Portability
- Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker
- 928 g
- JBL Xtreme 4
- 2.1 kg
Speaker comparison
Bose SoundLink Home vs JBL Xtreme 4
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker
KSh 33,000In Stock | 02  JBL Xtreme 4
KSh 34,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker if you want a lighter build (928 g), an access to paired phone’s voice assistant and a lower price (KSh 1,000 less). Choose the JBL Xtreme 4 if you want longer rated battery life (24 hours per charge) and IP67 water resistance.
Water resistance
- Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker
- No official water-resistance rating
- JBL Xtreme 4
- IP67 water and dust resistance
Audio
- Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker
- Bluetooth multipoint
- JBL Xtreme 4
- AI Sound Boost
Battery life
- Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker
- Up to 9 hours per charge
- JBL Xtreme 4
- Up to 24 hours per charge
Charging time
- Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker
- 4 hours
- JBL Xtreme 4
- 3.5 hours at 20 V / 3 A
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker
- Lighter: 928 g (vs 2.1 kg).
- Access to paired phone’s voice assistant.
- Lower price: KSh 33,000 (vs KSh 34,000).
- Connects to two devices at once.
JBL Xtreme 4
- Rated for up to 24 hours per charge (vs 9).
- IP67 water and dust resistance (the other has no rating).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker | JBL Xtreme 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Portability | 928 g | 2,100 g |
| Output power | Rechargeable battery, USB-C charging | 100 W rated output |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Weight | 928 g | 2.1 kg |
| Water resistance | No official water-resistance rating | IP67 water and dust resistance |
| Audio | Bluetooth multipoint | AI Sound Boost |
| Battery life | Up to 9 hours per charge | Up to 24 hours per charge |
| Charging time | 4 hours | 3.5 hours at 20 V / 3 A |
| USB | USB-C audio and charging | USB-C charging input/output |
| Voice assistant | Access to paired phone’s voice assistant | No built-in voice assistant |
| Type | Home Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both use Bluetooth 5.3.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth is the lighter option to carry and costs less; JBL Xtreme 4 trades extra weight and cost for longer rated battery life and IP67 water and dust resistance.
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