59points

Bose SoundLink Flex

47points

Bose SoundLink Mini II

Comparison winner
Bose SoundLink Flex
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78 facts in comparison

Bose SoundLink Flex vs Bose SoundLink Mini II

Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II

Why is Bose SoundLink Flex better than Bose SoundLink Mini II?

  • Weather-sealed (splashproof)
    ?
  • Is dustproof and water-resistant
    ?
  • 2h longer battery life
    ?

    12hvs10h
  • Has USB Type-C
    ?
  • 90g lighter
    ?

    590gvs680g
  • 5.1mm thinner
    ?

    53.3mmvs58.4mm

Why is Bose SoundLink Mini II better than Bose SoundLink Flex?

  • 45.26% less body volume
    ?

    534.9cm³vs977.25cm³
  • 2 more drivers
    ?

    3vs1
  • Has an AUX input
    ?
  • Has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
    ?
  • 1 years more years under manufacturer's warranty
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    2 yearsvs1 years
  • 40.6mm shorter
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    50.8mmvs91.4mm
  • 20.3mm narrower
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    180.3mmvs200.6mm

Price comparison

Bose SoundLink Flex

Buy used:

$122

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Bose SoundLink Flex amazonBose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable S...Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable Speaker, Wireless Waterproof Speaker for Outdoor Travel - Black
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$149
Bose SoundLink Flex amazonBose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable S...Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable Speaker, Wireless Waterproof Speaker for Outdoor Travel - Stone Blue
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$149
Bose SoundLink Flex bhphotovideoBose SoundLink Flex Wireless Speaker (Bl...Bose SoundLink Flex Wireless Speaker (Black)
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$149
Bose SoundLink Flex bhphotovideoBose SoundLink Flex Wireless Speaker (St...Bose SoundLink Flex Wireless Speaker (Stone Blue)
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$149
Bose SoundLink Flex walmartBose SoundLink Flex Wireless Waterproof ...Bose SoundLink Flex Wireless Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker Stone Blue
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$149
Bose SoundLink Flex walmartBose SoundLink Flex Wireless Waterproof ...Bose SoundLink Flex Wireless Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker Black
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$149

Bose SoundLink Mini II

Buy used:

$99

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$5.04
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$3.99
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$3.99

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User reviews

Overall rating

Bose SoundLink Flex
9.5
2 User reviews
Bose SoundLink Flex
9.5/10
2 User reviews
Bose SoundLink Mini II
8.0
1 User reviews
Bose SoundLink Mini II
8.0/10
1 User reviews

Features

Build quality

10.0/10
2 votes
8.0/10
1 votes

Sound quality

9.5/10
2 votes
9.0/10
1 votes

Design

9.0/10
2 votes
6.0/10
1 votes

Value for money

8.5/10
2 votes
5.0/10
1 votes

Portability

10.0/10
2 votes
9.0/10
1 votes

Comments

Benedikt

Benedikt

4 months ago

9 / 10

Guter Klang und super Qualität. Fast unzerstörbar.

Benedikt

Benedikt

4 months ago

9 / 10

Kann überall mit hingenommen werden durch IP67 Schutz. Schwimmt auf dem Wasser und fühlt sich im Dreck oder bei Erschütterungen wohl und dazu noch optimalen Sound sowie gutes handling und guter Preis/Leistung genau das was ich gesucht habe!

1 users found this helpful
Noah

Noah

2 months ago

10 / 10

Good all round portable speaker

Noah

Noah

2 months ago

10 / 10

0 users found this helpful

Design

Ingress Protection (IP) rating

IP67

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The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
volume

977.25cm³

534.9cm³

Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. More drivers may result in better sound quality.
driver unit size

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55mm

The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
has a neodymium magnet
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
control panel placed on a device
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
travel bag is included
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
has a touch screen
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
weather-sealed (splashproof)
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.

Sound quality

has stereo speakers
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has a subwoofer
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
Devices with a subwoofer have a higher quality, deeper bass.
highest frequency

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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Mini II)

The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
lowest frequency

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The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
audio output power

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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Mini II)

Audio output power is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts. High audio output power results in loud, clear sounds.
Has a passive radiator
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
A passive radiator is a type of driver (speaker) that doesn't have a voice coil and a magnet. The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep bass tones.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a noise-canceling microphone
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Flex)

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Mini II)

Signal-to-noise ratio is a measure that compares the level of a desired signal (meaningful information) to the level of background noise (unwanted signal), the bigger the less perceived noise.

Power

battery power

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Flex)

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Mini II)

Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
has a battery level indicator
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has a rechargeable battery
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
has a removable battery
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
has wireless charging
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
operating power consumption

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Flex)

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Mini II)

How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
annual power consumption

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Flex)

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Mini II)

The more power per year a device consumes, the less energy efficient it is, making it more costly over time.

Connectivity

multipoint count

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Flex)

2

Multipoint allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
Bluetooth version

4.2

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Mini II)

Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has an AUX input
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack, i.e for MP3 or portable DVD/CD player.
has LDAC
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX Adaptive
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX HD
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has aptX
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.

Features

Can be used wirelessly
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
supports a remote smartphone
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.
has voice commands
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
Has a radio
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
Has voice prompts
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
With voice prompts, you will automatically receive information via audio messages – for instance, you may find out that the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
has a mute function
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
works as a power bank
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
The power bank feature allows you to use the battery to charge other devices, such as your smartphone.
has a sleep timer
Bose SoundLink Flex
Bose SoundLink Mini II
A sleep timer is a function that shuts off the power after a preset amount of time.
internal storage

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Flex)

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bose SoundLink Mini II)

The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.

Price comparison

Bose SoundLink Flex

Buy used:

$122

ProductStorePrice
Bose SoundLink Flex amazonBose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable S...Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable Speaker, Wireless Waterproof Speaker for Outdoor Travel - Black
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$149
Bose SoundLink Flex amazonBose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable S...Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable Speaker, Wireless Waterproof Speaker for Outdoor Travel - Stone Blue
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$149
Bose SoundLink Flex bhphotovideoBose SoundLink Flex Wireless Speaker (Bl...Bose SoundLink Flex Wireless Speaker (Black)
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$149
Bose SoundLink Flex bhphotovideoBose SoundLink Flex Wireless Speaker (St...Bose SoundLink Flex Wireless Speaker (Stone Blue)
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$149
Bose SoundLink Flex walmartBose SoundLink Flex Wireless Waterproof ...Bose SoundLink Flex Wireless Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker Stone Blue
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$149
Bose SoundLink Flex walmartBose SoundLink Flex Wireless Waterproof ...Bose SoundLink Flex Wireless Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker Black
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$149

Bose SoundLink Mini II

Buy used:

$99

ProductStorePrice
Bose SoundLink Mini II aliexpressPortable Silicone Case for Bose SoundLin...Portable Silicone Case for Bose SoundLink Mini 1 2/Sound Link I II Bluetooth Speaker Protector Cover Skin Box Speakers Pouch Bag
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$5.04
Bose SoundLink Mini II aliexpressReplacement Durable Protective Silicone ...Replacement Durable Protective Silicone Gel Case Skin Cover Pouch Box for Bose Soundlink Mini I 1 & Mini II 2 Bluetooth Speaker
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$3.99
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$3.99

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