Bose's new SoundLink Plus portable Bluetooth speaker offers durable design and impressive sound, but its $269 price is higher than similarly sized competitors. While it boasts IP67 water resistance and a 20-hour battery life, it lacks features like Wi-Fi and smart assistant integration found in pricier models. Sound quality is good, with clear vocals and decent bass, although high frequencies can be fatiguing at higher volumes. The speaker also functions as a power bank, but charging speed is slow.

Prepared by Jonathan Pierce and reviewed by editorial team.