Speakers Reviews

Acoustic Energy AE Active

By Kashfia Kabir Published 14 July 26

Acoustic Energy’s updated active speakers boast 200W of Class A/B amplification in an all-analogue, well-integrated and superb-sounding design.

Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker

By Harry McKerrell Published 13 July 26

Despite some promise on paper, we’re struggling to figure out where Bose’s premium Lifestyle Ultra Speaker fits into the current wireless market.

Dali Sonik 5

By Ioan Hazell Published 8 July 26

On the hunt for compact, high quality floorstanding speakers? The compact Dali Sonik 5 might be exactly what you’re after.

Philips Fidelio FA3

By Harry McKerrell Last updated 1 July 26

Updated Philips’ active speakers offer ample features, including Bluetooth, HDMI ARC and optical inputs, but can their sound performance trouble the class leaders?

Graham Audio LS5/9

By Ketan Bharadia Published 29 June 26

The BBC-licensed Graham Audio LS5/9 still has plenty to offer despite the age of its design.

Fyne Audio Cubitt 5

By Ioan Hazell Published 26 June 26

Fyne Audio’s new active speakers pack Bluetooth, a phono stage, an HDMI input and more into a compact design, but how do they perform?

Dali Vega

By Andy Madden Published 7 June 26

Not yet rated

A wall-mountable, wireless wonder?

Wharfedale Diamond 12.3i

By Ketan Bharadia Published 1 June 26

Wharfedale’s new Diamond 12.3i remains the class leader among affordable floorstanders, even though it isn’t a clear step forward from its excellent predecessor.

Tribit Stormbox Micro 3

By Harry McKerrell Published 29 May 26

The Stormbox Micro 2 was one of our favourite budget Bluetooth speakers – can Tribit replicate its success for the third-gen model?

Cambridge Audio L/R S

By Kashfia Kabir Published 15 May 26

Cambridge’s first active speakers feature 50W per channel, Bluetooth, USB-C and a stylish, compact design at an attractive price – are they on to a winner?