Customer Ratings & Reviews

At first, it was annoying that I had to figure out features and ON/OFF settings on my own by searching the web and finally coming across bose.com/support/phs (which was very helpful). The product did not ship with a manual. I finally figured out how to turn off the annoying voice prompts when connected/disconnected from a device. (which if I couldn't, this review would have been a 3 star. We use it as an additional speaker for our Google Home, which is another great feature. You can turn the mic on/off as well as the assistant. I like that I don't have to worry about accidental splashes, due to its water-resistance feature. It took a while to figure out how to get it connected to my desktop and interchange it to my phone because, again, it did not come with a manual. FANTASTIC sound & bass (which is adjustable through the Bose app. Easy to carry with it's fabric-like, flexible handle. 100% Bose quality sound and materials. Great charge. Product description says 12 hours of playback for battery-life. I haven't pushed it to that limit yet, but the battery does seem to last forever. Overall, great for home use. I also use it in my garage to workout.

This Bose speaker is amazing! Admittedly, it is on the expensive side, but the sound you get is worth it. You would never believe the amount of bass you can get out of such a small, portable speaker. I have no complaints about it. I took it to the park a couple times this summer and it has plenty of volume even for outdoor applications. You can't go wrong with this if you're looking for something portable with great sound.

This is obviously one of the best sounding portable smart speakers out there. The slick design, great sound quality and portability outshines most of it's competition. Strongly recommended if you care about size, weight and excellent 360 degrees sound quality.

Very nice speaker. I bought it because i hate anything with power cords and this speaker is really portable. I have taken it to the beach and it does well outside. It also entirely fills up the room indoors. I dont know how but it does. Depends on where it is located. Very satisfied. Great speaker.

The Bose speaker is excellent for outside music listening for entertaining and has great quality. Sound easy to use my teenage daughters use it just connect to Bluetooth play your music and party anywhere you want. I would definitely recommend this product to those who love, entertaining and listening to music outside and inside Best Buy ever the sound quality is great. Came in handy for Christmas party.

It's perfect, easy to carry everywhere, it sounds great. Ideal for the beach, field, or in the living room of the house.

I recently got my hands on the Bose Portable Smart Speaker in Triple Black, and it has completely transformed my audio experience. Bose has once again proven why they are synonymous with premium sound quality, and this portable speaker is a testament to their commitment to excellence. The first thing that struck me was the clarity and depth of the sound. The Bose Portable Smart Speaker delivers an immersive audio experience that is unrivaled in its class. Whether I'm listening to my favorite music, tuning in to podcasts, or catching up on the latest news, every note is crystal clear, and the bass is just right. It's like having a concert hall in the palm of your hands. The versatility of connectivity options is another standout feature. With built-in WiFi and Bluetooth capabilities, this speaker seamlessly integrates into my home network and connects effortlessly to my devices. The freedom to choose between Google Assistant and Alexa voice control adds an extra layer of convenience. I love being able to control the speaker with simple voice commands, making it truly hands-free. The portability factor is a game-changer for me. The sleek and compact design makes it easy to carry anywhere, whether I'm lounging in the backyard, heading to the beach, or even just moving from room to room in my house. The built-in rechargeable battery ensures that I can enjoy hours of uninterrupted music without worrying about constantly recharging. Setting up the Bose Portable Smart Speaker was a breeze. The intuitive Bose Music app guided me through the process, and within minutes, I was ready to enjoy a world-class audio experience. The app also allows me to personalize my settings, adjust EQ preferences, and explore various streaming services seamlessly. In conclusion, the Bose Portable Smart Speaker is a triumph of audio engineering and smart integration. Bose has managed to pack exceptional sound quality, cutting-edge technology, and sleek design into one impressive package. Whether you're an audiophile or someone who simply appreciates top-notch audio, this speaker is a must-have. It's not just a speaker; it's a whole new dimension of sound. Highly recommended!

Bose continues to design and pump out speakers with great sound with the Bose Portable Home Speaker with Amazon Alexa and Google voice assistants built in. The design is similar to their recent years’ portable models with the vase shaped, non-directional circular sound design with upward facing microphones around the top bezel for the voice assistants to capture you no matter what side of the speaker you’re on. This is a great design for indoor and outdoor use since you don’t have to aim it in just one direction and I’m surprised more portable speakers don’t go this route. I also think it’s great that they opted for both Amazon and Google voice assistant options so you don’t have to choose between what your preference is and you can switch without having to shop for another speaker. And if you don’t prefer the voice assistant options, you can always use the bluetooth feature to connect your smart device however there is no auxiliary input for those “old school” wired devices. It uses a USB-C cable to charge the device or you can opt for the charging cradle, not included. I prefer the voice assistant to listen through my synced music app or stream internet radio. It can also be used as a speaker phone when connected to your smartphone. It was fairly simple to set up and link your preferred voice assistant through the smart device application which you can use to also adjust the bass and treble, check battery life, control the volume, set/use preset stations and more. You can set the speaker to remain on, in standby mode for voice assistant use or turn off which all affect battery life accordingly. The sound is impressive, as you would expect from Bose, and I found myself not needing to turn it up more than half way even when using in a large area outside. The small handle on top is convenient for toting around from place to place, the speaker is small and light enough to not be a burden and the sound is big enough to fill a few rooms or outdoor area. All that being said, I would recommend this Bose speaker to anyone in the market for a portable smart speaker.

The sound quality of these Bose speaker is phenomenal. I have owned this for about a year now and I have no regrets. It is easily portable and packs a punch for a speaker that isn’t too big with little to no distortion even when played at the highest volume. Bluetooth works like a charm. No issues connecting to any device. Battery life is outstanding. I would recommend this to anyone.

The sound quality meets, if not exceeds, The high expectation we’ve come to expect from Bose. The portability is also great in that it can get dirty and damp but cleans up great without any negative effects from enduring splashes from poolside use. The flexible handle is comfortable and sturdy. And the battery life is impressive. I’ve run the speaker through a night’s sleep and it’s still going strong when I wake and take it into the bathroom to shower. The big fail: the buttons on top are indistinguishable and should have raised, identifiable blisters for finger recognition at a minimum. But for a quality product from Bose, I would have expected the buttons to light up for easy identification. In a dimly-lit room or at dusk I have to use the flashlight on my phone to use the speaker. For this reason alone the speaker gets the 4-star rating.

Great sound. Can hide it and nor realize where sound is coming from. Great bass. Very portable. Well made. Good battery.

I am a BOSE loyal customer for over 30 years, their sound always surprises me when Ii purchase a new speaker/technology. I LOVE the Smart speakers they support and especially the portability of the BOSE Portable smart speaker. The sound fills the space beautifully and I love th extra control on the app for extra BASS, TREBLE . They pair beautifully for a whole house experience. We use this on our Boat Dock and enjoy great sound everywhere!

I have several Bose portable speakers which are all great speakers but this one is rapidly becoming one of my favorites. The sound quality is amazing and it has great portability. My favorite feature is the built in Alexa and wifi. The only thing I don’t like is this not a biggie but the buttons on top are very tiny so you really need to take a second look to make sure you’re pressing the correct one.

I am a BOSE loyal customer for over 30 years, their sound always surprises me when Ii purchase a new speaker/technology. I LOVE the Smart speakers they support and especially the portability of the BOSE Portable smart speaker. The sound fills the space beautifully and I love th extra control on the app for extra BASS, TREBLE . They pair beautifully for a whole house experience.

This Bose portable speaker is an amazing devise with compact design, very easy to setup and the sound is divine. Easy connections with my iMac and international radio. Portability and connectivity are another pros for what I like my Bose speaker being so easy to move from place to place and right away ready to use it.

This is the one year update. Great speakers and I highly recommend buying one if you're looking for a bluetooth speaker. Great Bose sound, clear, crisp notes, vibrant base, a well rounded performer! The App is incredibly easy to use.

Excellent speaker that met all my expectations. After receiving an Ipod touch for a gift I was on the lookout for a quality speaker. Bose is the absolute best sounding and long lasting speaker. It is easy to use and portable. I previously had an original ipod sound dock for my ipod classic which I have had for more than 15 years. The sound quality is great and holds a pretty good charge. If you are a music lover like me that listens to music every day this is a good investment. Highly recommend this speaker.

Clear sound. Great bass. Balance between bass, midrange, and highs is excellent. Very portable. Light.

Dynamic sound that I expect from Bose. Got this because of the portability and smart speaker. Looks good too. Really nice to have Alexa and be able to stream Sirius. Only drawback is that when you turn off speaker, you lose connection with Alexa and have to reconnect. I guess since it is a smart speaker then it is meant to be on all the time.

Great sound. Easy to use. Good volume. Small and compact.