JBL Flip 6 vs Bose Soundlink Flex: Which to Buy in 2024?
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In this video, we put the Bose Soundlink Flex against the JBL Flip 6, two class-leading portable Bluetooth speakers. We look at each speaker's design, sound quality, battery life, and features to help you decide which is best for you.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
0:23 Key Facts
1:33 Design
2:56 Sound Quality
8:17 Durability
10:31 Extra Features
11:07 Verdict
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I compared the JBL Flip 6, Marshall Emperton and Bose Soundlink Flex. All 3 were very impressive but I decided on the Flex because I could “feel” the bass.
Yes, boss soundlink flex all day...Good bass.
Bose
I agree but I think the bose has deeper low bass but the JBL has higher high bass. When the bass goes up.
I also have a Bose speaker but I prefer JBL Bose has a good quality and is very good in bass but it falter in mid and high frequencies. The Flip 6 doesn`t have the same bass level but sounds all in all more balanced and more mature - espacially at higher volume. Additional the JBL also has an manual equalizer. Than the housing of the Flip 6 isn`t as prone to scratches and dents than the housing of the Soundlink Flex is.
Flex vs jbl pulse5?
Sound test starts at 5:08
The green edits on the left are handy, great detail. Thanks for adding!
Super helpful. You explain so calm and clear! Bravo
Thanks for the superb review. Outstanding production values, writing, and editing. So refreshing! And it absolutely provided just the information I was after. Thanks again.
We had a 1st gen Echo in our master bathroom for listening to music in the morning th-cam.com/users/postUgkxABghAEkaIDGZfHRBH3D3rBrlraNmnC71 and while in the shower. I didn't realize how tinny and awful the sound output on the original Echo was until we replaced it with the Studio. It was a sonic upgrade far beyond what I was expecting. Just wow. I love it because it's like having speakers IN the shower. My friend likes it because the music is so loud that she can no longer hear me singing. So that's a win-win.
Bought my first set of bose home speakers 13 years ago. Two moves and three houses later they sound and work flawlessly.
They must not have the new "feature set" of always needing an internet connection, connected to an app to function and incredible signal latency.
I'm ready to throw my overpriced Bose sound system out the freakin' window.
Kudos on review, great to the point comparison feedback. Bought the Bose Soundlink Flex for $110 at Costco. I’m not an expert on sound, Happy with Bose.
I really like the layout of your review. Especially those icons on the left side. Insane production value.
I just noticed that, that’s awesome.
Appreciate the love! Working hard to constantly improve our content 🙏
@@artarealmblazer8452 he copied a much bigger tech youtuber called mrwhosetheboss
I think i prefer the JBL❤
Super helpful & very thorough! Thank you.
dude... awesome vid. great sound comparison, nice short clips.
I have two of the Bose Flex. I take them when I’m kayaking. The sound is amazing using the cockpit as a resonating chamber.
How is the Bluetooth range? Is it more then advertised? It’s my only concern. I can’t find any video covering the Bluetooth range in real life
@tristantheilgaard6315 I easily get about 50ft. If going through walls maybe 30-40ft.
It's interesting that this video was made 2 years ago, in 2022 and yet the title says "what is the best to buy in 2024" pretty good that you knew back then what would be the best to buy now 😂🤣🤣🤣
This was a great video review. Well done. It didn't help me with my decision making, but that is not meant to be a complaint. It just attests to how fair and honest your video was!
I am a JBL fan since 2012 still using JBL extreme 2
I have flip 6 and it sounds great playing every type of music. Crisp highs, clear midrange and a satisfying base for a small speaker. I’ve heard the Bose sound link flex and the difference wasn’t that noticeable for me to buy it.
Just bought Bose incredible sound
Love it
Watched many vids on the Bose, no one mentioned the silicone trim…..So thanks for that
I just got the flip six and I'm very pleased with the sound!
What I needed to see. Thank you.
Thank you for a brilliant review
I preferred the sound quality of the JBL , glad you did this test I was going to get the Bose
Thank you for your honest transparent unbiased review.
Hi, great review thanks for posting. Please can you confirm if the batteries can be replaced on either. Thanks
I've loved JBL since my Athena bookshelf model with 14" woofers. I've stayed with them thru a number of BT models, but when I heard Bose Soundlink Mini, I discovered the best little friend to represent my classical and jazz collection. It's like there's an intelligent mixer inside the speaker, ensuring the best representation from any complex source.
Was wondering just how classical and jazz would sound on both!? Thanks for your opinion. 👍🏻
I have got Bose Home Speaker 500
Believe me the quality of music it plays is just awesome …
Solid, comprehensive review 🙏cheers
Please make a comparison between the bose flex and marshall emberton! Really appreciate it if you could 🙏🏻
Thank you, very informative, this is video suited to my need, details and best comparison made very well.
Thanks for the feedback.
Thank you for this. You guys do a really solid job!!! Great work
I have a Bose MIni that I like a lot. I recently moved to a house on a River & wanted a bigger speaker for sitting outside. I was looking at the Bose Soundlink Revolve + but the price of 300.00 USD was a bit to much for a River or Beach speaker. So I was looking at Soundlink Flex for 149.00. After watching your video I will be purchasing the Soundlink flex
Great review. Thanks 😎👍
Excellent review
My Synergy let me down 2nd time in 1 year so I'm done with it. In the market now, circling around Bose but looking for relevant alternative. After watching your fine video I guess the Flex will be my next bt speaker. Thank you.
that’s really an awesome work… super cool ;)
Great review ty
Dude best review thanks
have you even watched it? They effectively put Flip6 at a disadvantage by putting it in vertical stand position which blocks one of the base woofers that it has on both ends. He then proceeded to announce that JBL lost it to Bose in base department.
Great review. Since you talk about durability, it would be great if you could take into account reparability of the object too. Too many times we buy objects that are designed to be hard to repair or not to be repaired at all. Thanks!
That is a great suggestion, and we will look into that in our upcoming videos.
@@smarthomesounds Thanks, especially for devices with a build-in battery that will not have an infinite life. That's a nice thing to take into account.
I didn't see your review until I posted mine. Same thing for me!
Non consumer repairable or serviceable means if something happens just buy a new one from them.
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@@oliviolanza1933на jbl большее запчастей, у сотни миллионов проданных копий устройств….😊
I have the Bose and very happy with it. I use it a lot and battery life is good.
I have bose soundbar ,and ipod dock , i am very satisfied w/the sound, planning to get soundlink flex,thanks for the great review!
Finally! Someone who actually plays the speaker during a review, instead of just yakking about out. Thank you!
The Bose flex is very cool in my opinion just got mine love that the EQ is available just by the way you position the speaker it activates Bose signature sound, mono, and surround (you'll hear it). The most impressive thing about Bose is that not only does it have EQ but it can change the range of sound on its own. For example if the song gets intense the volume goes up it's incredible
though it seems impressive i prefer to not have "self adaptive systems" tbh.
" if the song gets intense the volume goes up" -thats the purpose of mixing and mastering already. The song gets louder at the peak or better said it is lower until the peak and its mixed this way. I dont want a speaker additionally "improvising" and messing with the sound if you get me. This is why i gave away my Bose microlink micro. In the intro of many songs it automatically raises the volume and when the song really comes in then it goes into compression resulting in songs sounding sometimes even louder in the intro than after the first "drop". I really dont like this cause (again) it defeats the purpose of mixing and mastering.
But i am sure others will like it. Its just my opinion
@@saardean4481 you nailed it
@@saardean4481 you just sold the JBL for me. I don’t want my speaker messing with the sound like that
Is there an option to switch the automatic EQ off?
@@krishnagilda if you got this for Christmas someone loves ya but unfortunately it only switches by the way it stands I recommend hanging it, it's the best balance and you get extra surround if you swirl it lol
(I hang mine on a speed bag swivel)
Hey there ......great review..... One thing I'd like to mention, iv used the flip 4 extensively and my friend has used the Soundlink mini 2, the battery wear over the years on the flip 4 is much much faster than the bose. So whilst buying a portable speaker I would surely Keep that in mind. Even after replacing the battery from an authorized JBL service centre it was just not long lasting as the stock product. Just my personal experience. Hence I feel in that category bose does do well over jbl.
Same experience with 2 JBL speakers. Even after replacing the battery, I was disappointed.
Very interesting input, thank you :0
I must say I agree with the battery wear factor. Had myself a flip 4 and had the same issue. Turned to a soundcore motion+ and it is really an outstanding BT speaker, no issues at all but not quite portable. Now bought the Bose, I hope it is up to the hype
I've personally used JBL flip 4 and the JBL GO 1 a whole lot, and none has let me down in 8 years...
Very impressive and I'd love to get the flip 6!🎉🎉
Wow, different crowds here lol most comments videos I see are leaning more with Flex than JBL. Also I have noticed, none of these comments actually have both so they can’t compare JBL vs Flex. Awesome vid btw!!!
9:24 “Now on the Flip side 😉”.
I’m new to your channel and I’m extremely impressed with the editing and how organized the video is! Amazing job 👏
I have a JBL Flip 4 since it was released and it still works perfectly but thinking about upgrading.
Thanks a lot for the very detailed review, now I know which Bluetooth speaker should I go for :)
JBL has good Twitter and sound, but for the BOSE had good vocal and bass. For me, i may take that Bose SoundLink due to sound, but for price and more advantages of range and twitter JBL is good
Great quality video! Really great presentation!
i am using bose sound link mini 2 special edition and that is impressive and i am fan of bose bass now i will rate bose 9 out of 10 and jbl 8 out of 10
Thanks for your review it really helps me which one to buy
My pleasure 😊
Love the Binaural set up. If the flip 6 kept the audio connection am in. JBL lost me after the flip 4. Thanks for this very detailed review Comparison.
I have the stone blue Bose and the sound is awesome.
When you did the sound test you had the jbl vertical….Standing on one of its radiators. It isn’t allowing that radiator to push as much air. So I think the bass is compromised in that position. It is designed to be used flat. Your review is the only one that I have seen that has done the test vertical. I have the Charge 5 and I can tell you that the vertical position muffles the sound. Also, you should do a sound test outdoors….they are designed for outdoors.
Thank you for that very thorough review. My son is choosing the Bose Soundlink.
I had purchased the JBL Flip 6, being a JBL fan for some time. I have not been impressed with Bose products before. However, numerous reviews of these two speakers has made me reconsider my choice.
Bose has always been better quality 👌. However, JBL fits the money budget IMO. The jbl is good but bose is very damn good. The flip 6 is definitely enjoyable. I'm still with the flip 5.
Fair, happy people care and notice.
I wanted to get a Bose Speaker. But on Amazon I read too many bad reviews, sl I think it's gonna be a jbl flip 🤔
@@edcipriani8873 You are right. I thought the same with Soundcore :)
In the yesterday year...I bought 901 series IV. Like Pepsi Vs Coke. Win-Win.
I have ordered a Flex now. Thanx
I have two Bose Soundlink Flex speakers. Makes great stereo in a small package. A single speaker just doesn't provide good separation even if it's a single speaker stereo. L/R combined with Bose single speaker sounds good, but two is way better.
I did that and i had huge audio delay through windows 11.
Great review !
Thanks!
Nice test!! 😊👍🏻👍🏻👍
If it was just for my home office Bose but I wanted something I could take camping and the bass is really punch on the Flip 6, also the Bluetooth means I can be further away. Flip 6 also perfect fit for hiking pack mesh side pocket
What about the Latency in Flip 6?
My main purpose will be video streaming on my iPhone 13 pro and MSI Modern Laptop.
Should I go for the Flip 4 because it has Aux Port or the Flip 6 because it's have Bluetooth 5 and Type C?
IT’S LONG BUT PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO READ THIS.
They are the same size and according to the internet the bose has a larger transducer than the JBL but the JBL has a tweeter and an adjustable equalizer within the app where as at this time on the bose connect app there is not an equalizer to adjust the sound. But I have another bose speaker and it uses a different music app and it runs on the bose msuic app and in the bose music app it has an equalizer so you can adjust the bass and the treble to your liking. And in the JBL portable app you can do the same thing except you can also adjust the mid-range. Bose could add an EQ to there app in the future/near future. Bc I read on the internet that when the JBL flip 6 was released it did not have an adjustable eq within its app for its speakers. But now it has an eq in the app. I think with the equalizer off on the JBL the bose sounds better but with the eq on I think the JBL sounds better. So if bose added an equalizer that could change things. I know the speaker has position IQ technology where it’s supposed to adjust the sound depending on which way you lay it but it would be nice to be able to turn that off if you wanted to. A similar portable speaker called the sonos roam has a similar feature but in the sonos s2 app you can turn that feature off. In the bose app you cannot do that or on the speaker itself either. And also Sonos has an adjustable EQ within the app like the JBL. The bose is behind the times with that but I bet they’ll change for the better. I would turn position IQ off and have an equalizer set to my liking if I could. I prefer my bose soundlink flex to sit upright so it’s pointing at me but they say it will produce more bass if you lay it flat, in my testing this is true. A little more bass for sure. Which I like. But I shouldn’t have to lay it flat to get maximum bass output. And the speaker needs better rubber feet on it because sometimes it will move it self. Or vibrate itself off the table. So I would recommend not placing it near the edge of a table if you don’t have to. Thank you for whoever actually takes the time to read this.
Thanks 🫡
Thank you. Just a friendly heads up: it's very hard to read a long text without paragraphs.
Most streaming apps like Spotify have an eq which you can manually adjust should you want to make any tweaks to the sound
I’d suggest that the sound testing room although equal for both speakers is way too live and would benefit from some treatment.
Super helpful and I love the in depth coverage of all bases! Bose would be so perfect if it had Flip 6’s Bluetooth! Thank you for this great video!
also if it didnt take almost 5 hours to charge, ughhh.
Funny mine charges in like 3-4 hours. Also, what is wrong with the Flex’s BT? It works the full distance of my house and connects quick and cycles easily through all my devices to effortlessly select the source I want to play from without having to go into my devices Bluetooth settings to connect. It’s pretty slick to me. I don’t know what 5.2 would do for me. How many people play their BT speaker 3 houses away from their source? And if you live in a mansion what the hell are you doing with small BT speakers? Go get some Martin Logans.
My S23 ultra has an equalizer and Dolby option, and I can adjust the sound on the Bose. The bass on the Bose is 🔥🔥🔥 I purchased it for $130
Owned the JBL flip 6 and charge 5 and while they’re great the Bose is way more of a quality sound to my ears and the charge 5 comes in second followed by the flip 6. I was having trouble deciding and am grateful I went with the Bose soundlink flex.
soundcore Motion Plus is better then Flip 6 and Charge 5.
He tenido la oportunidad de escuchar ambos altavoces, y puedo decir que la calidad de sonido de ambos es excelente. Bosé saca su típico sonido Bosé, con esa sensación de que sus graves se sienten más amplios, distintos a los de otras marcas; y no solo los graves, todo el rango de sonido se siente diferente en todo producto Bosé, cualquiera que aprecie el buen sonido sabe que es su sello de identidad, es por lo que es tan apreciado y el sonido en conjunto tiene una calidad de 10. El JBL Flip 6 tiene unos graves que también son de gran calidad, y no los calificaría de inferiores, sino distintos, son como mas claros, mas limpios; el resto de del sonido del JBL Flip 6 también se siente de esta manera, medios y agudos muy nítidos, muy diferenciados, tiene un sonido excepcionalmente equilibrado, más que el Bosé. No me atrevería a decir que un altavoz tiene mejor sonido que el otro, porque creo que la calificación depende del uso que se le vaya a dar. Si quieres un altavoz más para uso portatil, para moverlo de aquí a allá, yo diría que el diseño del JBL flip 6 es mejor, debido a su diseño cilíndrico, lo puedes llevar en el porta botellas de una bicicleta, se agarra de una forma natural con la mano, y se guarda mejor en cualquier mochila; claramente es un diseño 100% portatil y funcional que resulta más versatil, ya que puedes colocarlo y escucharlo en vertical no necesitando más base que lo que ocupa el diámetro de su cilindo. Además se carga más rápido, es más facil hacerle un uso portatil. El Bosé tiene un diseño que yo calificaria de wireless, en el sentido literal de altavoz sin necesidad de cables, pero no creo que tenga un diseño portatil; lo veo más como un altavoz de sobremesa, para disponer de una base amplia para colocarlo, pero no es un diseño versatil, no da el juego que el Flip 6, que puedes colocar en casi cualquier lugar. El Bosé tiene la posibilidad de atender llamadas, pero el Flip 6 no, lo cual también demuestra la intención del diseño de uno y otro. El Flip es para escuchar música donde quieras, te lo pone facil, simplemente escuchar música, y cogerlo de forma intuitiva, moverte sin que se corte la música gracias al gran rango de su última versión de bluetooth. El Bosé, para un uso más sereno, tenerlo en una zona más estandar, bien colocado cerca de ti, pues su bluetooth no llega a más de 10 metros, coger llamadas gracias a su micrófono, poder incluso conectarlo con un cable de 3,5mm al móvil o tablet sin necesidad de bluetooth. Creo que en estas líneas resumo bién la impresión que me transmite uno y otro producto, ambos son excelentes, pero has de saber cual de los dos está hecho para ti.
I have had the opportunity to listen to both speakers, and I can say that the sound quality of both is excellent. Bosé brings out its typical Bosé sound, with that feeling that its bass felt broader, different from other brands; and not just the bass, the whole range of sound feels different in every Bosé product, anyone who appreciates good sound knows that it is its hallmark, it is why it is so appreciated and the sound as a whole has a quality of 10. The JBL Flip 6 has basses that are also of great quality, and I wouldn't classify them as inferior, but different, they are clearer, cleaner; the rest of the sound of the JBL Flip 6 also feels this way, very crisp mids and highs, very differentiated, it has an exceptionally balanced sound, more so than the Bosé. I wouldn't go so far as to say that one speaker has better sound than the other, because I think the rating depends on the use it is going to be put to. If you want a speaker more for portable use, to move it from here to there, I would say that the design of the JBL flip 6 is better, due to its cylindrical design, you can carry it in the bottle holder of a bicycle, it grips in a way natural by hand, and is best stored in any backpack; It is clearly a 100% portable and functional design that is more versatile, since you can place it and listen to it vertically, requiring no more base than the diameter of its cylinder. Plus it charges faster, it's easier to doing a portable use. The Bosé has a design that I would describe as wireless, in the literal sense of a speaker without the need for cables, but I don't think it has a portable design; I see it more as a desktop speaker, to have a wide base to place it, but it is not a versatile design, it does not give the game that the Flip 6, which you can place almost anywhere. The Bosé has the ability to take calls, but the Flip 6 does not, which also demonstrates the design intent of both. The Flip is for listening to music wherever you want, it makes it easy for you, listening to music, and picking it up intuitively, moving without the music cutting out simply thanks to the great range of its latest version of bluetooth. The Bosé, for a more serene use, have it in a more standard area, well placed near you, since its bluetooth does not reach more than 10 meters, take calls thanks to its microphone, even be able to connect it with a 3.5mm cable to the mobile or tablet without the need for bluetooth. I think these lines summarize well the impression that both products convey to me, both are excellent, but you have to know which of the two is made for you.
What a very complete description you've given. Thank you
Gracias por tu punto de vista ;)
Just last week had to get a new speaker. As my other one was way to lacking in clarity and an Altec Lansing one, I'm also hard of hearing to so keep that in mind. Yes I did see both these in the Target and after hearing testing both a few times. I decided on the Bose SoundLink. The jbl one tho was more expensive, by 30$ and this in USD so for me SoundLink was 129.99$ and am quite happy with it unlike the Altec Lansing one. With android software built in equalizer, sounds even better especially with the vocalizer one, and still feel the bass.
Good point here. The EQ. To note, in hearing lost, it's the highs that are mostly diminished and it's a value to be able an increase (balance) those highs for the hearing impaired.
this is honestly the best review i've seen now. thanks SO so much.
Hey dude, can you give me a list of what those test tracks were one of those songs I really liked
I just got one for Christmas yay😊
Just bought the Bose. Need a speaker for Mexico. I'm Impressed, and I'm a KRK / Audio Technica guy.
I’m a tradesman, have used a jbl speaker for a few years as a work speaker . Can’t believe how durable it is . Gets rained on , knocked around , thrown in with the tools , and just keeps on going , every day for a few years
Jbl for the tradesman win.
I use my milwaukee radio but I would use JBL if I didn't have it
Great review my man. I had the charge 3 for the last 4 years. Very well kept, about 20 or 30 times used. It just broke all of a sudden. I will order the Bose now. Let's see how it performs.
Thanks again for the review
My flip6 just froze, sent it for warranty, they just reseted it sent it back, I expected they would at least clean up my speaker for the trouble their faulty product had caused me
I've had a charge 3 since it was released in 2017, so it's turning 6 soon
Used hundreds of times, a whole year in a welding workshop, every summer evening in my garden, every weekend in my garage, in short very used ;
Works like new, moreover it looks like new as I am a careful user, the only slight issue I have with it is that the battery is just starting to have an autonomy that drops a little, nothing serious but I feel it's time to sell it and finance a Flip 6 to replace it
I can't wait to upgrade to a more compact update that's just as effective in bass, superior in treble, and which will surely leave for the same lifespan.
And in 6 years, when the technology will be better again and my battery is on the verge of its decline, I will replace it again with better 😊
Had charge 3 as well for 4-5 years. 99% used indoor, well kept, used almost at least 3 times a week.
At year 3 the charger/battery seems to break. Fully charged but lasted half of the original one. 3 months after I have to keep charging it to let it not dead. 2 months after the speaker started to make weird noise and went completely dead not long after this.
Will 100% try Bose next time, not sure if it will be better but we shall see.
@@zangorajura This is interesting, I have had the exact same experience with mine as well.
same here 😁
Is flex have a inbuilt Mic? Because I'm looking for conference calls or teams or zoom so and so.
I have both and wouldn’t part with either of them. They are more alike than they are different. The Flex might be a hair cleaner/richer sound with a bit deeper bass but the JBL cranks, has an EQ and can pair with a lot of other JBL speakers. It’s really a hair splitting contest. I’ve gone through a lot of BT speakers and IMO, these are the two best in the $100-150 class.
May I ask how the JBL pairs with other JBL? Meaning it can serially pair with the same source, at the same time?
Of course, I can go and search for the specs, but I'm watching and wondering how many watts are pumped out. Otherwise, this video was near excellent... . My question is important because I would prefer not to be doing a separate search each time I watch one of these very good vids.
both good quality i like both and anker and soundcore are decent also
how does the bose do on the beach? can sand get in the front grill? any way to clean it once it does?
i still go with the jbl.. their speakers are the ease of use.. cant go wrong with the flip 6.
Do you know if I can safley charge bose flex with a different cable? 🤔 I noticed that it charges faster if I use my Samsung cable. However, I am not sure if it has any negative impact
Great review! I was gifted a Bose Flex for Christmas by my boss! It is an excellent speaker! (Full disclosure, have a Bose audio ecosystem in my home. A couple of Soundtouch speakers, a pair of Bluetooth headphones for when I fly, a Soundwear Speaker companion and now the Flex). I also have a JBL Charge 3 that has been my "go to" speaker for sitting out on the back patio or going to the beach. The JBL has amazing battery life (20 hrs on a full charge) and decent sound. Recently as the weather has warmed up here (Queens, NY) I had the opportunity to take the Bose Flex out for it's first outdoor excursion. The sound was full with plenty of bass, and more than enough volume for our patio and shared courtyard. This summer it will make it to the beach for the annual family vacation. For the price point, low profile for portability, it is an ideal portable speaker. I was concerned initially about the 4.2 Bluetooth connectivity, but it has not been an issue. Thanks again for your in depth comparison and review.
Pls can u give me one of your speaker
@@andyyoung2085 😁😁😁
Pls can you give me your boss
Yes, I don’t understand why everyone has to make a big deal about the 4.2 BT. It works throughout my house with no issues. Connects fast and I love that I can cycle through my different connected devices with ease.
@kedarisgreat You'd have to do my job as good or better.
I bought the bose flex.the bass on flex is insane
The EQ that we have in our music players are not same as that of JBL app?
I got the Bose Flex last week cause of several good reviews and owned a Mini II for years so I hoped for a similar experience. Unfortunately I got disappointed and send it back today. The overall sound mix/adjustment has too much emphasis on bass while highs and mids being damped in comparison to Mini II. This wasn't my main issue though but the horrible white noise when using it with low volume (I like a bit of ambient/chill background music while falling asleep).
I found some user feedback on this issue and seemingly it has technical reasons as to 'protect' the speakers. The Mini II also has it but the white noise is way less pronounced and I can only hear it like max 15-20cm away from my ears while with Flex it's really loud and I can still hear it even at 2-3m distance. I hope this isn't the standard for present portable speakers so let's see how the Flip 6 will fare. I'm also not a fan of automatic EQ but like to have manual control so maybe JBL is the better choice from the get-go.
I was just biased by the Mini II which had the perfect sound balance for me but didn't want to buy an obsolete model again (especially BT standard). Would have happily kept my Mini II but the battery suddenly doesn't want to charge anymore. Was a good companion for around 6 years though.
Thanks for your review mate
same here, what a disappointment. Do you listen to classical music by any chance? If so what portable speaker would you recommend? My organ tracks are literally unlistenable on this, thanks to the overpowering bass.
I have 2 flex the other have white noise in some songs but when I play to the other one it's ok.. maybe there are some of their product has a defect or something..
I also have one and the very first day I bought it I also heard that noise. The noise is mainly as a result of air leak from the little hole Bose put for the mic. So I had to do a teardown like removing only the top gril. It wasn't easy but I did and I took a very strong Adhesive and glued that little hole located at the left of the speaker close to the passive radiator. And who cares about the mic because am not going to use it anyway. So that noise was completely gone and the speaker sounded more better than at first
I have two Flexes, bought from different sources, and I have no white noise at all. I also find the position IQ works great. It gives basically 3 different sound profiles. Upright is the Bose signature “warm” profile with washed out treble (but somehow still maintaining clear vocals). I’m not a fan of this position. On its back there is a treble boost while still maintaining its low bass. I prefer this position the best. There are more instruments heard, particularly the snare drum and cymbals sound crisp and clear. Vocals are also clearer on its back. Even though the bass is still deep and present, it doesn’t over power the treble thanks to its boost. The third position is vertical (usually when hanging from its loop). It seems to be in between the other two. The only time I will do the upright position is if a track has overly high highs or at really loud volume levels (the treble gets a bit shrill at very high levels when on its back). But I don’t really ever listen to it that loud anyways and I recently bought a second one, so if I need it louder I’ll sync them up and do stereo. It gets very loud at just 50% with two.
Four or five years ago, I replaced my JBL Flip 4 with a Flip 5, and I've been really happy with it. I've used it in the shower almost daily. The Flip 5 has now started to show its age and soaking almost daily. I'm looking to replace it, and the comparison video was helpful. Note that I seldom listen to music, but I'm a heavy listener to news, podcasts and audiobooks. Your video mentioned slightly greater clarity for the Flip 6. That and my positive experiences with the two previous models will probably move me toward the JBL.
Great video! 👍
It's interesting to see that JBL 6 has gone backwards to mono where the JBL flip 4 had dual stereo speakers thanks for this review I now will be looking to keep the generation I have.
The woofer and tweeter of the JBL speakers will definitely sound better than the two woofers in the Flip 4.
Stereo speakers are pointless in such a small and close space.
You definitely know nothing about speaker design and configuration.
Please review the charge essential.
why is the KBL being tested standing upright? That s blocking one of its passive radiators, it was not designed or intended to be listened to with one blockage
The JBL should have been laying down your losing bass from the end port, I have one.
finally someone noticed. Did they do it on purpose to put it into a disadvantage?
maybe he really wants bose to win 😅🤣 it's intentional for sure why he didn't lay the jbl down for proper testing. he's rooting for the bose clearly (you can clearly see 😂)
That was the first thing I thought to myself too. I also have a Flip 6 and when I set it up like this the bass drops noticeably, but that's understandable as a passive radiator can't work effectively. So sometimes I wonder if some people lack the basic knowledge for such reviews...
He's paid from Bose.
I went with the Flip 6 because here in Turkey the Bose Flex costs twice as much. No matter how much I prefer deep bass over everything else it was nonsense to pay double the price. I hope that the EQ Settings in JBL App can make up for the difference in bass, given that in stock mode the Bose’s basses sounds quite a bit better.
Good job
Happy with my JBL Flip 6!
I bought the flip6 before watching this vid, but was unaware of the additional eq settings for it (other than "party boost).
Now all I have to do is find out where/how to access them (the "instruction manual" seems more concerned with providing general warning info in literally EVERY language than any significant instruction. At least any I can see with a magnifying glass.)
That's not a joke.
All things considered, I'm very pleased with sound of the JBL flip6 and doubt I'll be trading it in for the Bose as I'm not a fan of the flat design, sound grill, or outdated Bluetooth connection.
Still, an interesting comparison vid, so thanks for that.
Can you test AWEI Y669 and compare it to Bose and JBL.
which one should i buy charge 5 or Soundlink Flex??? pls help!!!!!
i concern about sound quality and sound clarity!!! portability and size factor doesn't make sense to me!!!!
Had a Bose Soundlink mini, which served me perfectly for 7 years. It stopped charging, so I was using my original Creative Labs Iroar since then. Another great BT speaker. I originally ordered the JBL but found this review and realized that if the Flex sounds as good as the Soundlink did, I'm sold. I cancelled my JBL and am awaiting the Flex now. Thanks for your review.
best reviews by far
Still rocking with my flip 5. Best purchase I made.