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product_id: 385698915
title: "Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable Speaker, Wireless Waterproof Speaker for Outdoor Travel—Black"
brand: "bose"
price: "R5375"
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reviews_count: 9
category: "Bose"
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# IP67 waterproof & dustproof 5W powerful stereo output 12-hour rechargeable battery Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable Speaker, Wireless Waterproof Speaker for Outdoor Travel—Black

**Brand:** bose
**Price:** R5375
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎵 Elevate your outdoor vibe with Bose SoundLink Flex — sound that moves with you!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable Speaker, Wireless Waterproof Speaker for Outdoor Travel—Black by bose
- **How much does it cost?** R5375 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- bose enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted bose brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-Day Battery Life:** Up to 12 hours of uninterrupted playback with quick USB-C charging to keep your soundtrack going.
- • **Smart Hands-Free Control:** Built-in microphone with one-touch access to Siri or Google Assistant keeps you connected on the move.
- • **Adventure-Ready Durability:** IP67-rated waterproof, dustproof, and drop-resistant design that even floats—perfect for your active lifestyle.
- • **Seamless Bluetooth Connectivity:** Instant pairing with devices and Bose SimpleSync technology for effortless multi-room sound.
- • **Immersive 360° Sound Experience:** Custom-engineered transducer delivers deep, clear audio that fills any space, indoors or outdoors.

## Overview

The Bose SoundLink Flex is a compact, rugged Bluetooth speaker engineered for premium 5W stereo sound with deep bass. Its IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating ensures durability for outdoor adventures, while a 12-hour rechargeable battery and USB-C charging provide all-day music. Featuring proprietary PositionQ technology for optimal sound orientation, built-in microphone for calls and voice assistant access, and Bose SimpleSync for multi-speaker pairing, it’s designed to deliver immersive audio wherever you go.

## Description

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Review: Super quality sound outdoors - I was looking for a lightweight speaker for use mainly outdoors, where I wouldn't want to crank the volume up too loud, and it was either this one or the JBL Flip 6 which is about £30 cheaper. Having used a Bose Soundlink, designed to drop iPod into for years (with a bluetooth adapter) I was really please with the build quality and the sound, so decided to go with the Flex. The sound quality is excellent and gives a really "big" sound, if you didn't see the unit, you'd think it was much larger to achieve such a sound It's very bass heavy, which may not please some people, but considering there's only one drive unit in it, it handles the range of frequencies very well, and when turned up load, really fills a room without noticeable distortion. Gives a really good thumping sound to Techno and rock music, but equally gives a very pleasant rendering of a Beethoven Piano concerto.. Always a "shot in the dark" buying audio equipment unheard, but I'm really happy with it, It's water and dustproof, but that doesn't concern me, very well constructed and , for me anyway, a much nicer design than the generic cylindrical shape of most small speakers. I use it with an iPhone, and as with my Bose headphones, it connects instantly when it's switched on, giving and audio description the battery level and the device connected. I've only tried it once receiving a phone call, and compared with the music sound level, the audio was very very quiet, and I had to turn the volume up to full to just about hear it, so that may be an issue if the ability to use it for phone calls was a deciding factor for purchase. All in all though, a great little speaker.
Review: Very impressive sound, compact, fast connection over bluetooth - This bose speak is very impressive - its sound from such a small speaker is tremendous. The bass is lively, the midrange and treble is all there too. Battery life is fab, have only charged it once and used it for a few hours and its on 70% (it tells you this when you power it on). I like the way it connects very fast to Bluetooth on my phone, its almost instant. The back and around the edges is like a softer rubbery kind of feel and two bumps on its length at the bottom act as feet so it can lay down and face you to give you sound. Outdoors its really impressive, if fills a huge garden area, so you have to watch the sound levels so as not to annoy people. The performance of some other speakers I've tried (friends speakers) are bass overkill and are much larger. This Bose is spot on, it's got a lot of feeling and bass without being overwhelming to the point of needing to turn it down, and for such a compact speaker I don't know how they've managed it. We sometimes hang it off the door handle to give an ear height to the speaker when in the garden sat down. Easy to charge via a usb type c cable. Apparently it's ok to get it wet, I haven't tried this yet of course! Overall, I would not change this for anything else. Fits in a rucksack or bag easily due to its compact size, and feels substantial as it weighs 586grams - this thing won't blow over in the wind. Awesome, love it.

## Features

- STATE-OF-ART DESIGN: SoundLink Flex outdoor speaker is packed with exclusive technologies and a custom-engineered transducer for deep, clear, and immersive audio at home or on the go
- CLEAREST POSSIBLE SOUND: Proprietary Position Qtechnology automatically detects the position of your portable Bluetooth speaker for optimal sound quality in any orientation or environment
- WATERPROOF WIRELESS SPEAKER FOR TRAVEL: SoundLink Flex is rigorously tested to meet IP67 waterproof speaker standards. Crafted and sealed with waterproof materials, it even floats – ideal for outdoor adventures
- PORTABLE BLUETOOTH SPEAKER: Built to resist water, dust, and debris, in a design that withstands drops and rust, this compact speaker goes wherever you do. It’s also easy to hold and store, and resistant to corrosion and UV light
- RECHARGEABLE BATTERY: Portable speaker charges through USB-C cable (included). Lithium-ion battery offers up to 12 hours of life per charge
- BUILT-IN MICROPHONE: You can make and receive calls through the portable Bluetooth speaker. Just one button accesses your phone's Siri or Google Assistant voice input
- BLUETOOTH WIRELESS SPEAKER: SoundLink Flex pairs with Bluetooth-enabled devices like phones and additional Bose speakers within a range of 30 feet
- BOSE CONNECT APP: App automatically updates the portable Bluetooth speaker with the latest software, allows you to customize settings, unlock product features, and more
- BOSE SIMPLESYNC TECHNOLOGY: SimpleSync pairs your Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker to compatible Bose products for sound that follows you from room to room. Away from your phone? Press and hold the Bluetooth button on each device to sync their sound. Already got a group going? Link by pressing the Action button to connect at a moment’s notice

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B099TJGJ91 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | For music players |
| Audio Driver Size | 5 Centimetres |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Encoding | 5.1 Disney Enhanced Home Theater Mix |
| Audio Latency | 50 Milliseconds |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Battery Average Life | 12 Hours |
| Battery Capacity | 1000 Milliamp Hours |
| Battery Charge Time | 12 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | 463 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bluetooth Range | 9 Metres |
| Box Contents | Bluetooth speaker, USB-C to USB-A charging cable, Quick start guide, Safety sheet |
| Brand Name | Bose |
| Colour | black / black |
| Compatible Devices | iPhone, iPad, Android |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Smart phone |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Controller Type | Smartphone/Tablet App |
| Customer Package Type | FFP file |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (38,941) |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Frequency Response | 400 GHz |
| Impedance | 1 Ohms |
| Input Voltage | 5 Volts (DC) |
| Is Waterproof | True |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 5.2D x 20.1W x 9H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Microphone, Waterproof Wireless Speaker for Travel, Outdoor, Pool, Black |
| Item Weight | 1.3 Pounds |
| MP3 player | No |
| Manufacturer | Bose |
| Maximum Range | 9 Metres |
| Maximum Speaker Output Power (in watts) | 5 Watts |
| Model Name | 865983-0100 |
| Model Number | 865983-0100 |
| Mounting Type | Tabletop |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Number Of Circuits | 1 |
| Number of Audio Channels | 2.0 |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Microphones | 1 |
| Number of Power Levels | 5 |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Processor Count | 2 |
| Product Features | Waterproof, IP67 Dustproof |
| Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer |
| Series Number | 1 |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 81.6 dB |
| Speaker Size | 21.9 Centimetres |
| Speaker Type | Outdoor |
| Specific Uses For Product | outdoor activities, music playback, connecting to other devices |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Subwoofer Speaker Diameter | 5 Inches |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Tweeter Diameter | 1 Inches |
| UPC | 017817832014 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
| Wireless Technology Type | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Audio output mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** Bose
- **Connectivity technology:** Bluetooth
- **Frequency response:** 400 GHz
- **Input voltage:** 5 Volts (DC)
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Model name:** 865983-0100
- **Mounting type:** Tabletop
- **Speaker maximum output power:** 5 Watts
- **Speaker type:** Outdoor

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this pair with echo dot**
A: Hello, The Soundlink flex will connect to any Bluetooth Source. If the Echo Dot is able to look for discoverable devices and connect to the speaker, this would work. Kind regards

**Q: Does it support airplay?**
A: Thanks for your message, I am happy to inform you that Bose SoundLink Flex Speaker supports Airplay feature. {Nina- Bose Customer Support}

**Q: Can these be connected to TV ?**
A: Your TV will need to have Bluetooth, and this Bluetooth functionality must include BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy), A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) and a recent version of Bluetooth, e.g. Bluetooth 4.2. If your TV has this, you will be able to connect the TV to your SoundLink Flex speaker.

**Q: Does the speaker have an on/off button? Do I have to get up to turn the speaker in before playing music?**
A: Yes, the SoundLink Flex speaker has a Power button on top of the speaker. The SoundLink Flex speaker is also compatible with BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) technology, meaning that it will automatically reconnect with the last mobile device that was connected, once Bluetooth is activated on that mobile device.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super quality sound outdoors
*by P***S on 15 June 2023*

I was looking for a lightweight speaker for use mainly outdoors, where I wouldn't want to crank the volume up too loud, and it was either this one or the JBL Flip 6 which is about £30 cheaper. Having used a Bose Soundlink, designed to drop iPod into for years (with a bluetooth adapter) I was really please with the build quality and the sound, so decided to go with the Flex. The sound quality is excellent and gives a really "big" sound, if you didn't see the unit, you'd think it was much larger to achieve such a sound It's very bass heavy, which may not please some people, but considering there's only one drive unit in it, it handles the range of frequencies very well, and when turned up load, really fills a room without noticeable distortion. Gives a really good thumping sound to Techno and rock music, but equally gives a very pleasant rendering of a Beethoven Piano concerto.. Always a "shot in the dark" buying audio equipment unheard, but I'm really happy with it, It's water and dustproof, but that doesn't concern me, very well constructed and , for me anyway, a much nicer design than the generic cylindrical shape of most small speakers. I use it with an iPhone, and as with my Bose headphones, it connects instantly when it's switched on, giving and audio description the battery level and the device connected. I've only tried it once receiving a phone call, and compared with the music sound level, the audio was very very quiet, and I had to turn the volume up to full to just about hear it, so that may be an issue if the ability to use it for phone calls was a deciding factor for purchase. All in all though, a great little speaker.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very impressive sound, compact, fast connection over bluetooth
*by J***E on 2 August 2024*

This bose speak is very impressive - its sound from such a small speaker is tremendous. The bass is lively, the midrange and treble is all there too. Battery life is fab, have only charged it once and used it for a few hours and its on 70% (it tells you this when you power it on). I like the way it connects very fast to Bluetooth on my phone, its almost instant. The back and around the edges is like a softer rubbery kind of feel and two bumps on its length at the bottom act as feet so it can lay down and face you to give you sound. Outdoors its really impressive, if fills a huge garden area, so you have to watch the sound levels so as not to annoy people. The performance of some other speakers I've tried (friends speakers) are bass overkill and are much larger. This Bose is spot on, it's got a lot of feeling and bass without being overwhelming to the point of needing to turn it down, and for such a compact speaker I don't know how they've managed it. We sometimes hang it off the door handle to give an ear height to the speaker when in the garden sat down. Easy to charge via a usb type c cable. Apparently it's ok to get it wet, I haven't tried this yet of course! Overall, I would not change this for anything else. Fits in a rucksack or bag easily due to its compact size, and feels substantial as it weighs 586grams - this thing won't blow over in the wind. Awesome, love it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Bluetooth speaker which has proved invaluable for a number of reasons
*by P***A on 3 April 2023*

After watching countless Youtube videos on this product I took the plunge and bought the Bose Flex from Amazon. Nothing can prepare you for the sound that comes out of this small speaker. I already own a Bose Micro speaker and a Bose Revolve. I prefer the sound out of this and the form factor. When working from home I use the speaker connected to Microsoft Teams for meeting and it seamlessly connects to various devices at the same time so if I get a call on my mobile it switches over and in between meetings I can stream a news channel or radio through it from my personal laptop. When I'm in the office I can use it as a voice conference speaker with around 6 people in a meeting room on Microsoft Teams and when staying in hotels it enhances the sound of movies or TV playing on my tablet, great for audio books. I am a semi professional guitar player and agonise over EQ and sound. Some people don't like the fact there is no way to EQ this speaker but in my opinion it doesn't need it and it one less thing to have to mess about with. It's really well balanced and it really does sound amazing. I find it goes with me everywhere and is easy to transport because of the form factor. Everyone I have demo'd this speaker to has been blown away by the sound! If I had to pick cons, takes a while to charge and whilst 10 hours of battery life if fine for me it may not be for some people. If it helps I use this device with a Galaxy s22 Ultra, Surface laptop and Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra with no issues.

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*Last updated: 2026-04-24*