Short answer: the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It ranks #5 of 115 large speakers by sound quality, rated 4.6/5, at $290. The Bose SoundLink Plus ranks #25, rated 4.2/5, at $179, $111 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The Bose SoundLink Plus is the tougher option. A waterproof mid size speaker with vibrant sound, booming bass, clean mids, a long battery and premium build. It is rated IP67 against Splash resistant for the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It links with other speakers (Bose Party mode), which the Minirig 4 with subwoofer cannot. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. Watch for: 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.
The Minirig 4 with subwoofer is the better-sounding, longer-running pick. A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 20 for the Bose SoundLink Plus. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Bose SoundLink Plus lacks. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Bose SoundLink Plus lacks. Watch for: Not stereo, app is buggy.
Buy the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $111 you would save on the Bose SoundLink Plus does not close the gap.
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A waterproof mid size speaker with vibrant sound, booming bass, clean mids, a long battery and premium build.
A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Bose SoundLink Plus | Minirig 4 with subwoofer | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $179.00 | $290 |
| Ranked | #25 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #5 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | Splash resistant |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| TWS | Yes | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) | 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Pointing up |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 9.1” x 3.9” x 3.4” (231 x 99 x 86 mm) | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) |
| Drivers | 1x 2.5” (63.5mm) woofer + 1x ~0.78” (20mm) tweeter + 4x passive radiators | 70mm custom driver |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) | - |
| Aux Latency | - | 0ms |
| Bluetooth Latency | - | 60ms |
| Frequency Response | - | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | - | 50W |
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