Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker, Large Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker, Up to 20 Hours of Battery Life, USB-C, Built-in 3.5mm AUX Input, + Hard Shell Travel Case + USB Plug + AUX Cable (Blue Dusk)

After hearing my friend's Bose SoundLink Max speaker at a party at his house I decided I had to have one too. So I purchased it and it arrived today (April 29th, 2025). After unboxing and charging the speaker to full, I easily connected it to my phone's Bluetooth. Downloading the Bose App and adjusting the equalizer settings, I played Augustin Hadelich's Sibelius Violinkonzert and the sound quality was truly exceptional. Clear highs and deep rich base. It is amazing how much sound such a small speaker is able to produce in stereo. I also have other Bose Bluetooth speakers (two Bose S1 Pro's, two Bose Revolve's), but what distinguishes this one is that it plays in stereo as a single unit, the battery life is 20 hours, and is smaller and lighter than my S1 Pro speaker. Easily take it to the beach (waterproof - IP67 rated), parties, or just personal listening wherever I go. The look and build quality of the speaker is also great. The speaker is ruggedly built, is shock resistant, and should withstand every day use. Like the rope handle too. The speaker is well worth the money and I highly recommend it.UPDATEI take it to the office every day and play classical music in the background while I work. Whether it's Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Sibelius, Vivaldi, or Bruch to mention a few, the speaker reproduces the orchestra and soloists perfectly.

Works amazing, sounds amazing, looks amazing. I love BOSE products and this is perfect. Good size and sound. Battery lasts a long time too. the case is perfect to. Love it

I was difinitely hesitant with the price tag. You'd have to be either dumb or too loaded not to be. I decided to try this out when it went on sale (never pay full retail for Bose). Having said that, worth it. To compare, I've had my Soundlink Color for 10 years, which doesn't hold a charge quite as it used to, but still sounds/works great otherwise. The max has a much sturdier build with a battery life to match and it sounds way more amazing. I'm confident it will last just as well, if not better. If you're someone with a discerning ear who puts those portable speakers to work, you will definitely appreciate this thing as I do. Bonus that I can link it to my bose sound bar and other bose speakers for a surround sound effect (I got an absolute steal of a deal on the 550 which retails at $499 and this max sounds more rich and full, no doubt). Yup, I know with time I'll get my money's worth.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Not inexpensive by any stretch of the imagination, but if you're looking for a fairly compact speaker with huge sound that is water resistant and portable, this is it! This is my third Bose portable speaker and by far the largest and with 20 hours of play time it lasts all day at the pool or the beach or the park. The Bass is incredible and the built-in equalizer helps get everything sounding just right.

This this provides the most amazing sound imaginable. It outpaces our pricey in-home surround sound system and it's just a tiny portable little box! The sound is rich and full. It connects easily and goes everywhere. What more could you ask for in a portable Bluetooth speaker? I thought it was pricey, but now I'm glad I ponied up and bought the best!

This was my husband birthday gift. He loves this speaker, the sound is clear and the bass is perfect.

This was a gift for my partner. He loves it. The sound is amazing. The carrying case and handle are perfect. The speaker is a solid; heavy and durable. The handle on the speaker is large and comfortable for carrying. Would purchase again.

Nice solution for moving this beast around and keeping it safe when travelling