The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II is a mid-range Bluetooth speaker released in 2021, promising an immersive 360° design for indoor and outdoor use. Like some of the best-ranking speakers today, this device has an IP55-rated waterproof and dustproof design. It has a rechargeable battery and offers a remarkably wide and open soundstage, delivering immersive music. This unit gets loud enough to be useful at small gatherings and supports dual-device Bluetooth pairing. It weighs just 2 lbs and has a built-in handle. Continue reading our Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II speaker review and see how it compares with the most popular Bluetooth speakers on the market today.
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Updated Jan 25, 2024 6:27 PM
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Experts loved the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II Bluetooth speaker during testing, and they admired it for music, podcast, and outdoor use. They were delighted by its smartphone-based voice assistants, 360° design, and fairly loud performance. However, they were disappointed that this speaker lacks an EQ and has average battery life.
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Product Snapshot
Overview
The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II is a mid-range Bluetooth speaker released in 2021, promising an immersive 360° design for indoor and outdoor use. Like some of the best-ranking speakers today, this device has an IP55-rated waterproof and dustproof design. It has a rechargeable battery and offers a remarkably wide and open soundstage, delivering immersive music. This unit gets loud enough to be useful at small gatherings and supports dual-device Bluetooth pairing. It weighs just 2 lbs and has a built-in handle. Continue reading our Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II speaker review and see how it compares with the most popular Bluetooth speakers on the market today.
Consensus
our Verdict
Reviewers adored the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II, approving it for podcasts, music, and the outdoors. Experts at CNET lauded its waterproof, dustproof IP55 design. However, golf enthusiasts should check out our Bushnell Wingman review for a specialty golf-course model. Analysts from Tech Advisor UK hailed its 57.4Hz to 176.5 kHz frequency response range with a well-balanced -0.37 slope. The bass is okay for movies but not heavy enough for some EDM music enthusiasts. Featuring a 360° design and low 1.66 dB directivity index, this device has an excellent soundstage, although it lacks stereo. See our Bose Companion 2 Series III Multimedia review if you need stereo computer speakers. The Revolve+ works with various smartphone voice assistants. It has a good 62 ms iOS Bluetooth latency and 66 ms Android latency. Testers loved its speakerphone functions and good 87.0 dB maximum SPL, although the 3.44 dB DRC indicates some audio-quality deterioration at the maximum volume. The speaker has a sub-par 8.5-hour battery life and lacks a graphic EQ.
ReasonS to Buy
- 360° design with an excellent directivity index
- IP55 waterproof and dustproof construction
- Dual-device Bluetooth pairing with low latency
- Supports smartphone voice assistants
- High-quality, lightweight, compact design
Reason to Avoid
- Doesn’t have a graphic EQ
- So-so battery life
- Lacks built-in voice assistants
- Doesn’t support stereo
Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II Specs
 | Battery Life | 17 hrs |
 | Built In Microphone | Yes |
 | Charge Time | 4 hrs |
 | Depth | 3.2" |
 | Height | – |
 | IPX Rating | IP55 |
 | Smart App | Amazon Alexa app, Bose Connect, Google Assistant, Yes |
 | Speaker Pairing | Yes |
 | Water Resistant | Yes |
 | Wattage | 8W |
 | Width | – |
 | Wireless Range | 30 ft |
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Test Results
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| Battery Life (Hours) | 17.375 |
| Volume Output (dB) | 87.5 |
| Low End Roll Off (Hz) | 64.42 |
| High End Roll Off (Hz) | 6,450.796 |
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Product Comparison
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True Score | 83 | 78 | 83 | 84 |
Ranking | # 18 / 109 | # 75 / 109 | # 23 / 109 | # 5 / 109 |
Market Context |
The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II is a mid-range Bluetooth speaker released in 2021, promising an immersive 360° design for indoor and outdoor use. Like some… |
The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II has an 87.0 dB maximum SPL, getting louder than the Bose SoundLink Revolve II, which has an 84.3 dB maximum… The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II has an 87.0 dB maximum SPL, getting louder than the Bose SoundLink Revolve II, which has an 84.3 dB maximum SPL. The Revovle+ II also has a carrying handle, unlike the Revolve II. Although both devices support smartphone voice assistants, the Revolve II is better at understanding commands. See our Bose SoundLink Revolve II review for details about the Revolve II. |
With a more neutral 1.66 dB directivity index and 360° design, the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II provides a wider soundstage than the Bose SoundLink Flex,… With a more neutral 1.66 dB directivity index and 360° design, the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II provides a wider soundstage than the Bose SoundLink Flex, which features a 4.59 dB directivity index. However, the SoundLink Flex is better at understanding smartphone-based voice assistants than the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II. |
Featuring a 360° design, the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II provides a wider soundstage than the JBL Charge 5. However, the JBL speaker features a longer… Featuring a 360° design, the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II provides a wider soundstage than the JBL Charge 5. However, the JBL speaker features a longer 14.5-hour battery life than the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II. |
Battery Life | 17 hrs | 13 hrs | 12 hrs | 20+ hrs |
Built In Microphone | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Charge Time | 4 hrs | 4 hrs | 4 hrs | 4 hrs |
Depth | 3.2" | 3.2" | 2.06" | 3.67" |
Height | – | 6" | 3.56" | 3.76" |
IPX Rating | IP55 | IP55 | IP67 | IP67 |
Smart App | Amazon Alexa app, Bose Connect, Google Assistant, Yes | Bose Connect | Yes | JBL Portable |
Speaker Pairing | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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100.6Category Trust Rating
67The Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II is our favorite Bluetooth speaker. It delivers the best sound… Read MoreBy:
Michelle Powell
81.17Category Trust Rating
NRIf you’re on the fence between getting a smart speaker and a dumb speaker, the… Read MoreBy:
Sara Carbone
43.1Category Trust Rating
86Bose’s expensive SoundLink Plus is arguably the best-sounding Bluetooth speaker for its size. Read MoreBy:
John Panoryios
43.6Category Trust Rating
80The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ speaker delivers a strong Bluetooth audio experience in a portable, outdoor-friendly… Read MoreBy:
Lewis Leong
55.2Category Trust Rating
NRThe Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II Bluetooth speaker is Bose’s second-generation mode. Bose claims improved battery… Read MoreBy:
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36.25Category Trust Rating
85The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II is alright for music. Its fairly well-balanced sound profile makes… Read MoreBy:
Tim Gideon
