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Bose SoundLink Color II vs JBL Charge 6

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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Bose SoundLink Color II

Bose SoundLink Color II

  • About 540 g.
  • Up to 8 hours per charge.
  • IPX4 rating.
  • Bluetooth wireless.
  • Power source: rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
KSh 20,800In Stock
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JBL Charge 6

JBL Charge 6

  • 4,722 mAh battery capacity.
  • 34 Wh of stored energy.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • 45 W rated output.
  • IP68 water and dust resistance.
KSh 19,800In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Bose SoundLink Color II if you want a lighter build (about 544.3 g) and an access to paired phone’s Siri or Google voice assistant. Choose the JBL Charge 6 if you want longer rated battery life (24 hours per charge), IP68 water resistance and a lower price (KSh 1,000 less).

Portability

Bose SoundLink Color II
About 540 g
JBL Charge 6
990 g

Weight

Bose SoundLink Color II
About 544.3 g
JBL Charge 6
990 g

Battery life

Bose SoundLink Color II
Up to 8 hours per charge
JBL Charge 6
Up to 24 hours per charge

Water resistance

Bose SoundLink Color II
IPX4 water and dust resistance
JBL Charge 6
IP68 water and dust resistance

Connections

Bose SoundLink Color II
Bluetooth wireless
JBL Charge 6
Bluetooth 5.4

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Bose SoundLink Color II

  • Lighter: about 544.3 g (vs 990 g).
  • Access to paired phone’s Siri or Google voice assistant.
  • Power source: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

JBL Charge 6

  • Rated for up to 24 hours per charge (vs 8).
  • IP68 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
  • Lower price: KSh 19,800 (vs KSh 20,800).
  • Power source: Rechargeable battery / USB charging.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityBose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge 6
PortabilityAbout 540 g990 g
WeightAbout 544.3 g990 g
Battery lifeUp to 8 hours per chargeUp to 24 hours per charge
Water resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistanceIP68 water and dust resistance
ConnectionsBluetooth wirelessBluetooth 5.4
SoftwareWorks with the Bose Connect appJBL Portable / 7-Band EQ / Firmware Updates

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge 6
BrandBoseJBL
ModelSound Link Color IICharge 6
Announced2016—
TypePortable Bluetooth SpeakerPortable Bluetooth Speaker
ColorAquatic Blue, Coral Red, Soft Black or Polar White—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge 6
DimensionsApproximately 5 × 5 × 2 inches (W × H × D)229 × 99 × 94mm
WeightApproximately 1.2 lb (0.54 kg)0.99 kg with strap; 0.96 kg without strap

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge 6
Battery—34 Wh lithium-ion polymer (7.2 V / 4722 mAh)

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge 6
BluetoothBluetooth wireless; NFC touch-to-pair5.4
App SupportBose Connect appJBL Portable | 7-Band EQ | Firmware Updates
Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs—A2DP 1.4; AVRCP 1.6
Wi-Fi—Bluetooth-only portable speaker
Wired Inputs—USB-C Lossless Audio
HDMI—Portable speaker design
Microphone / Guitar Inputs—No microphone or guitar input
Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing—Auracast

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge 6
Voice AssistantAccess to paired phone’s Siri or Google voice assistantNo built-in voice assistant
Special FeaturesSpeakerphone; voice prompts; NFC pairing—
Lightshow—No party lightshow
Party Features—Not a party-speaker product
Home Cinema Features—Not a home-cinema speaker

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge 6
DriversDual-opposing passive radiators53×93mm Racetrack Woofer + 20mm Tweeter
Audio FeaturesBuilt-in microphone for hands-free calls; NFC pairingMicrophone system: No built-in microphone
Frequency Response—56Hz – 20kHz
Total Power Output—45W (30W Woofer + 15W Tweeter)

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge 6
Power SourceRechargeable lithium-ion battery; USB chargingRechargeable battery / USB charging
Battery LifeUp to 8 hoursUp to 24h / 28h with Playtime Boost
Charging PortUSB chargingUSB-C PD, 5–20 V / up to 3 A
Charging Time—~3 hours

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge 6
Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4IP68 Waterproof & Dustproof | Drop-proof up to 1m
MaterialsSilicone exterior85% recycled plastic; 100% recycled grille fabric
Placement / Mounting—Free-standing portable placement

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge 6
Speaker / SoundbarBose Sound Link Color IICharge 6
Subwoofer—No subwoofer supplied
Remote Control—No remote control supplied
Power Cable—Not supplied
Audio / HDMI Cable—Not applicable
Mounting Accessories—Portable design
Other Accessories—Removable strap
Documentation—Quick-start guide; warranty and safety information

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same type: Portable Bluetooth Speaker.

In summary

Bose SoundLink Color II is the lighter option to carry; JBL Charge 6 trades extra weight for longer rated battery life and IP68 water and dust resistance.

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