SeekerBose SoundLink Flex
The Bose SoundLink Flex is decent for outdoor use. This small, lightweight speaker offers a portable design, and since it's battery-powered, you don't have to keep it plugged into an outlet to enjoy your favorite tunes. Its rated IP67, too, certifying it to be fully dust-tight and immersible in up to a meter of water for 30 minutes. You can bring it to the pool or the lake without worrying about long-term damage, which is nice. That said, it doesn't get as loud as bigger speakers on the market, so you can't fill your whole backyard with sound.
-- As reviewed by Rtings
Product details
- STATE-OF-ART DESIGN: SoundLink Flex outdoor speaker is packed with exclusive technologies and a custom-engineered transducer for deep, clear, and immersive audio at home or on the go
- CLEAREST POSSIBLE SOUND: Proprietary Position Qtechnology automatically detects the position of your portable Bluetooth speaker for optimal sound quality in any orientation or environment
- WATERPROOF WIRELESS SPEAKER FOR TRAVEL: SoundLink Flex is rigorously tested to meet IP67 waterproof speaker standards. Crafted and sealed with waterproof materials, it even floats – ideal for outdoor adventures
- PORTABLE BLUETOOTH SPEAKER: Built to resist water, dust, and debris, in a design that withstands drops and rust, this compact speaker goes wherever you do. It’s also easy to hold and store, and resistant to corrosion and UV light
- RECHARGEABLE BATTERY: Portable speaker charges through USB-C cable (included). Lithium-ion battery offers up to 12 hours of life per charge
- BUILT-IN MICROPHONE: You can make and receive calls through the portable Bluetooth speaker. Just one button accesses your phone's Siri or Google Assistant voice input
- BOSE CONNECT APP: App automatically updates the portable Bluetooth speaker with the latest software, allows you to customize settings, unlock product features, and more
- Charging time: approximately 4 hours when using the original cable.
PROS
+ IP67 rating for dust and water resistance.
+ Outstandingly portable.
CONS
- No graphic EQ or presets.
- Compression at max volume.
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Expert reviews and ratings
By Rtings on November 18, 2021
The Bose SoundLink Flex is decent for outdoor use. This small, lightweight speaker offers a portable design, and since it's battery-powered, you don't have to keep it plugged into an outlet to enjoy your favorite tunes. Its rated IP67, too, certifying it to be fully dust-tight and immersible in up to a meter of water for 30 minutes. You can bring it to the pool or the lake without worrying about long-term damage, which is nice. That said, it doesn't get as loud as bigger speakers on the market, so you can't fill your whole backyard with sound.
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By CompsMag on February 13, 2023
The Bose SoundLink Flex is a good companion for hiking or taking a shower, and it plays music well enough that you can tell the difference between vocals and instruments. But it has some problems, like buttons that are hard to tell apart and no
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By PCMag on October 26, 2021
The outdoor-friendly Bose SoundLink Flex speaker produces powerful wireless audio and can easily withstand the elements.
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By TechRadar on January 24, 2022
Its own (admittedly quite minor) shortcomings and the strength of the Bluetooth speaker competition make the Bose SoundLink Flex a strong alternative rather than a nailed-on market leader.
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By TrustedReviews on January 24, 2022
Not quite the complete package, but the SoundLink Flex might just have what it takes to satisfy your priorities…
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