Rated 5 out of
5
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Eyram from
Amazing Product
I recently just bought this speaker and it’s been a great purchase. It’s the life of the party and it saves lives (phone battery). Bose did its thing designing this speaker. Color option is amazing.
Date published: 2025-08-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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kourtneyb7_6281 from
Great sound for a portable speaker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love this portable speaker! Super great sound for the size. Was not expecting that. The battery life is great and connecting was easy. Love the app feature as well.
Date published: 2025-08-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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minak45_7624 from
Great sound quality and long battery life. Looks b
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We took the Bose SoundLink Plus Portable Speaker to our cottage trip and oh my God - it was a HIGHLIGHT of our trip! The sound system is so so amazing with the perfect level of base that really makes the music hit your soul! Not only that, it has a very long battery life - we used it continuously for days and didn't have to charge even one (and it still has battery left). It is visually very appealing and a high end product. It looks beautiful sitting anywhere and so easy and compact to carry. I can't believe this tiny speaker is so powerful and sturdy. It is so worth the price and a perfect gift!
Date published: 2025-07-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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mariag833_1481 from
Better than JBL flip 4 speaker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really liked this speaker! I have a jbl flip 4 that I would use on the daily, but now I use this one because the sound quality and battery life is way better! I was able to connect it with no issues and it connects automatically once I turn it on. I’ve taken it to play volleyball at the park it’s portable. Not as much as the JBL flip 4 but doable.
Date published: 2025-07-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Robb er ducky from
Mean bass
Luv this speaker. Small but it packs a punch. Has a mean bass. The clarity of every instrument you can hear. A portable speaker monster.
Date published: 2025-07-25
Rated 5 out of
5
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Mike2000az from
Great buddy for pleasure and working out
I have two and paired together they are great immersive sound 3d like. The sound is full even great for classical music. I listen to a variety of music. I use them to exercise on an elliptical. Excellent for tabata workout. I have a samsung phone and can hook up two different speakers. I have the soundlink flex 2nd gen and I have two also in stereo plus in back flex in front. Makes the workout nice. I like the bose sound.
Date published: 2025-07-23
Rated 5 out of
5
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Mainer45 from
Great sound! And quality!
I bought this speaker after buying the Bose Flex 2 because I was so impressed with the Flex 2 sound quality. The Soundlink Plus is bigger with bigger sound. The quality of sound without distortion at higher levels is excellent. The battery life is much longer, depending on the volume used and with the Bose app, you can adjust the equalizer to fit your tastes. I'm never disappointed with Bose products and this lives up to the Bose reputation
Date published: 2025-07-23
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Bose Speaker: Built to Last, Made to Impress
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This speaker is durable and built to last. The battery life is excellent, lasting up to 12 hours. Bluetooth connectivity is quick and stable, with easy pairing. Sound quality is top-notch — rich bass, clear vocals, and no distortion even at high volume.
Perfect for music lovers who want power, portability, and premium audio
Date published: 2025-07-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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Steve56 from
Excellent sound. No auxiliary port present on device.
Date published: 2025-07-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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laurenl408_1044 from
Great Sound
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was very excited to get this up and running! After a quick charge, I was able to connect it to my phone easily. I had the smaller version and the sound quality is better on this one so far. It isn’t loud enough to cover my whole backyard, but it’s enough for by the pool!
Date published: 2025-07-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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dijoneap1_5834 from
amazing speaker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this speaker! It’s very portable. Extremely easy to connect. as soon as i turn the speaker on it instantly connects to my phone. i’ve had it for a month and have only had to charge it once. it’s also very good sound and transmits the bass well
Date published: 2025-07-18
Rated 5 out of
5
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Supermoto from
Knock out of the park!
This speaker is the perfect balance for size and portability! The over all rubberized coating and large rubber base and rope woven handle and hanging loop really speaks to how rugged this speaker really is when you finally get it in the hand and can feel the high quality materials and construction in person! I have taken this on several camping trips and road trips and it is the perfect companion for the golf cart, side by side, and bike rides with its water rating and dirt resistance! Very easy clean up with a simple wipe down and you’re back in action! The ease of use with the interface and connection and quick access buttons on top make this speaker a 10 in the segment! The Bose app ties everything together with EQ adjustments and other fine tuning settings that make this a nice package to start. Bose always adds some other futures later on if needed or requested also which is a huge plus for longevity and end user support! Linking with other Bose products could turn this unit into a “whole house” audio system with a huge portability factor and future upgrade potential to add the next new speaker later. At loud or max volumes is the only place where some strain is noticed, but the internal sound processing handles the loud requests well with no clipping or distortion but less overall bass which is to be expected with speakers this size. The sound is superb at medium to medium high levels as far as acoustic design allows. Over all a very nice upgrade to the portable Bose line-up!
Date published: 2025-07-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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ZonikVice from
Double SL Plus, Double the stereo sound power!
Bought a second SL Plus speaker and it's definitely my best decision. I'm very satisfied with hearing powerful sound, with deep, crystal-clear bass, in every corner of my patio, by the pool, or in my workout room. They're lightweight enough to carry everywhere. I'll soon be traveling abroad, and they'll definitely be the first thing I throw in my suitcase for those get-togethers and parties I plan to have when I arrive with my family. I highly recommend them—in fact, it's super important to have at least one; you won't regret it!
Date published: 2025-07-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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jacobb36_3052 from
Amazing
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Bose Soundlink Plus provides elite sound quality. With easy connectivity and amazing battery life you can take it anywhere without worrying about dying.
Date published: 2025-07-13
Rated 5 out of
5
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beethis_7325 from
Customization is Key
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The box was nice which was a great first impression. I was surprised that it instructed me to download an app. For the speaker! Once it was up and running, the app allowed for customization of sound which is really nice for an avid listener. It doesn’t connect like a regular speaker though, my partner had a hard time getting her own phone to connect without the app and it automatically connects to my phone through the app. I’m not sure how “passable” the “aux” is but it’s possible. I took this to the beach and it was dope, lasted hours on a full charge and didn’t waiver in the heat. The speaker is kind of heavy so I didn’t worry about it falling, and the handle does help with the weight to carry it. It’s a great speaker, base is bumping, and if you don’t like that, you can adjust that in the app!! Really nice speaker
Date published: 2025-07-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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alexandrae48_4381 from
Great speaker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really love this portable speaker. It provides such great sound and is so easy to use. It lasts so long without having to charge it. I would definitely recommend this speaker
Date published: 2025-07-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Westpalmpug from
New Everyday Speaker on the Boat, Beach or Patio
I picked this up about five weeks ago, and honestly—I love this speaker. So does my wife.
It’s quickly become our go-to for everything from morning routines to boat days and backyard hangs. And trust me, that’s saying something. We already have TVs with soundbars, computer speakers, a vinyl setup with dedicated speakers, surround sound in the living room, and a portable speaker that usually follows us around the bedroom, garage, or patio. My wife has teased me for years about having “too many” speakers—but even she admits this one’s started replacing most of them.
What makes it stand out? It’s beefy and punches (dude way to describe it guess)—in the best way. It’s got a little physical weight to it, sure, but I’m really talking about the sound output. There’s a noticeable depth in the bass, strength in mids, and clarity in the highs that you don’t usually get from portable gear. It can absolutely fill a room, and outdoors it holds its own just as well. You can also tweak the highs/mids/lows to your music or liking, which I tend to do depending on the mood or playlist. Whether it’s acoustic rock or a 90s hip hop throwback, it sounds really strong and the “audiophile” in hates to say this but it sounds great just pushing them all to 10 and letting it go.
You can clip it to a bag, but expect it to hang off the side or sit best when attached to a MOLLE-style strap or loop—it’s not ultralight, but kinda the point on this one I guess. I had to jigger it a bit on my day to day bag and ended up just shoving it inside for my one of my bags that didn’t have a good molle situation I could strap in.
I’m a scuba diver and brought it on two dive boats. In both cases, the captain ended up using this speaker instead of their own system, broadcasting music from the captain’s nest to the entire deck. I didn’t test whether it floats—didn’t want to risk it—but I held it soaking wet and poured water over it while it was playing, and it had zero issues. Still jammed out without any problems. After diving, I clipped it to my soaked gear bag, walked off the boat, and kept the music going all the way to the car. That’s not something I’d trust most gear with at this price point. It was such a great little vibe as I had this really great jam session and it was really covered in salt water in a wet bag. It was a cool demonstration of what makes it a solid device.
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Pros
• Full, rich sound with great clarity and real bass
• Adjustable highs/mids/lows to match your music style
• Rugged and waterproof—genuinely outdoor-ready
• Can sync with other SoundLink speakers if you have them
• Solid build that feels premium and reliable
Cons
• A bit heavy (but worth it for the quality)
• Bigger than many portables—more of a block than a pocket speaker
• Picks up light scuffs on the exterior (adds character IMO, but some may care)
• The rope loop is thick—standard carabiners don’t fit, so I had to rig a custom clip
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If you want a speaker that actually feels like it’s built to be used—anywhere, any time—with sound that punches above its weight, this one’s been a fantastic pickup.
Date published: 2025-07-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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GrumpyOwl from
Excellent sound quality for the portability
I do a lot of art with various mediums, and having a quality portable speaker is a must because my hands are usually messy and taking headphones on and off while you have soldering flux gel or ceramics glazes all over your hands is a no-go. I've had portable speakers over the years, even one from bose, and this is my favorite one by far.
My husband steals this all the time for his garage workouts, he loves it too. The speaker is loud and powerful enough to combat his feral weightlifting grunts and the weights hitting the ground when he drops the bar like an animal (eye roll) after hitting a tough life. If he ever accidentally drops the bar on the speaker I'll be sure to update this review on whether it survived.
PROS
-sound, sound, sound. This is honestly the best sound I've ever experienced out of a portable speaker. The depth and clarity of the audio is almost as good as over-the-ear headphones, there is that much detail and crispness to the sound. It was honestly surprising; I never assume I'm getting the best sound quality from a portable speaker, because that's one of the concessions you make. I've owned countless portable speakers over the years, and none even came close to this.
-ease of use. The product was super easy to connect out of the box, and was easy to pair to multiple devices. My husband and I both connected our phones and use the speaker seamlessly.
-battery life. I actually used this speaker for an 11 hour drive in a company car that had a busted stereo, and the battery only depleted maybe 50% that whole ride. I tested it and the speaker also charges via USB hooked up to the car, so it seems easy to charge on the go. And it sounded great in the car.
-portability. I like how compact it is for the sound you get, and I love the carrying loop - it feels very sturdy and substantial. It's very easy to pick up with one hand by the loop.
CONS
-weight/size. This lil baby is definitely a chonker in terms of a portable speaker. Not an issue for me moving around to workspaces or my home gym, but it's not going to be the easiest thing to throw in your bag for a picnic at the end of a hike. What you get in sound and battery life more than justifies the size/weight, but if you're looking for something small to have on your person a lot, this is probably not the thing.
-suuuuuuper bassy by default. This thing has the bass WAY boosted in the default settings. I know lots of people love a really bassy sound, but I do NOT like that, and it's annoying to me that I need to manually adjust the settings to get a "normal" sound. I'm talking so bassy that I tried listening to a podcast with the default settings, and the podcast host's voice was insanely bassy/booming.
Overall I definitely recommend this speaker.
Date published: 2025-07-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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Briandiane2006 from
Awesome speaker!
We bought this speaker to use around our campsite and love it. Now we take it with us on our boat and everywhere we go.
Date published: 2025-07-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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J Spencer from
SoundLink Plus well worth the purchase
I purchased the SoundLink Plus about 2 weeks ago as soon as it became available. I love the sound and quality of this speaker. It has amazing sound while remaining portable. Great for use during outdoor gatherings as well as indoor use.
Date published: 2025-07-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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rosegoldhearts_6899 from
Great Sound Quality and Perfect for Travel
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I LOVE this speaker. It fits all of my needs for a portable speaker: great battery life, easy connections, and lightweight.
The sound is full, detailed, and crisp and the low end is strong without being overwhelming. By far the best portable speaker we have owned. It is comparable to our in-home studio monitors.
I have been using it in my backyard and took it with me to the beach and it worked perfectly for both locations. I love the blue color, and it is easy to clean.
Date published: 2025-07-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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patr41_2711 from
Impeccable Sound Quality!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Unboxed and had it charged up and connected to my Bluetooth in no time at. Connecting is very easy. I brought my Bose Soundlink Plus to the beach a few times and everyone in my group commented oh how good the sound quality it is, and how loud it can get. Very durable speaker that sounds awesome! Great for the house, the beach, hiking/camping trips or just out in the yard.
Date published: 2025-07-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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shaunacon from
Lush & Vibrant Sound Wherever You Go
Loving this speaker! Everything sounds so crispy — I think I'm going to have to re-listen to every song I've ever heard just for the experience. It’s also versatile with great sound quality in both wide-open & small spaces. I can finally hear music clearly at the end of my garden outside & my bathroom can now become a concert hall.
My only complaint would be that it can’t connect to my older speakers for party mode as I was really looking forward to surrounding myself in speakers when listening to vinyl. It also has issues connecting to my turntable bluetooth that I need to troubleshoot.
Overall, I’m happy with this new edition to my Bose speaker family which blends perfectly with the electronics corner of my TV stand.
Date published: 2025-07-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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kelseyp60_1139 from
Great Sound For A Portable Speaker
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Bose SoundLink Plus Portable Speaker absolutely impressed us! The sound quality is phenomenal — crisp, clear, and powerful. We rarely need to turn it all the way up, and it still cuts through background noise, even while running machinery! The customization options through the Bose app are a nice bonus and make it easy to adjust the sound to your liking. Portable, durable, and seriously impressive — highly recommend if you’re looking for premium sound on the go!
Date published: 2025-07-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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ayyaha_6679 from
Top tier speakers
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These speakers are absolutely top tier! The sound quality is great and the volume goes really really loud. I was able to connect with my phone really easily through Bluetooth. The speakers feel very durable and sturdy. It is not to heavy to carry around and I find it a great choice for bringing to any party. Battery life I found to be decent and good to last you a while.
Date published: 2025-07-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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Zac S from
Portable, Sporty Speaker
I was really happy to replace my old speaker with a newer, sleeker model. It has more bass and overall sound projection, while coming in a smaller package. I really enjoyed being able to throw this in my bag to take with me to volleyball and park hangouts. I do think the loop on the side is nice, but I would say it's generally too heavy to comfortably hook onto a backpack or belt loop. Overall I am impressed with this small but powerful speaker!
Date published: 2025-07-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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Joe19 from
Portable speaker that pack a punch!
I have had this product for about a month now, and this is a great product from Bose. It's portable, durable, packs a punch, and is stylish. The sounds quality from this speaker is very good. This is a great speaker for golf, picnics, hanging out in the backyard, anything you can think of. The rope attached to it is very thick, it can probably hold a decent amount of weight. Big fan of the speaker. Definitely on the heavier side for how big it is, so keep that in mind.
Date published: 2025-07-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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Codythecooldad from
Perfectly balanced and beautiful
When it comes to music, I’m an audiophile. A good sounding speaker is just as important as a good fitting/ sounding pair of headphones. Unfortunately these days it seems like companies give you a good this, and an okay that. It’s difficult to find a good speaker that covers all the boxes on your list. I own the Bose max, it’s an excellent speaker. Though a little too serious to bring everywhere. That was the final box for me to check off and it was checked off with the Plus. Not only is the speaker loud, but it also doesn’t sacrifice bass or treble as you begin to up the volume. The portability is there, and that’s a big deal. It’s gone to the park, the beach, it sat poolside, even got knocked in the water. It’s been the source of music for multiple parties, parking lot meetups and it was dressed for all occasions. Sporting an easy to carry thick and secure handle on the side. It was visually sauve yet durable, the true cherry on top. The name Bose visually strikes the top of this speaker as not only a brand name, but a statement of quality, a product of promise. This is what you’ll get when you open the box and turn it on. It’s not just a speaker, it’s a game changer.
Date published: 2025-07-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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Deangelo from
Better than I ever expected
I'm an older guy... 60-- and I remember the days of huge component systems and giant speakers. I miss those days when the experience was to immerse yourself in sound, to experience the music and discuss it with your friends. To pull out parts of a song... the bass line, the drums, whatever... Today, you rarely see a large sound system. Everything is small-- particularly speakers. Bose, though, has found a way to take the sound quality from the old days and cram it into today's sound systems. Good job, Bose!.
I have used this speaker much more than I had ever anticipated. Its portability makes it perfect for just about anywhere. However, portability aside, I have used this speaker to enhance my television viewing experience. It is more than adequate... provides my television with a bass response it just never had before. My only issue with this product is that the blue tooth feature is a bit touchy. I'll be watching television when all of a sudden the speaker will switch over to my phone. It is then a process that totally disrupts my viewing experience as I try to reconnect the television. Not as quick and easy a process as you might imagine.
In spite of this, however, the SLplus (not sure if that's the official name) is a versatile, durable and dynamic sound source that will add to my enjoyment of music and movies, etc. for years to come. Thank you, Bose!
Date published: 2025-07-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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Beak from
Perfect around the house or car camping
Overall, this is an excellent speaker. It delivers a full, rich sound for its size and performs as well as any competitor's speaker I’ve used. I’ve never had any issues with battery life, and the ability to use the speaker as a power bank to charge my phone came in handy more than once. It was perfect for a group of 10 while car camping. I also appreciated the rope loop, which made it easy to hang from a tree.
I wouldn’t bring it backpacking due to its size and weight, but it strikes the perfect balance between portability and sound quality for car camping.
If I had to find something to complain about, I’d say I don’t love how the buttons feel—but that’s a minor issue.
I would definitely recommend this speaker to a friend—then I’d get to test out the party mode!
Date published: 2025-07-03
