These are not really the same size class, and that is the honest framing here. The JBL Flip 6 ranks #13 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $79.95; the Bose SoundLink Plus ranks #25 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $179.
The JBL Flip 6 is the lighter option. A small, rugged speaker with very neutral sound for its size, an excellent choice for most people. At 1.2 lbs (544 g) it weighs much less than the Bose SoundLink Plus at 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg). It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Bose SoundLink Plus lacks. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Bose SoundLink Plus lacks. Watch for: Some slight upper mids emphasis.
The Bose SoundLink Plus is the longer-running option. A waterproof mid size speaker with vibrant sound, booming bass, clean mids, a long battery and premium build. It is rated for 20 hours of battery against 12 for the JBL Flip 6. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the JBL Flip 6. 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.
Buy the JBL Flip 6 at $79.95 if you want a medium speaker. Buy the Bose SoundLink Plus at $179 if you want a large speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Flip 6 | Bose SoundLink Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.95 | $179.00 |
| Ranked | #13 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #25 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 56Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (3 band) | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 116ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 98dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | Yes (Bose Party mode) |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs (544 g) | 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 6.9” x 2.7” x 2.8” (176 x 68 x 72 mm) | 9.1” x 3.9” x 3.4” (231 x 99 x 86 mm) |
| Drivers | 44mm x 80mm woofer, 16mm tweeter | 1x 2.5” (63.5mm) woofer + 1x ~0.78” (20mm) tweeter + 4x passive radiators |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Amplifier Power | 30W | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) | Yes (built-in loop) |
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