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Add to SafariWhen comparing Bose SoundLink Mini vs Bose SoundLink Mini II, the Slant community recommends Bose SoundLink Mini II for most people. In the question“What are the best portable Bluetooth speakers?” Bose SoundLink Mini II is ranked 2nd while Bose SoundLink Mini is ranked 6th. The most important reason people chose Bose SoundLink Mini II is:
Instead of a proprietary charger the Mini II uses USB charging with a plug adapter included, this way users can charge connected to any number of devices as well as an outlet.
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Pros
Pro Great sound quality for it`s size
I have tested many portable speakers to take with me on the beach and not to be too heavy, this little monster is just amazing, sound quality and battery life time.
Pro Great sound quality at lower volumes
The Soundlink Mini uses software to make sure there is no distortion on the device meaning that when you go louder the software will quit the music some, which makes for a more even sound, though means that you can not go as loud as some other devices.
Pro 7-hour battery life
Rechargeable lithium ion battery that is reported to last up to 7 hours, which is about the middle ground of higher end bluetooth speakers.
Pro Bluetooth connectivity
The device remembers up to six of the last connected devices which makes bluetooth connection relatively easy.
Pro Durable construction
An aluminum body with large speakers that gives a sense of an old style radio, the construction of the device feels solid with a weight of 1.5 pounds and a casing that feels as though it will hold up for years no matter how much abuse it takes.
Pro USB charging
Instead of a proprietary charger the Mini II uses USB charging with a plug adapter included, this way users can charge connected to any number of devices as well as an outlet.
Pro Internal mic for speakerphone
Users are able to take calls when their cellphones are connected to the device without having to grab their phone as the Mini II has a built in internal mic for speakerphone calls.
Pro Color choice
The mini 2 comes in two colors a grey looking model as well as a white one. This way you can match with other devices or match what is in a kitchen (as white is often a color used in kitchens).
Cons
Con Discontinued by manufacturer
As of June 2015, this model is no longer being produced by the manufacturer and been replaced with its successor, the Soundlink Mini II.
Con Heavy for its size
The device weighs 1.5 pounds, which feels solid but may be a bit much if you plan on carrying it around to a lot of places.
Con Proprietary charging port
The charging port is proprietary, which means you need to carry around the charger in order to charge it (instead of using a standard mico usb which is often used in electronics now). This also means if the cord is lost another will have to be purchased, which will be hard to find and costly.
Con Limited ranges
Rock as well as music with a lot of bass falls a bit flat on the device as the speaker is not able to handle them well which means it compensates by lowering the volume and clipping certain frequencies.
