Bose SoundLink Mini

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 10132 reviews of Bose SoundLink Mini. The average rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the reliability and design. The price and size are also appreciated, whereas there are some less positive views about the connectivity.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Bose SoundLink Mini

alaTest has collected and analyzed 573 user reviews of Bose SoundLink Mini from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the reliability and design. The usability and size are also mentioned favorably, but there are some mixed views about the price.

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98% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Bose SoundLink Mini

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3154 user reviews of Bose SoundLink Mini from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Comments about the reliability and design are generally positive. The price and size also get good feedback, whereas some have doubts about the connectivity.

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97% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

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Amazon.ca review summary for Bose SoundLink Mini

alaTest has collected and analyzed 49 user reviews of Bose SoundLink Mini from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.ca. Reviewers really like the design. The usability is also mentioned favorably. Some have doubts about the reliability and size.

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98% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Bose SoundLink Mini: The wireless speaker Apple could have made

The ; is a very sleek, very compact wireless Bluetooth speaker that sounds very good for its small size. It also has excellent build quality, with a unibody aluminum enclosure, and includes a charging cradle that you can leave plugged in.

Fairly pricey; no speakerphone capabilities; protective case costs extra.

While it's fairly expensive at $200, the Bose SoundLink Mini is one of few standout products in the ultracompact wireless speaker category, featuring a top-notch design and very good sound for its tiny size.

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth speaker review

It's a good thing Bose has its logo splayed across the front of its new ultracompact wireless Bluetooth speaker, the SoundLink Mini, because if it didn't, you just might think it was made by Apple.

The Bose SoundLink Mini is a very sleek, very compact wireless Bluetooth speaker that sounds very good for its small size. It also has excellent build quality, with a unibody aluminum enclosure, and includes a charging cradle that you can leave plugged...

Fairly pricey; no speakerphone capabilities; protective case costs extra.

Jul, 2013

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Expert review by : Will Greenwald (pcmag.com)

Bose SoundLink Mini

The Bose SoundLink Mini continues Bose's line of excellent Bluetooth speakers, this time in a smaller form and with a more affordable price tag.

Room-filling sound. Satisfying midrange and high-end. Solid, sturdy construction. Handy charging cradle.

Doesn't charge through micro USB. Bass isn't particularly powerful. No speakerphone function.

Conclusion The Bose SoundLink Mini is an impressive little powerhouse that produces clear, solid sound. It might be lacking in the bass punch the SoundLink II and other larger, more expensive speakers offer, but for its size and price it offers great...

Jul, 2013

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Expert review by : Michael Gowan (tomsguide.com)

Bose SoundLink Mini Review

The $199 Bose SoundLink Mini is a very good choice for those looking for excellent audio quality in a small, if heavy, Bluetooth speaker. If you plan to listen indoors, it creates the illusion that the sound is coming from a much bigger speaker....

Excellent audio ; Wide distribution of sound ; Booming bass

No speakerphone ; No weatherproofing ; Proprietary charging cable

The Bose SoundLink Mini boasts excellent audio quality and booming bass for a speaker its size, but it’s lacking some features.

Jun, 2014

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Expert review by : Ferlin (pinoytechblog.com)

Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker Review - PinoyTechBlog - Philippines Tech News and Reviews

We've had a chance to spend some time with Bose's SoundLink Mini, their ultra-compact portable…

Apr, 2014

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Expert review by : Kristofer Wouk (androidauthority.com)

Bose SoundLink Mini review

It isn't cheap, but the Bose SoundLink Mini is an excellent-sounding Bluetooth speaker that is especially useful for those who travel frequently.

Feb, 2014

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Expert review by : Jeremy Horwitz (ilounge.com)

Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker

While Apple has relentlessly replaced its iDevices every year or two, audio accessory developer Bose commonly goes in the opposite direction, keeping "new" speaker designs all but unchanged for years. Rarely does the company trot out a completely new...

Jul, 2013

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Expert review by : gadgetmac.com (gadgetmac.com)

Bose SoundLink Mini Review

Jun, 2012

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Expert review by : Ross Catanzariti (goodgearguide.com.au)

Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth speaker

The Bose SoundLink Mini is one of the best sounding portable Bluetooth speakers on the market

Excellent, compact design ; Good sound quality ; Included charging dock

Doesn't charge via micro-USB ; Aluminium finish prone to light scratches ; Accessories are expensive

The Bose SoundLink Mini may not be the loudest portable Bluetooth speaker on the market, but it's one of the best sounding and really packs a punch considering its compact size.

Aug, 2013

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