Doss SoundBox XL
Score: 76/100
Bose SoundLink Flex
Score: 71/100Rankings
The DOSS SoundBox XL is a budget-friendly speaker offering 32 W output and strong bass with up to 10 hours of playtime. Its weight and lack of water resistance make it less suited for on-the-go outdoor scenarios. Ideal for indoor gatherings where power and bass matter more than portability.
The Bose SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) is a compact, IP67-rated speaker with PositionIQ technology and up to 12 hours of battery life. It sacrifices true stereo sound and deep bass, and real-world battery life can fall short of claims. Best suited for travelers seeking a durable, portable speaker with smart features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 12 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,361 g | 590 gbest |
32 Wbest | — | |
2,200 mAhbest | — | |
50.8 mmbest | 50.8 mmbest | |
10 mbest | 9 m | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 240 minutesbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 8-10 hours | 12 hours |
Charging Time (minutes) | 150-240 minutes | 240 minutes |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 1361 g | 590 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 300×132×66 mm mm | 218x71x121 mm |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.3 |
Bluetooth Range (m) | 10 m | 9 m |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consistently praise the SoundBox XL for delivering high-end-level sound and bass at a low price, noting its stable Bluetooth 4.0 connection, generous 32 W output, and respectable 8-10 hour battery life. The fast charging via the included 12 V adapter is also highlighted, though the lack of waterproofing and a proprietary charger are noted as minor drawbacks.
Everyday owners rave about the powerful, distortion-free bass and the convenience of playing music directly from a microSD card, while also valuing the long battery life for all-day events. Recurring complaints focus on the non-standard power adapter and the speaker's weight, which make transport less convenient, and the absence of any water-resistance rating.
Professional reviewers consider the SoundLink Flex a solid, well-balanced portable speaker with premium build quality and useful features like PositionIQ and SimpleSync, but criticize its modest bass and lack of true stereo.
Everyday users generally appreciate the speaker's ruggedness, portability, and clear sound, while noting shorter-than-advertised battery life and the need for a second speaker for true stereo.
