Full transparency - I'm a huge Bose fan. It wasn't until later in life that I was able to afford their products, but now given the choice I prefer to go with Bose. This little speaker is just the latest in my history of Bose products.
I had an older Bose Sound Link Mini that worked well but was starting to show its age. It was also a bit clunky and very, very delicate. I was perusing Amazon and came across this little gem and bought one for my wife. She was so impressed with hers that I bought one for me.
What I like - well, obviously, it's Bose. The sound is crisp and rich in replicating lows and highs and is characteristic Bose. Obviously bass is somewhat less than other speakers, but for this size speaker the sound is incredible and I'm not a huge fan of "thumpy" bass anyway. I also like the portability. I used the strap to attach the speaker to my belt while doing my evening walk at work and loved that I was able to listen to my MP3 player without having to worry about headphones and potentially getting hit by some of the maintenance vehicles in the factory. I like the Bose app that indicates remaining battery life and bluetooth connections. I'm sure I'm only scratching the surface with the available features, but for what I use it for I'm extremely pleased.
As awesome as this little gem is, not all is perfect. There are some issues with the speaker wanting to connect to everything in sight. I love that you can connect to two gadgets simultaneously, but sometimes I don't want that feature and only want one. It takes a little doing but it can connect to just the one, but it's not intuitive. Not a deal breaker. Also there is no feature to plug in an analog MP3 player or device, but since I'm using the bluetooth capability as my excuse to the Mrs. for upgrading my portable capability that really is a non-issue.
I've only had the speaker a very short time, but already love it. At some point I would like to test the stereo feature when you connect two speakers to one device, but at the moment my wife and I love having our own discrete speakers. Battery life is rated at 6 hours, but anecdotally it seems to last longer than that. I also don't blast my music at loud volume, so I'm not certain if there's a correlation there. I may have to update my review at a later date after I collect more data and get more enjoyment from the speaker.
In summary, the buyer should know that this is what it is...a small, portable and extremely capable Bose speaker. If you're looking for incredibly high highs and rap lows, this may not fill your bill. But if you like your music on the go and with pleasant sound, this is your recommended default.
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Bose SoundLink Micro Bluetooth speaker
Bold sound. Action approved.
Its compact size, silicone exterior, and tear-resistant strap, SoundLink Micro Bluetooth speaker is portable and rugged enough for all the action in your life. Whether it’s strapped to your backpack or your handlebars, it’ll play crisp sound with powerful bass. It’s waterproof from the inside out.
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Unexpectedly deep bass
Get into the action with bold sound.
With its custom-designed transducer and passive radiators, this small Bluetooth speaker plays crisp, balanced sound with impressively deep bass. Small but powerful, SoundLink Micro also produces loud, clear sound outdoors.
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Tear-resistant strap
Strap it down. Turn it up.
With a tear-resistant strap, this small portable speaker goes wherever you go. The easy-to-use silicone strap wraps around objects and secures into a cutout in the back of the speaker. Secure it to your backpack, beach cooler, or handlebars, and the reliable strap will hold tight through shocks and shakes.
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IP67 waterproof speaker
Stands up to the elements.
This outdoor speaker has been rigorously tested to meet an IP67 rating. It’s waterproof, so you don’t have to worry if you get it wet. It’s also dustproof, making it the perfect portable speaker for the beach. Premium materials protect the IP67 waterproof speaker from extreme temperatures, liquids, and other substances.
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Rugged portable speaker
Ready for action.
Made from durable materials, this wireless speaker can absorb a fall and withstand being tossed around. It has a rubberized silicone exterior that resists drops, dents, cracks, and scratches. Plus, its soft-touch finish makes it easy to hold in your hand.
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Shocking sound
Exclusive technologies produce loud, clear sound with impressively deep bass.
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Waterproof speaker
The IP67 rating means this waterproof and dustproof Bluetooth speaker can go anywhere you do.
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Long battery life
Up to 6 hours of play time from a single charge, this small waterproof speaker is ready for action.
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True wireless speaker
Bluetooth offers a reliable connection to paired devices within 30 feet.
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Complete control
Unlock product features, update software, and personalize your settings in the app.
1 Sound 2 Durability 3 Battery 4 Bluetooth 5 Bose Connect app
SoundLink Micro
Bose Comparison Chart
Crisp, balanced | Sound performance | 360˚ |
Waterproof IP67 | Water resistance | Water resistant IP55 |
Up to 6 hrs/charge | Battery life | Up to 17 hrs/charge |
| | Speakerphone | |
SimpleSync | Speakers & Soundbars | SimpleSync |
| | Bose Connect app | |
| | Stereo & Party Mode | |
Crisp, balanced | Sound performance | 360˚ |
Waterproof IP67 | Water resistance | Water resistant IP55 |
Up to 6 hrs/charge | Battery life | Up to 13 hrs/charge |
| | Speakerphone | |
SimpleSync | Speakers & Soundbars | SimpleSync |
| | Bose Connect app | |
| | Stereo & Party Mode | |
Crisp, balanced | Sound performance | Clear, powerful |
Waterproof IP67 | Water resistance | Waterproof IP67 |
Up to 6 hrs/charge | Battery life | Up to 12 hrs/charge |
| | Speakerphone | |
SimpleSync | Speakers & Soundbars | SimpleSync |
| | Bose Connect app | |
| | Stereo & Party Mode | |
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| speaker size | 10 inches | — | 3.6 inches | — | 3 inches | — |
| power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | — | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
| connectivity tech | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| speaker type | Outdoor | Multimedia | Bookshelf | Outdoor | Outdoor | Outdoor |
| mounting type | Handlebar Mount | Seat | Tabletop | — | Tabletop | Handlebar Mount, Tabletop |
| weight | 0.64 pounds | 2 pounds | 0.46 pounds | 0.06 kilograms | 0.46 pounds | 0.75 pounds |
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Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2019
Full transparency - I'm a huge Bose fan. It wasn't until later in life that I was able to afford their products, but now given the choice I prefer to go with Bose. This little speaker is just the latest in my history of Bose products.
I had an older Bose Sound Link Mini that worked well but was starting to show its age. It was also a bit clunky and very, very delicate. I was perusing Amazon and came across this little gem and bought one for my wife. She was so impressed with hers that I bought one for me.
What I like - well, obviously, it's Bose. The sound is crisp and rich in replicating lows and highs and is characteristic Bose. Obviously bass is somewhat less than other speakers, but for this size speaker the sound is incredible and I'm not a huge fan of "thumpy" bass anyway. I also like the portability. I used the strap to attach the speaker to my belt while doing my evening walk at work and loved that I was able to listen to my MP3 player without having to worry about headphones and potentially getting hit by some of the maintenance vehicles in the factory. I like the Bose app that indicates remaining battery life and bluetooth connections. I'm sure I'm only scratching the surface with the available features, but for what I use it for I'm extremely pleased.
As awesome as this little gem is, not all is perfect. There are some issues with the speaker wanting to connect to everything in sight. I love that you can connect to two gadgets simultaneously, but sometimes I don't want that feature and only want one. It takes a little doing but it can connect to just the one, but it's not intuitive. Not a deal breaker. Also there is no feature to plug in an analog MP3 player or device, but since I'm using the bluetooth capability as my excuse to the Mrs. for upgrading my portable capability that really is a non-issue.
I've only had the speaker a very short time, but already love it. At some point I would like to test the stereo feature when you connect two speakers to one device, but at the moment my wife and I love having our own discrete speakers. Battery life is rated at 6 hours, but anecdotally it seems to last longer than that. I also don't blast my music at loud volume, so I'm not certain if there's a correlation there. I may have to update my review at a later date after I collect more data and get more enjoyment from the speaker.
In summary, the buyer should know that this is what it is...a small, portable and extremely capable Bose speaker. If you're looking for incredibly high highs and rap lows, this may not fill your bill. But if you like your music on the go and with pleasant sound, this is your recommended default.
I had an older Bose Sound Link Mini that worked well but was starting to show its age. It was also a bit clunky and very, very delicate. I was perusing Amazon and came across this little gem and bought one for my wife. She was so impressed with hers that I bought one for me.
What I like - well, obviously, it's Bose. The sound is crisp and rich in replicating lows and highs and is characteristic Bose. Obviously bass is somewhat less than other speakers, but for this size speaker the sound is incredible and I'm not a huge fan of "thumpy" bass anyway. I also like the portability. I used the strap to attach the speaker to my belt while doing my evening walk at work and loved that I was able to listen to my MP3 player without having to worry about headphones and potentially getting hit by some of the maintenance vehicles in the factory. I like the Bose app that indicates remaining battery life and bluetooth connections. I'm sure I'm only scratching the surface with the available features, but for what I use it for I'm extremely pleased.
As awesome as this little gem is, not all is perfect. There are some issues with the speaker wanting to connect to everything in sight. I love that you can connect to two gadgets simultaneously, but sometimes I don't want that feature and only want one. It takes a little doing but it can connect to just the one, but it's not intuitive. Not a deal breaker. Also there is no feature to plug in an analog MP3 player or device, but since I'm using the bluetooth capability as my excuse to the Mrs. for upgrading my portable capability that really is a non-issue.
I've only had the speaker a very short time, but already love it. At some point I would like to test the stereo feature when you connect two speakers to one device, but at the moment my wife and I love having our own discrete speakers. Battery life is rated at 6 hours, but anecdotally it seems to last longer than that. I also don't blast my music at loud volume, so I'm not certain if there's a correlation there. I may have to update my review at a later date after I collect more data and get more enjoyment from the speaker.
In summary, the buyer should know that this is what it is...a small, portable and extremely capable Bose speaker. If you're looking for incredibly high highs and rap lows, this may not fill your bill. But if you like your music on the go and with pleasant sound, this is your recommended default.
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