WiiM's first ever wireless speaker hits (almost) all the right notes By Simon Cohen published 25 December 25 Buy the Sound on WiiM, would you? I support you – although I'd always recommend reading this review first…
Bluesound Pulse M review: a wireless speaker that fails to justify its substantial price tag, sonically speaking By Josh Russell published 22 December 24 Its detailed lossless audio and strong stereo effect lose out to sound that’s overly swamped by bass.
Sonus Faber Concertino G4 review: the bookshelf-speaker dragon I’ll be chasing for decades to come By James Grimshaw published 19 July 25 The Sonus Faber Concertino G4 may be pricy, but their look and sound make the cost worth it – they're the bookshelf speaker dragon you'll be chasing for decades.
The KEF XIO is pricey but worth it if you want a Dolby Atmos soundbar that’s equally skilled at movies and music By Simon Cohen published 30 December 25 KEF’s first Dolby Atmos soundbar impresses
Sony LinkBuds Speaker review: a small Bluetooth speakers that finds a different way to fit into your life By Tom Bedford published 6 February 25 A speaker is for life, not just for parties
Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII review: WiiM addition fixes the wireless speakers' only minor issue By Simon Lucas last updated 19 September 25 Now with the WiiM streaming platform, the beautiful Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII is maturing into later life
KEF LSX II LT review: the best small hi-res wireless stereo speakers you can buy for the price By Simon Lucas published 27 January 25 KEF's mastery of the ‘all in two’ speaker system comes down to its keenest price so far.
Sonus Faber Lumina II review: Italian-made stereo speakers that deliver an engaging sound and an indulgent finish (if that's your bag) By Simon Lucas published 18 February 25 Sonus Faber has added an entry-level alternative to its wide-ranging catalog of balanced, rewarding stereo speakers that deliver a detailed and engaging sound.
Kanto Ren review: a powered speaker system that’s as smart-looking as it is smart-sounding By James Grimshaw published 17 December 24 Kanto’s new connects-to-everything stereo speaker system is a user- and ear-friendly triumph, bringing quality sound and AV functionality to a novel form.
JBL Bar 1000MK2 review: Big, bold sound in a supremely versatile package By Simon Cohen published 25 October 25 The Bar 1000MK2 perfectly adapts to any TV room with powerful, immersive sound. It’s not for everyone, but if you appreciate its strengths, there’s no other soundbar like it.
Ultimate Ears Everboom review: a very capable, jack of all trades Bluetooth speaker By Hamish Hector published 14 July 24 The Ultimate Ears Everboom is a solid Bluetooth speaker that's loud, very capable sonically, and surprisingly portable.
Marshall Heston 120 review: a stunning Dolby Atmos soundbar with amazing bass for an all-in-one By Harry Padoan published 3 June 25 Marshall’s first ever soundbar supplies quaking bass and awesome Atmos for movies, making it a top-tier all-in-one option.
I tested Audioengine's tiny wireless speakers with a beautiful design and surprisingly impressive audio performance By Steve May published 4 March 25 Compact, with a premium finish, the A2+ are easy on the eye – but they have limitations.
Tribit StormBox 2 review: a bargain Bluetooth speaker with big sound and decent battery life By Josh Russell published 23 October 24 It’s no five-star performer – but no other speaker available for this price sounds anywhere near this good.
This Bluetooth speaker’s battery life impressed me in testing, but it’s irredeemably bad in one vital respect By Andy Murray published 10 November 25 The AO mini portable wireless speaker offers relentless battery life but its tinny sound lacks bass and oomph
Cambridge Audio Evo One review: an exceedingly talented wireless speaker that sounds exquisite By Josh Russell published 19 February 25 Glorious Hi-Res sound, astounding features and modern design make this wireless speaker really shine.
I spent six weeks listening to the Samsung Music Frame and it kept missing the beat By Sharmishta Sarkar published 12 March 25 Samsung’s done well to hide a speaker in plain sight, but it needs to improve the soundstage if it wants the Music Frame to do well.
Gadhouse Duke & Roy review: a turntable and powered speakers combo that sounds like warm milk... and not in a good way By Simon Lucas published 29 January 25 The Gadhouse Duke & Roy turntable and powered speakers sound system struggles sonically, to the extent that all the kit still isn't really worth the affordable price.
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Pro Edition review: the best sound from a single wireless speaker at this price By Simon Lucas published 14 February 25 Big, expansive sound from a one-box speaker with an iconic design
Bose SoundLink Plus review: a difficult middle child in Bose's Bluetooth speaker lineup? Not. At. All. By Simon Lucas published 26 June 25 As Bose fills the gaps in its SoundLink range, is the Plus just a difficult middle child?
I reviewed the JBL Charge 6 Bluetooth speaker, and if you want big, high-quality sound for a great price, it's unbeatable By Simon Lucas published 30 September 25 What JBL doesn’t know about outstanding portable Bluetooth speakers doesn’t seem to be worth knowing. So with the latest JBL Charge does lightning strike [checks notes] a sixth time?
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 3rd Generation review: three is truly the magic number for this excellent portable speaker By Simon Lucas published 7 May 25 If three really is a magic number, the Beosound A1 3rd Gen is going to be quite a speaker – given how good the first two were…
Nothing Headphone (1) review: so close to being the best headphones debut I've ever seen, but so far By Matt Bolton published 1 July 25 Nothing's first wireless over-headphones deliver impeccable features, but we've got talk about the sound
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 review: a hit for heart-rate monitoring, stamina and fit, but the sound isn't perfect By Becky Scarrott published 26 February 25 Beats has done more than up its game with the Powerbeats Pro 2; the brand has actually made me reconsider what I prioritize in fitness buds – and it isn't sound quality.
Sony Bravia Theater Bar 6 review: good sound and big bass from a slim Dolby Atmos soundbar By James Holland published 5 July 25 The Sony Bravia Theater Bar 6 is a bit pricey, but it’s got good overall sound quality and great bass for a 3.1.2-channel system.
I tested Edifier's great-value new desktop monitor speakers and they exceeded all of my expectations By James Grimshaw published 27 October 25 The Edifier MR5 nearfield monitors are multifaceted boxes of joy, although they're a little too busy for their own good.
LG xBoom Bounce review: a rugged party speaker with plenty of 'boom' but not much 'pow' By Tom Bedford published 3 June 25 LG and will.i.am's xBoom Bounce Bluetooth speaker is big and beefy, but it's let down by an uninspiring performance in terms of sound quality.
I tested Cambridge's Evo 150 SE streaming amp and it is as high-performing a just-add-speakers system can possibly be, for this money By Simon Lucas published 26 August 25 Cambridge has dropped the ‘Audio’ and added the ‘SE’ to its Evo 150 music streaming amplifier – but what else has it done?
Sony ULT Field 3 review: a highly-durable, long-lasting Bluetooth speaker let down by disappointing audio quality By Harry Padoan published 30 June 25 I reviewed the Sony ULT Field 3 Bluetooth speaker and one fatal flaw prevents me from recommending it.
Bose SoundLink Flex Gen 2 review: a beautiful pint-sized party speaker with awesome audio By Harry Padoan published 7 December 24 Strong sound quality, a durable exterior and an attractive design make the Bose SoundLink Flex Gen 2 a great portable option.