Rankings
The Bose SoundLink Max is a large, powerful portable speaker offering 20 h of playback, IP67 durability and versatile connectivity, but its weight and lack of a microphone keep it from being a true all-in-one solution.
The Bose SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) is a rugged, compact speaker with IP67 protection, Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint, and up to 12 h of playtime. It excels in durability and adaptive sound but lacks a wired AUX input and advanced EQ controls.
The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II delivers powerful 360° sound, a long-lasting 17-hour battery, and IP55 resistance in a sturdy cylindrical design. It offers versatile connectivity but is heavy and still relies on a micro-USB charger.
The Bose SoundLink Color delivers clear, balanced audio in a compact, palm-sized package with up to 8 hours of playtime. Its lack of water resistance and modest bass keep it focused on indoor, on-the-go use.
The Bose SoundLink Plus offers premium 2-way audio, IP67 durability and a 20-hour battery, but its weight and lack of mic or aux input keep it from being ultra-portable. Ideal for outdoor gatherings where sound quality and ruggedness matter.
The Bose SoundLink Micro is a pocket-sized, IP67-rated Bluetooth speaker that delivers impressive, bass-forward sound for its size. It's rugged and includes a handy strap, but its short battery life and legacy charging port limit its appeal.
The Bose SoundLink Home is a premium indoor Bluetooth speaker that delivers rich, room-filling sound in a stylish, compact form. It offers USB-C charging and stereo pairing but lacks smart features and water resistance.
The Bose SoundLink Revolve (Series II) offers premium 360° sound and solid build quality with IP55 resistance, delivering up to 13 hours of playback. Its main drawbacks are the outdated micro-USB charging and lack of a carry handle.
The Bose SoundLink Revolve (Series II) delivers premium 360° sound and a solid build with IP55 resistance, offering up to 13 hours of playback. Its drawbacks are the outdated micro-USB charging, voice prompts, and lack of Wi-Fi streaming.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 hours | 20 hoursbest | 13 hours | 12 hours | 17 hours | 12 hours | 20 hoursbest | 9 hours | 8 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.5 hours | 5 hours | — | 4 hours | 4.5 hours | 4 hours | 5 hours | 4 hours | 3 hoursbest |
— | — | — | — | — | 52.5 mmbest | — | — | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 340 gbest | 1,529 g | 680 g | 590 g | 907 g | 662 g | 2,130 g | 929 g | 570 g |
1 metersbest | — | — | 1 metersbest | — | — | 1 metersbest | — | — | |
9 meters | 9.1 meters | 10 metersbest | 9 meters | 9 meters | 9 meters | 9 meters | 9 meters | 9.144 meters | |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | 0 months | 12 monthsbest | — | — |
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Battery & Power(2) | |||||||||
Battery Life (hours) | 6 hours | 20 hours | 13 hours | 12 hours | 17 hours | 12 hours | 20 hours | 9 hours | 8 hours |
Charging Time (hours) | 3.5 hours | 5 hours | 2.25-4 hours | 4 hours | 4.5 hours | 4 hours | 5 hours | 4 hours | 3 hours |
Warranty & Support(1) | |||||||||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months | 0 months | 12 months | — | — |
Connectivity(4) | |||||||||
Bluetooth Version | — | 5.4 | 4.1 | 5.3 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 5.3 | 5.3 | — |
Bluetooth Range (meters) | 9 meters | 9.1 meters | 10 meters | 9 meters | 9 meters | 9 meters | 9 meters | 9 meters | 9.144 meters |
Auxiliary Input | — | — | true | false | true | true | true | — | true |
USB‑C Charging Port | — | true | false | true | — | false | true | true | false |
Build & Design(3) | |||||||||
IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 | IP55 | IP67 | IP55 | IPX4 | IP67 | None | — |
Weight (g) | 340 g | 1529 g | 680 g | 590 g | 907 g | 662 g | 2130 g | 929 g | 570 g |
Material | Rubberized silicone | Silicone exterior, polycarbonate housing, powder‑coated steel grille, nylon utility rope loop | Aluminum, silicone, fabric | Aluminium, fabric, nylon, plastic, silicone, steel | Aluminum, silicone | Aluminum, silicone, stainless steel | Silicone‑wrapped steel cabinet | Aluminum, fabric, nylon, plastic, silicone, steel | rubberized |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Reviewers praise the Micro for its impressive audio and robust IP67 construction, while noting the high price, short battery life, and outdated Micro-USB charger as drawbacks.
Users love the durability, sound quality, and strap for outdoor use, but often complain about the lack of an aux input, short battery life, and the speaker sinking when fully submerged.
“very fantastic”
“Sounds amazing for how small it is”
“Love the strap - I clip it to my backpack all the time”
Pick the Flex 2 for rugged, outdoor scenarios; pick the SoundLink Home for indoor aesthetic appeal and richer bass.
Reviewers laud the balanced, high-fidelity audio and rugged build, while noting the missing microphone, lack of aux input and the speaker's heft.
Users praise the powerful sound and durability, but mention the heavy weight, poor button visibility and absence of a microphone.
Professional reviewers praise the premium 360° soundstage, robust build, and seamless app-based pairing, but note the lack of USB-C, missing handle, and Bluetooth latency as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the clear, omnidirectional sound and rugged design, while complaining about the micro-USB charger, missing handle, and occasional voice-prompt annoyance.
Professional reviewers praise the premium build, IP67 rating and Bluetooth 5.3 upgrade, while noting the unchanged hardware and limited EQ as drawbacks.
Users love the durability, floating ability and rich sound, but frequently mention the missing AUX jack and mushy buttons.
Reviewers laud the Revolve+ II for its room-filling 360° audio, robust IP55 build, and long battery, while noting the legacy micro-USB port, weight, and lack of built-in voice assistant as trade-offs.
Users consistently praise the immersive sound and battery life, but many criticize the micro-USB charging, the speaker's heft, and occasional voice-prompt annoyance.
Professional reviewers praise the balanced, lifelike 360° audio, deep bass, and premium build, but criticize the outdated Bluetooth version, lack of USB-C, and absence of Wi-Fi streaming.
Everyday users love the clear, omnidirectional sound and durability, but complain about the missing USB-C port, annoying voice prompts, and occasional Bluetooth lag.
Professional reviewers praise its powerful sound, durable build and advanced connectivity, while noting the missing mic and basic EQ as downsides.
Users love the loud, clear audio and long battery, but frequently mention the heavy weight and absence of a mic for calls.
Professional reviewers praise the SoundLink Home's audiophile-grade sound, deep bass, and premium minimalist design, while criticizing the omission of Wi-Fi, app integration, and voice-assistant support.
Everyday users love the looks and the way it sounds huge for its size, but complain about the missing app, modest 9-hour battery, and lack of a power adapter.
Professional reviewers commend the SoundLink Color for punching above its weight in audio performance, highlighting clear mids and treble, but note the lack of water resistance and modest bass as drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the big-sound feel, portability, and easy pairing, while commonly lamenting the missing speakerphone, limited bass, and short battery life at high volumes.
