Short answer: the Bose Soundlink Micro 2 for the higher ranking, the Bose Soundlink Micro for the lower price. The Bose Soundlink Micro 2 ranks #18 of 46 small speakers at $99.99. The Bose Soundlink Micro ranks #19 at $94.95, $5.04 cheaper.
The case for the Bose Soundlink Micro: Rugged rubberized coating, IP67 rated (1m submersion for 30 minutes). The catch: Overly boosted bass.
What the Bose Soundlink Micro 2 gets right: IP67 rated, survives a 1m dunk for 30 minutes. Set against that: Overly boosted bass that causes some thudding.
Buy the Bose Soundlink Micro if the price matters more than the ranking. Buy the Bose Soundlink Micro 2 if the ranking matters more than the price.
Specifications Side By Side
| Bose Soundlink Micro | Bose Soundlink Micro 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $94.95 | $99.99 |
| Ranked | #19 of 46 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #18 of 46 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 66Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | No |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 50ms | - |
| Max Volume | 90dB | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) | Yes (Bose Party mode) |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 289 g | 0.7 lbs / 329 g |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, aptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 3.86" x 3.86" x 1.38" (98 x 98 x 35 mm) | 4.094" x 4.094" x 1.693" (104 x 104 x 43 mm) |
| Drivers | 40mm with dual passive radiators | 40mm full-range driver with passive radiator |
| Charging Time | 3 hours | 3 hours |
| Output Power | 5W | Specs not published by manufacturer |
The Two Speakers In Full
Bose Soundlink Micro: $94.95 Amazon
Pros: Rugged rubberized coating, IP67 rated (1m submersion for 30 minutes). Very compact and pocketable at 0.68 lb.
Cons: Lack of clarity. Overly boosted bass
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 66Hz |
| Battery Life | 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 50ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 3 hours |
| Dimensions | 3.86" x 3.86" x 1.38" (98 x 98 x 35 mm) |
| Drivers | 40mm with dual passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 90dB |
| Output Power | 5W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 289 g |
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Bose Soundlink Micro 2: $99.99 Amazon
Pros: IP67 rated, survives a 1m dunk for 30 minutes. Compact fabric strap for clipping to bags/bikes. USB-C charging.
Cons: Lack of clarity. Overly boosted bass that causes some thudding. Overly boosted treble, turn down bass and treble in the EQ.
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Charging Time | 3 hours |
| Dimensions | 4.094" x 4.094" x 1.693" (104 x 104 x 43 mm) |
| Drivers | 40mm full-range driver with passive radiator |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Output Power | Specs not published by manufacturer |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs / 329 g |
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