JBL Charge 6 vs Bose Soundlink Micro 2

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The JBL Charge 6 ranks #11 of 144 medium speakers by sound quality at $149.95; the Bose Soundlink Micro 2 ranks #18 of 47 small speakers by sound quality at $129.

JBL Charge 6 vs Bose Soundlink Micro 2

What the JBL Charge 6 does well: Seems more neutral than the Charge 5. The tradeoff: Still some boosted bass by default.

The case for the Bose Soundlink Micro 2: IP67 rated, survives a 1m dunk for 30 minutes. The catch: Lack of clarity.

Buy the JBL Charge 6 at $149.95 for a medium speaker, or the Bose Soundlink Micro 2 at $129 for a small speaker instead.

If battery life is a priority, the JBL Charge 6 is rated for 24 hours versus 12 hours for the Bose Soundlink Micro 2.

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Specifications Side By Side

JBL Charge 6 Bose Soundlink Micro 2
Price$149.95$129.00
Ranked#11 of 144 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers#18 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
AppYesYes
Aux InputNoNo
Bass Extension (-10dB)53Hz-
Battery Life24 hours (Manufacturer specified)12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Digital Aux InputYes (USB-C)No
EQYes (7 band)Yes
IP RatingIP68IP67
Maximum SPL102dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews)-
Party ModeYes (Auracast)Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power BankYes (USB-C, 5V/2.4A)No
StereoNoNo
OmnidirectionalNoPointing up
TWSYesYes
Weight2.2 lbs (990 g)0.7 lbs (329 g)
Bluetooth Version5.45.4
Dimensions9” x 3.9” x 3.7” (228.8 x 98.5 x 94 mm)4.1” x 4.1” x 1.7” (104 x 104 x 43 mm)
Drivers53mm x 93mm woofer, 20mm tweeter40mm full-range driver with passive radiator
Frequency Response56Hz - 20kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified)-
Power InputUSB-CUSB-C
Amplifier Power45W-
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, AACAAC, aptX, SBC
Built-in MicrophoneNoNo
StrapYes (detachable strap)Yes (built-in strap)
Charging Time-3 hours
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The Two Speakers In Full

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JBL Charge 6 ranking card

Older models: the JBL Charge 5 (rated 4/5), the JBL Charge 4 (rated 3.5/5), the JBL Charge 3 (rated 3.2/5) and the JBL Charge 2 (rated 3.2/5).

Pros: Seems more neutral than the Charge 5. Flatter frequency response through the mids and treble as the Charge 5 was quite rolled off up high. Use this EQ from Joy/Oluv and turn down the lowest bass slider for the best sound quality. Oluv has even more paid EQs specifically for the GG and TL models indoors and outdoors here IP68 protection, a 7-band app EQ, Auracast, USB-C charging and a power bank output. Measured bass extension of 53Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Still some boosted bass by default. Mids are recessed. Bright above 2kHz. Quite a V shaped frequency response.

Full JBL Charge 6 review and specifications →

Amplifier Power45W
AppYes
Aux InputNo
Bass Extension (-10dB)53Hz
Battery Life24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, AAC
Bluetooth Version5.4
Built-in MicrophoneNo
Digital Aux InputYes (USB-C)
Dimensions9” x 3.9” x 3.7” (228.8 x 98.5 x 94 mm)
Drivers53mm x 93mm woofer, 20mm tweeter
EQYes (7 band)
Frequency Response56Hz - 20kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingIP68
Maximum SPL102dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews)
OmnidirectionalNo
Party ModeYes (Auracast)
Power BankYes (USB-C, 5V/2.4A)
Power InputUSB-C
StereoNo
StrapYes (detachable strap)
TWSYes
Weight2.2 lbs (990 g)
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Bose Soundlink Micro 2 ranking card

Older model: the Bose Soundlink Micro (rated 3.5/5).

Pros: IP67 rated, survives a 1m dunk for 30 minutes. Compact fabric strap for clipping to bags/bikes - replaces the 1st-gen’s hook clip, which was prone to breaking. USB-C charging. Surprisingly good bass when mounted outdoors, like on a bike.

Cons: Lack of clarity. Overly boosted bass that causes some thudding, and can overdrive/distort at higher volumes - worse in this regard than the 1st-gen model. Overly boosted treble, turn down bass and treble in the EQ. Falls clearly behind the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 on bass depth, cleanliness, and loudness.

Full Bose Soundlink Micro 2 review and specifications →

AppYes
Aux InputNo
Battery Life12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsAAC, aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version5.4
Built-in MicrophoneNo
Charging Time3 hours
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions4.1” x 4.1” x 1.7” (104 x 104 x 43 mm)
Drivers40mm full-range driver with passive radiator
EQYes
IP RatingIP67
OmnidirectionalPointing up
Party ModeYes (Bose Party mode)
Power BankNo
Power InputUSB-C
StereoNo
StrapYes (built-in strap)
TWSYes
Weight0.7 lbs (329 g)
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