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Bose - SoundLink Plus Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Citrus Yellow
Average customer rating
4.9
(104 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 104 reviews
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Customer Reviews for Bose - SoundLink Plus Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Citrus Yellow
Customer Rating
5
Little speaker, incredible sound, pumping bass.
on June 29, 2025
Posted by: Jerry
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 month
Over the past few weeks I've played a variety of music styles at different volume levels and I haven't been disappointed. I'm amazed by the warmth of the music this little speaker produces. And If it's all about the bass, this little speaker really delivers. Seriously, for a small portable speaker, the bass is excellent. At high volume levels the audio is still really clear and the bass remains punchy. So if you care about sound, you won't be disappointed. I'm also had some fun playing with the Bass & Treble controls in the Bose App (iPhone), as it allows me to fine tune a song to just the way I like.
The physical design is sleek and very appealing. The build quality is what you expect from Bose, superb. The controls on top are excellent and work flawlessly. They also have an amazing soft touch. When first unboxing I was surprised by the weight, it seemed a bit heavy at first but now I'm accustomed to it. But that extra heft keeps it firmly planted, no buzzing when the bass is pumping. And I suspect it's also due to extra big batteries as I can charge my phone from the speaker while playing music. Love it.
Bluetooth pairing just works. I paired to a phone and a TV. So easy and quick.
It has a novel carrying handle, a soft braid rope. I wasn't convinced at first but it's really great as I feel like I have a solid grip on the speaker. No way it can slip out of my hand. I usually carry it with one finger but two fingers easily fit.
The only disappointment, if I'm being critical, is the charging cord could be a bit longer. But it's a standard USB-C, so no big deal.
Would I recommend this to a friend? Definitely. With one caveat, to make sure they understand the limits of "portable". To carry out to the backyard, upstairs, in the car, on motorcycle or horse. Yep, definitely. But for backpacking, trekking on foot, it might be a bit too heavy.
One thing I haven't tried yet is pairing multiple speakers, either to extend the area of coverage or in a novel Left/Right Stereo mode. So I'll be getting another for summer pool parties.
Overall, it's a great speaker. Great build quality, sounds amazing, everything just works as expected.
Sincerely, Jerry
The physical design is sleek and very appealing. The build quality is what you expect from Bose, superb. The controls on top are excellent and work flawlessly. They also have an amazing soft touch. When first unboxing I was surprised by the weight, it seemed a bit heavy at first but now I'm accustomed to it. But that extra heft keeps it firmly planted, no buzzing when the bass is pumping. And I suspect it's also due to extra big batteries as I can charge my phone from the speaker while playing music. Love it.
Bluetooth pairing just works. I paired to a phone and a TV. So easy and quick.
It has a novel carrying handle, a soft braid rope. I wasn't convinced at first but it's really great as I feel like I have a solid grip on the speaker. No way it can slip out of my hand. I usually carry it with one finger but two fingers easily fit.
The only disappointment, if I'm being critical, is the charging cord could be a bit longer. But it's a standard USB-C, so no big deal.
Would I recommend this to a friend? Definitely. With one caveat, to make sure they understand the limits of "portable". To carry out to the backyard, upstairs, in the car, on motorcycle or horse. Yep, definitely. But for backpacking, trekking on foot, it might be a bit too heavy.
One thing I haven't tried yet is pairing multiple speakers, either to extend the area of coverage or in a novel Left/Right Stereo mode. So I'll be getting another for summer pool parties.
Overall, it's a great speaker. Great build quality, sounds amazing, everything just works as expected.
Sincerely, Jerry
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
5
Best of Both Worlds - Portable & Powerful
on June 30, 2025
Posted by: KatC00
Gender:Female
Length of ownership:1 week
After spending some time with the Bose SL Plus, I gotta say it fits a unique spot in the world of portable speakers by being sleek in design and small enough to ‘grab-and-go.’ All while being powerful enough to fully immerse yourself in the music with not only clarity, but also with some amazing volume capabilities.
Upon opening the box and removing the speaker, the first thing I noticed is the nice smooth design. Nothing beats that soft-touch material.
Well, nothing except the amazing sound quality you’re gonna get from this thing. I’m always amazed with Bose and how well they design their products to be so simple to use and SOOO versatile. Connecting a device is way easy using Bluetooth, ESPECIALLY if you have the Bose app. (Which I’d HIGHLY recommend - tho it can be done without it. But I gotta tell yah, you’re missing out!!)
& with the SL Plus being so portable, taking it with me on my journeys throughout the day is more than easy. The handle is perfectly designed to snatch up the speaker and walk straight out the door. (You could also hang it from a backpack with a carabiner for some vibes on a hike so that’s a total bonus)
The adjustable sound controls (EQ settings) always take it to the next level too. I can’t get over how sweet it is to be able to go from, “Shh, don’t wake the baby!”, to, “Party Time!”
I know it’s gotta be decent party quality too because while I haven’t thrown one to test it yet. I did have a neighbor peek their head over to ask about where the music was coming from because it was so clear and had us all rocking our hips a little to the beats.
Another aspect I MUST rave about is the battery life! The SL Plus can hold a charge, that’s for sure. It also has reverse charging capabilities. Meaning, if that device you’re connected it too is low in go-juice? Not a problem. Grab a cord, plug in and youre all clear to keep jamming! (Charging another device doesn’t immediately kill the speaker battery either. You will lose approximately half the battery life for a full charge (tested with smart phone) but the speaker lasts so long on its own that I never worry about that when using that feature. I know I’ll reach an outlet again before it sees red.)
With all the good, I can admit it does have a couple of “cons” to note if you’re considering the purchase. The first is the weight and the second is the inability to stand vertically. While it isn’t *heavy,* it is on the heavier side for a portable device. So that is something you would want to consider if taking it on a longer journey where you may not have a spot to sit it. The not being able to stand vertically part is more of a “would be neat” kinda thing but it’s something someone might find inconvenient if in a tight spot so I’m noting it.
TL;DR: the Bose SL Plus is a small speaker that packs a huge punch, fits into a variety of scenarios - from more zen solo jam seshes to group hangs - & is easy on the eyes. The insanely long battery life, portability and ability to adjust the EQ settings make it the perfect choice for any and all adventures. Be aware - it’s got a bit of weight to it and is unable to stand upright. Still, I find it to be THE best portable speaker I’ve ever used. Highly recommend.
Upon opening the box and removing the speaker, the first thing I noticed is the nice smooth design. Nothing beats that soft-touch material.
Well, nothing except the amazing sound quality you’re gonna get from this thing. I’m always amazed with Bose and how well they design their products to be so simple to use and SOOO versatile. Connecting a device is way easy using Bluetooth, ESPECIALLY if you have the Bose app. (Which I’d HIGHLY recommend - tho it can be done without it. But I gotta tell yah, you’re missing out!!)
& with the SL Plus being so portable, taking it with me on my journeys throughout the day is more than easy. The handle is perfectly designed to snatch up the speaker and walk straight out the door. (You could also hang it from a backpack with a carabiner for some vibes on a hike so that’s a total bonus)
The adjustable sound controls (EQ settings) always take it to the next level too. I can’t get over how sweet it is to be able to go from, “Shh, don’t wake the baby!”, to, “Party Time!”
I know it’s gotta be decent party quality too because while I haven’t thrown one to test it yet. I did have a neighbor peek their head over to ask about where the music was coming from because it was so clear and had us all rocking our hips a little to the beats.
Another aspect I MUST rave about is the battery life! The SL Plus can hold a charge, that’s for sure. It also has reverse charging capabilities. Meaning, if that device you’re connected it too is low in go-juice? Not a problem. Grab a cord, plug in and youre all clear to keep jamming! (Charging another device doesn’t immediately kill the speaker battery either. You will lose approximately half the battery life for a full charge (tested with smart phone) but the speaker lasts so long on its own that I never worry about that when using that feature. I know I’ll reach an outlet again before it sees red.)
With all the good, I can admit it does have a couple of “cons” to note if you’re considering the purchase. The first is the weight and the second is the inability to stand vertically. While it isn’t *heavy,* it is on the heavier side for a portable device. So that is something you would want to consider if taking it on a longer journey where you may not have a spot to sit it. The not being able to stand vertically part is more of a “would be neat” kinda thing but it’s something someone might find inconvenient if in a tight spot so I’m noting it.
TL;DR: the Bose SL Plus is a small speaker that packs a huge punch, fits into a variety of scenarios - from more zen solo jam seshes to group hangs - & is easy on the eyes. The insanely long battery life, portability and ability to adjust the EQ settings make it the perfect choice for any and all adventures. Be aware - it’s got a bit of weight to it and is unable to stand upright. Still, I find it to be THE best portable speaker I’ve ever used. Highly recommend.
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
5
This speaker works fantastically.
on June 30, 2025
Posted by: amandaf367_9583
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This speaker is amazing first off for being a portable speaker I wasn't expecting it to be as big as it is but I love it. It's not hard to connect it to your phone or tv whatever your connecting it to. The sound is great it sounds like I'm in a theater when I have it hooked up to my tv.
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com
Customer Rating
5
great for beach days!
on July 1, 2025
Posted by: laao29
Gender:Female
Length of ownership:1 month
very happy with this speaker - it gives you rich, clear sound both inside and outside, with great battery life. I've used this outdoors and had beautiful sound at various levels. sound travels very well, but also great at lower volumes when you don't want to disturb the people around you. the bass is not as deep as I usually prefer with speakers of this size, but the richness of the sound and durability of the speaker make up for this. highly recommend.
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
5
Above and beyond!
on July 1, 2025
Posted by: roxannao5_5584
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Wow, this speaker blew me away and exceeded my expectations. Its sleek design looks upscale and the soft feel rubber buttons are easy to press. The sound is clear and goes pretty high if you turn up the volume. Great bass as well, does not distort sound.
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com
Customer Rating
5
My new favorite speakers
on July 1, 2025
Posted by: jillianh67_4577
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this color of blue - it looks so good. It’s really easy to connect to my phone to play music and the quality of sound is clear and solid. It is a little larger than other Bose speakers I have - so while good for use around the house, a little big/heavy to put in your bag to take on the go.
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com
Customer Rating
5
Amazing Sound in a Portable Rugged Package
on July 1, 2025
Posted by: sd
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 month
I got this speaker a few weeks ago, and it has been a blast (quite literally :P) listening to my albums on this mighty speaker. The sound quality (and loudness) definitely surprises you for the size of the device. The bass has a nice punch to it, and the highs and the mids are very well defined as well.
For portability, it has a nice strap that lets you carry it around, and the fact that it's waterproof (and will even float!!) are positives that assure me of its durability. It also has a shortcut button that directly plays Spotify off my phone (or can connect to a 2nd speaker to turn on party/stereo modes) and the Bluetooth connection has been rock-solid unlike some other speakers I've owned before. Moreover, the speaker can also pair with 2 devices at once and also with my Bose soundbar through SimpleSync for multi-room speaker grouping (or just to add more punch to my TV audio).
The app lets you control the EQ and adjust the bass, treble and mids to your preferences, and connects consistently to the speaker. And lastly, the 20 hour battery, alongside the fact that I can charge my phone through the speaker's massive battery are great to have!
Pros: Amazing sound, compact package, rugged & waterproof, great battery life
Cons: No mic for calls, limited color options
Cons: No mic for calls, limited color options
Overall, I'm loving my time with this speaker, and would definitely recommend it!
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
5
Small but mighty
on July 1, 2025
Posted by: adilenef7_2482
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve honestly never owned such a powerful portable speaker. It was perfect for my intimate outdoor gathering and charges super fast. Not only will you be able to hear your music but enjoy it too because of the quality of the sound. I absolutely love it!
Written by a customer while visiting influenster.com