Tribit StormBox Micro 2
Score: 73/100
Bose SoundLink Flex
Score: 79/100Rankings
The Bose SoundLink Flex combines IP67 durability with PositionIQ adaptive sound and up to 12 hours of playback, featuring a built-in mic and party-mode capabilities. Its modest bass and occasional short battery life are trade-offs. Suited for outdoor adventurers who value smart features and ruggedness.
The Tribit StormBox Micro 2 is an ultra-compact, IP67-rated Bluetooth speaker delivering 9 W RMS of clear sound with up to 8 hours of playback. Its modest SPL, single-direction sound and lack of advanced app features limit its use in larger venues. Ideal for hikers, cyclists and travelers who need a rugged, pocket-sized speaker.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 hours | 12 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 454 gbest | 590 g |
— | 50.8 mmbest | |
2,600 mAhbest | — | |
9 Wbest | — | |
30.48 mbest | 9 m | |
| ↓ lower better | 300 minutes | 240 minutesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 8 hours | 12 hours |
Charging Time (minutes) | 300 minutes | 240 minutes |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Range (m) | 30.48 m | 9 m |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 454 g | 590 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 42.9 x 98.3 x 98.3 mm mm | 71.1 x 218.4 x 120.7 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers consistently commend the StormBox Micro for its crystal-clear 9 W output, robust IP67 build and ultra-portable form factor, but note its modest 93 dB max SPL and lack of advanced features such as an EQ app or power-bank mode.
Everyday users praise the speaker's tiny size, durability and surprisingly good sound, especially for bike rides, showers and quick outdoor trips, while complaining about weight variations and limited maximum volume.
“Small but powerful volume and terrific sound quality”
“easy to carry, sounds great for its size”
Professional reviewers consider the SoundLink Flex a solid, well-balanced portable speaker with premium build quality and useful features like PositionIQ and SimpleSync, but they criticize its modest bass, lack of true stereo without a second unit, and battery life that falls short of the advertised claim.
Everyday users generally appreciate the speaker's ruggedness, portability, and clear sound for its size, while repeatedly mentioning shorter-than-advertised battery life and the need for a second speaker to achieve true stereo as the main drawbacks.
