The most popular trend for wireless speaker fanatics is smart voice assistants right now, with the Amazon Echo, Google Home and Apple HomePod commanding a huge amount of attention. Is there any point in buying a speaker any more that can't answer questions, turn up the heating and tell jokes?

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

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

The Bose SoundLink Revolve is Bose's latest wireless speaker, but it isn't a trendsetter, it's a follower. It doesn't do anything particularly clever. It isn't a digital voice assistant and can't do the shopping for you. It's a Bluetooth speaker, no more, no less.

Compact and lightweight; IPX4 shower resistant; Great sound quality

Expensive; Loses control at top volume

I bought this Bose SoundLink Revolve Bluetooth Speaker for my desk top , the price is a bit high comparing other brands, however it did worth money i spent on because its sound quality is wonderful and awesome enough for use on desk top or even in living room.

BOSE always keeps trick under the sleeves and comes up with surprise of sound that always amaze the world. Now BOSE have launched its new speaker to give you thrill of sound. The new launch of BOSE is its SoundLink Revolve which is one of the best performing portable Bluetooth speakers yet by the...

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.

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

Comparatively pricey

The Bose SoundLink Revolve is an excellent choice for those looking for a true 360-degree listening experience. Yes, it's expensive but it sounds great. The biggest issue is that the Revolve lacks dust and waterproofing which means that it's not the speaker you want to take with you to the beach.

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

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

Bose recently updated its SoundLink line of wireless speakers, and the $199.95 SoundLink Revolve falls right in the middle. It shares quite a bit in common with the SoundLink Revolve+, including an almost cylindrical contour, the same control panel layout, and a water-resistant build. From an audio standpoint, the Revolve is less powerful than its larger sibling, but it can still hold its own. There are rich lows and sculpted, well-defined highs here. For its size, the SoundLink Revolve delivers laudable audio performance, but for its price, it has some strong competition. Design The 1.5-pound SoundLink Revolve measures roughly 6.0 by 3.3 by 3.3 inches (HWD) and has a circular base and a slightly smaller circular top panel, giving the speaker a shape similar to a salt shaker, albeit significantly larger. It's available in black or gray, and aside from being smaller, the other primary difference between it and the Revolve+ is its lack of a built-in handle. Both models are IPX4-rate...

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

Bose recently updated its SoundLink lineup of Bluetooth speakers, and one of the main attractions is the new SoundLink Revolve+. At $299.95, it's a water-resistant portable speaker that delivers sound in every direction. Like most Bose products, it's exceptionally easy to operate and handsomely designed. From an audio standpoint, it delivers powerful sonic performance with boosted, rich bass and sculpted, clear high-mids and highs. It's not a frequency response for audiophiles seeking accuracy in the mix, but it's a balanced, robust sound signature that will appeal to a wide range of listeners. Design Available in black or gray models, the 2-pound SoundLink Revolve+ ($249.00 at Amazon) measures 7.3 by 4.1 by 4.1 inches (HWD) and has a somewhat cylindrical contour with a top panel that's smaller than the base, kind of like a very large salt shaker. The speaker has an IPX4 rating, which means it can handle being splashed by water, making it ideal for poolside parties (though it's no...

The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ speaker delivers a strong Bluetooth audio experience in a portable, outdoor-friendly design.

Powerful audio performance with rich bass and crisp highs; Can play wired audio via aux input or USB; Built-in speakerphone capabilities

Not for purists seeking accurate frequency response; Expensive

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

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.