Customer Ratings & Reviews

Buttons to control volume need to be easier to use. Hard to push.

Wish I had saved the packing material to take this back to Best Buy because this has not worked consistently since I got it. Being a Bose, I expected there to be no issues with sound. Music just does not sound good when the speaker cuts in and out.

Good speaker, but they battery is really short life.

This is an excellent device and very handy too!! Great product

I wish it had more base but it is still ok for listening to basic

The Bose SoundLink Micro Bluetooth Speaker is a waterproof, take-anywhere Bluetooth speaker. For music buffs, this speaker provides clear bass and treble sounds. For sports enthusiasts, attach the silicone strap to your bicycle handlebars or backpack. For gamers, enjoy hands-free quality sound without a time lag. For backyard entertaining, put the speaker in any convenient location and set up a playlist on your phone or tablet. No wires, no worries! Charge from your laptop computer or any charger with a USB port. Pair with an iOS or Android phone or tablet and take advantage of streaming music or your own music collection. Use this Bose speaker to turn your smartphone into a powerful speakerphone. Pros: Small, waterproof Great sound Cons: A little heavier than competitive speakers Comes only with a micro USB cable, no charger.

Got the Bose SoundLink Micro and the sound is great as with all Bose products but it only works with Apple and Android apps. It will not work with a Windows 10 (or any other Windows) computer, only on a phone or tablet.. I am unsure if it will work with an Apple computer. Bose says this product is waterproof. I haven't tried it and am afraid to do that since the USB charging port is not covered. I have several other waterproof speakers and all ports are covered and sealed. This product is meant to be used on the go (hiking, biking etc). If you aren't going to use it for that you need another bluetooth speaker. The Bose site says you can drop it in the ocean but I am skeptical since like I said the charging port is exposed and I hate to ruin it trying that out. There is little documentation in the package except to tell you to download the app to connect the speaker. I guess I still like some documentation even though I can look it up online. I would have really liked to be able to use this speaker with my computer and /or server. But can't. This speaker is for a certain niche. If you want to use it with your phone on the beach, while hiking or biking it may be for you but otherwise you want another speaker.

I can believe how much sound this small speaker has. I have the soundlink 2 and have tried the revolve and this one is almost just as loud! It is slightly deeper sounding but this still sounds amazing. Setup was simple and under a minute like always. I love that it has a clip, and the speaker is small enough to just throw in your bag and go. My husband wants it to bring to work with him now and I want to keep it in my bag for hanging out with friends and family. I’ve been primarily using it in my living room and it filled the room with sound just as well as my larger soundlink 2 did. I am completely shocked. I would recommend this to everyone. Just like every bose product I tried they are unbeatable.

I have always considered Bose speakers to be deceptively good. They aren't the most configurable so I've read past reviews from audiophiles being somewhat critical that they couldn't make the speakers meet their subjective tastes. I appreciate good sound but am not that user. Bose is designed for easy use and solid sound. This Soundlink Max speaker is really a treat. It's styled after a small boom box. It's only a speaker, via Bluetooth or aux port, but sits like a fun stereo. The grills for the drivers are all hard so no worry of tearing. The edge of the box is rubberized which is fine, but I could see it potentially being sticky as it ages, but I could be mistaken. The handle is comfortable and soft and is connected with braided nylon like rope which is a fun touch. The companion app is free and the Google play store and Apple app store both have it. It was easy and smooth to connect the speaker to both an android phone and an iPhone. The Bose app allows for a multi connection setup so transfer of music was seamless between the devices. There is a three band equalizer in the app too and my tweaking of it did produce detectable changes to the sound but it was not extremely customizable. This would be where someone might ding it, but I was able to tweak it to my liking. Overall the sound is true to Bose' reputation, full, bass rich, the lows, mids and highs all feel substantial, and the sound is not sacrificing tone for power. Considering the size of this device, I'm really surprised by the volume. It totally punches above its size and while it's not the cheapest Bluetooth speaker, it is clearly a high end speaker. I would say there is a place for cheaper options, but if you want a weather resistant, high end sound, this Soundlink Max by Bose is worth the price.

Nice sound for the size. This little guy doesn’t sound quite as good as my larger boss speakers but it’s just the right size to take with you wherever you go. Only thing that that could make it better would be a better handle or clip and maybe provide the case that goes with it for free instead of a separate charge.

My parents had a Bose Wave radio “back in the day” and I remember how that device had the ability to make music seem more lifelike and male radio announcers seemed larger than life. I am happy to tell you that this Soundlink Max is even better than my memories. It delivers an EPIC, full, rich sound in an attractive and highly portable package. And you can take it anywhere, because it has an IP67 rated enclosure which means it’s safe from water splashes and dust infiltration. From the manufacturer’s website: “SoundLink Max is IP67 rated, indicating it has passed rigorous testing conditions proving it will withstand an accidental drop into water up to approximately 3 feet (1 meter) deep for up to 30 minutes, or getting exposed to a dust storm. However, while SoundLink Max is protected against accidental exposures to water and dust, is not designed for playback when wet. All of SoundLink Max’s components, including the USB-C charging and AUX ports, transducers, and passive radiators, are built with rugged, waterproof materials. These components are sealed tightly in the speaker’s housing, keeping out water and dust.” They did mention to leave it off and allow it to dry if it gets wet. Now, you might not need to take your Max out in a dust storm, but you could! Or at least know you can get it a little dirty and still rock the party after a day of dusty off roading. I picked this model specifically because of the Bose reputation and the COLOR! It’s really a good looking speaker, it happens to be my wife’s favorite color which explains why she took it. That, and it matches her new roller skates. Lol So now it plays her favorite skate jams on a loop. I need to mention the handle. It’s removable, just a quarter turn anti-clockwise on each stanchion and it pulls off. You could leave it off if you don’t use it but that leaves two openings in the top of the speaker or you could buy a longer shoulder strap that they offer for it. Maybe Bose should offer flush plugs for the people that don’t use a handle? I only have one complaint. It’s the volume control. On my iPhone, when I tap the volume one click louder or softer, it’s either a little too loud or a little too quiet. If I use the +/- buttons on the device I get a slightly finer adjustment, but if I use the Bose app, I get a much finer adjustment and can get it exactly where I want it. Speaking of the app, it’s pretty basic but it works for me without an issue. I tweaked the EQ to my liking and I use it to fine tune the volume like I mentioned above. The device has passive radiators on each end and to be honest, the sound quality if you’re not standing directly in front of it is still pretty good. You lose a little of the highs if it’s facing away from you as you would expect . If you have to set it in the middle of a room for a party there’s an easy fix. Just place it facing up on the table and you’re good to go. Definitely recommend this as a buy, just don’t pick a color that your wife loves more than you! LOL!

Expensive, and cannot get it to work. I charge and charge, and then you cannot get it to turn off. Terrible! Don't waste your money

As far as Bose is concerned I had high expectations. I've had better luck with a JBL mini speaker that I purchased. The sound of the Bose was lacking something I quite can't put my finger on.

This little speaker produces a surprisingly big sound!! This Bose soundlink micro Bluetooth speaker literally fits in the palm of my hand and the size is the only thing small about it. The set up took all of 5 minutes and that’s from syncing the speaker to my iPhone 7 to downloading the Bose connect app. Once connected I played a variety of music and the this little speaker fills a room like you wouldn’t believe. My kids were amazed with how good it sounds. While playing music at high volume I didn’t notice any distortion. I can’t wait to use this speaker on my next ATV ride, I’m sure it will impress my buddies.

There's a reason this is one of my favorite brands. Everything they make is premium. This Bluetooth speaker is no different and offers a great experience right out of the box. Opening the box you can instantly feel the quality of the speaker and see the thought and care put into the product. All it takes to setup is to download the Bose app and to push the power button. From the app, you can control all of the sound settings so you can boost the bass or treble depending on how you like it. Over the years, I have had at least a dozen other speakers like this and I think this is my favorite since the two Bose speakers I had about a decade ago. Back then, the speakers had the best bass and sound, and that is still true today. This speaker really stands out if you like a lot of bass. The sound quality is crisp, clear and full. The quality is premium compared to other speakers. I'm not a scientist, but I've observed that waterproof speakers typically have slightly lower quality sound because there is no open air flow from the speaker since it is completely sealed. It seems that Bose has figured out how to improve on that. The bass comes out loud and the treble is crystal clear. It's also easy to carry the speaker with the built in strap. I take the speaker out to the back yard often and even with my hands full I can grab the strap and bring it out. I'm always moving the speaker around and it's nice that I don't have to worry about it getting rained on or being damaged by spills. The speaker is very durable and repels both water and sand (if you take to the beach). Getting back to the premium sound, I was relaxing in my backyard over the weekend and had the speaker sitting on the outdoor coffee table. The volume was around 30-40% and when I put my feet up on the table the whole table was vibrating from the bass. That's not something my other speakers can do. And although I don't think I'll ever listen to it at max volume, the sound quality doesn't seem to deteriorate at high levels. After several hours of listening the battery was still almost fully charged. I'm pretty sure it will outlast my cell phone battery, which by the way, can be charged by plugging into the speaker. And finally, a note on using this in a group. You can have multiple phones connected at once, so it is a great way to share music with friends and family. Overall, I'm very pleased with this speaker and am looking forward to using it this summer.

I have had this speaker for a couple of weeks now. In that time, I have taken it to work, taken it golfing and used it out in the yard while working out there. I am impressed with the sound quality, the richness of the sound, the clarity when listening to music as well as using the speakerphone and the over all size of the speaker. I have a loop on my backpack, and the rubber strap fits right in, so I am able to carry the speaker around on my strap with no issues. I have a number of Bose products and I am always impressed with the products they make. I would not hesitate to recommend this to a friend.

This this is build like a tank, My first impression is WOW...this thing is heavy and that's not an exaggeration, Its super heavy and not like any other speaker I have tried. Its relatively compact for a big speaker the length and height are just right in my opinion but it is thick or deep but my god this thing weighs a ton. Its feels solid and well made, all surfaces are a soft touch silicone shell that feels nice. Despite the weight it is comfortable to carry due to its excellent handle, its a soft silicone grip that conforms to your hand, has good grip and makes carrying it quite pleasant. Everything about the look and feel is top quality and the buttons have good tactile feel. Its totally waterproof so taking it outrdoors is not a problem and if it does gert wet or dirty the silicone shell is easy to clean up and it doesn't really show wear. The silicone also does a good job of keeping vibrations and buzzing at bay. Initial setup was easy to pair with my iphone, and the app is easy to use, but unfortunately the new app doesn't work with my older Bose soundtouch speaker. You can check the speaker battery level in the app but it doesn't show up in the iphone bluetooth battery meter which is a bit disappointing. It has s shortcut button to automatically connect to a streaming service but only one is available (I think spotify?), and I don't use that one, they need to add pandora please. My speaker came at 70% batter level and it took 3 hours to get a full charge which is super slow, but on the plus side it did come with a wall wart USB-C charger which is nice since now days manufactures usually don't include one. Now finally onto the sound, WOW...super big and full sound, best I have heard from a portable bluetooth speaker. Its clear and gets loud with a deep full bass that is quite surprising when you look at its size. I guess that extra heft really makes a difference. The sound on axis when you're directly in front of it is superb. But if you're off axis and onto the side it doesn't sound as crisp with something lacking. I haven't tested the 20 hours runtime, but it has lasted me all day (8 hours) at a moderate level, so running out of juice should not be a problem. The build quality and sound are top notch, the only negative thing I can say is the weight, it just weighs so much that carrying it around will be a chore for sure.

Wanted to use strictly as speaker for cell phones. Difficult to set up for a novice. Could not answer and hang up calls. Sound using cell poor compared to lower cost items. Well made though.

I received the Micro Bluetooth speaker a few weeks ago. I have been contemplating buying a Bose product for some time now. When I initially received I wasn't sure if it would work for me. I was wrong! I absolutely love it. The size is deceiving. I did not think it would sound as good as it did. Even though I know Bose products that I have witnessed have amazing sound, I wasn't sure. It sounds GREAT! I carry it every I go. A case of some sort would have made it even more great but I'm guessing with the rugged feature it is not necessary. I'm very pleased with this small package!!!

This product was great for about a year. I only used it maybe 6 times in that year . Doesn't work anymore , won't power on and won't connect . And now its too late too get a return , do not waste your monry .