Big sound, small package.
Weather, dust, & life proof
Up to 12 hours of battery life per charge
PositionIQ technology
Built to handle some bruising

Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker

3.1 out of 5 Customer Rating
The Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth® wireless waterproof speaker fuels your passions wherever life takes you.
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Price is:

$189.00

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Big sound, small package.
Weather, dust, & life proof
Up to 12 hours of battery life per charge
PositionIQ technology
Built to handle some bruising
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Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker
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Price is:

$189.00

Product details

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What’s in the Box
  • Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker
  • USB Type-C cable

The SoundLink Flex’s Bluetooth connection is capable of stable operation at at least 9 m (30 ft). Performance can be affected by obstacles such as walls or metal, interference from Wi-Fi® or other wireless devices, and device manufacturers’ Bluetooth implementations. SoundLink Flex uses the same Bluetooth 4.2 chip that Bose has used in many other speakers, building on our years of interoperability experience and rigorous testing to offer a strong and highly reliable connectivity experience.

The SoundLink Flex keeps track of the last 8 devices to have paired and connected with it, dropping the least recently used when a new one is paired. When in Bluetooth mode, the SoundLink Flex searches for and connects to the two most recently connected active Bluetooth-enabled devices. The speaker only receives audio from one device at a time. When the first device stops playing, the other can start.

When in audio playback mode, the multi-function button allows for play (single press), pause (single press), track forwards (double press) and track backwards (triple press). Pressing and holding the multi-function button will activate the voice control capabilities of your device. Pressing the multi-function button again will exit the voice control mode.


When there is an incoming call, pressing the multi-function button will answer the call and pressing and holding it will reject the call. During an active call, pressing the multi-function button will end the call.

The microphone in the speaker acts as an extension of the microphone in your smartphone. It’s activated when you make or take a call and when you use the multi-function button to access the voice control capabilities on your device to ask Siri or the Google Assistant to play music, tell you the weather, give you the score of a match and other common tasks.

Yes. The SoundLink Flex can be used for both out-loud listening and hands-free communication, perfect for phone calls or even group meetings while working from home.

When a call comes in, the audio on the SoundLink Flex will pause and the call will ring through the speaker. If you wish to answer the call through the SoundLink Flex, simply press the multi-function button to answer the call. You can now talk into the speaker itself to conduct your phone call. Once you end your call, music playback will resume. Some details of this experience will vary depending on the implementation by the phone manufacturer.

Party Mode lets you connect two Bose Bluetooth speakers to play audio in perfect sync. This feature requires any two Bose Bluetooth speakers from the following list: SoundLink Flex, SoundLink Micro, SoundLink Color II, SoundLink Revolve (series I & II) and SoundLink Revolve+ (series I & II). The primary method of entering this mode is through the Bose Connect app.

If you have not yet downloaded the Bose Connect app, you can still enable Party Mode by pressing and holding the Bluetooth and volume-up buttons until you hear “Press the Bluetooth and volume-down buttons simultaneously on a second Bose device.”

On the other speaker, press and hold the Bluetooth and volume-down buttons simultaneously and release the buttons when the speaker emits a tone.

After 10 seconds, you hear “Party Mode” from both speakers simultaneously. Party Mode is enabled. You are now able to play audio in unison using your device.

Stereo Mode, as the name suggests, enables a stereo audio experience via two Bose Bluetooth speakers from the following list: SoundLink Flex, SoundLink Micro, SoundLink Color II, SoundLink Revolve (II) and SoundLink Revolve+ (II). The primary method of entering this mode is through the Bose Connect app.

If you did not yet download the Bose Connect app, you can still enable this mode by first configuring Party Mode as described above. Then, toggle to Stereo Mode by pressing and holding the Bluetooth button and volume up until you hear “Stereo Mode.”

Pressing Bluetooth and volume up again will toggle back to Party Mode.

SoundLink Flex features one custom-designed transducer and two small passive radiators (one front and one rear facing) to deliver the clearest possible sound and strong, deep bass for a product of its size. The speaker also features PositionIQ technology, which automatically detects its orientation and optimizes the EQ to ensure natural, lifelike sound no matter the orientation. Together, these technologies enable the SoundLink Flex to deliver an exceptional music experience with remarkable simplicity.

Using a built-in sensor, SoundLink Flex detects its orientation and automatically adjusts its EQ to deliver an uncompromised high-fidelity audio experience, whether it’s vertical, lying flat or horizontal. SoundLink Flex is the only Bose product to feature this proprietary technology.

No. The SoundLink Flex’s wireless connection is Bluetooth only.

With SoundLink Flex, we’ve stretched beyond the required testing parameters—in this case an IP67-rated product—to ensure that your speaker will long outlast an accidental drop into water or getting exposed to a dust storm. The SoundLink Flex is completely dust proof and can withstand water splashes as well as the pressure of being immersed in water up to 1 m (3.3 ft) deep, for up to 30 minutes. To ensure further protection from water, dust and debris, the transducer and passive radiators underneath the steel grille are built with rugged waterproof materials.

Yes. The SoundLink Flex will float.

The SoundLink Flex is rugged and sturdy enough to take everywhere. If it gets dirty, you can simply clean it off using (lukewarm) tap water and a microfibre cloth. Also make sure to rinse it with fresh water if it’s exposed to salt or chlorinated water. Don’t use a cleaning detergent or alcohol. Ensure that the charging port is clean and dry before you connect it to power.

No. While the loop is designed to provide many years of service without noticeable degradation in performance, if it does break, the unit must be sent back and the loop repaired/replaced by Bose.

In typical usage, the SoundLink Flex battery lasts up to 12 hours. As with any battery-operated device, battery performance can vary based on a number of different factors. These include the type of content being played, the volume at which it’s played and the surrounding temperature. SoundLink Flex was rigorously tested and verified to provide up to 12 hours of battery life based on playing music at typical indoor temperatures from Spotify’s Global Top 50 at 65% volume, which represents a comfortable volume while listening indoors. Under these typical use conditions, SoundLink Flex offers approximately 12 hours of playtime, or about 17 hours of podcasts or voice calls. Listening to music at less than 50% volume ensures a longer battery life, whereas increasing the volume past 65% of max decreases the life of the battery at a faster rate.

Because SoundLink Flex employs a standard USB-C charging interface, it can receive power from nearly any USB power source. For best results, use the included USB-C to USB-A cable with a USB power source rated for at least 1.5 amps (not included). Please note that some power sources with less than 1 amp of current may charge SoundLink Flex more slowly than the recommended power sources and may not be able to keep up with the power consumed while the speaker is operating.

While not playing music, much of the SoundLink Flex’s battery charge can be recovered in approximately 4 hours when using a USB power source. With a stronger power source (1.5 amp), charging time may be closer to 3 hours. Charging from alternate USB power sources or when playing music may take longer.

Yes. You can manually pair your mobile device to a SoundLink Flex speaker without using the Bose Connect app. First, enable Bluetooth in your phone’s settings. Power on the SoundLink Flex and press and hold the Bluetooth button. You will hear “Ready to connect” and the speaker’s Bluetooth light will blink blue. In your phone’s settings, choose “Bose Flex SoundLink” from the list of devices. You will hear “Connected to <mobile device name>” and the speaker’s Bluetooth light will become solid white, indicating that your mobile device and speaker are connected.

Yes. You can pair a Bose SoundLink Flex with another Bose Bluetooth speaker without using the Bose Connect app. To manually pair a SoundLink Flex with another Bose Bluetooth speaker, make sure both speakers are powered on and one speaker is connected to your mobile device. On the speaker connected to your device, press and hold the Bluetooth and the volume-up (+) buttons simultaneously. Release the buttons when you hear “Press the Bluetooth and volume-down buttons simultaneously on a second Bose device.” On the other speaker, press and hold the Bluetooth and volume-down (–) buttons simultaneously. Release the buttons when the speaker emits a tone. After about 10 seconds, you will hear “Party mode” from both speakers simultaneously. Party mode is enabled and you are now able to play audio in unison using your mobile device. For more information about manual pairing, including how to enable stereo mode, please refer to the SoundLink Flex owner’s guide.

Yes. All of SoundLink Flex’s components, including the USB-C charging port, are built with rugged waterproof materials. If water or dust enters the USB-C port, the speaker won’t be damaged because its interior components are sealed tightly to ensure protection from water, dust and debris. If debris gets into the charging port, you can gently brush it out (while taking care not to damage the pins). You can also gently rinse the port with fresh water (let it dry before operating the speaker).

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Astonishing sound. Wherever life takes you.


A portable speaker that is made for going wherever you go, the SoundLink Flex is the perfect musical sidekick for both days out and nights in.

Woman hiking with a Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker attached to her backpack
Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker being removed from a lake after being submerged

Built to survive summer

WATERPROOF AND DUSTPROOF (IP67)



Rigorously tested to meet an IP67 rating, SoundLink Flex is waterproof and dustproof inside and out. Dunk it in water, and it’ll keep on playing. It even floats. The speaker is also protected against dust, so you don’t need to worry if it gets sandy at the beach.

Built to handle some bruising

RUGGED DESIGN

With its powder-coated steel grille and silicone exterior, the SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker was purpose-built to make it adventure-ready. Its tough exterior can withstand almost any mishap, while its powder coat won’t peel or flake and is resistant to rust corrosion and UV light.
Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker on the ground with water and mud on it

Innovative tech you can hear


Packed with state-of-the-art tech, the SoundLink Flex is more than just a pretty package. Its innovative transducer ensures the clearest possible sound, meaning you hear distinct instruments, nuances in the vocals, and balanced treble and bass.

Stone Blue SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker

Incredible sound in any position

POSITIONIQ TECHNOLOGY



With its PositionIQ Technology, SoundLink Flex automatically adjusts to its orientation to optimize the sound. Whether it’s standing upright, lying on its back, or hanging from its tear-resistant utility loop, you’ll always hear your music in full, balanced tones.

Woman with a Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker attached to her backpack

Keeps up with you all day

UP TO 12 HOURS PER CHARGE



Whether you’re working a long shift or enjoying a day on the water, SoundLink Flex will provide your soundtrack all day. It can go for up to 12 hours on a single charge, and when it’s time to power back up, you can recharge it quickly via its USB-C port.

Plays well with others

PAIRS WITH OTHER BOSE SPEAKERS

SoundLink Flex’s Party Mode lets you pair it with another Bose Bluetooth speaker, meaning you can enjoy more of your music, inside and out.

A Stone Blue and a White Smoke SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker with a plus sign between them
Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speakers shown in Black, White Smoke, Stone Blue, and Chilled Lilac

Choose your colour

Available in a wide variety of shades and hues, the SoundLink Flex delivers astonishing sound no matter the colour. Pick what speaks to you and enjoy a sound and look that can bring any room or space alive.

Compatible with the Bose Connect app

With the Bose Connect app, you can personalize your settings, pair speakers, unlock product features, keep your software up to date, and more.

Speakerphone

SoundLink Flex’s built-in microphone lets you take calls when connected to your phone via Bluetooth, while the speaker’s excellent sound means you won’t miss a word.

Reliable Bluetooth pairing

Connect SoundLink Flex to your phone, tablet, or laptop using Bluetooth from up to 30 feet (9 metres) away. It will remember up to eight recently connected devices.

“Best mini Bluetooth speaker you can buy right now.”

Woman attaching a Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker to her backpack

Features built for the adventure you want to live

Black, White Smoke, Chilled Lilac, and Stone Blue Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speakers
  • Built to last
    With a powder-coated steel grille and silicone exterior to handle falls, it won't peel or flake, and it's resistant to rust corrosion and UV light.
  • Sound that finds you
    Engineered to automatically adjust to however it's oriented, PositionIQ makes sure to optimize your sound.
  • Big sound, small package.
    Innovative transducer is custom-designed to deliver clear sound and strong, deep bass that packs a punch.
  • Survives spills, dips, and more.
    IP67 rating means this waterproof, dustproof speaker can float in the ocean or get sandy at the beach, all without missing a beat.

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Ratings and Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 by from SoundLink Flex Individually or as a pair the sound quality is very good. I have a few different Bose products and thought that the micros I have were good. The SoundLink flex is several levels better/fuller/clearer
Date published: 2024-10-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great little box of sound In the past I've set up stereo systems in homes and the best I ever found was a speaker system by Iowa it was all electric it was only 1 in thick speakers this bose this little box fills my whole apartment with the sound I don't know what Bose did but it's beautiful it's true sound you can even hear when a guitar player slides the g-string it's just like those electric Iowa speakers that are installed 40 years ago
Date published: 2024-09-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Amazing sound! Bought this for my little girl. Carried to our mountain bike trails so first day got dirty and rained on... all good!! AMAZING sound in such a small package!!! So happy with my purchase and the color is so cool. My lil girl is extremely excited!!
Date published: 2024-09-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Powerful speaker in a small package! I bought this to replace a speaker in the master bath and have been extremely happy with the sound quality of this speaker. It has exceeded my expectations.
Date published: 2024-09-14
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Yup, it's AWESOME!!! A friend of ours had this speaker and we loved it! Ended up purchasing 2 so that we could have a "surround" sound experience. AWESOME! For a portable speaker, this baby packs a punch with great sound. Would highly recommend!!
Date published: 2024-09-12
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