In 2017, the smart speaker market reached a significant milestone. Global sales of smart speakers approached nearly 30 million units, representing a more than fivefold increase compared to the previous year. With tech giants like Alibaba, Google, and Amazon entering the scene, the popularity of smart speakers began to rise rapidly.
This year, during the Double Eleven shopping festival, Tmall’s Lynx Genie exceeded one million units in sales, surpassing many expectations. However, within the domestic smart speaker market, Tmall Genie is not the only player. Another smart speaker has also captured consumer attention.
That’s Rokid Pebble Ruoshi Yueshi Wireless Bluetooth Smart Speaker. Let’s take a closer look at what makes these two devices stand out.
**1. Design**
When it comes to product design, aesthetics and functionality are key. Let’s start by comparing the visual appeal of these two smart speakers.
The Rokid Pebble Ruoshi Yueshi features a rounded, pebble-like design that is compact and lightweight, making it highly portable. The top surface is made of matte aluminum, while the bottom half uses a dual-layer fabric finish, giving it a strong sense of durability.
The slightly tilted control panel on top helps direct the microphone toward the user, improving voice recognition range and making physical button operations more convenient. Its sleek, modern design appeals to younger users, and the middle light band can change based on different scenes and applications. It includes four physical buttons: power, volume up, volume down, and mute. This level of detail and functionality sets it apart as one of the most value-packed smart speakers available.
In comparison, the Tmall Genie has a traditional cylindrical shape with a touch-sensitive top button. Its upper part has a soft, skin-like coating, while the lower half has a more industrial look. The Tmall Genie uses a dedicated charging port, whereas the Pebble Ruoshi Yueshi has a built-in 5000mAh battery for greater convenience. Additionally, the Pebble Ruoshi Yueshi uses a Type-C interface, supporting fast charging protocols and allowing for easier charging with a wide range of cables.
**2. Intelligent Interaction**
As a smart speaker, the “smart†aspect largely determines its value. If it fails to respond accurately to commands, even the best design won’t make it appealing.
Tmall Genie allows users to scan a QR code on the device to download the app, while the Rokid Pebble Ruoshi Yueshi requires scanning a manual QR code. Once connected via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, the Rokid assistant offers a more engaging experience. For example, saying “If you’re lucky, I’m back!†might prompt a response like, “You’re back and tired? Qi will help you relax.†Users can then ask for relaxing music, and the speaker will play it. It also supports custom wake-up words, allowing users to set any name they prefer.
Additionally, it supports multi-turn conversations. For instance, after asking about the weather in a city, the speaker can understand follow-up questions without needing to be woken up again. It learns from user habits and provides personalized services over time.
Tmall Genie, powered by MediaTek and Alibaba’s semantic engine, performs well in common home tasks, such as ordering food or checking delivery status. However, its personality and interactive features are slightly less engaging compared to Rokid’s.
Rokid also introduces fun games like “One Night Werewolf,†which is the first multiplayer game based on voice interaction. Players can say, “Ruo Qi, start a werewolf kill,†and the speaker will guide them through the game, making it an enjoyable family activity that Tmall Genie does not offer.
**3. Sound Quality Experience**
Of course, sound quality is essential for a speaker. The Rokid Pebble Ruoshi Yueshi features a four-way speaker system with a spherical design that enhances sound dispersion. This results in improved live music performance, with clear mid-high frequencies and a spacious soundstage—reaching a level close to Bose Mini. While it sacrifices some low-frequency depth to prioritize voice command accuracy, it still delivers excellent audio for classical music lovers.
On the other hand, the Tmall Genie offers solid low-frequency performance, rich mid-range, and extended high frequencies. Its sound is powerful and full, though not particularly unique.
**Conclusion**
Both smart speakers have their strengths. The Rokid Pebble Ruoshi Yueshi excels in design, sound quality, and interactive entertainment, while the Tmall Genie offers a more affordable option. Choosing between them depends on your preferences and home setup.
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