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Every speaker we've measured, scored out of 10 on the same rig. Newest first.

Features & OpinionsApple's new HomePod mini 2 isn't very smart (yet)

5.6

Overall

Easy to use and great-sounding for its size, but the "smart" part of this smart speaker hasn't shown up yet.

Adam Birney1w ago

TestedValue3.5Connection5Build6Design6.5Features7

ReviewsSingcore S1 Pro review: Your next karaoke night gets an AI twist

7.1

Overall

Karaoke meets AI with this all-in-one entertainment system built for singing, streaming, and creating your own music.

Dave Carr2w ago

TestedValue6.5Portability7Build7Design7Features8

ReviewsI tested CMF’s milk carton speakers, and one is clearly the better buy

Was milk a bad choice? Two fun designs, but one left me wanting more.

Dave Carr2w ago

ReviewsI tested the JBL Pulse 6, and I have an $80 question

6.8

Overall

The Pulse 6 might be the most expensive nightlight I've ever used.

Dave Carr4w ago

TestedValue4Portability7Build8Design7Features8

ReviewsPSB iQ2 speaker review: A seriously capable pair of all-in-one powered speakers

The PSB iQ2 gives you a ton of ways to listen, with connections for just about everything.

Dave Carr1mo ago

ReviewsThe Sonos Beam Ultra might be all the soundbar you need

Overall

After using the Beam Ultra in a few very different rooms, I’m impressed by how much it can do on its own.

Dave Carr1mo ago

TestedValue7Connection8Build8Features9

ReviewsI listened to Sony’s new ULT TOWER MAX, and it made my leg hairs move

The ULT TOWER MAX is ridiculous in the best way possible.

Dave Carr2mo ago

ReviewsGoogle Home Speaker review: The AI hub that forgot it's supposed to be a speaker

Six years of waiting, and the audio is an afterthought.

Adam Birney4mo ago

TestedValue4Connection5Build6Design7Features8

ReviewsBose Lifestyle Ultra speaker review: Better than Sonos?

Overall

A compact premium smart speaker with impressive sound, wide streaming support, and room to grow into a full home audio system.

Dave Carr6mo ago

TestedValue7Connection9Build8Design8Features8

ReviewsBose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar review: Bose goes all in on home theater

Overall

A premium soundbar built for expansion.

Dave Carr6mo ago

TestedValue7Connection9Build8Design8Features8

ReviewsJBL Xtreme 5 review: Bigger, louder, and redesigned where it counts

Overall

With a new driver layout, more power, and built-in lighting, the Xtreme 5 feels like a real upgrade.

Dave Carr6mo ago

TestedValue7Connection8.5Portability7Build9Design8

ReviewsJBL Go 5 review: Small upgrades, same ultra-portable appeal

8.3

Overall

The JBL Go 5 sticks to what it does best: it’s a small, durable, grab-and-go speaker built for convenience, not power.

Dave Carr7mo ago

TestedValue8Connection8Portability9Build8.5Design8

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