, we don't think there are many better home karaoke machines.
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Vocal-Star VS-275 Karaoke Machine
Our score and verdict 74%, Super for the price
Pros
- Good sound quality
- Cool looks
Cons
- OK to use: balancing the volume can be a faff
Size and weight 33 x 21 x 19cm (HxWxD); 1.7kg
Microphones 2x wireless mics included (2x AA batteries required for each, none included), maximum two mics can used at the same time
Connections Bluetooth, USB (MP3 files only), AUX, TF card, FM radio
Need to know Rechargeable battery (4 hours of battery life), audio effects include echo, EQ presets, LED light display, included accesories: 1x USB charging cable
The wireless mics and speaker of this karaoke machine sound crisp and clean, with punchy bass and little distortion or feedback.
The only downside, which led it to fall short of being a Best Buy, is that all the audio balancing controls are buttons that need to be repeatedly pressed or held down.
These are tricky when trying to get the volume of the backing track and mics just right. We find it much easier when the balancing controls are knobs, as they are with the Best Buy JYX 69BT, reviewed above.
Once we got the settings sorted, our testers enjoyed singing with this karaoke machine. If you have the patience to deal with the controls, we think you'll be happy using it.
Easy Karaoke EKS828BT Pedestal Karaoke Machine
Our score and verdict 70%, Looking good, could be louder
Pros
- Super stylish
- Easy to use
- Decent sound quality
- Fun light displays
Cons
- Maximum volume isn’t quite high enough
- Size makes it tricky to store away
Size and weight 95.6 x 29 x 23.8cm (HxWxD); 5.4kg
Microphones 2x wired microphones included (250cm cable), maximum two mics can be used at the same time
Connections Bluetooth, USB (MP3 files only), AUX
Need to know Mains powered, audio effects include echo only, LED light display
Guests at your next karaoke party will be wowed at the sight of this karaoke machine, which will command the room and make people feel like they're taking the stage when they get up to sing.
The music sounds good from the tall speaker, which has an impressive light display that can be set to react to the music being played. However, the maximum volume wasn't quite high enough for our testers, who sometimes felt they could sing louder than it.
Its size, while impressive, may also be prohibitive for some when it comes to storage. You'd have to really love your karaoke to leave it out all the time, and it'll take up a lot of room in the cupboard when put away.
RockJam SingCube Karaoke Machine
Our score and verdict 56%, Not bad for its size
Pros
- Easy to use
- Cool looks: has a fun light display
Cons
- Poor sound quality
Size and weight 19 x 18.5 x 18cm (HxWxD); 1.6kg
Microphones 2x wired mics included (150cm cable), maximum two mics can used at the same time
Connections Bluetooth, USB (MP3 files only), AUX, FM radio
Need to know Rechargeable battery (6 hours of battery life), audio effects include echo only, LED light display, included accessories: 1x USB charging cable, 1x AUX cable
This is the smallest and lightest karaoke machine we've tested, but it outshines some of the larger ones.
We found it easy to use, and our testers liked the 3D-style light display that shines through the speaker while it's in use.
We think it's for more understated karaoke events, though, as the sound quality suffered at higher volumes. To keep it sounding good, you might have to play your music and sing at quieter volumes than you'd like.
iDance Sing Cube BC100 Karaoke System
Our score and verdict 54%, Not a chart topper
Pros
- Decent sound quality
Cons
- Max volume of mic isn’t loud enough
- OK to use: Bluetooth pairing can be hit and miss
- Disappointing aesthetics
Size and weight 26 x 20 x 20cm; 1.7kg
Microphones 1x wired mic included (250cm cable), maximum two mics can used at the same time
Connections Bluetooth, USB (MP3 files only), AUX, TF card, FM radio
Need to know Mains powered, audio effects include echo only, LED light display, included accessories: 1x carry strap, 1x AUX cable
Once we got this karaoke machine paired up via Bluetooth it sounded good, but getting it connected wasn't always straightforward.
The short power cable also makes positioning it more challenging than some we tested, as it needs to be connected to mains electricity for it to work.
Our testers felt the maximum volume of the microphone needed to be higher when they used it. The backing tracks could be loud enough, but the microphones could easily be drowned out by the backing track.
Easy Karaoke EKS213-BT Karaoke Machine
Our score and verdict 52%, Not loud enough
Pros
- Very easy to use
Cons
- Could look better
- Very poor sound quality
Size and weight 20 x 32 x 25cm (HxWxD); 2.5kg
Microphones 1x wired mic included (250cm cable), maximum two mics can used at the same time
Connections Bluetooth, disc, AUX
Need to know Mains powered, audio effects include echo only, LED light display, included accessories: 1x audio/video out cable, 1x tablet/smartphone holder, 1x pre-loaded karaoke disc for TV display
We like the controls and light display of this karaoke machine, but the quiet maximum volume left us singing louder than the speaker.
It has some retro appeal, though. It's the only one to have a CD drive, and has a pre-loaded karaoke disc containing five songs; I Want by One Direction, Baby One More Time by Britney Spears, Ho Hey by The Lumineers, I Want it That Way by Backstreet Boys, and Tik Tok by Kesha.
You'll need to use the audio/video out cable to connect the machine to your TV if you want to see the lyrics, and some more modern smart TVs may not have the correct port. Connecting via Bluetooth to your smartphone or laptop is a much more straightforward and flexible way to do it.
How we test karaoke machines
We assemble a group of karaoke-loving Which? testers of various ages, genders and singing abilities to put bestselling karaoke machines to the test.
We buy every karaoke machine we test.
- We rank the karaoke machines for how much their looks make you want to get the party started, taking into account their aesthetics, light displays and microphones.
- We judge each for how easily it can be set up for use, connected to devices using its various connection methods, and how easily the controls can adjust the volume levels of the mics and backing tracks.
- Our group of testers sing their favourite tunes with every karaoke machine, and we judge how good the speaker sounds when playing both the backing track and the vocals of the person singing. Speakers that lack volume, have crackly microphones and that sound distorted are penalised.
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Do you need a TV for a karaoke machine?
It depends on how visible you'd like the lyrics to be. If you're karaoke-ing in a large room or want lots of partygoers to join in while you sing, it can be helpful to have the lyrics displayed on a larger screen so they can easily be seen.
It's not essential though. Any device that has a screen and a Bluetooth connection - your smartphone, tablet or laptop, for example - can be used to display the lyrics while you play the music through the karaoke machine's speaker.
How do I turn my TV into a karaoke machine?
There are several ways to display the song lyrics of whatever you're singing on your TV.
Smart TVs that share the same wi-fi as your smartphone can connect via the screen-sharing function on your phone. You can then stream videos with the music and lyrics from your phone to your TV, using apps such as YouTube.
Alternatively, you could just use the YouTube app on your smart TV if it has it, or connect your laptop to your TV using a HDMI cable.
However, the key will be to ensure the sound comes out of your karaoke machine, if you'd rather it didn't come out of the TV. To do this, you'll either need to establish a Bluetooth connection between your TV and the karaoke machine, or use an AUX cable to connect them up.
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