Short answer: the Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II on measured sound quality, the Beats Pill 2024 on price. The Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II ranks #50 of 179 medium speakers, rated 3.6/5, at $299. The Beats Pill 2024 ranks #78, rated 3.3/5, at $99.95, $199.05 cheaper.
The Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II is the better-sounding choice. A premium 360 degree speaker that sounds the same from any spot around it, with a carry handle and long battery life. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Beats Pill 2024 lacks. Watch for: Overly boosted bass, warm sounding.
The Beats Pill 2024 is the longer-running, lighter choice. A compact waterproof speaker with long battery life, fast charging, a power bank port and stereo pairing. It is rated for 24 hours of battery against 17 for the Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II. At 1.5 lbs (680 g) it weighs noticeably less than the Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II at 2 lbs (910 g). It is rated IP67 against IP55 for the Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II. Watch for: Boosted upper bass, somewhat thuddy.
Buy the Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II when sound quality outweighs the price for you, and the Beats Pill 2024 when the price outweighs sound quality instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II | Beats Pill 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.00 | $99.95 |
| Ranked | #50 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #78 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Battery Life | 17 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP55 | IP67 |
| Power Input | Micro USB | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | No |
| Weight | 2 lbs (0.91 kg) | 1.5 lbs (680 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 3.2” x 6” x 3.2” (82 x 152 x 82 mm) | 8.6” x 2.8” x 2.8” (219 x 71 x 70 mm) |
| App | Bose Connect | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC |
| EQ | No | No |
| Drivers | 1x omnidirectional full-range transducer + 2x passive radiators (driver size undisclosed by Bose) | 2x drivers with dual passive radiators |
| Digital Aux Input | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Strap | No | Yes (lanyard) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | ~56Hz |
| Power Bank | - | Yes (USB-C) |
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