Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The Xiaomi Sound Party ranks #20 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $135.84; the Bose Soundlink Micro 2 ranks #18 of 62 small speakers by sound quality at $129.
The Xiaomi Sound Party is the longer-running choice. 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 12 for the Bose Soundlink Micro 2. The catch: The sound evidence is mixed rather than universally glowing.
The Bose Soundlink Micro 2 is the lighter pick. A waterproof mini speaker with a fabric strap for bags and bikes and USB-C charging. At 0.7 lbs (329 g) it weighs much less than the Xiaomi Sound Party at 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg). It supports aptX Bluetooth, which the Xiaomi Sound Party lacks. The catch: Lack of clarity.
Buy the Xiaomi Sound Party ($135.84) for a medium speaker; the Bose Soundlink Micro 2 ($129) suits a small speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Xiaomi Sound Party | Bose Soundlink Micro 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $135.84 | $129.00 |
| Ranked | #20 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #18 of 62 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 54Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 26 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| EQ | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Connect, up to 100 speakers) | Yes (Bose Party mode) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C, 5V/3A) | No |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, aptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 10” x 3.6” x 3.6” (255 x 92 x 92 mm) | 4.1” x 4.1” x 1.7” (104 x 104 x 43 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm woofers (35W total) + 2x 15mm tweeters | 40mm full-range driver with passive radiator |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Maximum SPL | 102dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Weight | 2.6 lbs (1200 g) | 0.7 lbs (329 g) |
| Amplifier Power | 50W | - |
| Power Input | USB-C (5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/2A) | USB-C |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Strap | Yes (detachable strap) | Yes (built-in strap) |
| Charging Time | - | 3 hours |
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