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Brand | Bose |
Model Name | SoundLink Micro |
Speaker Type | Outdoor |
Connectivity Technology | wireless |
Special Feature | Waterproof, Stereo Pairing, Built In Microphone |
About this item
- BOSE WATERPROOF SPEAKER: Small but powerful, the Bose SoundLInk Micro Bluetooth speaker produces loud, clear sound with shockingly deep bass. It packs a custom-designed transducer and passive radiators for crisp, balanced sound, WATERPROOF AND DUSTPROOF (IP67)
- TEAR-RESISTANT STRAP: This small portable speaker comes equipped with an easy-to-use, tear-resistant silicone strap. Secure it to your backpack, beach cooler, or handlebars, and the reliable strap will hold tight through shocks and shakes
- RUGGED OUTDOOR SPEAKER: Constructed from durable materials, including a rubberized silicone exterior, SoundLink Micro resists drops, dents, cracks, and scratches. Plus, its soft-touch finish almost never shows a mark
- WATERPROOF SPEAKER: The SoundLink Micro Bluetooth speaker has been rigorously tested to meet an IP67 rating. It’s waterproof, dustproof, and protected from extreme temperatures, liquids, and other substances
- LONG-LASTING BATTERY: This small outdoor speaker comes with a powerful lithium-ion battery. Enjoy up to 6 hours of music and charge anytime via the included Micro-USB cable
- PHONE CALLS: An integrated microphone allows you to take phone calls directly from the speaker, while a multi-function button gives you access to your phone’s voice assistant (Siri or Google Assistant)
- BOSE CONNECT APP: App automatically updates the small Bluetooth speaker with the latest software, allows you to customize settings, unlock product features, and more
- BOSE SIMPLESYNC TECHNOLOGY: SimpleSync pairs your Bose SoundLink Micro Bluetooth Speaker to compatible Bose products for sound that follows you from room to room. Away from your phone? Press and hold the Bluetooth button on each device to sync their sound. Already got a group going? Link by pressing the Action button to connect at a moment’s notice
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Portability | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Sound quality | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Battery life | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Bluetooth connectivity | 4.7 | 4.5 | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.7 |
Water resistance | — | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.8 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
connectivity tech | wireless | Wireless | USB, Auxiliary, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, USB | USB, Auxiliary, Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
speaker type | Outdoor | Soundbar | Multimedia | Soundbar | Multimedia | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
mounting type | Handlebar Mount | Floor Standing | Tabletop | Floor Standing | Tabletop | Clip on |
weight | 0.64 pounds | 1.75 pounds | 1.46 pounds | 1.3 pounds | 2 pounds | 0.53 pounds |
control method | application | application, voice | voice | application, voice | voice | touch |
From the manufacturer
Bose SoundLink Micro Bluetooth speaker
Bold sound. Action approved.
Its compact size, silicone exterior, and tear-resistant strap, SoundLink Micro Bluetooth speaker is portable and rugged enough for all the action in your life. Whether it’s strapped to your backpack or your handlebars, it’ll play crisp sound with powerful bass. It’s waterproof from the inside out.
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Unexpectedly deep bass
Get into the action with bold sound.
With its custom-designed transducer and passive radiators, this small Bluetooth speaker plays crisp, balanced sound with impressively deep bass. Small but powerful, SoundLink Micro also produces loud, clear sound outdoors.
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Tear-resistant strap
Strap it down. Turn it up.
With a tear-resistant strap, this small portable speaker goes wherever you go. The easy-to-use silicone strap wraps around objects and secures into a cutout in the back of the speaker. Secure it to your backpack, beach cooler, or handlebars, and the reliable strap will hold tight through shocks and shakes.
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IP67 waterproof speaker
Stands up to the elements.
This outdoor speaker has been rigorously tested to meet an IP67 rating. It’s waterproof, so you don’t have to worry if you get it wet. It’s also dustproof, making it the perfect portable speaker for the beach. Premium materials protect the IP67 waterproof speaker from extreme temperatures, liquids, and other substances.
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Rugged portable speaker
Ready for action.
Made from durable materials, this wireless speaker can absorb a fall and withstand being tossed around. It has a rubberized silicone exterior that resists drops, dents, cracks, and scratches. Plus, its soft-touch finish makes it easy to hold in your hand.
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Shocking sound
Exclusive technologies produce loud, clear sound with impressively deep bass.
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Waterproof speaker
The IP67 rating means this waterproof and dustproof Bluetooth speaker can go anywhere you do.
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Long battery life
Up to 6 hours of play time from a single charge, this small waterproof speaker is ready for action.
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True wireless speaker
Bluetooth offers a reliable connection to paired devices within 30 feet.
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Complete control
Unlock product features, update software, and personalize your settings in the app.
Bose Comparison Chart
Crisp, balanced | Sound performance | 360˚ |
Waterproof IP67 | Water resistance | Water resistant IP55 |
Up to 6 hrs/charge | Battery life | Up to 17 hrs/charge |
| Speakerphone | |
SimpleSync | Speakers & Soundbars | SimpleSync |
| Bose Connect app | |
| Stereo & Party Mode | |
Crisp, balanced | Sound performance | 360˚ |
Waterproof IP67 | Water resistance | Water resistant IP55 |
Up to 6 hrs/charge | Battery life | Up to 13 hrs/charge |
| Speakerphone | |
SimpleSync | Speakers & Soundbars | SimpleSync |
| Bose Connect app | |
| Stereo & Party Mode | |
Crisp, balanced | Sound performance | Clear, powerful |
Waterproof IP67 | Water resistance | Waterproof IP67 |
Up to 6 hrs/charge | Battery life | Up to 12 hrs/charge |
| Speakerphone | |
SimpleSync | Speakers & Soundbars | SimpleSync |
| Bose Connect app | |
| Stereo & Party Mode | |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 1.4 x 3.9 x 3.9 inches |
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Item Weight | 10.2 ounces |
Manufacturer | Bose Corporation |
ASIN | B0748N1BZD |
Item model number | 783342-0100 |
Batteries | 1 A batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,072 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #32 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 22, 2017 |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 5 Watts |
Item Weight | 10.24 ounces |
Charging Time | 6 Hours |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
The SoundLink Micro Bluetooth speaker delivers crisp, balanced sound with unexpectedly powerful bass for its size. Thanks to its proprietary Bose technology, including a custom-designed transducer and passive radiators, it produces loud, clear sound — even outdoors. Micro is an IP67 waterproof speaker, plus it’s fully dustproof. With its soft-touch silicone exterior and tear-resistant strap, this small Bluetooth speaker is built to tag along no matter the action. Attach it to your backpack or mountain bike, and don’t worry if it falls on the ground. Enjoy up to six hours of play time with a lithium-ion battery that easily recharges with the included Micro-B USB cable. When on the go with this outdoor speaker, connecting is easy. You can seamlessly pair your phone or tablet with the Bose Connect app or follow the intuitive voice prompts, designed to make Bluetooth pairing simple. An integrated microphone allows you to take phone calls directly with your small portable speaker, while a multi-function button gives you access to your phone’s voice assistant (Siri or Google Assistant). For even more immersive sound, pair SoundLink Micro with another Bose Bluetooth speaker, or connect it to a Bose smart speaker to extend your listening experience from inside the home to outside.
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Customers like the Bluetooth connectivity, size, ease of use, battery life, and quality of the speakers. They mention that it can pair with other Bose speakers, is very compact, and has reliable connectivity. They also like the value, and sound quality. However, some customers are mixed on performance.
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Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the speakers. They mention that it has great sound, sounds great for its size and price, and the highs are not tinny at all. Syncing the two speakers together gives a different music experience to the customer, and it looks almost brand new.
"...It'll sound decent up until around 85% - at this point basslines may disappear, depending on the song, however, it music still sounds full and it wo..." Read more
"Great sound and easy to take with me on the river as the speaker is waterproof. Attaches easy to my dry bag with a convenient strap...." Read more
"...I use the sh** out of this thing!First off - The sound quality (for its size) is excellent...." Read more
"...it up and the bass was BUMPIN’ it was deep and smooth, but it didn’t distort the sound. Bose has some amazing technology...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the speakers. They mention that it is very compact, has great sound, and is portable. The size and shape are just perfect, making it easy to toss in a bag and great for traveling.
"...but it can definitely compete at lower volumes, but because of its small factor and waterproofing...." Read more
"Great sound and easy to take with me on the river as the speaker is waterproof. Attaches easy to my dry bag with a convenient strap...." Read more
"...It is a dream for avid travelers and for people on the move. Don't use this speaker as a party speaker, it won't serve that purpose for you...." Read more
"...Portability - Well, it’s portable. It’s a little bit heavier than you would expect, which is not a bad thing in my opinion...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the speakers. They mention that the speakers work well in intimate settings, charge quickly, and fix their expectation just fine. They appreciate the quality and strength of nearly every feature.
"...with the Revolve+, as I noted above - they both work surprisingly well when paired together in party/stereo mode - so if you need something louder..." Read more
"...I am really happy with the product quality and the sound. It is a dream for avid travelers and for people on the move...." Read more
"...It charges quickly and fixes my expectation just fine...." Read more
"...It looks almost brand new. It works perfectly fine. It sounds as good as ever...." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the speakers. They mention it has a long battery life and a speedy recharge. Some customers also say that life is short and they enjoy their favorite music.
"...The Micro's battery lasts for quite a while. At volumes above a little above half, I get around 6-7 hours easily, and get 8-12 at even lower volumes...." Read more
"...Attaches easy to my dry bag with a convenient strap. Long battery life and speedy recharge." Read more
"...Battery life – Battery life is not bad; it’s rented it for hours; I would say I get a little bit more than that...." Read more
"...BATTERY LIFE:The rechargeable lithium-ion battery lasts FOREVER!!! I know the product description says up to 6 hours...." Read more
Customers find the speakers easy to use. They say the sound quality is great, it's easy to connect to their phone, and the app is easy to navigate. They also appreciate the sturdy construction and the ease of use with Spotify and YouTube.
"...Attaches easy to my dry bag with a convenient strap. Long battery life and speedy recharge." Read more
"...Overall this thing is sturdy and with moderate rough handling, it hasn't showed any signs of wear or tear in 2 years...." Read more
"...I have found that this pairs conveniently to my computer and my phone, and I can switch it back-and-forth by typing a Bluetooth button, which makes..." Read more
"FEATURES & BENEFITS:• Portability• Durability• Ease of use• Battery Life• Sound & Base Quality•..." Read more
Customers like the connectivity of the speakers. They say that the Bluetooth connectivity works perfect, it can pair with other Bose speakers, and has reliable connectivity. Customers also appreciate the fact that it can connect to two devices at once.
"...Battery Life• Sound & Base Quality• Affordability• Bluetooth / Wireless connectivity and paring• Waterproof•..." Read more
"...I have never had any problems with connections and it is lite and comfortable to hold." Read more
"...The connectivity issues - It is a minor issue but not a big one for me. And it is an easy fix...." Read more
"...Blue tooth connective is good, battery life is ok not great, but nothing problematic." Read more
Customers like the value of the speakers. For example, they mention it's well worth the price, an impressive product worth the investment, and has decent low end.
"...Ease of use• Battery Life• Sound & Base Quality• Affordability• Bluetooth / Wireless connectivity and paring•..." Read more
"Awesome sound for its size.good value" Read more
"...They are a good value because they have better sound. After I got one, I wanted to buy them for everyone as gifts...." Read more
"...It's not the best system, but it works OK...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the portable speaker. Some mention that it's durable, can survive a full dunking in a pool, and comes with a durable strap that you can use to hang off of pretty much anything. However, others say that it stopped working, does not play for long without needing charged, and is not up to the quality of the Bose brand. The strap seems like it won't work, and the lights don't light up when they are plugged in as they do with the USB.
"...This is the first expensive speaker that I have that actually feels durable - I don't worry about babying it like I do with the Mini and Revolve+...." Read more
"...Just wanted to hear the sound. It is not of Bose quality, but nice while walking, outside of backpack, jogging, etc." Read more
"...Overall this thing is sturdy and with moderate rough handling, it hasn't showed any signs of wear or tear in 2 years...." Read more
"...The lights don't light up when they are plugged in as they do with the USB charging cable...." Read more
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I already had expectations as to what this would sound like, however, I was still surprised by the amount of bass the speaker was able to put out. And I don't mean loud, droning bass, but bass that makes a song sound like it's coming from a bigger speaker - everything sounds authentic. Drum kicks and other instruments come out convincingly with a nice punch. The Micro is a very musical speaker with nice presence. The treble is very smooth - so you can listen to it for long periods of time without it tiring your ears out at high volume, but it's also never dull - everything has a nice sparkle to it when called for.
Everything but the Girl's 'Missing' (2013 remaster) immediately shows off the Bose's advantage in bass compared to other speakers of its size (particularly against the JBL Clip 3, and JBL GO). The song starts off with a constant bass line and adds another on top that matches the rhythm of the music. The Bose reproduces the two distinct bass lines with confidence without sounding muddled. Tracey Thorn's vocals come through excellent and aren't drowned out by the bass - and neither are the other instruments in the midrange.
Madonna's Music titletrack has a very deep bassline. The Revolve+ renders the song with a little too much upperbase - while it sounds fine at normal volume levels, at high levels the Revolve+ sounds boxy and smaller than it should. Due to the Micro's smaller size, and even though it is bass-boosted like the Revolve+, it actually ends up sounding more natural than the Revolve+. Volume pumping is minimal in this track. The Micro can occasionally volume pump at levels greater than 2/3 when the music stops as an artist continues singing or during the start of a song before the music starts. While not ideal, it doesn't volume pump as much as I expected it to.
Rush's YYZ has great treble presence at the beginning with cymbals and other instrumentation. It comes through very crisp and cuts through the midrange and bass without issue. Geddy Lee's bass solo near the middle really comes through.
Classical music, and really most music in general, from pop, rock, country, electronic/dance sound very decent as the Bose maintains a flat sound signature in the midrange with a small boost in bass. The treble is somewhat rolled off, but this prevents the speaker from sounding harsh - which I prefer.
It's able to maintain most of its composure up until around 75%. You may notice compression at this level under certain circumstances. It'll sound decent up until around 85% - at this point basslines may disappear, depending on the song, however, it music still sounds full and it won't sound tinny. For the most part, it still sounds like a bigger speaker at this level. Above 85% up and up til 100% can be dicey. Most music actually sounds fine with the speaker pointed toward you head-on. Off-axis, it may sound strained, but not bad. It gets surprisingly loud. Older music, such as from the Beach Boys' actually sound very decent at these high levels (likely due to the fact that the songs have little bass), and the basslines they do have, typically remain while most newer music is compressed more at these higher volumes. You can fool the speaker into playing louder if you don't mind reducing bass with an equalizer app (e.g. reduce the left-hand side of the equalizer adjustments).
Some reviews have complained about the treble or are trying to compare it to the Soundlink Mini (which I also have). It is different - the Micro is a 'flatter' and more accurate speaker than the Mini - which has a noticeable treble boost which some people say gives the old Mini 'clarity' over the Micro - even though the Micro is technically the more correct speaker. This isn't in the Mini's favor at high volumes as the compression can make the Mini sound sharp, while the Micro doesn't end up hurting your ears. And you don't lose anything with the Micro being a mono speaker compared to the Mini being stereo - while it's possible to tell the difference between the two from that perspective, it just isn't practical as you lose stereo separation if you are more than a few feet or otherwise are not facing the mini directly. The Micro sounds the same from most directions as audio fires up instead of from the front of the speaker.
The Micro's battery lasts for quite a while. At volumes above a little above half, I get around 6-7 hours easily, and get 8-12 at even lower volumes. The speaker sounds great even at low volumes. Bass is dynamically boosted at lower levels - keeping the sound full, which is a problem for many of these small speakers. In general, I find most smaller speakers don't sound any better than your phone's built-in speakers at low volumes. The Bose definitely has a nice presence at low volume - it makes it easy to fall asleep to if you use it before you go to bed.
I also have the SoundLink Revolve+, and until you reach the top volume of the Micro, the two speakers sound remarkably similar when paired in party or stereo mode. They only differ in certain tracks with very deep bass or when you push the Revolve+'s volume past the Micro's max volume - but listening to them in stereo is a surprisingly pleasant experience. It seems like the speakers volume match when they pair - so it sounds fairly balanced, you can however make one louder / quieter than the other by pushing the volume buttons separately on each speaker.
The Bose app is not required to use the speaker. However, you can adjust the auto-off time in specific increments and remove previously paired devices through the app, otherwise, most things within the app, like turning voice prompts off or shutting the auto-off timer entirely, can be done with button presses on the speaker. You can easily find the manual by going to Bose.com -> Speakers -> SoundLink Micro and the manual is under their Support section.
As for its closest competition, the B&O P2, the Bose is fully waterproof while the former doesn't have any weather proofing (I didn't think B&O advertised any water resistance but apparently some reviews state the speaker is splash proof). The battery on the Bose lasts much longer on maximum than the P2 (2-ish hours compared to a 5-ish for the Bose), even though the P2 isn't much louder than the Bose. And most importantly, the Bose is way cheaper and has a flatter frequency response than the P2. However, I actually like the flatter form factor of the P2 - you'll notice in B&O's advertising that they show the P2 can fit in some jean pockets - while the Micro fits more in larger cargo pants/shorts or coat pockets. The P2 and the Anker's I have above have a large treble boost which, superficially, may sound nice for a few minutes, but quickly becomes tiring when the speaker is within a few feet from you since things become bright and shrill easily. In my opinion, the Anker Soundcore Sport is the next closest competition. It is pretty much the same size as the Micro, they're both IPX7 waterproof, and they both feature ~1.5 inch drivers with a passive radiator. It's also only 40 dollars compared to the Bose. However, the Sport is covered in a hard rubber and the buttons on that speaker have practically zero feedback - so no 'click' or noticeable indent when pushed - which can make the speaker hard to use, especially when wet. Sound-wise, the Bose definitely wins - but the Anker puts up a good fight for being only $40. Primarily, it lacks the bass the Micro offers. As a plus, the Sport doesn't have the trouble boost it's smaller and non-waterproof brother, the Soundcore Mini and the B&O does - it sounds pretty flat across the midrange and treble - but just doesn't sound as full as the Micro. If you can afford it, the Bose is an easy choice over either Anker.
The newest competition in this speaker size is probably the Minirig Mini. Reviewer Oluv (as noted in his own review of the speaker on this Amazon listing) has done an extensive review of the Minirig Mini on his YouTube channel. I have not heard it in person but it does appear to have an advantage in sound quality if you're willing to forego the smaller size of the Bose, along with waterproofing (the Minirig Mini is supposedly water resistant, like the Revolve+ - so it can handle splashes, but I wouldn't trust getting water on a paper-cone speaker that the Revolve+ and Minirig Mini have). Minirig's parent company specializes in underwater audio, however, so it seems odd to produce a speaker that isn't actually water proof. I used to scoff at speakers that introduced water resistance or 360 degree sound - but now that I have them, I don't think I'd give them up. Keeping all that in mind, the Minirig Mini's can automatically pair in stereo mode, without needing an app or complicated button pushes on every use, once you've set them up previously, which I'm jealous of.
If something were to happen with my Micro, I would easily buy it again (even though it being the cheapest Bose speaker, it still isn't cheap and cost ~5x as much as the Anker speakers) because simply: it sounds better, the battery lasts much longer than many others in it's class (much longer than the Anker's max), and I don't doubt its durability.
Edit: I added some more about the Anker Soundcore products I have since those are the closest in competition next to the B&O P2, in my opinion.
Edit 2: 04/2018 - 6-ish months later. I've used this speaker every day since I got it back in October of 2017 (I listen to music a lot). It's probably my favorite bluetooth speaker that I have ever purchased (even including the original Soundlink Mini and newer and larger Revolve+, both of which I still have) not necessarily because it sounds better than the two - but it can definitely compete at lower volumes, but because of its small factor and waterproofing. This is the first expensive speaker that I have that actually feels durable - I don't worry about babying it like I do with the Mini and Revolve+. Along with the Revolve+, as I noted above - they both work surprisingly well when paired together in party/stereo mode - so if you need something louder than the Micro (and can afford it) I would definitely recommend getting the Revolve+ and pairing the two together so you can have something small for regularly every day use and something for a party on the weekends!
Edit 3: 07/2018 - 9-ish months later: I've added more comparison speakers and updated how the speaker sounds with certain test tracks. Micro is still going strong (and still use it everyday).
Edit 4: 10/2018 - A little after the 1 year mark. Still use it every day since I've gotten it - battery shows no sign of decline. I wanted to point out a few things I missed and noticed haven't been mentioned in other reviews:
1) Even at low volumes, you can really feel the bass when holding the speaker. The speaker won't vibrate due to its soft silicone covered body - but there's something fun about not just listening - but literally feeling the music.
2) A lot of people are complaining about a *very neat* feature that most other non-Bose bluetooth speakers do not have in that you can turn on the Micro (and other Bose Revolve speakers) remotely from your device e.g. selecting the Micro in your Bluetooth list automatically turns it on without needing to push the power button on the speaker. This is particularly helpful on their larger speakers, like when the Revolve+ is mounted on a tripod somewhere. This only works if your device has previously paired with the speaker (as evidenced in the Bose Connect App device history list) - so only you can turn the device on remotely. But some are complaining because they decided to connect it to a smart device i.e. an Echo, Fire stick, etc. - with the problem being that when those devices update overnight, for example, they'll reconnect upon completion which makes the speaker wake up in the middle of the night. You can simply disable the pairing in the Bose app for the problem smart device and this fixes the issue. I would be very disappointed if Bose removed this functionality due to a small few who can't use the speaker correctly.
3) I will note a flaw with connecting the speaker to a PC (or a Mac) which also effects the larger Revolve speakers. PCs don't support linked volume control like our phones do - i.e. when you change the volume on your phone, it immediately changes on the Bose, and vice-versa, but instead you have independent volume control (e.g. the PC has it's own volume level and the Bose has it's own volume level set by the volume buttons on the speaker itself). However, when connected to a PC, the Bose's volume buttons are locked (when you push -/+ the status light on the speaker blinks on/off to like that action is unavailable). This would be fine if the internal volume on the Bose was set to 100% - where then you can simply use the PC volume to control the speaker volume - this would mimic absolute volume control. However, the Bose's internal volume fixed at a low volume - meaning even if the PC volume is set to 100%, the volume may still be quite low on the speaker. Bose should allow the physical volume buttons to be used in this case to increase the volume on the speaker's end or simply max out the internal volume while we control the volume from the PC.
None of this changes the 5 star rating. On a future gen Micro, though, I would like to see, at a minimum, a type-C USB port with USB audio like the larger Revolve line which has micro-USB with USB audio. It would be nice to see an increase in either battery life or fidelity at higher volumes (not necessarily louder but I definitely wouldn't complain).
1) Sound and Bass - is it a good replacement for my laptop or phone speakers while travelling ? - YES
2) Small footprint or small size for easy portability - does it fit inside a small backpack or laptop bag ? - YES
3) Weatherproof and Waterproof - can I enjoy music while taking a shower or camping outside ? - YES
4) Price and Performance - is it worth $99 compared to similar sized products in this category ? - YES
Now some unrealistic expectations or misconceptions about this product:
1) The bass and sound is poor - Check the sound settings of your laptop, specially in Windows 10. Click on the volume icon and you'll see a drop down menu on top which should read "Speakers (your Bose speaker name)". If the menu reads "Headset Earphone" mode, the sound quality will suffer and you won't get good bass. It is because your speaker is acting as a mic at the same time. Just switch it to "Speaker" mode and you will get the clear sound back.
2) The connectivity issues - It is a minor issue but not a big one for me. And it is an easy fix. To save battery, the Bose speaker is defaulted to 5 mins on the "Sleep Mode". Just change the setting to a longer time through the Bose App.
3) The strap doesn't hold the speaker - Well it is a struggle if you are trying to put it over a large piece of pole or an object. From my understanding the size is perfect for it to kept anywhere. It does not need to be latched on to something. It is not made for tough bike rides, if that is your priority get a different speaker which has a carabiner or use in ear style wireless buds.
Overall this thing is sturdy and with moderate rough handling, it hasn't showed any signs of wear or tear in 2 years. I am really happy with the product quality and the sound. It is a dream for avid travelers and for people on the move. Don't use this speaker as a party speaker, it won't serve that purpose for you. Get a different Bose product or speaker to fulfill that need. Be very clear with what your needs are.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2020
1) Sound and Bass - is it a good replacement for my laptop or phone speakers while travelling ? - YES
2) Small footprint or small size for easy portability - does it fit inside a small backpack or laptop bag ? - YES
3) Weatherproof and Waterproof - can I enjoy music while taking a shower or camping outside ? - YES
4) Price and Performance - is it worth $99 compared to similar sized products in this category ? - YES
Now some unrealistic expectations or misconceptions about this product:
1) The bass and sound is poor - Check the sound settings of your laptop, specially in Windows 10. Click on the volume icon and you'll see a drop down menu on top which should read "Speakers (your Bose speaker name)". If the menu reads "Headset Earphone" mode, the sound quality will suffer and you won't get good bass. It is because your speaker is acting as a mic at the same time. Just switch it to "Speaker" mode and you will get the clear sound back.
2) The connectivity issues - It is a minor issue but not a big one for me. And it is an easy fix. To save battery, the Bose speaker is defaulted to 5 mins on the "Sleep Mode". Just change the setting to a longer time through the Bose App.
3) The strap doesn't hold the speaker - Well it is a struggle if you are trying to put it over a large piece of pole or an object. From my understanding the size is perfect for it to kept anywhere. It does not need to be latched on to something. It is not made for tough bike rides, if that is your priority get a different speaker which has a carabiner or use in ear style wireless buds.
Overall this thing is sturdy and with moderate rough handling, it hasn't showed any signs of wear or tear in 2 years. I am really happy with the product quality and the sound. It is a dream for avid travelers and for people on the move. Don't use this speaker as a party speaker, it won't serve that purpose for you. Get a different Bose product or speaker to fulfill that need. Be very clear with what your needs are.
Thank you for reading this.
Top reviews from other countries
I would buy this again for sure. Well worth the extra paid instead of a $30-50 device that most times doesn't last a year. Or even whole it's damp out. Damp weather didn't bother the speaker either while camping.