Bose - SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof/Dustproof Design - White Smoke
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Description
Features
Astonishing sound. Wherever life takes you.
The SoundLink Flex portable Bluetooth speaker plays crisp, clear sound that is free of distortions, so you can hear each instrument and nuance in the vocals. The treble and bass are perfectly balanced, allowing you to hear every pitch.
Tilt it. Flip it. Hang it.
It doesn’t matter whether SoundLink Flex is upright on the kitchen counter, hanging from a backpack, or flat on its back at the beach. Its PositionIQ technology automatically detects its orientation and ensures natural, lifelike sound in any position.
Innovative technology for an inspired performance.
A product of Bose’s state-of-the-art engineering, SoundLink Flex is packed with exclusive technologies. Its innovative transducer is custom-designed to deliver the clearest possible sound and strong, deep bass you can feel in your chest.
A rugged exterior that withstands the elements.
With its powder-coated steel grille and silicone exterior, this outdoor speaker is adventure-ready. Premium materials provide a tight seal around electronics, protecting them from water, dust and debris.
Elegant design that sets you apart from the crowd.
With its unique ergonomic design, the wireless speaker is easy to hold and feels good in your hand wherever you grab it. Its compact size allows it to fit in a small space or bag.
Hang it using the utility loop.
With its rugged utility loop, you can attach this outdoor Bluetooth speaker to a carabiner, hang it from a beach chair, or secure it to a strap on your backpack on a hike. Designed to resist twisting, the loop won’t spin or turn when it’s hanging.
Dustproof & waterproof.
With an IP67 rating, the SoundLink Flex is a waterproof Bluetooth speaker. Don’t worry if it accidentally falls into water, it will float, so it's easily retrievable. The wireless speaker is also protected against dust, so you don’t need to worry if it gets sandy at the beach.
A long-lasting battery that goes the distance.
The rechargeable lithium-ion battery for SoundLink Flex portable speaker offers up to 12 hours of unplugged play time — enough to last throughout the day.
Make and answer phone calls.
With a built-in microphone, you can receive and make phone calls through SoundLink Flex. Plus, you can press and hold the multifunction button on SoundLink Flex to access your phone’s native voice assistant, like Siri or Google Assistant.
Bose SimpleSync technology
Pair your SoundLink Flex with another Bose Bluetooth speaker for louder, even more immersive sound. You can also pair your speaker with select Bose smart soundbars. Connect at the press of a button.
What's Included
Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker - White Smoke
USB Type-C cable
Quick start guide
Safety sheet
Manuals & Guides
Quick Start Guide
User Manual
Warranty Manual
Key Specs
- Speaker PairingYes
- Voice Assistant Built-inNo
- SpeakerphoneYes
- Number of Microphones1
- WirelessYes
- RechargeableYes
- USB Device ChargingYes
General
- Product NameSoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof/Dustproof Design
- BrandBose
- Model Number865983-0500
- SeriesSoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker
- ColorWhite Smoke
- Color CategoryWhite
Audio
- Number of Speakers1
- Wattage7 watts
- Speaker PairingYes
- Radio TunerNo
Voice
- Voice Assistant Built-inNo
- SpeakerphoneYes
- Built-In MicrophoneYes
- Number of Microphones1
Connectivity
- Wireless Multi-Room AudioYes
- WirelessYes
- Wireless ConnectivityBluetooth
- Network ConnectivityBluetooth
- Headphone JackNo
- Auxiliary InputNo
Features
- Protective QualitiesWater resistant, Waterproof
- Maximum Depth of Water Resistance3.3 feet
- Control Button(s)Power on/off, Volume, Microphone, Play/Pause, Track selection
- ControlsPower, Bluetooth, Volume
- Remote Control IncludedNo
- Digital DisplayNo
- Lighting TypeNone
Power
- RechargeableYes
- Battery Charge Time4 hours
- USB Device ChargingYes
- Wireless ChargingNo
Dimension
- Product Height3.56 inches
- Product Width7.93 inches
- Product Depth2.06 inches
- Product Weight1.3 pounds
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC017817832038
Customer reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 5352 reviews
(5,352 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Sound Quality4.9
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Range4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
Expert reviews
See all expert reviews(4)Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 4 reviews
Customers are saying
Customers find value in the SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker for its exceptional sound quality, portability, and long battery life. They appreciate its powerful bass, compact size, and reasonable price. However, some users have encountered issues with connectivity, durability, and pairing.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bose #1
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.★★★★★ Incredible Sound in a Compact Package! This speaker is everything I wanted and more. The sound quality is crisp, with deep bass that fills the room – and it’s shockingly powerful for its size! The waterproof design is a game-changer for beach days and showers. Battery life lasts ages, and the sleek design looks great anywhere. Absolutely worth every penny. Bose nailed it!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bass, Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Don't think about it, just buy it!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.3 weeks of ownership and I'm using this more than expected. Sound is great, better than I thought. Bass is better than expected for this type of speaker. For some reason the Bluetooth connection and features are better than any other speaker I've used in the past. It's more intuitive. If I'm listening to music and get a call, it will pause the music and allow me to take the call on my phone, not automatically transfer the call to the speaker like others do (I prefer to take calls on the phone). Battery lasts a long time and charges quickly. Indoors it's definitely louder than expected, I don't dare turning it up all the way. I use it to connect to my surface for teleconferences as it's louder than my built in speakers. You won't be disappointed.
This review is from Bose - SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof/Dustproof Design - Black
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent for its size
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After heavy research on competitors(mainly jbl and soundcore), I decided to go with the Bose since it sounded the best to me and people generally agreed it was superior. I’ve been using it for a few months now, and it’s a phenomenal speaker for its size. I didn’t expect it to pack this much punch, comparing it to prior Bluetooth speakers I’ve owned. Don’t get me wrong this doesn’t have an 10” woofer that’s about to rock your house, but it can definitely fill a bedroom and is perfect for background listening. Don’t expect it to sound phenomenal if you crank it up tho. Most of the bass disappears at about 85-90% volume, however this is pretty loud and I have almost never needed it up that loud. Do note, I think they came out with a gen 2 of this speaker. I don’t really know anything about it, so maybe do some research before you immediately buy it to see if it’s worth the extra cost. I’m happy with mine and have no intentions of upgrading.
This review is from Bose - SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof/Dustproof Design - Chilled Lilac
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Battery life, Portable, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it for listening to Vinyl Records
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have a turntable in my home that I prefer to connect to a Bluetooth speaker so that I can move the speaker with me wherever I go @ home. That being said, I didn’t want anything to big and bulky but that has excellent sound quality. This little BOSE speaker checks all the boxes for me. Sound quality is amazing for its size. It has very nice and filling bass while pushing clear highs and clean mids. I really like this speaker. It sounds bigger/louder than it looks. It has great range, so I can move it around the whole place and never lose connection. It’s dust and weather resistant, so I also bring it out onto the balcony with us so we can enjoy our records. Battery life is very good. Only need to charge it about once a week if I use it everyday. It’ll work great with mobile phones, tablets or laptops also, but mine is a dedicated turntable speaker. It sounds good enough for me! I would buy it again, and highly recommend this speaker to anyone looking for a great sounding, take anywhere Bluetooth speaker.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Battery life, Portable, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bose FTW
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bose's SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker is an absolute delight! The sound quality is unparalleled, delivering rich, clear tones that elevate my music experience. Connecting to devices is a breeze, making it hassle-free for impromptu gatherings or solo dance parties. The value for the price is exceptional – you're getting premium sound in a portable package. What truly impressed me is the fantastic battery life; it keeps the tunes playing for hours on end. Whether indoors or outdoors, this speaker brings a perfect blend of quality and convenience, making it a stellar choice for any music enthusiast. A solid 5-star performer in every way!
This review is from Bose - SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof/Dustproof Design - Carmine Red
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Battery life, Portable, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great little speaker
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great little speaker, I think this little speaker has amazing sound - but of course it does, it’s a Bose. This speaker is about 8x3x1.5 inches. Volume is pretty darn good also. I can’t say much yet about battery life, but I’ve played it for at least an hour and it says 70% charged still. I’d definitely buy it again.
This review is from Bose - SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof/Dustproof Design - Stone Blue
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Soundlink Flex is the underdog of BT speakers!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I rarely post reviews, but the Bose Soundlink Flex deserves a good review. I took a gamble with this as I thought I wanted the Sonos Roam, but I’m so glad I went with the Bose as the sound is fuller, gets louder, and you can slightly feel a little bass punch in your chest (it’s still a Bluetooth speaker, so don’t think it’ll rattle your lungs). If you’re thinking about getting the Bose Soundlink Revolve/Revolve+, don’t bother and get two of these instead - a stereo pair of Flexes will sound so much better and is $30 cheaper than one Revolve+. My mom listened to it and she was so enamored by it that I had to get her one for Christmas. You will not regret this purchase and you might find yourself wanting a few more! Heads up, there’s one speaker and one radiator for bass, there’s no L/R separation - it still sounds great as a singular speaker, but you will love having a stereo pair. (Photo has an SD card for scale)
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Portable, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for Singing in the Shower!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My goal was to live by the following credo: All Bose, All the Time. I have some sort of Bose speaker in almost every room. And, I like to start my day with my favorite music. When I learned about the SoundLink Flex, I had to get it to replace the bluetooth speaker that was previously in the shower. Don't get me wrong. That speaker was fine, but it wasn't a Bose. The Flex is the perfect size to fit on the shower shelf and it sounds fantastic – even with the water running! I like to sing along in the shower and the mid-range vocals are strong and clear. There are certainly portable speakers that are less expensive, but I believe there are portable speakers that are better than this Soundlink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 4 reviews
(4 Reviews)- TechRadarRating, 4 out of 54.0Simon Lucas on January 24, 2022
Bose SoundLink Flex reviewJust flexing and finessing
Full Review - StuffConnor Jewiss on October 2, 2024
Bose's second-gen SoundLink Flex could be the best outdoor speakerIt comes at the same price as the first-gen speaker, with improved audio, extra support, a new button, and extra colour options .
Full Review - techguide.com.auRating, 4.8 out of 54.8Stephen Fenech on April 19, 2022
Bose SoundLink Flex speaker review - excellent sound you can take anywhere95% VERDICT The Bose SoundLink Flex is one of the best quality portable rugged Bluetooth speakers we've heard and the fact it's built to go anywhere just makes it even more appealing. Don't go on your next camping trip without it. Pros Superb
Full Review - cnet.com.auRating, 4.3 out of 54.3David Carnoy on December 4, 2021
Bose SoundLink Flex review: Best mini Bluetooth speaker you can buy right nowIt may be small, but this is one of the best mini Bluetooth speakers out there and a surprisingly decent value at $150.
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Q: QuestionSound quality is horrible! It's "noisy." My cell phone speaker is better. What causes this?
Asked by kat.
- A:Answer Try resetting and updating your Bluetooth software on your phone. Also check for any condensation in the speaker itself. Hope that helps. Ours has been wonderful, loud and booming like we expected.
Answered by Toshxoxo
Q: QuestionCan this Bose Soundflex be connected to a TV via a cable?
Asked by Pennyboat.
- A:Answer No. There is only one port on the speaker, usb-c and it is strictly for charging the device.
Answered by JayLov1011
Q: QuestionDoes anyone know the exact purpose of the screen/grid opening on the back of the speakers that is framed by the two rubber bumpers?
Asked by Will.
This question was asked about the related product: Bose - SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof/Dustproof Design - Stone Blue
- A:Answer More bass comes off the back of a speaker. It a bass port.
Answered by BCMC
Q: QuestionCan this speaker connect to the radio in vehicles equipped with Bluetooth?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer I'm afraid you have it backwards. All Bluetooth in cars is setup to act as a receiver in order to work with phones acting as transmitters. The car audio system cannot transmit audio outside itself. Since the Bose speaker is also a receiver, there is nothing it can do with a car system.
Answered by BradPDX
Q: QuestionCan you listen to music when it it charging?
Asked by DLG.
This question was asked about the related product: Bose - SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof/Dustproof Design - Stone Blue
- A:Answer Yes. No problem with that.
Answered by Imran
Q: QuestionIs the strap removable?
Asked by Mindyury.
This question was asked about the related product: Bose - SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof/Dustproof Design - Chilled Lilac
- A:Answer No, it doesn’t seem to so.
Answered by Anonymous
Q: QuestionHow is the sound latency? I have had Bose products in the past, and they had latency issues. Anyone using this with iPhone and/or Macbook?
Asked by KH0707.
- A:Answer I use this with my iPhone and Bluetooth record player and it works amazing.
Answered by LeeJacob
Q: QuestionCan you adjust the base and treble settings in the app?
Asked by Froggy.
- A:Answer No but you WON'T need to!
Answered by Mrstargazer1970