Customer Ratings & Reviews

I bought this to replace my Bose Mini SoundLink 1. That speaker served me for 11 years! College parties, beach trips, kayaking, camping, work, grilling, sad boy hours. You name it, that speaker played its little heart out. It became an icon in the friend group. While many have had 4-6 speakers over the years, I've had just the one. I unfortunately dunked it in water while on the river. The battery was beginning to fail anyway, but that deemed to be too much for my Mini. It still played for a few hours after that, but its final song was Great Expectations by Day Wave on 07/04/2024. It played all the way through and turned off for its last time. I put that speaker though things it was never built to do, and it just kept going. I bought the Max because it IS built to withstand my lifestyle, and Bose as a portable speaker has won me over. I will forever buy Bose, and this speaker.. I mean wow! What a sound! The battery life is incredible, the tone and bass is amazing! truly one of the best sounding Bluetooth speakers I've heard for its size. To be fair it's a little too soon to tell, but if this is anything like my Mini SoundLink 1, (and this can withstand the river) I will be playing music out of it for many years to come, and I believe this too will become the next icon amongst friends and family. I have already enjoyed many hours from the new Bose Max.

It sounds great. Portability is important, and the battery life is extremely useful.

This little BOSE speaker has a great kick to for it's portable size. It's price is a little hefty but I seem to get a lot of use out of it either when I'm biking and or hiking on nearby trails. The color is sleek compared to everything else I buy in black, it's a nice change. The sheer micro size makes it possible to fit in nearly any pocket, including your pants! The only real issue I had with it was it's price but your purchasing the house hold name. However, other then that I really do enjoy this portable speaker.

This portable speaker is great for outdoor use. It will take on the rugged terrain or minor drops you give it. The sound is crisper than all other Best Buy choices in its size. If you are looking for more bass then I would not recommend this product. But it does live up to the Bose name when it comes to quality of sound. Definitely is waterproof (kayak tested) and easy to connect to any bluetooth. Only negative comment about this is the built in strap it comes with when attaching it to something. I would not see myself attaching this speaker to a handle bar or bag by the strap alone....not very secure once rubber strap is streched to connecting locking hole port. The speaker can be unattached with easy if brushed on a tree limp and hard bump on the road....which making it an expensive mistake if detached to wherever it was strapped down to...

Surprisingly good sound for a reasonablly priced compact sized, lightweight, waterproof speaker. Perfect for traveling, in the shower, or at the beach. Also great to be able to pair two speakers together for a stereo effect. Super easy to set-up and use.

Indulge in a sensory voyage like no other with the Bose SounkLink Max speaker, a harmonious fusion of syle, power, and unparalleled audio prowess. From the moment you press play, you're catapulted into a realm where sound transcends mere listening and becomes an immersive experience that envelops your entire being. Let's start with the design, sleek, sophisticated, and undeniably Bose. The SoundLink Max blends well in any environment, whether you're sitting around a cozy fire or partying pool side. It's compact size belies its capabilities, making it the perfect companion for both intimate moments or lively celebrations. The SoundLink Max isn't just about raw power. It's also about versatility and convenience. With its seamless bluetooth connectivity you can effortlessly stream your favorite tunes from any compatible device, freeing you from the constraints of wires and cables. And thanks to its great battery life you can keep the party going for hours on end with out missing a beat. And if you are like me and have other Bose units you will be happy to know it uses the same app and is very easy to set up, navigate and use. And the wife just loves the light blue color!!

Bose is the brand of my car speakers and since I’m very pleased with the sound, I bought this portable speaker for my dad, and it’s great quality, perfect size and very easy to use for him.

I would highly recommend this little Bose speaker, great for a beach/pool day, hiking, or just hanging out around the house. Great sound quality and easy to use. Only negative for me is that the charging port is micro usb in 2025. Was really hoping for usb-c which has become the standard. However battery life is good and I haven’t ever run out of power when out using the speaker!

Bose really delivers, just like the reviews say. It is a mighty fine little speaker with excellent sound quality and volume in a handy shape you can slip in a jacket pocket. Perfect for traveling, bedroom, home office, etc. And waterproof! Great gift item.

Love this portable speaker, great sound quality, light weight, compact, holds a long charge, great value

You get the Bose quality at such a great price that you cannot pass it up. This speaker connects seamlessly to multiple devices and provides long lasting great sound with plenty of volume for most get togethers. I use mine daily from the shower, to the office, on the golf course, and around the house. The Flexible yet sturdy band on the back allows you to affix the speaker to almost anything which is super convenient. I am so pleased that I actually bought another one for my son. I would highly recommend this product.

Amazing sound quality, a little on the heavy side but the performance and battery size make for it.

Purchased as a gift for my middle-school son who wanted something portable with better sound quality than a loud cell-phone. This definitely fits the bill, as the sound quality is excellent and what I would expect from a Bose product. Connecting to a smartphone or other Bluetooth device was quick and easy and my child was able to get the speaker up and running and listen to music without opening the manual. Although we have not tested its waterproofing feature, the black rubber shell seems thick, durable and likely to survive being dropped or banged around. The controls are minimal and self-explanatory, and the unit can be recharged with common USB cabling (which was included with the product). I am not sure how reliable the rudimentary clasping mechanism on the strap will be after some use and wear and tear but time will tell. The price seems a little high for what you get (hence the four-star rating) but I presume the "Bose" branding increases the price.

This is a terrific speaker to turn my phone into a whole sound system. Just set the speaker on a table and have awesome sound fill the room. No need for flashing LED's -how long can you sit and watch a speaker's flashing lights anyway? This speaker speaks for itself! Good sound and easy portability. I have no regrets in making this purchase.

I love this speaker! It has great sound and highly portable. The battery is also great. My vacation to the Caribbean proved the value and performance with music at the beach and at the pool in both rain and sweltering heat and humidity. Highly recommend!

This has huge bass, especially for a Bose product. I was totally blown away when I turned this little bad boy up. I love that it is waterproof and it definitely feels rugged. I will not be hesitant to take this biking or out in the woods and I am already turning this on when I wake up in the morning and just bringing into the shower so I don't have to stop listening to my audiobook or music. This speaker is the ultimate multi-functioning sound machine. It's small enough to take anywhere and produces better and bigger sound than much larger and more expensive speakers. Bose really put a lot of thought into this one and produced another winner!

The SoundLink Max delivers excellent sound quality (which BOSE is known for!) The speaker measures in at 10.5” x 5” x 4” which makes it very portable. The first thing I noticed was the building quality. It has a little heft, which I love, and the rope handle is a nice touch. The sound quality is amazing, which is nice is such a small package. Too many times, I have used bluetooth portable speakers, and the sound quality negates portability. The bass was not too much, and the mids sounded great. I am a big classical fan, and this speaker manages to perform well in the genre. For battery, we are looking at 20 hours at moderate volume. I was able to use the device for around 5 hours, low volume, and the device was still at 100%, which was crazy. I believe if you keep the device at a decent to low volume, you could possibly see better battery life in terms of hours. There is also a USB-C port you can use to charge a phone, which is a neat feature to have. You can never have enough ways to charge handy. Overall, this is a well-designed, excellent performing Bluetooth speak. This will be a daily driver for me and my family as the portablity and sound, along with excellent battery life make this a must have for us.

Overall, better than I expected. This small speaker packs quite a punch in volume and bass. I really love the handle and how portable it is. It suits my needs perfectly.

This speaker ROCKS. It is powerful, with amazing highs, lows, and midrange sound. I LOVE how the grab handle is on top. Simple things like that make it a keeper. It was NOT cheap, but at the same time, the sound is just....wow. And a 20 hour battery? Oh, and this thing actually has STEREO sound. Sit close enough to it and you can hear the left and right channels. Bonus...keeper. I might buy another one and link them up.

Great sound, good bass, good battery life. This is my new go-to for outdoor anything, and I play tunes constantly!