Bose SoundLink Micro
Score: 77/100
JBL Flip 5
Score: 79/100Rankings
The JBL Flip 5 is a rugged, cylindrical Bluetooth speaker offering powerful 2-way audio, 12 hours of playback and IPX7 waterproof protection. Its PartyBoost feature enables easy multi-speaker pairing, though it lacks a mic and an aux input and is heavier than the smallest JBL models.
The Bose SoundLink Micro is a pocket-sized, IP67-rated speaker that offers surprisingly powerful sound and a built-in microphone, making it great for outdoor adventures. Its short battery life, Micro-USB charging and lack of aux input limit its convenience for longer sessions.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 hours | 12 hoursbest | |
— | 4,800 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.5 hours | 2.5 hoursbest |
9 metersbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 340 gbest | 544 g |
— | 20 wattsbest | |
— | 114 mmbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(2) | ||
USB‑C Port | false | true |
Built‑in Microphone | true | false |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 6 hours | 12 hours |
Charging Time (hours) | 3.5 hours | 2.5 hours |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 340 g | 544 g |
IP Rating | IP67 | IPX7 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Micro for its impressive full-bodied audio, robust IP67 construction and useful multi-speaker modes, while noting the high price, modest battery life and legacy Micro-USB charger as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the durability, sound quality relative to size and handy silicone strap, but frequently mention the lack of an aux input, short battery life and outdated charging port.
Professional reviewers praise the Flip series for balanced sound, USB-C charging and rugged durability, noting the loss of a microphone and lack of an AUX port as trade-offs.
Everyday users consistently applaud the Flip series for its punchy bass, rugged waterproof design, effortless Bluetooth pairing, and PartyBoost capability, while noting the missing microphone and occasional app glitches.
“very fantastic”
“Sounds amazing for how small it is”
“Love the strap - I clip it to my backpack all the time”
