Bose SoundLink Revolve

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 442 reviews of Bose SoundLink Revolve. The average rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviews about the sound and reliability are on the whole positive. The size and design also get good opinions, whereas some have doubts about the price.

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Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Bose SoundLink Revolve

The Bose SoundLink Revolve delivers rich, powerful Bluetooth audio in a water-resistant design, but feels slightly overpriced.

Strong audio performance for size, with rich bass and clear highs. Built-in speakerphone. Water-resistant design.

Comparatively pricey.

Purists seeking a flat response-style speaker won't be pleased with the SoundLink Revolve's pronounced boosting and sculpting in certain ranges, and booming bass fiends will want to seek out a larger speaker. The SoundLink Revolve+ doesn't offer...

Jun, 2017

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Bose's smaller 360-degree Bluetooth speaker is no slouch

The smaller of Bose's new 360-degree "omnidirectional" Bluetooth speakers doesn't have a handle but it's still a great little speaker.

The sleek Bose SoundLink Revolve Bluetooth speaker sounds excellent for its compact size. Battery life is good at 12 hours, there's a threaded tripod mount on the bottom of the speaker and an integrated microphone for speakerphone calls.

Expensive, and the cradle that makes charging easier is an optional $30 accessory. The pricier Revolve Plus sounds even better.

While I'd lean toward the bigger Revolve Plus, Bose's SoundLink Revolve is still of the best-sounding Bluetooth speakers for its size.

Apr, 2017

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Expert review by : rohan-pal (themobileindian.com)

Bose SoundLink Revolve Review: Uptown design, impressive sound and expensive price tag

Will it be able to do justice to the brand's legacy? Let's find out.

Sturdy Design Impressive audio quality Weatherproof

Short range Bass is not effective when kept in the middle of the room

Jul, 2017

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Expert review by : Max Mutter Steven Tata change comparison (techgearlab.com)

Bose SoundLink Revolve Review

The Bose SoundLink Revolve was the one speaker we tested that sounded so good we almost thought the sound was coming from a full-fledged stereo system. If...

The was far and away the best portable speaker that we tested. If you want the best sound you can get while you're out and about, this is the speaker for you. Plus it is water resistant, so no worries about listening to it by the lake. The only...

May, 2017

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Expert review by : Mike Mettler (hiresaudiocentral.com)

New Gear: Bose SoundLink Revolve & Revolve+ Bluetooth Speakers - Hi Res Audio Central

Story by Kris Wouk / via our partner site, Digital Trends / Bose's Bluetooth speakers are known for packing surprising amounts of volume into relatively small packages, but the company isn't content to rest on its laurels. To that end, Bose just...

Apr, 2017

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Expert review by : Simon Osborne-Walker (trustedreviews.com)

Bose SoundLink Revolve

The buzz in Bluetooth speakers these days is all around 360-degree audio, with the music sounding the same no matter where you are in the room. The SoundLink Revolve is Bose getting in on that omnidirectional-audio act.

A little stunner of a Bluetooth speaker, with effective 360-degree sonics.

Jun, 2017

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Expert review by : Lewis Leong (techradar.com)

Bose SoundLink Revolve review

Bose goes back to the drawing board to create a wireless speaker with 360-degree sound.

True 360-degree sound Beautiful design and build Detailed and expansive sound

Only 30ft (10m) range Charging dock not included Not fully water or dustproof

The Bose SoundLink Revolve is an excellent choice for those looking for a true 360-degree listening experience. Yes, it’s expensive, but it also sounds great. The biggest issue is that the Revolve lacks dust and waterproofing, which means it’s not a...

Jan, 2021

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Bose SoundLink Revolve review

This petite Bose Bluetooth speaker makes a huge impact…

Great omnidirectional delivery ; Big, solid, punchy sound ; Good timing and dynamics ; Petite, portable design ; Good feature set

Rivals sound more articulate and detailed ; Not especially rugged ; A bit pricey

Huge performance from a tiny speaker - this talented Bose speaker could be worth a place in your home

Aug, 2017

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Expert review by : Cam Bunton (pocket-lint.com)

Bose SoundLink Revolve review: Classy, round, room-filling sound

In the end, you get from Bose what you almost always get from Bose: A minimal, stylish speaker that sounds really good.

Small ; Premium ; Portable design and balanced ; Controlled sound that fills rooms with ease

Sound balance may not be to everyone's taste ; Would be great to have smart assistant capabilities.

The SoundLink Revolve provides what you almost always get from Bose: a minimal, stylish speaker that sounds really good.

Oct, 2017

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Expert review by : Jonathan Bray (expertreviews.co.uk)

Bose SoundLink Revolve review: High-class Bluetooth audio

Top-quality Bluetooth audio, but you pay through the nose for it

Compact and lightweight ; IPX4 shower resistant ; Great sound quality

Expensive ; Loses control at top volume

Still, the Kef is currently £50 more expensive, it isn’t water-resistant and it doesn’t do 360-degree audio either. That means that, even at £200, the Bose SoundLink Revolve is a decent option for anyone looking for good sound quality in a compact...

Jul, 2017