Battery life
- Bose SoundLink Color II
- Up to 8 hours per charge
- Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen
- Up to 12 hours per charge
Speaker comparison
Bose SoundLink Color II vs Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  Bose SoundLink Color II
KSh 20,800In Stock | 02  Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen
KSh 20,300In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Bose SoundLink Color II if you want a lighter build (about 544.3 g). Choose the Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen if you want longer rated battery life (12 hours per charge), IP67 water resistance and a lower price (KSh 500 less).
Portability
- Bose SoundLink Color II
- About 540 g
- Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen
- 585.6 g
Weight
- Bose SoundLink Color II
- About 544.3 g
- Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen
- 585.6 g
Water resistance
- Bose SoundLink Color II
- IPX4 water and dust resistance
- Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen
- IP67 water and dust resistance
Connections
- Bose SoundLink Color II
- Bluetooth wireless
- Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen
- Bluetooth 5.3
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Bose SoundLink Color II
- Lighter: about 544.3 g (vs 585.6 g).
- Power source: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen
- Rated for up to 12 hours per charge (vs 8).
- IP67 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Lower price: KSh 20,300 (vs KSh 20,800).
- Power source: Rechargeable battery / USB charging.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Bose SoundLink Color II | Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Portability | About 540 g | 585.6 g |
| Output power | Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
| Weight | About 544.3 g | 585.6 g |
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours per charge | Up to 12 hours per charge |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IP67 water and dust resistance |
| Connections | Bluetooth wireless | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Audio | Built-in microphone for hands-free calls | PositionIQ |
| Software | Works with the Bose Connect app | Works with the Bose app |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same type: Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
- Both are made by Bose.
In summary
SoundLink Color II is the lighter option to carry; SoundLink Flex 2nd trades extra weight for longer rated battery life and IP67 water and dust resistance.
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