Short answer: the Tribit Stormbox Pro. It ranks #40 of 136 medium speakers by sound quality at $90; the Bose Soundlink Revolve ranks #48 and costs $220, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
The case for the Bose Soundlink Revolve: True 360° sound stays consistent no matter where you stand around it, unlike most portable speakers. The catch: Not stereo. Strange sizzling treble, peaks and dips.
On the Tribit Stormbox Pro side: 24 hour battery life (60% volume, XBass off); doubles as a power bank. Watch for: Bottom woofer was fixed in a later firmware, upgrade for best sound.
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 Tribit Stormbox Pro. It ranks higher for sound quality than the Bose Soundlink Revolve and costs less, so there is no real case for the other one.
If battery life is a priority, the Tribit Stormbox Pro is rated for 24 hours versus 12 hours for the Bose Soundlink Revolve.
If water resistance matters to you, the Tribit Stormbox Pro at IPX7 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the Bose Soundlink Revolve at IPX4 (splashing).
Specifications Side By Side
| Bose Soundlink Revolve | Tribit Stormbox Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $220.00 Discontinued | $90 |
| Ranked | #48 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #40 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 60Hz | 58Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 64.5Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | - |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs / 660 g | 2.2 lbs / 980 g |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 3.2" x 6" x 3.2" (82 x 152 x 82 mm) | 3.8" x 3.8" x 7.1" (96 x 96 x 180 mm) |
| App | Bose Connect | - |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | aptX |
| EQ | No | - |
| Drivers | 1x omnidirectional full-range transducer (~45mm) + 2x passive radiators | 76mm subwoofer, 2x 40mm full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX7 |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Max Volume | - | 99dB |
| Frequency Response | - | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Output Power | - | 40W |
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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.
Full Bose Soundlink Revolve review and specifications →
| 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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Tribit Stormbox Pro: $90 Amazon
Pros: 24 hour battery life (60% volume, XBass off); doubles as a power bank. IP67 rated. Multi-point Bluetooth 5.3 pairing.
Cons: Bottom woofer was fixed in a later firmware, upgrade for best sound. Peaky mids, highs rolled off. Not technically a 360 speaker, only front and rear.
Full Tribit Stormbox Pro review and specifications →
| Aux Input | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 58Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.8" x 3.8" x 7.1" (96 x 96 x 180 mm) |
| Drivers | 76mm subwoofer, 2x 40mm full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 99dB |
| Omnidirectional | Yes |
| Output Power | 40W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs / 980 g |
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