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Add to SafariWhen comparing Sol Republic DECK 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 Sol Republic DECK is ranked 9th. 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 Range over 200 feet
While it is rated at a range of 300 feet (most likely indoors), it works best under or around 200, which is one of the best ranges for such a device.
Pro Battery life of 10 hours
The battery life is rated at about ten hours, which is good for portability and weight, while a middle ground of battery life for such a device the less weight makes up for it.
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 Lacks dynamic range
There is little dynamic range for this device, which means that some music may sound good while others will not. This is often the price to be paid with witless music as well as utilizing little speakers.
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.
