Short answer: the JBL Pulse 5 for the light show, the Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II for 360 sound. The Pulse 5 has a cool light show, though it is no longer synced to the music like the Pulse 2’s was, and its bass is not quite as deep as others with plastic that scratches easily. The Revolve+ II stays consistent from any angle, but is only IP55 rated.
Buy the JBL Pulse 5. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II and costs less, so it is the default pick unless a specific strength of the other one matters more to you.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II | JBL Pulse 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.00 | $224.99 |
| Ranked | #50 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #47 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Battery Life | 17 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP55 | IP67 |
| Power Input | Micro USB | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | Pointing up |
| Weight | 2 lbs (0.91 kg) | 3.3 lbs (1500 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 3.2” x 6” x 3.2” (82 x 152 x 82 mm) | 4.2” x 8.4” x 5.2” (107 x 214 x 131 mm) |
| App | Bose Connect | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Drivers | 1x omnidirectional full-range transducer + 2x passive radiators (driver size undisclosed by Bose) | 64mm woofer, 16mm tweeter |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Strap | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | ~58Hz |
| Party Mode | - | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) |
| Frequency Response | - | 58Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | - | 40W |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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