Bose SoundLink Flex vs. Mini 2 SE. Music audio quality sound test. Listen 4 different genres!

I created these series of videos to share and compare the sound quality of a variety of speakers. Out of the box, update if necessary and with no EQ.

I personally picked this four songs in order to appreciate different genres for those of you who really want to hear the quality of the speakers.

Some comparisons might not be on the same category (size, price, plugged smart speakers vs. portable bluetooth speakers, etc…), so don’t start complaining! It’s all about the sound!

To record the sound I used the Sennheiser Ambeo Headset which captures 3D Audio.

Please wear headphones for an optimal/much better result.

I'll try to keep adding new comparisons to the "Battle of the Speakers" Playlist regularly, so stay tuned (get it?).

The digital peak meter represents which speaker is actually sounding - it is not meant as a real representation of the sound levels. Also, when a speaker is silent its name is greyed out.

Let me know if there is a particular pair or brand you would like me to test and I’ll do my best.

Enjoy!

Timestamps

0:01 Rock Pop
2:42 Electronic
5:56 Piano
7:44 Jazz

#flex #bose #soundlinkmini

[starplexus.]

finally, a useful video!
I was a bit bummed having ordered the sound link mini ll because a friend of mine has it (and only learning about the flex after having already ordered) the sound link mini ll much older and still pricier than the flex and many people seem to prefer the flex in online reviews, but this video finally convinced me that I made the right choice and the older model will be well worth the money :)
thank you! 😘

[ericmartinez]

Love both these! Have them both! The mini 2 has better sound quality but the the flex is louder. The mini2 is built to last I've had mine 5 yrs ALREADY and it STILL sounds the 1st day.

[bamdadmedia]

Hello Patricio! Thanks so much for such an amazing and a 'real' comparison. The Mini 2 win for me personally. And I can tell that either of these would make the owner happy while listening to their favorite tunes or content. Looking forward to more of your content. Subscribed!

[sonofzorro]

Thanks for doing the comparison this way. It seems like most reviewers prefer the Flex, but only play lame over processed "music" through them. The flex has some cool features for the modern user, and it sounds pretty darn good, but the sound from the Soundlink kicks the Flex's butt, if your recording is accurate. The Flex would be real nice if you are mobil, or at poolside or camping.

[derikhancock]

The mini is still the legend. I just bought a good used one on Amazon. Still an amazing speaker.

[cezzarmicu]

I sold my flex to get the mini 2 se. couldn’t be happier. The flex was louder but it had too much treble for my liking. It made my ears tired after some time listening thru it. The mini2 se does not do that to my ears ;)

[matt-lang]

The Mini 2 has THE best bass representation in any speaker of its size. I've tried at least a half dozen and always end up coming back to the Mini 2...

[fzluis]

Soundlink mini has deeper bass, flex is like JBL BT speakers, audio is balanced so you can crank it up. Mini I or II is way better, thank you for uploading this review, almost bought a flex.

I just got the flex last week, I must say despite its mono speaker, the performance is quite impressive. I'd say it's a good purchase, an addition to my collection. Overall both are great, it really depends on your usage, if you wanna go outdoors flex is better, but if you're into indoor use mini 1/2 is also good. Either way both models are great.

[jharuni]

Thank you so much for making and posting this. I have bought three Mini 2s. I'm not a fan of Bose's "special" sound but the Mini 2 is a miracle of compactness. There is nothing anywhere close to it at that size. The Flex sounds nice too, it's impressive. But my next one will be another Mini 2. I like the bass, the projection, the brick-house build and I know they are reliable. The flex has pretty colors but it looks a little more toyish, and sounds almost as good. Amazing video, thank you.

[aftabbanoori]

I have mini 2, and I love its sound, rich bass and clear high notes, also it is stereo.

[davidtodd]

Strange comments here. Listening via my Beoplay HX it is clear that the Flex has more clarity and a more balanced sound. All the Soundlink Mini 2 has is more base. I used to own one and it struggled with certain genres of music, podcasts etc. I’d say it’s biggest problem was overly muddy mids being drowned out. My Bose 700 overears have exactly the same problem. I will admit however that I do prefer the warmer sound profile typical of Bose.

[barml]

Thank you for playing real decent music. Definitely Soundlink

[thomaswagner]

I think the older model Bose mini Soundlink 1st generation sounds like more acoustic, which I’m willing to keep.

[mojojoedwards]

Keep doing what you are doing. No fluff and no wasting time. Flex suits the outdoors, Mini is for that little to medium room clarity.

[teddyhenriquez]

I have the flex and I like how it sounds specially hooked up to the TV to play games, but after watching this video I feel like the Mini has a better sound

[juanjara]

La razon de un bajo más profundo en el Mini 2 es que su Laberinto Acústico es más grande dadas sus dimensiones más amplias, incluso sus bocinas podían ser más profundas. el Mini 2 cuesta 25 dólares más que el Flex. el Mini 2 tiene cuerpo metálico lo que lo hace mas durable pero el Flex con su cuerpo plástico es más impermeable . Me parece que si lo que buscas es una bocina para casa u oficina el Mini 2 es lo adecuado pero si lo tuyo es el campo y los espacios abiertos lo adecuado es el Flex

[monarakudumbiya]

They are just differently EQed. It’s a matter of preference

[rishabhchander]

I think Bose engineers made mini is the only cutting edge piece of punch in Bose speakers nor ever designed unlike any other Bose speakers.

[doolhoofd]

This is exactly what I was looking for; thanks!
The Mini is clearly more musical, but has less treble.

[mauricioreyes]

Had them both and the sounlink mini 2 lacked in sound dispersing great base great in quality but sound fell off after walking away or not being faced by it flex just does more and is louder... and adapts to genres that the mini could not handle