Bose SoundLink Max vs Dockin D Fine+ 2

Short answer: the Dockin D Fine+ 2 for deep bass, the Bose SoundLink Max for features. The Dockin has quite deep bass for the category, though it has less midrange clarity than other top ranked speakers and a dip at 1.8kHz. The Max is IP67 rated and runs up to 20 hours with real-world testing finding 43+, but it has a big upper bass peak, a dipped midrange, peaks and dips above the midrange, and distortion above 80% volume.

Buy the Bose SoundLink Max if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Dockin D Fine+ 2 if the price matters more than sound quality.

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The Two Speakers In Full

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 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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Dockin D Fine+ 2: $150 Discontinued eBay

Older model: the Dockin D Fine+ (ranked lower, rated 3.9/5).

Pros: Dockin D Fine+ 2 uses 2x tweeters, 2x midrange/bass drivers + 2x passive radiators. Its 2.3 kg, claimed 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) battery life, IPX5 protection, aux input, up to 96dB and stereo playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use. Quite deep bass for its size. Measured bass extension of 45Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Bass is limited by its 45Hz specification. There is no companion app. Less midrange clarity than the top-ranked speakers. Discontinued.

Full Dockin D Fine+ 2 review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	50W
App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	45Hz
Battery Life	16 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	12.2” x 4.1” x 4.1” (310 x 103 x 103 mm)
Drivers	2x tweeters, 2x midrange/bass drivers + 2x passive radiators
EQ	Yes (Bass boost 3 steps)
IP Rating	IPX5
Maximum SPL	96dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews)
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	Yes
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
Weight	5.1 lbs (2.3 kg)

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