I got these speakers for a gift and they are amazing. They are super light weight and portable and come with a nice carrying case that fits well in my purse/briefcase, so I can take them to and from work easily. It also protects my ipod, which was starting to scratch.The volume does not go loud enough for a party, but it is enough to fill a room and certainly more than plenty for my desk at work.I would have loved it if they charged my ipod while it is docked and if there was a cradle specifically for my Nano (the mini cradle works ok) but for the price, you can't beat it. They are worth evey cent!