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The short answer
Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen) wins this comparison. Choose it if tested durability is your priority. Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen) has the higher durability rating in GearLab’s matched tests: 9/10 versus 4.5/10.
Bose
A compact speaker that floats and adjusts its sound when you change its position. IP67 protection and a built-in microphone suit outdoor listening and hands-free calls.
Bettr Score
82/100
Beats
One speaker for Bluetooth listening, USB-C audio and hands-free calls. It can charge your phone, pairs with iPhone or Android, and offers up to 24 hours of battery life.
Bettr Score
75.9/100
| Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen) | Specification | Beats Pill |
|---|---|---|
$149 ✓ Winner | Reference price | $149.99 |
12 hours | Advertised battery life | 24 hours ✓ Winner |
1.3 lb ✓ Winner | Weight | 1.5 lb |
IP67 | Ingress protectionTie | IP67 |
4 | Durability tierTie | 4 |
5.3 | Bluetooth versionPersonal preference | Class 1 |
No | Can charge another device | Yes ✓ Winner |
No | USB audio input | Yes ✓ Winner |
No | Auracast or compatible broadcast pairingTie | No |
Yes ✓ Winner | Floats in water | No |
Yes | SpeakerphoneTie | Yes |
The buying advice
Choose Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen) if tested durability is your priority. Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen) has the higher durability rating in GearLab’s matched tests: 9/10 versus 4.5/10.
Choose Beats Pill if tested battery endurance matters most. Beats Pill has the higher battery-endurance rating in GearLab’s matched tests: 8.2/10 versus 4.6/10.
Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen) has the higher durability rating in GearLab’s matched tests: 9/10 versus 4.5/10. Beats Pill has the higher battery-endurance rating in GearLab’s matched tests: 8.2/10 versus 4.6/10. The recorded reference-price difference is $0.99.
Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen) has the higher durability rating in GearLab’s matched tests: 9/10 versus 4.5/10.
Beats Pill has the higher battery-endurance rating in GearLab’s matched tests: 8.2/10 versus 4.6/10.
Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen) has the higher sound-quality rating in GearLab’s matched tests: 7.5/10 versus 6.8/10.
Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen) has the higher volume rating in GearLab’s matched tests: 6.6/10 versus 4.9/10.
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