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SoundLink Flex

A compact, rugged speaker with balanced sound, dependable battery life, and PositionIQ orientation sensing.

Bettr Than score

54/100

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$129.00

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JBL

Flip 7

A punchy portable speaker with an extra-rugged IP68 build and extended playtime through Playtime Boost.

Bettr Than score

46/100

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$149.95

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Side-by-side specifications

Specifications for SoundLink Flex and Flip 7
SoundLink FlexSpecificationFlip 7
Up to 12 hr
Battery
14 hr / 16 boost
IP67
Water & dust
IP68
1.3 lb
Weight
1.82 lb
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Floats
No
$129.00
Checked price
$149.95

The verdict

Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen) wins this matchup.

It earns the stronger overall score across price, battery life, water and dust protection, weight, USB-C support, and flotation. Choose JBL Flip 7 instead when its particular strengths fit your priorities better.

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