I have thoroughly enjoyed my entire ownership of this speaker.
Time of writing this review is roughly 8 months after purchase, having used this speaker practically every single day since. This was a replacement for a very well-loved but somewhat lacking B&O (P3?) oval-shaped speaker that inspired of few of my must-have features.
My key requirements in purchasing a speaker at this price point were:
- Punchy, solid bass, with high accuracy, clear playback throughout most of the volume range
- Relatively attractive, understated, simple design with ergonomic and intuitive controls
- Easily oriented for high quality playback in a variety of different situations (facing sideways, upwards, at angles)
- Long-lasting battery without any obnoxious constant playback interruptions informing you of battery life remaining
This speaker delivers on all of these.
The bass is incredibly clear, with no horrible warbling and distortion that’s very common with dozens of other similar speakers. The audio playback is very crisp and clear, with no noticeable quality losses. I’m sure it’s not perfect, but it’s more than adequate for 95%+ of people. Even at low volumes, the quality is still extremely high. There is a usable, enjoyable sound at every volume level.
The design is simple, but handsome. It does not look obnoxious or out of place anywhere. It is just the right size, not too large to pop into a bag, and not too small as to have low-power drivers with poor sound. Very easy to transport. The squared design makes it very stable on most surfaces, but is still rounded enough not to get caught on things. The controls are very easy to understand, even the multi-device Bluetooth cycling and syncing. I have no complaints.
The speaker works well for playback in nearly any position, especially when placed on a table or other nice playback surface. It can be placed facing upward, and the speaker enhances playback for all-around sound. When placed horizontally, the same happens for directional playback. Very impressive stability in a wide variety of situations. Some would consider the lack of a lanyard or string to be a downside for this point, but there is massive benefits to keeping this speaker on a surface.
The battery life is incredible. Vastly longer than I had really expected for this speaker. With my personal usage (middle volume range, 2-3 uses a day for 30 to 60 minutes at a time), I usually recharge every 1-2 weeks. Not sure what exactly that equates to in real playback time, but I still find it impressive. The speaker will notify you at 20% and 10% battery level, which is exactly what I wanted. Many other speakers will interrupt playback at 75%, 50%, etc. I’ve not experienced any noticeable battery decay during my ownership, but I have only fully depleted and nearly fully recharged the entire time, with no “filling up” in between.
Downsides do exist, but most are inconsequential for me.
- The audible indicators that inform you of which device you are connected to can sometimes feel a bit sluggish, especially with long device names.
- I feel the price point is still a bit on the high side for the value, but I feel I’ve more than gotten my money’s worth. I just like a good deal.
- Volume occasionally spikes very high in certain scenarios when switching between devices, but is fairly easily turned down after a quick scare.
I would highly recommend this speaker to anyone in the market for a speaker at this price point. This is an especially good deal on sale. If you’re still reading at this point, just get the damn thing on the way.
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Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker
Astonishing sound. Wherever life takes you.
The SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker plays astonishing sound wherever you are. The audio is crisp, balanced, and free of distortions. Plus, the powerful wireless speaker can play over ambient noise while you’re entertaining, and project loudly during outdoor activities.
PositionIQ technology
Whether the Soundlink Flex is upright, hanging, or on its back, PositionIQ technology detects its position and auto ensures a natural, lifelike sound.
IP67 waterproof speaker
This portable speaker meets IP67 waterproof standards, is crafted with waterproof materials, and is sealed to keep out dust & debris; it even floats.
Durability
The powder-coated steel grille and silicone exterior give the speaker a rugged texture to withstand nearly anything including peeling and corrosion.
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The Soundlink Flex has a rugged utility loop that lets you secure it to almost anything, anywhere. Attach it to a carabiner and hang it from anywhere!
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The performance of this speaker beats out competitors!! For a small speaker it puts out great sound, as always with Bose. The color is beautiful and the case color matches perfectly. All sound is clear with no distortion, or fuzz. It was easy to connect to blue tooth and have no issue so far. I have had it for 2 days and have not shut it off since. I charged when I first got it , and overnight. So far battery life seems decent. Definitely a great value for the money , and the performance beats JBL for sure. I would recommend this speaker , and the functionality of the strap means it goes everywhere with me. Same great product as always Bose.
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The performance of this speaker beats out competitors!! For a small speaker it puts out great sound, as always with Bose. The color is beautiful and the case color matches perfectly. All sound is clear with no distortion, or fuzz. It was easy to connect to blue tooth and have no issue so far. I have had it for 2 days and have not shut it off since. I charged when I first got it , and overnight. So far battery life seems decent. Definitely a great value for the money , and the performance beats JBL for sure. I would recommend this speaker , and the functionality of the strap means it goes everywhere with me. Same great product as always Bose.
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