A solid performer in every respect, this Sony misses a fifth star by a whisker

Looks good but the feel and the sound disappoint

The Pioneer X-HM70 offers functionality unheard-of in micros

Do-it-all AirPlay micro system is a good second-room proposition

Capable and fun to listen to, but not the best

Comprehensive spec sheet and impressive sound, though lacks a little oomph

Vastly improved over the original, but it still doesn’t excite us enough for five stars

The TEAC CR-H700DAB has Air-Play and wi-fi built-in, but it's not a complete all-rounder

Built-in wi-fi, AirPlay support and an integrated iPod dock – but no DAB tuner

This stylish music system has a jam-packed specification