Bose
Bose SoundLink Flex
A solid mid-range bluetooth speaker for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with 12 hours.
58/100
12 hoursIP674.2Siri or Google Assistant
£109best price at Amazon
In stock at 2 retailers
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Why we rate it
- Stereo pairing
- Multi-speaker party mode
- EQ via app
- Below-average battery life
Score profile
Scored against the bluetooth speakers classWhere the Bose SoundLink Flex wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Audio
Stereo pairingYes
Multi-speaker party modeYes
EQ via appYes
Battery
Battery life12 hours
USB-C chargingYes
Design
IP ratingIP67
Floats in waterYes
DustproofYes
Connectivity
Bluetooth version4.2
MultipointYes
Voice assistantSiri or Google Assistant
Built-in micYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowBose SoundLink Flex vs Bose SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen)
Bose SoundLink FlexSoundLink Flex (2nd Gen)
| BoseBose SoundLink FlexThis page | BoseSoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58 /100 | 58 /100 |
| Battery hours | 12 hours | 12 hours |
| IP rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 5.3 |
Who it's for
Is the Bose SoundLink Flex right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable bluetooth speaker for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier bluetooth speaker is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Bose SoundLink Flex worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 58/100 against other bluetooth speakers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 56.
What stands out on the Bose SoundLink Flex?
Its stereo pairing stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the JBL Charge 6?
The JBL Charge 6 scores 59/100 versus this one at 58/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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