Bose Speaker Rankings and Reviews

Coverage note. Speaker Ranking currently covers 18 Bose models across portable bluetooth speakers, powered speakers, pa speakers, passive speakers and subwoofers. These are the products in our database, not a complete list of everything Bose makes.

What this page covers. The Bose models ranked here span portable bluetooth speakers, powered speakers, pa speakers, passive speakers and subwoofers, including Bose SoundLink Max, Bose Soundlink Flex 2nd gen and Bose Soundlink Flex. Use each model’s category position to compare it with alternatives of the same size and use case.

This page lists all 18 Bose speakers ranked on this site across portable bluetooth speakers, powered speakers, pa speakers, passive speakers and subwoofers. Each model is shown in the category where it competes, with its current rank and the size of that ranking.

Use the category position rather than the brand name alone: speakers from the same manufacturer can perform very differently by size, price and product family.

Prices on this page were last checked October 1, 2026 at 6:23 PM UTC. Product prices and availability are accurate as of that date/time and are subject to change; the price and availability shown on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.

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Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers
Battery-Powered PA Speakers
Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)
Discontinued Bose Models

Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #18 of 49 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose Soundlink Micro 2: $129.00 Amazon eBay

Older model: the Bose Soundlink Micro (ranked lower, rated 3.5/5).

Pros: IP67 rated, survives a 1m dunk for 30 minutes. Compact fabric strap for clipping to bags/bikes: replaces the 1st-gen’s hook clip, which was prone to breaking. USB-C charging. Surprisingly good bass when mounted outdoors, like on a bike.

Cons: Lack of clarity. Overly boosted bass that causes some thudding, and can overdrive/distort at higher volumes: worse in this regard than the 1st-gen model. Overly boosted treble, turn down bass and treble in the EQ. Falls clearly behind the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 on bass depth, cleanliness, and loudness.

Full Bose Soundlink Micro 2 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	AAC, aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.4
Built-in Microphone	No
Charging Time	3 hours
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	4.1” x 4.1” x 1.7” (104 x 104 x 43 mm)
Drivers	40mm full-range driver with passive radiator
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	IP67
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Bank	No
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
Strap	Yes (built-in strap)
TWS	Yes
Weight	0.7 lbs (329 g)

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Ranked #19 of 49 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose Soundlink Micro: $82.00 Amazon eBay

Newer model: the Bose Soundlink Micro 2, ranked higher, rated 3.6/5.

Pros: Bose Soundlink Micro uses 40mm with dual passive radiators. Its 289 g, claimed 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) battery life, IP67 protection, up to 90dB and mono playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use. A rugged rubberized coating, a strap and Bose Party mode for pairing multiple speakers. Measured bass extension of 66Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Bass is limited by its 66Hz specification. No EQ adjustment.

Full Bose Soundlink Micro review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	5W
App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	66Hz
Battery Life	6 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Latency	50ms
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Charging Time	3 hours
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	3.9” x 3.9” x 1.4” (98 x 98 x 35 mm)
Drivers	40mm with dual passive radiators
EQ	No
IP Rating	IP67
Maximum SPL	90dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews)
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Bank	No
Power Input	Micro USB
Stereo	No
Strap	Yes (built-in strap)
TWS	Yes
Weight	0.6 lbs (289 g)

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Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #35 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose Soundlink Flex 2nd gen: $159.00 Amazon eBay

Older model: the Bose Soundlink Flex (ranked lower, rated 3.8/5).

Pros: A very portable 586g, IP67-rated speaker with a clear, well-balanced midrange that keeps voices and instruments intelligible. The second generation adds a Bose app with 3-band EQ, better-placed controls and stereo pairing with another Bose Soundlink Flex 2nd gen. It supports AAC and aptX Adaptive in addition to SBC, making it a stronger wireless option than most small rivals.

Cons: One Flex remains mono and cannot deliver genuine low-bass rumble; RTINGS also found the elevated treble can turn hi-hats and other high-frequency detail piercing. The claimed battery life is only 12 hours, and some owners report accelerated standby drain after firmware updates. It is expensive for its size, so the added app and codec support, not a transformational sound upgrade over the original, are the main reasons to choose it.

Full Bose Soundlink Flex 2nd gen review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive
Bluetooth Version	5.3
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	7.9” x 3.5” x 2” (201 x 90 x 52 mm)
Drivers	60mm full-range driver with passive radiators
EQ	Yes (3 band)
IP Rating	IP67
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
Strap	Yes (built-in loop)
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.3 lbs (586 g)

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Ranked #36 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose Soundlink Flex: $79.99 Amazon eBay

Newer model: the Bose Soundlink Flex 2nd gen, ranked higher, rated 3.8/5.

Pros: IP67 rated; rugged enough to survive drops from several feet and floats. Around 12 hours of battery at moderate volume. Measured bass extension of 56Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Not stereo. Warm sounding with overly boosted bass which drowns out midrange detail

Full Bose Soundlink Flex review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	56Hz
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Latency	33ms
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	7.9” x 3.5” x 2” (201 x 90 x 52 mm)
Drivers	1x 60mm full-range driver + 2x passive radiators
EQ	No
IP Rating	IP67
Maximum SPL	96dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews)
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
Strap	Yes (built-in loop)
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.3 lbs (589 g)

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Ranked #48 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II: $269.00 Amazon eBay

Older model: the Bose Soundlink Revolve+ (ranked lower, rated 3.6/5).

Pros: True 360° sound stays consistent no matter where you stand around it, unlike most portable speakers.

Cons: Overly boosted bass, warm sounding. Boosted mids. Rolled off treble. Only IP55.

Full Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II review and specifications →

App	Bose Connect
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	17 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.1
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	3.2” x 6” x 3.2” (82 x 152 x 82 mm)
Drivers	1x omnidirectional full-range transducer + 2x passive radiators (driver size undisclosed by Bose)
EQ	No
IP Rating	IP55
Omnidirectional	Yes
Power Input	Micro USB
Stereo	No
Strap	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	2 lbs (0.91 kg)

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Ranked #51 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose SoundLink Revolve (Series II): $194.00 Amazon eBay

Older model: the Bose Soundlink Revolve (ranked lower, rated 3.5/5).

Pros: RTINGS measured a fairly neutral sound with a balanced midrange, so vocals and lead instruments come through clearly, and excellent directivity from the 360° design for an open, even sound around the room. In a side by side test against the Revolve+ II and B&O Beosound A1 2nd gen, several listeners preferred its clearer, less bass heavy tuning to the Revolve+ II. Up to 13 hours of battery, IP55 dust and water resistance, a built-in microphone for calls and voice assistants, and multi-connect for two devices at once.

Cons: RTINGS found it lacks low bass, so there’s little deep thump or rumble. It doesn’t get loud either: DXOMARK measured only about 73 to 74 dBA at maximum volume, against 85 to 89 dBA for speakers like the Sony SRS-XB43 in the same test, and bass compresses and pumps as you turn it up. There is no EQ in the Bose Connect app, a single unit plays mono, and it still charges over micro USB.

Full Bose SoundLink Revolve (Series II) review and specifications →

App	Bose Connect
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	13 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Built-in Microphone	Yes
IP Rating	IP55
Omnidirectional	Yes
Stereo	No
Weight	1.5 lbs (680 g)

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Ranked #68 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose Portable Smart Speaker: $399.00 Bose eBay

Pros: Both Alexa and Google Assistant are built in, and RTINGS rates its microphones as excellent at hearing commands from far away or in a noisy room. It works as a Wi-Fi speaker at home (AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect) and as a Bluetooth speaker away from Wi-Fi, weighs about 1 kg with a carry handle, and is IPX4 splash resistant. SoundGuys measured 13 hours 6 minutes of playback at 75 dB, beating Bose’s 12 hour claim, and found the bass impressive for its size, especially near a wall or corner. Its 360 degree design spreads sound evenly around a room.

Cons: RTINGS found the out of the box tuning boomy and says it doesn’t get very loud; the app’s bass and treble sliders help, and SoundGuys recommended cutting bass by 10 to 20 steps to balance it. Pushed to full volume, Tom’s Guide heard unbalanced sound and Pocket-lint found the bass struggling and turning incoherent. RTINGS measured only about 5 hours of battery in its own test. It is mono, has no aux input (the USB-C port only charges), uses Bluetooth 4.2, and the Bose Music app supports a limited list of streaming services. IPX4 covers splashes only, not submersion or dust.

Full Bose Portable Smart Speaker review and specifications →

App	Yes (Bose Music)
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Built-in Microphone	Yes (far-field mic array, mic mute button)
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	7.6” x 4.7” x 4.1” (192 x 119 x 104 mm) (H x W x D)
Drivers	1x high-excursion driver with 360-degree deflector + 3x passive radiators
EQ	Yes (Bass/Treble)
IP Rating	IPX4
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Music multi-room, SimpleSync, AirPlay 2)
Power Bank	No
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
Strap	No
Streaming Services	AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, Amazon Music, Pandora, SiriusXM, TuneIn
Voice Assistants	Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant
Weight	2.3 lbs (1.06 kg)
Wi-Fi	Yes

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Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #17 of 85 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose SoundLink Max: $399.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: IP67 rated: dustproof and waterproof to 1m. Up to 20 hour battery; real-world testing found 43+ hours. Deep, rich bass with neutral tuning, app EQ. USB-C doubles as device charger. Sturdy carry handle. The aux input has lower latency (about 33ms) than most Bluetooth connections. Measured bass extension of 48Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Big peak in the upper bass, dipped midrange and lots of peaks and dips above the midrange. Bass not as deep as a Boom 2. Gets distorted above 80%. Self drains the battery about 20% a week.

Full Bose SoundLink Max review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Aux Latency	33ms
Bass Extension (-10dB)	48Hz
Battery Life	20 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Latency	116ms
Bluetooth Version	5.3
Built-in Microphone	No
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	10.4” x 4.7” x 4.1” (264.7 x 120.1 x 104.9 mm)
Drivers	2x 2.5” (63.5mm) midrange drivers + 1x 0.79” (20mm) tweeter
EQ	No
IP Rating	IP67
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	Yes (USB-C)
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	Partially (1 tweeter)
Strap	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	4.9 lbs (2.2 kg)

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Ranked #25 of 85 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose SoundLink Plus: $269.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: IP67 rated, IP67 water/dustproof. Close to 20 hour battery life. Vibrant sound with booming bass, clean mids. Bluetooth 5.4 with good range. Premium tactile grille, smooth silicone. Quality build at $269.

Cons: Boosted thuddy bass, but not as deep as the SoundLink Flex and you should probably just buy one of those instead if you want a Bose.

Full Bose SoundLink Plus review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	20 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.4
Built-in Microphone	No
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	9.1” x 3.9” x 3.4” (231 x 99 x 86 mm)
Drivers	1x 2.5” (63.5mm) woofer + 1x ~0.78” (20mm) tweeter + 4x passive radiators
EQ	No
IP Rating	IP67
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Bank	Yes (USB-C)
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	Yes
Strap	Yes (built-in loop)
TWS	Yes
Weight	3.3 lbs (1.5 kg)

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Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers

Ranked #12 of 19 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers - Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker: $299.00 each Amazon eBay

Pros: Three drivers (a 3in woofer and 1in tweeter facing forward, plus a 1.5in driver firing upward) give it a noticeably taller sound than most compact home speakers. Stuff gave it the edge over the Sonos Era 100, and TechRadar called its tonal balance fairly neutral, with tight bass control and high detail. Alexa, including Alexa+, is built in, and RTINGS found its microphones picked up commands easily from across a noisy room. It streams over AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth 5.3, keeps a 3.5mm aux input that the Era 100 lacks, and two units can be stereo paired or used as rear surrounds with the Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar.

Cons: RTINGS lists sub-par directivity as its main weakness, and reviewers agree a single unit sounds narrow from side to side, so it works best as a stereo pair. Deep bass is limited: Engadget found the low end restrained and preferred the Denon Home 200’s sound, Stuff noted it can’t separate sub-bass from the bassline and that DSP pulls bass back at maximum volume, and TechRadar heard a slight toothiness in the treble that needed EQ to calm. The EQ is only bass, mid and treble with no automatic room calibration. Bose warns the aux and Bluetooth inputs add lip sync delay for TV use, it has no battery or IP rating, and both SoundGuys and Engadget needed several restarts to get stereo pairing working.

Full Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker review and specifications →

AES Input	No
App	Yes (Bose)
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	No Battery
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.3
Built-in Microphone	Yes (far-field, mic mute button)
Coaxial Input	No
Dimensions	7.2” x 4.8” x 6.6” (184 x 121 x 167 mm) (H x W x D)
Drivers	3in woofer, 1in tweeter, 1.5in up-firing mid/high driver
EQ	Yes (Bass/Mid/Treble + up-firing driver level)
HDMI Input	No
IP Rating	None
Inputs	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm aux
Optical Input	No
Party Mode	Yes (Bose app multi-room, AirPlay 2, Google Cast)
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC power cord
RCA Input	No
Stereo	No
Streaming Services	AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect
TRS Input	Yes (3.5mm)
TWS	Yes (stereo pairing via Bose app)
USB Input	No
Voice Assistants	Amazon Alexa / Alexa+
Weight	3.7 lbs (1.68 kg)
Wi-Fi	Yes
XLR Input	No

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Battery-Powered PA Speakers

Ranked #6 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers - Bose S1 Pro+: $699.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Extremely compact and light with flexible placement options. Full sound with no lack of low-end output, crystal-clear audio quality. Three-channel mixer (2 XLR/quarter-inch combo mic-instrument + 1 line/Bluetooth), each with its own OLED display for quick treble/bass/reverb adjustment. Auto EQ adjusts sound based on orientation. Multiple angled surfaces for various positioning including tilted portrait mode, plus a line out to daisy-chain a second unit. Optional WT-XLR/WT-INST wireless transmitters dock, pair, and charge right in the speaker for a cable-free mic or instrument. Up to 11 hours battery life. Professional build quality. High efficiency drivers reach 2-3x the volume of typical speakers for the same wattage. Measured bass extension of 62Hz (-3dB).

Cons: With full range music, it becomes distorted above ⅔ volume, and reviewers describe it as screeching at max volume. Better suited for voice amplification. Not as much deep bass as the Everse 8, midrange sounds reasonably balanced. Treble is pretty boosted. Not stereo. Designed for more loudness than deeper bass. Ports are fully exposed with no water resistance. Charges via a less common three-prong AC cable instead of the two-prong barrel cable most rivals use.

Full Bose S1 Pro+ review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	150W
App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	55Hz
Bass Extension (-3dB)	62Hz
Battery Life	11 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Cabinet Material	Polypropylene
Charging Time	5 hours
Configuration	Battery-powered 2-way active PA
Coverage	120° H x 50° V
DSP	3-channel mixer with EQ, reverb and Auto EQ
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	13.1” x 9.4” x 11” (332.7 x 238.8 x 279.4 mm)
Drivers	1x 6” (152mm) woofer + 3x 2.25” (57mm) tweeters
EQ	Yes
Guitar Input	Yes
IP Rating	None
Inputs	2x XLR/6.3mm combo (mic/line/instrument), 6.3mm line, 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth
Maximum SPL	109dB
Microphone Input	Yes
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC Power cord
Rigging	35mm pole mount; multi-position cabinet
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
USB Playback	No
Weight	14.3 lbs (6.5 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

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Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)

Ranked #36 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Bose Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer: $899.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 90.6 dB at 20 Hz and 115.4 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The ported enclosure with a 12” driver is well suited to a mid-size room.

Cons: The 326.8H x 294.7W x 294.7D mm cabinet and 15.3 kg mass still need deliberate placement and calibration.

Full Bose Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer review and specifications →

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	115.4 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Country	Thailand
Dimensions	12.9”H x 11.6”W x 11.6”D (326.8 x 294.7 x 294.7 mm)
Drivers	12” (305mm) driver
Enclosure	ported
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	90.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	102.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	108.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	113.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	115.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	116.6 dB
Warranty	1
Weight	33.7 lbs (15.3 kg)

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Links
- Bose Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer Website
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
Head-to-Head Comparisons
- Bose Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer vs SVS SB-3000
- Bose Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer vs Monoprice SW-15

Discontinued Bose Models

Still ranked, and often still worth buying used, but no longer in production. Check availability before planning around one of these.

Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #49 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose Soundlink Revolve+: $254.99 Discontinued Amazon eBay

Newer model: the Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II, ranked higher, rated 3.6/5.

Pros: True 360° sound stays consistent no matter where you stand. Built-in carry handle, useful even with wet hands; can hang from a hook via carabiner. ~12 hour battery at medium-high volume. Measured bass extension of 54.2Hz (-3dB).

Cons: Overly boosted bass, warm sounding. Boosted mids. Rolled off treble. Discontinued.

Full Bose Soundlink Revolve+ review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	56Hz
Bass Extension (-3dB)	54.2Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Battery Life	16 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	4.1” x 7.2” x 4.1” (105 x 184 x 105 mm)
Drivers	91mm fullrange
EQ	No
IP Rating	IP55
Omnidirectional	Yes
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Input	Micro USB
Stereo	No
Strap	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	2 lbs (0.91 kg)

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Ranked #54 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose Soundlink Revolve: $194.00 Discontinued Amazon eBay

Newer model: the Bose SoundLink Revolve (Series II), ranked higher, rated 3.6/5.

Pros: True 360° sound stays consistent no matter where you stand around it, unlike most portable speakers. Measured bass extension of 64.5Hz (-3dB).

Cons: Not stereo. Strange sizzling treble, peaks and dips. Overly boosted boomy bass at 75Hz. Discontinued.

Full Bose Soundlink Revolve review and specifications →

App	Bose Connect
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	60Hz
Bass Extension (-3dB)	64.5Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	3.2” x 6” x 3.2” (82 x 152 x 82 mm)
Drivers	1x omnidirectional full-range transducer (~45mm) + 2x passive radiators
EQ	No
IP Rating	IPX4
Omnidirectional	Yes
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Input	Micro USB
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.5 lbs (660 g)

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Ranked #62 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose Soundlink Mini 2: $182.99 Discontinued Amazon eBay

Pros: Compact aluminum build feels sturdy and dense. ~10 hour battery life; can pair to two devices at once and remembers up to 8. Measured bass extension of ~58Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Boosted upper bass like most Bose speakers. Upper treble rolled off. Bass is 2db less boosted than the Mini. Bass doesn’t go as deep as others. Failures of the mainboard are common. Discontinued.

Full Bose Soundlink Mini 2 review and specifications →

App	Yes (Bose Connect)
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	~58Hz
Battery Life	10 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	7.1” x 2” x 2.3” (180 x 51 x 58 mm)
Drivers	2x 33mm fullrange
EQ	No
IP Rating	None
Omnidirectional	No
Power Input	Proprietary connector
Stereo	Yes
Strap	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.5 lbs (680 g)

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Ranked #63 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose Soundlink Mini: $125.00 Discontinued Amazon eBay

Pros: Compact aluminum build feels sturdy and dense. Comes with a charging cradle. Measured bass extension of ~58Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Boosted upper bass like most Bose speakers. Upper treble rolled off. Bass doesn’t go as deep as others. Failures of the mainboard are common. Discontinued.

Full Bose Soundlink Mini review and specifications →

App	Yes (Bose Connect)
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	~58Hz
Battery Life	10 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	7.1” x 2” x 2.3” (180 x 51 x 58 mm)
Drivers	50mm full-range driver with passive radiators
EQ	No
IP Rating	None
Omnidirectional	No
Power Input	Proprietary connector
Stereo	Yes
Strap	No
TWS	No
Weight	1.5 lbs (680 g)

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Links
- Official Bose Soundlink Mini Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Patricio Benadon: Bose SoundLink Flex vs. Mini 2 SE. Music audio quality sound test. Listen 4 different genres!
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #109 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Bose SoundLink Color II: $104.99 Discontinued Amazon eBay

Pros: Soft-touch rubber coating is comfortable to hold and tough enough for bumps and scrapes. IPX4 splashproof. Supports multipoint pairing to two devices at once.

Cons: Boosted bass on Color II. Not as deep of bass as other models. Lacking midrange detail. Rolled off treble. Discontinued.

Full Bose SoundLink Color II review and specifications →

App	Yes (Bose Connect)
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	8 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	5.2” x 5” x 2.2” (132 x 127 x 56 mm)
Drivers	2x 40mm full-range drivers
EQ	No
IP Rating	IPX4
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Bank	No
Power Input	Micro USB
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.3 lbs (600 g)

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Links
- Official Bose SoundLink Color II Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Danny Pops: BEST Bose Speaker?? Bose Soundlink Flex vs micro, Color II, and revolve + More from DannyPops →
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Large Size Floorstanding Speakers

Ranked #74 of 74 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers - Bose 901 Series V Discontinued Amazon eBay

Pros: Historically distinctive direct/reflecting architecture uses eight rear-firing and one front-firing full-range drivers to create a very large, room-filling presentation. Erin measured a benign 6.2-ohm minimum impedance, so the raw electrical load is easier than many modern four-ohm speakers. The supplied active equalizer offers user-adjustable tonal balance and is integral to obtaining usable bandwidth. Measured bass extension of 55.8Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 81dB.

Cons: Even with the required EQ, Erin measured only about 81dB sensitivity, grossly non-flat response, numerous impedance/resonance irregularities and very high distortion. Output above roughly 90-95dB at his seat became audibly poor; multitone testing reached only about 98dB before the distortion limit. The reflection-dominant radiation prevents precise imaging and makes results strongly room-dependent. It requires the proprietary equalizer and substantial amplifier power despite its benign impedance. Discontinued.

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Bass Extension	Strongly dependent on supplied active equalizer and room (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-10dB)	34.5Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	55.8Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
DIY Kit	No
DSP	External analog active equalizer required
Dimensions	21”H x 21”W x 12.6”D (533.4 x 533.4 x 320.7 mm)
Drivers	Nine full-range drivers: eight rear-firing, one front-firing
Impedance	6.2 ohms minimum (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Sensitivity	Approximately 81dB/2.83V/1m with tested EQ setting (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Spinorama Preference Score	0.43
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	2.11
Weight	35.3 lbs (16 kg) each

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