Bose
Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker
A solid mid-range pick in the bluetooth speakers line-up, with 20 hours up front.
68/100
20 hoursIP675.3
£300best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Stereo pairing
- Multi-speaker party mode
- EQ via app
- Above-average battery life
- Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile
Scored against the bluetooth speakers classWhere the Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Audio
Stereo pairingYes
Multi-speaker party modeYes
EQ via appYes
Battery
Battery life20 hours
USB-C chargingYes
Charges other devicesYes
Design
IP ratingIP67
Floats in waterYes
DustproofYes
Weight2130 g
Carrying strap / handleYes
Connectivity
Bluetooth version5.3
MultipointYes
3.5 mm aux inYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowBose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker vs Bose Bose SoundLink Plus
Bose SoundLink Max Portable SpeakerBose SoundLink Plus
| BoseBose SoundLink Max Portable SpeakerThis page | BoseBose SoundLink Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68 /100 | 68 /100 |
| Battery hours | 20 hours | 20 hours |
| IP rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Weight | 2130 g | 1497 gBetter |
Who it's for
Is the Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker 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.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 68/100 against other bluetooth speakers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 56.
What stands out on the Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker?
Its stereo pairing stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Soundcore Anker Boom 2?
The Soundcore Anker Boom 2 scores 69/100 versus this one at 68/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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