Short answer: the Teufel Rockster XS. It ranks #31 of 136 medium speakers by sound quality; the Bose Soundlink Revolve ranks #48.
On the Bose Soundlink Revolve side: True 360° sound stays consistent no matter where you stand around it, unlike most portable speakers. Watch for: Not stereo. Strange sizzling treble, peaks and dips.
What the Teufel Rockster XS gets right: A good sounding speaker. The tradeoff: Not quite as deep of bass as others.
One note: the Bose Soundlink Revolve is discontinued, but it still ranks #48 of 136 medium speakers by sound quality, ahead of most of what is still sold new, so it is worth considering used.
Buy the Bose Soundlink Revolve if the price matters more than sound quality. Buy the Teufel Rockster XS if sound quality matters more than the price.
If water resistance matters to you, the Teufel Rockster XS at IPX7 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the Bose Soundlink Revolve at IPX4 (splashing).
Specifications Side By Side
| Bose Soundlink Revolve | Teufel Rockster XS | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $220.00 Discontinued | €180 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #48 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #31 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 60Hz | - |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 64.5Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | - |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) | - |
| Power Input | Micro USB | - |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | No |
| TWS | Yes | - |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs / 660 g | 1.6 lbs / 720 g |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 4.0 |
| Dimensions | 3.2" x 6" x 3.2" (82 x 152 x 82 mm) | 2.7" x 3.4" x 7" (69 x 86 x 178 mm) |
| App | Bose Connect | - |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | aptX |
| EQ | No | - |
| Drivers | 1x omnidirectional full-range transducer (~45mm) + 2x passive radiators | 65mm woofer + 20mm tweeter |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX7 |
| Discontinued | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Power Bank | - | Yes (USB-A) |
| Output Power | - | 32W |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Bose Soundlink Revolve: $220.00 Discontinued Amazon
Pros: True 360° sound stays consistent no matter where you stand around it, unlike most portable speakers.
Cons: Not stereo. Strange sizzling treble, peaks and dips. Overly boosted boomy bass at 75hz. Discontinued.
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| App | Bose Connect |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 60Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 64.5Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.2" x 6" x 3.2" (82 x 152 x 82 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 1x omnidirectional full-range transducer (~45mm) + 2x passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Omnidirectional | Yes |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs / 660 g |
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Teufel Rockster XS: €180 Discontinued
Pros: A good sounding speaker.
Cons: Not quite as deep of bass as others. Only available in Europe. Discontinued.
Full Teufel Rockster XS review and specifications →
| Aux Input | Yes |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 2.7" x 3.4" x 7" (69 x 86 x 178 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 65mm woofer + 20mm tweeter |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 32W |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Weight | 1.6 lbs / 720 g |
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