Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The Bose SoundLink Plus ranks #25 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $179; the Xiaomi Sound Party ranks #20 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $135.84.
The case for the Bose SoundLink Plus: A waterproof mid size speaker with vibrant sound, booming bass, clean mids, a long battery and premium build. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Xiaomi Sound Party. 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 Xiaomi Sound Party is the longer-running, lighter option. A versatile outdoor speaker with warm, balanced sound, fully waterproof build, long battery life, a phone charging port and a handy retractable handle. It is rated for 26 hours of battery against 20 for the Bose SoundLink Plus. At 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Bose SoundLink Plus at 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg). It has an adjustable EQ, which the Bose SoundLink Plus lacks. Watch for: The sound evidence is mixed rather than universally glowing.
Buy the Bose SoundLink Plus at $179 if you want a large speaker. Buy the Xiaomi Sound Party at $135.84 if you want a medium speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Bose SoundLink Plus | Xiaomi Sound Party | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $179.00 | $135.84 |
| Ranked | #25 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #20 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 26 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) | Yes (Party Connect, up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-C, 5V/3A) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C (5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/2A) |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) | 2.6 lbs (1200 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 9.1” x 3.9” x 3.4” (231 x 99 x 86 mm) | 10” x 3.6” x 3.6” (255 x 92 x 92 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 2.5” (63.5mm) woofer + 1x ~0.78” (20mm) tweeter + 4x passive radiators | 2x 40mm woofers (35W total) + 2x 15mm tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) | Yes (detachable strap) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 54Hz |
| Frequency Response | - | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | - | 102dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Amplifier Power | - | 50W |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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