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Bose SoundLink Color II vs Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3

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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Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3

Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3

  • 925 g.
  • Up to 20 hours per charge.
  • Bluetooth wireless audio.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.
  • Power source: rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
KSh 21,500In 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 Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 if you want longer rated battery life (20 hours per charge) and IP67 water resistance.

Weight

Bose SoundLink Color II
About 540 g
Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
925 g

Battery life

Bose SoundLink Color II
Up to 8 hours per charge
Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
Up to 20 hours per charge

Water resistance

Bose SoundLink Color II
IPX4 water and dust resistance
Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
IP67 water and dust resistance

Audio

Bose SoundLink Color II
Built-in microphone for hands-free calls
Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
360° sound

Connections

Bose SoundLink Color II
Bluetooth wireless
Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
Bluetooth wireless audio

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Bose SoundLink Color II

  • Lighter: about 544.3 g (vs 925 g).

Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3

  • Rated for up to 20 hours per charge (vs 8).
  • IP67 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
  • Newer model: released in 2018 (vs 2016).

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PriorityBose SoundLink Color IIUltimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
PortabilityAbout 540 g925 g
WeightAbout 544.3 g925 g
Battery lifeUp to 8 hours per chargeUp to 20 hours per charge
Water resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistanceIP67 water and dust resistance
ConnectionsBluetooth wirelessBluetooth wireless audio
SoftwareWorks with the Bose Connect appBOOM & MEGABOOM by Ultimate Ears for iOS and Android

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIUltimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
BrandBoseUltimate Ears
ModelSound Link Color IIMEGABOOM 3 — Night Black: 984-001402; Sunset Red: 984-001406; Lagoon Blue: 984-001404
Announced2016August 2018
TypePortable Bluetooth SpeakerPortable Bluetooth Speaker
ColorAquatic Blue, Coral Red, Soft Black or Polar WhiteNight Black; Sunset Red; Lagoon Blue

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIUltimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
DimensionsApproximately 5 × 5 × 2 inches (W × H × D)225 mm high × 87 mm diameter
WeightApproximately 1.2 lb (0.54 kg)925 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIUltimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
Battery—Rechargeable lithium-ion

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIUltimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
BluetoothBluetooth wireless; NFC touch-to-pairBluetooth wireless audio
App SupportBose Connect appBOOM & MEGABOOM by Ultimate Ears for iOS and Android
Bluetooth Range—Up to 45 m
Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs—A2DP

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIUltimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
Voice AssistantAccess to paired phone’s Siri or Google voice assistant—
Special FeaturesSpeakerphone; voice prompts; NFC pairingFloats; Magic Button playback control; pairing memory for up to eight source devices

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIUltimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
DriversDual-opposing passive radiatorsTwo 50 mm full-range drivers, 4 Ohms; two 55 × 86 mm passive radiators
Audio FeaturesBuilt-in microphone for hands-free calls; NFC pairing360° sound; passive-radiator bass system
Speaker Configuration—Single portable speaker with 360° sound
Frequency Response—60 Hz–20 kHz
Maximum SPL—90 dBC
Sound Modes / EQ—Four presets and customizable equalizer in the app

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIUltimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
Power SourceRechargeable lithium-ion battery; USB chargingRechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery LifeUp to 8 hoursUp to 20 hours
Charging PortUSB chargingMicro-USB; optional POWER UP charging dock sold separately

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIUltimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4IP67; water and dust resistant; floats
MaterialsSilicone exteriorTwo-tone performance fabric covering
Controls—Power; Bluetooth pairing; volume; Magic Button for play/pause and track skip
Placement / Mounting—Upright portable speaker

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationBose SoundLink Color IIUltimate Ears MEGABOOM 3
Speaker / SoundbarBose Sound Link Color IIMEGABOOM 3 speaker
Subwoofer—No separate subwoofer
Remote Control—No remote control
Power Cable—Micro-USB charging cable
Audio / HDMI Cable—No audio or HDMI cable
Mounting Accessories—No mounting accessories
Other Accessories—Power adapter
Documentation—Quick start guide

Similarities

  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same type: Portable Bluetooth Speaker.

In summary

Bose SoundLink Color II is the lighter option to carry; Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 trades extra weight for longer rated battery life and IP67 water and dust resistance.

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In-stock alternatives

Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd GenFor Bose SoundLink Color IIBose SoundLink Flex 2nd GenView product ↗JBL Charge Essential 2For Bose SoundLink Color IIJBL Charge Essential 2View product ↗JBL Horizon 3For Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3JBL Horizon 3View product ↗Marshall Emberton IIFor Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3Marshall Emberton IIView product ↗

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