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Enlaps Tikee 4: one-minute review

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Timelapse cameras are specialist devices designed to do one job, and that’s to capture timelapses over short and long periods, as long as months or even years, and in all weather and lighting conditions. There are a handful of these specialist models available, and one that's a definite contender to top our list of the best timelapse cameras is the Enlaps Tikee 4.

This rather strange-looking camera can capture up to 6K timelapse videos with a 220-degree view captured across two cameras and lenses. Photos are then combined into a video after you upload the image files to the myTikee website. What’s more, if the camera is connected to a Wi-Fi or LTE network you can control the camera, access images, and process timelapse videos remotely.

This is one of the easiest timelapse cameras to use, both in terms of capture and processing. The camera is point-and-shoot, so the most involved part of the capture process is setting up the project interval – and actually this is incredibly easy. Without Wi-Fi or LTE, you can connect to the camera using the Tikee Remote app over Bluetooth, although functionality is reduced compared to the other connection methods.

The Tikee 4 costs $2,215 in the US for the camera only. For UK and Australian buyers the Tikee 4 is priced in euros at €1,590, which converts to around £1,400 / AU$2,800 at the time of writing. The Tikee 4 Pack, which is a comprehensive kit including a hard case, mounting adaptors, a microSD card and other accessories, costs $3,169 or €2,298, which is around £2,000 / AU$4,000.

You’ll also need a myTikee subscription to take full advantage of the myTikee website, and the most useful option for most people costs $96 / €104 plus VAT per month.

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(Image credit: James Abbott)Enlaps Tikee 4 specsEnlaps Tikee mini+ specs

Type:

2x Sony 12MP 1/2.3-inch sensors

Lens angle of view:

220 degrees

Aperture:

f/2.8

Interval times:

5 sec–24 hours

Connectivity:

LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth

Camera dimensions:

7.87 x 7.87 x 2.76 inches / 200 x 200 x 70mm

Camera weight:

3.53lbs / 1.6kg

Enlaps Tikee 4: Design

• Compact considering its features
• Built-in solar panel
• Unique design

The Tikee 4 looks pretty much identical to previous models; it’s a tried and tested design that works, so it appears that Enlaps hasn’t felt the need to change it. It's a bold move in some ways, but why waste time redesigning the exterior when it’s the hardware itself that makes the difference? The overall design is unique, but it works extremely well, and it means the Tikee 4 can be left to work in even remote locations.

The overall design is simple, with the square 7.87 x 7.87 x 2.76-inch / 200 x 200 x 70mm body having two cameras on the two front corners of the camera body, and a solar panel on the top that can be left flat or angled for the best results. The design is simple, minimalistic even, with all operation via the Tikee Remote phone app or the myTikee website. The camera weighs 3.53lbs / 1.6kg, so it’s around the same weight as a full-frame mirrorless camera and standard zoom.

With this simple design, there are two buttons on the rear, a microSD card slot, a USB-C port, a micro SIM slot and a power connector. The power connector design makes it waterproof, and you can attach the Tikee 4 to the mains or to a larger, separately available Enlaps solar panel. All ports have rubber covers that maintain the weather resistance of the camera.

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The build quality is excellent, and the camera feels solid, as you’d expect for the price. It’s undoubtedly a high-quality product, offering IP66 weather resistance, which allows it to withstand even the harshest weather conditions. This is particularly beneficial, as the camera will spend most of its life outdoors. It can operate in temperatures between 14F / -10C and 122F / 50C.

Moving back to the camera design, other features on the camera body include a metal hoop to attach an anti-theft cable, a rubber square on the bottom so it can be positioned on flat surfaces without slipping, and a standard 1/4-inch screw thread for attaching the camera to any kind of support. For long-term projects, a mounting arm and an anti-theft cable are essential accessories, and these are included in the kit, making the Tikee 4 Pack an attractive option.

The internal battery has a 25,600mAh capacity, and Enlaps claims that without any solar input the Tikee 4 can take one photo every 15 minutes, 24 hours a day, for up to 36 days without any data transmission. With data transmission of photos uploaded to myTikee the battery lasts up to 12 days. In most situations, the solar panel would be charging the battery during daylight hours, so the operating duration could be indefinite.

Enlaps Tikee 4: Performance

• Fantastic image quality
• Panoramic field of view
• Easy to use

The Tikee 4 may be an odd-looking timelapse camera with its two cameras on each of the front corners of the square body, but each features Sony 12MP 1/2.3-inch sensors to produce a 220-degree horizontal and 90-degree vertical field of view. What’s more, you can capture panoramic views in up to 6K with dimensions of a whopping 7360 x 2650 pixels. Output is available at 1080p, 4K and 6K.

Timelapse intervals are available from five seconds to 24 hours in Long-term mode, and from five seconds to 45 seconds in Event and Burst modes. This allows you to capture both shorter- and longer-duration timelapse projects.

It’s for longer-term projects where the Enlaps Tikee 4 excels, thanks to remote access to the camera and images when connected to LTE or Wi-Fi networks. These connection options offer a much better experience than using just Bluetooth to connect the camera to the Tikee Remote app to set up projects.

Image quality is fantastic, and you can capture sequences in both raw and JPEG formats. With the former, this means you can optimize image quality using the raw-processing tools in software such as Adobe Lightroom. You do, however, have to output images in JPEG format in order to upload them to the myTikee website.

Enlaps Tikee 4 timelapse video

The camera is completely automatic, which makes timelapse capture incredibly simple, particularly with long-term projects during which light will constantly change. The downside is that backlit scenes can be forced into underexposure, so this is why, for the best results, capturing in raw and manually bulk-processing images is the best option. The camera also produces much better results in brighter conditions, like drones and action cameras with similarly small sensors.

Once you’ve captured your images from the left and right cameras, you then have to upload them to the myTikee website, where the images will be merged to create the 220-degree panoramic view, and video up to 6K can be output. In some situations you can see the stitch, and you’ll notice it in the example video above if you look closely. It’s minor, though, and it certainly doesn’t ruin timelapses.

The myTikee website is easy to use, but subscriptions aren’t cheap, and naturally add to the overall cost of owning and running a Tikee timelapse camera. The basic Capture subscription costs $45 / €54 per month plus taxes, while the intermediate and arguably most attractive subscription costs $96 / €104 plus taxes, and you can save 25% with an annual subscription. Alternatively, there’s a bespoke Enterprise option, with pricing available upon request. Without a subscription, I was able to output a basic 1080p video with a watermark.

Two add-ons are available. Storage costs $49 / €39 per month plus taxes and, as you'd expect, gets you more online storage for photo uploads, while AI Dashboard costs $99 / €89 per month plus taxes and delivers some clever analysis features. These include the analysis of a range of elements within scenes, such as vehicles and whether PPE is being worn.

Should you buy the Enlaps Tikee 4?Buy it if...

You need to shoot over months or years

The Tikee 4 is the ultimate timelapse camera for long-term timelapse projects thanks to long intervals, remote control and access alongside a built-in solar panel.

You require ease of use

Using the Tikee 4 to capture and my Tikee to combine photos into timelapse videos is unbelievably easy, so anyone can use the system.

Don't buy it if...

You’re not a timelapse pro

This is a specialist professional timelapse camera that really isn’t the best option for enthusiasts or casual users simply due to cost.

You’d prefer higher quality

To get the very best image quality, a mirrorless camera is the best option for capturing timelapses. However, you can’t leave them out in the elements for months or years like the Tikee 4.

How I tested the Enlaps Tikee mini+

• Tested using a Bluetooth connection
• Used to capture shorter timelapses
• Tested in a busy city

I tested the Tikee 4 in shorter bursts rather than for long-form timelapse capture, as testing it to the extremes of its potential for longer-term capture could take months.

I used my smartphone for Bluetooth connection rather than installing a SIM card for remote access to the camera. The Tikee 4 was tested in a busy city to capture as much movement in the scene as possible. It was also tested in low-light situations.

With nearly 30 years of photographic experience and 17 years working as a photography journalist, I’ve used many of the cameras and lenses that have been released in that time. As a working photographer, I aim to test cameras and lenses from a photographer’s point of view.

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Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 review: two-minute review

The Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 is a mid-range tablet with a bright, paper-like PaperMatte display, a solid chipset, and a seriously capacious battery. It has all the makings of a great tablet, right up until you come up against its fundamental flaw.

Let’s put a pin in that for now. The display is seriously impressive, capable of exquisitely detailed images with its 280 ppi pixel density. It’s also wonderfully bright, hitting a peak brightness of 1000 nits, and has impressive color reproduction that rendered the nature videos I watched with wonderfully punchy hues.

Pretty much the only criticism I have of the screen is that it’s a little too easy to scuff. After a few sketching sessions with the Huawei M-Pencil Pro (sold separately), the display had a few light scrapes across it, something I’ve not experienced when using the best tablets out there.

The performance of the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025’s Kirin T92B Octa-core processor and 12GB RAM is also genuinely impressive. While playing PUBG Mobile at max settings, I didn’t detect a hint of frame rate drops or latency, making it easy to take out my opponents. Meanwhile, no matter how many simultaneous apps I was running or tabs I opened, the tablet never seemed to experience any slowdown.

If you fancy lengthy gaming sessions or want to work on the go, the MatePad 12X 2025 offers a generous battery capacity of 10,100mAh. In practice, that was enough to stream 2.5K videos for almost nine hours straight, meaning you should have plenty of battery for a medium-haul flight or a full working day. And topping it up took hardly any time at all, thanks to its 66W charging – you should be able to go from 0% to 100% in around 75 minutes, which is fantastic.

Perhaps less exciting is the MatePad 12X 2025’s design. While it’s razor thin at 5.9mm and very comfortable to hold, it doesn't have the most adventurous styling, and it could be made of slightly more premium-feeling materials than its matte plastic. Both the included keyboard case and the M-Pencil Pro are well put together, though, with an ergonomic design and robust build.

Unfortunately, it’s time to return to that issue we put a pin in earlier. With ongoing restrictions around access to US-based apps, there’s a real paucity of apps available on Huawei’s devices. Much of the software you’ll want to use on a daily basis, from Netflix to Google Docs, simply isn’t available, really reducing the MatePad’s actual utility. In light of this, it's hard to recommend the tablet, even with some excellent first-party apps like its GoPaint drawing app.

I’d love to be able to give the MatePad 12X 2025 a glowing recommendation, as it has some real strengths. But the lack of mainstream apps available on Huawei’s tablet puts it at a real disadvantage compared to other devices. Fundamentally, you’ll be better off considering one of the best Android tablets instead.

(Image credit: Future)Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 review: specs

OS

HarmonyOS 4.3

Chipset

Kirin T92B, Octa-core

RAM

12GB

Storage

256GB

Display

12-inch IPS (2800 x 1840)

Weight

555g

Battery

10,100mAh

Charging

66W wired

Cameras

50MP rear, 8MP front

Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 review: price and availability

• Released September 19, 2025
• Costs £499
• Includes keyboard case but stylus is extra £39.99

Launched on September 19, 2025, the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 is available now in the UK. While its initial list price was £599, it’s already seeing reductions, with Huawei selling it direct for £499.

Unlike the Huawei MatePad 11.5 released in August 2025, the MatePad 12X 2025 includes Huawei’s keyboard case in the box, which is definitely a nice extra to have. Not included as standard is Huawei’s M-Pencil Pro, but if you buy it along with the tablet, it’ll cost you just £39.99, rather than its £129.99 list price, making it a bit of a bargain.

In terms of colorways, you get just two options: the mint green that we tested here and white.

(Image credit: Future)Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 review: display

• Crisp, 280 ppi resolution
• Seriously bright
• Gets marked easily

I have to say that, for a mid-market tablet, the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025’s display is pretty impressive. Its resolution can give the iPad Pro a run for its money: packing 2800 x 1840 pixels across its 12-inch screen, it’s capable of a 280 ppi pixel density, while Apple’s largest high-end tablet sits at 2752 x 2064 and 264 ppi. So while 4K videos didn’t look quite as crisp as on my TCL C8K TV, I was still pleasantly surprised by how much detail the 12X could reveal.

The sheer brightness of Huawei’s slate also made an impression on me. While its 1000-nit peak brightness can’t quite rival the iPad Pro’s 1600 nits, it leaves the iPad 11-inch (2025) quite literally in the shade with a brightness of just 500 nits. Putting the screen through its paces with some 4K BBC Earth videos on YouTube, I found it’s also capable of pretty punchy contrast and decent color reproduction. It might not be quite as lush and bold as the OLED displays of some slates these days, but it’s a looker nonetheless.

It’s certainly helped in this regard by Huawei’s PaperMatte screen tech. During most of my testing, I was using the MatePad 12X under bright, artificial lighting, and this thing just gulped down direct light, meaning I rarely had to worry about reflections marring my experience.

On top of this, the PaperMatte display’s etched glass was a treat to interact with, giving the screen a pleasingly tactile feel. It doesn’t feel quite as realistic to write and sketch on with Huawei’s M-Pencil stylus as dedicated writing tablets like the Kindle Scribe or ReMarkable – the nib slips more than I’ve experienced with these rival slates – but I still found it pleasant enough to sketch on. And at least this smoothness prevented the stylus from catching too much.

Really, my only criticism of the MatePad 12X’s display is how easy it is to mark. I’ve only used it for a couple of sketches so far, and there’s already a pronounced pen scuff visible on the screen when it’s powered down. These kinds of marks could easily build up over time, so if you were to buy the MatePad 12X, a screen protector would be a wise investment.

• Display score: 4 / 5

(Image credit: Future)Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 review: design

• Just 5.9mm thick
• Solidly built
• Not the most adventurous design

When it comes to its design, the Huawei MatePad 12X is inoffensive, almost to a fault. There’s nothing wrong with its matte plastic body or its two colorways – White and the mint-colored Greenery – per se, but a metallic build might have helped it feel just a touch more premium.

Fortunately, it is well put together, feeling substantial and sturdy enough in your hand while being light enough to hold easily. In fact, while it’s a shade heavier than the iPad 11-inch (2025), weighing in at 555g to 481g for Apple’s cellular model, it’s a little slimmer at the same time, measuring 5.9mm in depth rather than 7mm.

Huawei is reinventing the wheel here, but the MatePad 12X’s case is well designed. It follows the common mold of combining case, keyboard and stand all in one, but is flexible enough to suit every situation I was using it for. And its keys are pleasant to type on. Naturally, they don’t have the satisfying thunk of deeper travel keys, but at least they offer enough feedback that I never found touch typing on them to be a challenge.

One small oversight here compared to rivals like the iPad 11-inch (2025) or Microsoft Surface Pro 12 (2025) is that the case doesn’t include a trackpad. While I’d normally class this as a ‘nice to have’, you’ll probably only miss it when you want to crank through a lot of productivity and professional uses. And here the Huawei MatePad 12X has much bigger issues that dwarf the lack of a mouse input.

• Design score: 3.5 / 5

(Image credit: Future)Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 review: software

• Excellent first-party apps
• Too few familiar apps available
• Some unnecessary bloatware

Look. We all knew we'd have to have ‘the talk’ at some point. Most of you will be aware of the big challenge facing Huawei tablets by now, given they’ve been ongoing for over three years at this point. But it’s almost impossible to review Huawei devices objectively without bringing it up.

As a result of the Federal Communications Commission’s ban on Huawei in November 2022, many US-based brands no longer provide access to their apps on Huawei devices. Most notably, that includes the Google Play Store and full Google Suite, but it also affects the vast majority of apps you’ll be used to using.

Browsing the Huawei AppGallery, almost all of my go-to apps are absent. Spotify? Gone. Netflix? Gone. Facebook? Gone. Amazon? Gone. None of them are available as direct downloads. Although some are accessible as third-party APKs, this exposes you to potential security risks that downloading them directly wouldn’t. Sure, the odd app like Uber will fire up a browser version so you can still book a ride, but you’re still losing all the convenience that having an app installed on your desktop offers.

Inevitably, this also has a significant impact on the games that are available on the MatePad 12X. I probably spend more of my life playing mobile games than is strictly good for me, and yet, aside from PUBG Mobile and Candy Crush Saga, I barely recognized any of the other games on the Huawei AppGallery. The few I had heard of were those games you see advertised online with ads that don’t remotely reflect the gameplay, which didn’t fill me with confidence about digging through the charts at random.

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What’s frustrating about this is that it's entirely out of Huawei’s control and, in fact, the apps it does control are well-made and offer great features. For example, Huawei’s GoPaint app is a pretty great drawing app for something just bundled in with an operating system, feeling a lot like if ProCreate came preinstalled on your iPad. It’s packed with brushes and blending options, and I had no end of fun whipping up watercolor-style pictures on it.

Likewise, Huawei’s Notes app is seriously versatile. I could quickly create notebooks with every template I might need, from musical staves to SWOT analysis charts. Its handwriting-to-text feature isn’t flawless, but given the chicken-scratch I produce any time I scribble by hand, it did a pretty commendable job.

Not every app that comes installed on the MatePad 12X feels this essential, though; there’s still a lot of bloatware on this tablet. I’m definitely over brands trying to cram icons onto the homescreen just to make their devices feel full-featured. Even when, as here, many are just suggested downloads rather than files taking up space, it’s pretty annoying to have your screen crammed with junk you’re not interested in.

Ultimately, software continues to be Huawei’s Achilles’ heel. Despite some bright spots, there’s just not enough big-name apps on the MatePad 12X for me to shake the feeling that I’m missing out on all the fun other people are having on their tablets.

• Software score: 2.5 / 5

(Image credit: Future)Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 review: performance

• Decent chipset and RAM
• Handles multitasking without any slow down
• Games show no FPS drops or lag

The real shame about this lack of software is that, beneath the hood, the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 has some pretty decent power. Not only does it rock a Kirin T92B Octa-core processor, but it also packs 12GB RAM, the same amount of memory as our pick for the Best Android tablet, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus. But what does this all mean in the real world?

Well, first, I wanted to see how it fared with a range of productivity tasks. This wasn’t easy without full access to Google’s famously memory-hungry web apps, but I tried to open as many background tasks as possible. First, I loaded a couple of games and a couple of apps before opening the browser, where I opened a number of tabs, including Shein and Asos, several Reddit threads, a news site, and a 4K YouTube video. Once I started sketching in a free online photo-editing tool, I was pleased to see there wasn’t any significant slowdown.

Broadly speaking, the same seems to be true of games. Loading up PUBG Mobile and setting the graphics settings to maximum, I didn’t notice any significant FPS drops; every moment remained smooth and jitter-free. Meanwhile, there was no hint of lag or latency, making it easy for me to get the drop on most opponents I came across before they got me.

Using the Huawei M-Pencil Pro for various tasks, it became clear that it’s well worth the extra spend. It was always comfortable and easily manoeuvrable in my hand, and never so light that it felt flimsy or insubstantial. While sketching on apps like the GoPaint app, it was super responsive – there was no noticeable jitter or lag, and no obvious parallax between the stylus nib and the brushstrokes it created.

Probably the only area where the MatePad 12X 2025's performance is a little more mixed is its camera. It’s crisp and captures plenty of detail, but not quite as much as I’d expect from its 50MP lens. And while it’s not really fair comparing it to the iPhone 16 Pro I’m used to shooting on, I did feel some of the photos were lacking in the HDR pop I’ve come to expect. Ultimately, it’s not a bad camera, but as with any tablet, I doubt it’s going to become your go-to snapper.

• Performance score: 4 / 5

(Image credit: Future)Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 review: battery

• Huge 10,100mAh battery capacity
• Seriously fast 66W wired charging
• Can stream almost nine hours of 2.5K video

Huawei certainly hasn’t skimped on the battery in the MatePad 12X 2025. At 10,100mAh, it’s not quite as epic as the OnePlus Pad 3, with its 12,140mAh, but is pretty capacious all the same.

Trying to get a sense of how long it would last when really pushed, I set the MatePad 12X 2025 to stream continuous 2.5K videos and measured how much it depleted the battery. After seven hours, the battery had dropped down to 20%, suggesting that you should get around nine hours of continuous high-quality streaming from one charge. This is pretty competitive and not far off the 10 hours the iPad 11-inch (2025) offers.

Even better, topping it up is incredibly fast. Using a 100W charger – which is plenty to hit the Huawei’s 66W max – I popped the Huawei on to charge for an hour. In that time, it charged 78%, meaning you can expect it to be fully charged after around an hour and 15 minutes – that’s a truly absurd charging time, given its enormous capacity.

All in all, this means you’ll get a lot of use out of the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 before it falls flat, and you won’t have to wait long for it to spring back to life afterwards.

• Battery score: 4 / 5

(Image credit: Future)Should I buy the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025?

Attributes

Notes

Rating

Display

Bright, low-reflection screen with impressive pixel density. Colors and contrast are great, although some OLED screens pop more.

4 / 5

Design

Relatively unadventurous style but well-made, with a great keyboard case.

3.5 / 5

Software

Huawei’s first-party software is decent, but the lack of well-known third-party apps available make it hard to recommend.

2.5 / 5

Performance

Impressive performance, with its octa-core processor and 12GB RAM. Makes short work of multitasking and gaming alike.

4 / 5

Buy it if…

You want a bright, detailed display
With its shining brightness, super-crisp 280 ppi pixel density, and vivid colors, the MatePad 12X rocks a great screen – and that’s before you get to that reflection-killing PaperMatte display.

You’re seeking good performance
It’s not as powerful as an iPad Pro M5, but nothing I did could cause the MatePad 12X to break a sweat, whether I ran lots of simultaneous browser tabs or cranked game graphics up to maximum.

Don’t buy it if…

You want access to most mainstream apps
If you hate the idea of being unable to access Disney+, Instagram, Spotify or Google Drive, you’ll find the limited number of apps available on the MatePad 12X to be a deal breaker.

Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 review: also consider

Huawei MatePad 12X 2025

OnePlus Pad 3

iPad Air (2025)

OS

HarmonyOS 4.3

OxygenOS 15

iPadOS 26

Chipset

Kirin T92B, Octa-core

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite

Apple M3

RAM

12GB

12GB/16GB

8GB

Storage

256GB

256GB/512GB

128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB

Display

12-inch IPS (2800 x 1840)

13.2-inch 144Hz LCD (3392 x 2400)

11-inch / 13-inch LED (2360 x 1640 / 2732 x 2048)

Weight

555g

675g

460g / 616g / 617g

Battery

10,100mAh

12,140mAh

28.93Wh / 36.59Wh

Charging

66W wired

80W wired

Not disclosed

Cameras

50MP rear, 8MP front

13MP rear, 8MP front

12MP wide rear, 12MP ultrawide front

OnePlus Pad 3
If you’re looking for a tablet with similarly awesome workflow skills as the MatePad 12X but without all the restrictions on apps, the OnePlus Pad 3 is an excellent choice. Its Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset means it runs super-smooth, while multitasking features like the ability to divide the screen among three apps at once make it a productivity powerhouse. Read our full OnePlus Pad 3 review.

iPad Air (2025)
Yes, it’s a little bit pricier than the MatePad 12X 2025, costing from £599. But in return, it gives you access to Apple’s lightning-fast M3 processor, which offers outsized performance for your spend. Meanwhile, its display is at least as vibrant and contrasty as the MatePad’s, and it lets you access all the apps you love. Read our full iPad Air (2025) review.

How I tested the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025

• Tested it over a week
• Completed multiple performance tests
• Ran battery draining and charging tests

I tested the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 over the course of a week. To test out its software, I used all of its first-party productivity apps and multi-tasking features. I assessed the quality of its display by watching multiple 4K HDR videos and seeing how accurately it reproduced artwork in graphics apps.

To put it through its paces in terms of performance, I ran multiple apps simultaneously while opening a wide range of browser tabs, including video streaming and web apps, to see if I could detect any potential slowdown or performance issues. I also played multiple online games on max graphics settings to look for frame rate dropping and obvious lag.

When it comes to my personal experience, I’ve been testing and reviewing gadgets for many years. I’ve also spent a lot of my career using mobile devices and laptops for productivity purposes, and I’ve reviewed multiple graphics tablets, which has given me a lot of first-hand experience in assessing styluses and the color accuracy of displays.

• First reviewed: January 2026
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Edifier ES60: two-minute review

Elegant and Supreme. According to Edifier, those are the two words that define its ‘ES’ line of speakers. So, as you can imagine, my hopes were pretty high for the Edifier ES60 – a Bluetooth speaker that promises “immersive” and “high-quality 360-degree sound”.

And in some ways, it met my expectations. Especially in regard to its ‘Elegant’ side. Yes, this is a very nice-looking speaker. Its retro-style design – which is clearly pretty Marshall-inspired – is a hit, with its golden details, faux-leather casing, and appealing speaker grille winning me over.

Sure it’s not the lightest speaker in its size-class, and its IP66 waterproof rating has been outdone by many of the best Bluetooth speakers, but it’s still highly portable and able to withstand a good splashing.

I wasn’t totally convinced of the ES60’s supremacy, though, especially in the audio department. This is a solid-sounding speaker in general, with clear overall audio output and punchy enough bass. However, it lacks the nuance that many similarly priced rivals offer. Vocals don’t sound beautifully separated, and it's not as expressive or energetic as models like the JBL Flip 7. The treble is also a little overzealous, and sounds particularly harsh at higher volumes.

The ES60’s suite of features is also a bit of a mixed bag. I’m a fan of the customizable ambient lighting, USB-C audio passthrough compatibility, and inclusion of a built-in mic for hands-free calls. However, the EQ options are very basic, and there’s no custom option, which I would’ve used to temper that treble a touch.

Also, you only get nine hours of battery life from this model, which is underwhelming compared to much of the competition in this price range. For instance, the aforementioned Flip 7 can live for as long as 16 hours, and the Marshall Emberton III can go for up to 32 hours.

When you consider that the Edifier ES60 typically comes in at $199.99 / £119.99 / AU$199.99, it just doesn’t feel like great value for money. Rivals outdo it in too many crucial areas, including audio performance, battery life, and waterproofing. It’s still a solid speaker overall, with an especially eye-catching design, but unless it’s on sale, I can’t recommend it outright.

(Image credit: Future)Edifier ES60 review: price and release date

• $199.99 / £119.99 / AU$199.99
• Launched in March 2025

The Edifier ES60 launched in March 2025 as part of Edifier’s ‘ES’ line, which also includes models like the palm-sized Edifier ES20 and larger Edifier ES300. It typically sells for $199.99 / £119.99 / AU$199.99, but I have seen it going for less than $150 over on Amazon US on occasion. You can grab the ES60 in either Black or Ivory.

Edifier ES60 review: specs

Drivers

1x 18W mid-bass driver; 2x 8W tweeters

Dimensions

7.5 x 3.6 x 3.9 inches / 190 x 92 x 98mm

Weight

2.3lbs / 1kg

Connectivity

Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C

Battery life

9 hours

Waterproofing

IP66

(Image credit: Future)Edifier ES60 review: features

• Attractive customizable lighting
• Limited EQ options
• Nine-hour battery life isn’t great

Under the hood the Edifier ES60 has a fairly standard configuration for a speaker of its size. It’s packed with a single 18W mid-bass driver, alongside two 8W tweeters. That means you’re getting a maximum power output of 34W – similar to that of the JBL Flip 7, but quite a bit more than its main rival, the Marshall Emberton III.

So, how good does it sound exactly? I’ll get onto that later – let’s take a look at its list of features for now.

You get a lot of the usual stuff here, such as multi-point connectivity, dual-speaker pairing, and companion app compatibility. However, you do get a few neat extras, including a high-sensitivity microphone, which enables you to take hands-free calls. This even has integrated noise-cancelling technology, which can carve your voice out from busy surroundings.

Another notable inclusion is EQ settings, accessible via the Edifier ConneX app. In honesty, these are pretty basic. You get the default music tuning, alongside a game, movie, and outdoor calibration. There are no genre-specific alternatives, and there’s no custom tuning available. That last part is a real shame – if there’s a specific sound I’m aiming for, I always appreciate the option to implement it.

Another negative for me was the speaker’s battery life. It only delivers nine hours of listening, which just isn’t that much for a speaker in its size class. By comparison, the JBL Flip 7 delivers as much as 16 hours, while the Marshall Emberton III provides a colossal 32 hours.

It’s not all bad news, though. One of the best things about the Edifier ES60 is its integrated LED lighting. This emits from the underside of the speaker, and can shine onto a surface to create a bit of ambience. You can customize the color and effect of the lighting in the Edifier ConneX app, which is a nice touch. This can also be disabled entirely if you want to focus on conserving battery life.

You can also access wired audio via the speaker’s USB-C port, which opens up higher-resolution, more stable listening. That’s an enticing inclusion, and something that a lot of Edifier’s rivals skip on.

• Features score: 3.5/5

(Image credit: Future)Edifier ES60 review: sound quality

• Decent at mid volumes, with solid bass output
• But treble can sound a little overeager
• Not the best in terms of nuance and instrument separation

I absolutely adored the sound signature of the Edifier ES60’s smaller-sized sibling, the Edifier ES20, so I had pretty high hopes for this one. On top of that, Edifier itself claims that the ES60 plates up a “superior sound performance” with “deep, punchy bass”, so I was pretty excited to get into my listening test.

With I Just Wanna Stop by Gino Vannelli, the overall sound was fairly pleasant at mid-volumes, with clear vocals and well-balanced bass. However, I did sense that drums in the treble range were a tad overstated, which was only emphasized as I cranked up the loudness.

It was a similar sort of story in the more upbeat Keep the Fire Burning by Gwen McCrae – bass was tempered but clean, but those higher-pitched percussive elements were a little over-eager. Again, vocals were quite clear, but not beautifully separated. More generally, instrument separation isn’t incredible on the ES60 – it doesn’t feel as if every individual element can express itself fully.

After this, I tried something a little different, with the bass-heavy Fascinator by Max Dean. I was fairly impressed here, with the deep, pumping bass in the build-up sounding agile and decently regimented. Those highs were pretty aggressive again, and they could potentially get grating over long listening periods, but vocal chops in the midrange were balanced quite well, and didn’t sound obscured.

M-High’s 12 O.C Riddim was also handled pretty well. Bass gets very dark in this track, and although the ES60 couldn’t quite muster up the full-bodied low end might required to replicate that, it certainly produced a meaty effort. At higher volumes, though, bass does thin out quite a bit, and there’s very obvious compression – that treble goes from overzealous to shrill, and vocals lose tonal accuracy.

Another positive is that the ES60 sounds pretty good from every listening angle. I tried walking around our music testing space and office, and the speaker remained fairly consistent at all times.

But how does this model compare against the competition? Well, I tested the ES60 alongside the JBL Flip 7 – a speaker with a similar amount of power, and similar price (in the UK at least). And this comparison hammered home why the Flip 7 sits atop my guide to the best Bluetooth speakers.

The key difference I picked up on was the Flip 7’s ability to carve out vocals and bring them to the fore, creating a truly emotive listen. In Ned Doheny’s I’ve Got Your Number, strumming guitars were beautifully weighted on the Flip 7 and sounded as if they occupied their own pocket, while soulful vocals came through with clarity and direction. The ES60 delivered a more one-note performance, which never sounded harsh or unpleasant – it just lacked the nuance of JBL’s speaker.

Meanwhile, Love At First Sight - Kid Creme Vocal Dub by Kylie Minogue just had a bit more energy and drive on the Flip 7, a speaker that ultimately surpasses the ES60 in terms of control, instrument separation, and expressiveness. So, even though Edifier’s speaker sounds solid overall – especially in the low end – I just don’t think its audio performance can stack up to some big-name rivals.

If the ES60 had a custom equalizer or even some more presets to play around with, it may well be able to compete more effectively, but as I mentioned in the ‘Features’ section, the options at your fingertips are very limited.

It’s also worth flagging that this model only supports the most basic SBC audio codec – there’s no fancy stuff like LDAC or aptX Adaptive on-board, and not even any love for AAC. That means you won’t get the most insightful, high-resolution listen around if you’re streaming over Bluetooth.

• Sound quality score: 3.5/5

(Image credit: Future)Edifier ES60 review: design

• Appealing retro-style aesthetic
• Decent IP66 waterproof rating
• Pretty solid feel

The category in which the Edifier ES60 arguably excels the most is design. Sure, it’s clearly inspired quite a bit by Marshall’s Bluetooth speakers, in particular, the Emberton line, but Edifier has pulled off the retro style nicely here.

It’s got an attractive speaker grille, faux-leather casing, and golden details, which help it stand out from much of the crowd. You can also grab this model in either Black or Ivory, and both colorways complement the speaker’s luxury look beautifully.

On the top side, this model has a simple and effective array of buttons, which allow you to adjust lighting, playback, or power in an instant. You’ll also find a USB-C port on the reverse side of the speaker, which can be used to charge it up or access wired audio.

Earlier, I discussed the speaker’s LED lighting, which conjures up a little bit of ambience for immersive listening sessions, and is customizable in the Edifier ConneX app.

So, I’m a big fan of the layout and look of the Edifier ES60, but how does it fare in terms of practicality? Well, not too badly. First of all, it's not the lightest of speakers, coming in at around 2.3lbs / 1kg. However, it’s just about small enough to carry around one-handed, and there’s a fabric strap included if you’re traveling a short distance.

The ES60 is also IP66-rated, meaning that it’s fully dustproof, and able to withstand powerful jets of water from multiple directions. That rating is decent overall, but a lot of the competition goes further, with the JBL Flip 7, for instance, holding an IP68 rating, making it able to survive a dunking under 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes.

Still, this is a solidly built model, and should survive the odd drop when you’re out and about. Combine that with its swell look, and the Edifier ES60 nets plenty of points in the design department.

• Design score: 4.5/5

(Image credit: Future)Edifier ES60 review: value

• Fairly pricey, especially in the US
• Better value rivals out there
• Still, by no means a bad speaker

Though the ES60 exceeded in the last category, it falls a little flat in terms of value. It’s quite a pricey model, coming in at $199.99 / £119.99 / AU$199.99. That’s especially pricey for the US buyers out there, although I have seen it going for a bit less from time to time – it’s actually selling for around $149.99 on Amazon US.

Even so, that’s quite a bit to shell out on a speaker of this size, especially when you consider the imperfect audio quality and feature-set on offer. Don’t get me wrong, this is a nice-looking speaker, and it doesn’t sound bad by any means, but the competition is just too hot.

Take the JBL Flip 7, for example. It's regularly available for less than the Edifier ES60, plus it sounds better, has superior waterproofing, and offers much more playtime. Even the Marshall Emberton III – which this speaker draws inspiration from – delivers great audio, stereo sound capabilities, and an even more luxurious look.

As a result, the Edifier ES60 isn’t the value marvel of its sibling, the Edifier ES20 – and until it gets a juicy sale, I won’t be able to recommend it outright.

• Value score: 2.5/5

(Image credit: Future)Should I buy the Edifier ES60?

Attributes

Notes

Rating

Features

Neat built-in mic and lighting, but poor EQ options and battery life.

3.5/5

Sound quality

Decently clear with solid bass, but lacks nuance and treble gets overexcited.

3.5/5

Design

Appealing aesthetic, well-built, IP66 rating isn’t too bad.

4.5/5

Value

By no means a bad speaker, but it can’t keep up with the competition in this price category.

2.5/5

Buy it if...

You want a speaker that’s also a statement piece
The best thing about the Edifier ES60 is its retro-style aesthetic, which makes it a real standout pick. Its golden details, neat speaker grille, and faux-leather casing make for a great combo, as we’ve seen with Marshall’s Bluetooth speakers, too.

You’re looking to enjoy an ambient listening experience
Another thing that makes the ES60 special is its integrated LED lighting. This can be customized in the Edifier ConneX app, and helps to create a more atmospheric, ambient listening experience.

Don't buy it if...

You want the best sound quality
When comparing the ES60 with the similarly powerful JBL Flip 7, the latter just operated at a new level in terms of audio quality. Unfortunately, the ES60 lacks the nuance, energy and control to compete with the best of the best in its size and price category.

You don’t want to charge your speaker too much
The ES60’s nine-hour battery life isn’t very impressive, and a whole lot of rivals outdo it for playtime. The two speakers I’ve listed below, for example, are far better choices if you don’t want to charge your audio companion all too regularly.

Edifier ES60 review: also consider

Edifier ES60

Marshall Emberton III

JBL Flip 7

Price

$199.99 / £119.99 / AU$199.99

$159 / £159 / AU$289

$149 / £129 / AU$179

Drivers

1x 18W mid-bass driver; 2x 8W tweeters

2x 10W full-range drivers, 2 passive radiators

1x 45 x 80mm mid/bass 'racetrack' driver, 1x 16mm tweeter

Dimensions

7.5 x 3.6 x 3.9 inches / 190 x 92 x 98mm

6.3 x 2.7 x 3 inches / 160 x 68 x 76.9mm

2.8 x 7.2 x 2.8 inches / 70 x 183 x 72mm

Weight

2.3lbs / 1kg

1.5lbs / 0.7kg

1.2lbs / 0.6kg

Connectivity

Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C

Bluetooth 5.3

Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C

Battery life

9 hours

32 hours

16 hours

Waterproofing

IP66

IP67

IP68

Marshall Emberton III
It only seems right to include the Emberton III here, as it's clearly a point of inspiration for the Elegant Superb 60. We really rated this speaker, thanks to its pleasantly balanced sound, incredible battery life, and gorgeous looks. It’s certainly a better performer than Edifier’s speaker – it just doesn’t have the integrated lighting. Read our full Marshall Emberton III review.

JBL Flip 7
I’ve mentioned the JBL Flip 7 multiple times already, but for good reason. It’s simply the best value-for-money Bluetooth speaker on the market, with S-tier waterproofing, an attractive cylindrical design, and almost unfathomably good sound for such a small cylinder. If you’re going to buy one speaker in this price range, the Flip 7 would be my top recommendation. Read our full JBL Flip 7 review.

How I tested the Edifier ES60

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• Tested over the course of one week
• Mainly used in the music testing space at Future Labs
• Predominantly tested using Tidal

I spent hours upon hours testing out the Edifier ES60, listening to a ton of music and fiddling around with its various features. During my time testing it, I tried all of its light customization and EQ options, and made sure to try it in a variety of settings.

For the most part, though, I used the ES60 in the music testing room here at Future Labs. When listening to tunes, I went through the TechRadar testing playlist, which features tracks from a range of genres. But I also sifted through a bunch of songs from my personal library – mainly via Tidal, but sometimes on Spotify instead.

More generally, I’ve reviewed dozens of speakers, headphones, earbuds, soundbars, and more here at TechRadar, where I have a particular focus on audio-visual technology. I’ve tested most of the ES60’s competition, so I know what it takes for a speaker to stand out in a highly convoluted market.

• First reviewed: January 2026
• Read more about how we test