As someone who bought the new Pill, I can say that the thing that drew me to it most was the iCloud linking. I have multiple Apple devices, so the ability to pair my speaker seamlessly to it without having to go into the Bluetooth settings every time might sound like a trivial reason, but for me, it is incredibly useful. Overall, I have been incredibly satisfied with it. I haven’t charged it since I got it about three weeks ago and I use it every day for approximately an hour. Clearly, the battery life is rated properly.
I have both. I prefer the way the Pill sounds, it’s more detailed at the high end. However the long presses on the power button can be annoying as it doesn’t always register and I noticed it can make everything on the table it’s on rattle, which the Flex doesn’t do. The Flex is easier to use, just don’t rely on the app, and still sounds really good. I think the comment about the Pill is more a home speaker is accurate, it’s heavier and just feels much nicer to hold. Essentially, they are both really good.
I tested both in person for a few days. Beats Pill has better highs but sounds robotic. Bose sounds very warm, natural and more bass. However, Beats Pill distorts a lot at max volume unlike the Bose which still sounds really good. I returned the Beats Pill.
Great video! I just picked up a Bose Flex about a week ago and I gotta say, I absolutely love it. I did catch the sale for 109 bucks for the black one, and for that price, it is an incredible sounding speaker. Of course, it has a limit to how good, and at the sale price I honestly want to get a second one just to try to stereo pairing and get more out of them. However, even just having the one, it is fantastic for when I'm just hanging out. I usually play it at about 40 percent and that even gets me a nice sound when I'm just sitting with it. I can't say anything on the Beats Pill, as I don't own one, but that was a serious contender for my choice of speaker until I saw the sale.
@@MichaelMichaelMichael. I didn't even know there was a 2nd gen...i do not believe mine is 2nd gen. It's the dark forest green which is a lot different than the 2nd gen shade of green.
@@MichaelMichaelMichael. I wasn't sure, but I opened up the app, and yeah...I don't see anywhere to change the EQ. The app does have some info on the device though including the serial number...and it says my speaker was manufactured on April 18, 2024. It does not show anything about it being 2nd gen. Not sure when the 2nd gen came out.
Ive pretty much always been a Bose guy, i had the original beats pill back in the day before they were bought by apple, and it was phenomenal... After apple acquired it, i wasn't feeling it. It sounded horrible to me. But i recently just bought the new beats pill, and i gotta say, it sounds GREAT ! And i just bought it to try it out, but im keeping it. And remember, im a Bose guy.
Having just recently purchased the Bose SoundLink Flex, I can attest to the sound quality of this unit at this price point. One thing that should be considered is the Bose Flex has a positional EQ (Bose calls it Position IQ), that affects the sound depending on which position the unit is set in. I have found the upright position gives the Flex a bass heavy sound, where laying it down flat on its back produces better mid range and highs.
I think when reviewing these small Bluetooth speakers, quality definitely matters. I find with some reviews there seems to be an expectation that these speakers should perform like bookshelf speakers. They are portable and will be limited. You pay for the portability and the satisfying sound that comes out of them…
Good comparison. I have had BOSE speakers and Bluetooth Speakers for years and they have been outstanding. I just ordered my first Beats Pill (2024 edition) because it fits in the APPLE eco system and connecting to APPLE phones, Pads, etc, will be seamless and effortless. BOSE has gotten complicated over the past several years with their numerous connect apps.....
I have two Sony ERSXB 100 Bluetooth speakers that I put in stereo mode when used. I feel this produces a larger stereo sound sage well still being compact. The two speakers together about the same size as one of the speakers featured in this video.
David, have you considered on reviewing anymore harman kardon bluetooth speakers? I still have my harman kardon esquire mini 1st gen and harman kardon one portable bluetooth speaker. Both of my harman kardon bluetooth speakers use micro usb. I've had them for 7 or 8 years and the batteries don't last that long since I constantly have to charge them and I use them when talking on the phone since they have a built in mic for talking on the phone. I still use the auxiliary port all the time since all my devices have the aux port and I only buy devices that have an aux port. I use the aux port since they offer better sound quality than using bluetooth since my lg v30 has the quad dac and I connect my portable speakers to the aux port all the time with my portable fiio hi res audio player running android.
Cosmetically I dig the look of the *Beats Pill* more. But sound quality wise, the Bose SoundLink Flex absolutely obliterates the *Beats Pill* all the while by taking names in the process, as well. Hence that is why after owning the *’og’ flex,* I went out & bought the *Flex 2* last week.
In my opinion, I think that the beats has more definition when it comes to a budget speaker than the Bose. But I haven't heard the new Bose boombox version yet which is more expensive at $400.00. But tends to drop in price for 2025.................
Beats Pill has no Bass as it is missing bass ports or passive radiators. Literally has no unit to produce bass. Bose Flex has passive radiators to produce bass and sounds more balanced. None of the reviewers are being truthful regarding criticism of Beats Pill.
Inuse pixel device and the bose sounslfex is the definitionnof BUGGY. It may work better with apple but inwould constantly have the device lose connection and then juat shut off in the middle of listening to music. Better luck with the beats
As someone who bought the new Pill, I can say that the thing that drew me to it most was the iCloud linking. I have multiple Apple devices, so the ability to pair my speaker seamlessly to it without having to go into the Bluetooth settings every time might sound like a trivial reason, but for me, it is incredibly useful. Overall, I have been incredibly satisfied with it. I haven’t charged it since I got it about three weeks ago and I use it every day for approximately an hour. Clearly, the battery life is rated properly.
If they both sound good then personal reasons mayyer in the end. I agree with your choice.
I have both. I prefer the way the Pill sounds, it’s more detailed at the high end. However the long presses on the power button can be annoying as it doesn’t always register and I noticed it can make everything on the table it’s on rattle, which the Flex doesn’t do. The Flex is easier to use, just don’t rely on the app, and still sounds really good. I think the comment about the Pill is more a home speaker is accurate, it’s heavier and just feels much nicer to hold. Essentially, they are both really good.
For the type of music I listen to most often, I'm going with the beats. When paired, the stereo sound is amazing.
I tested both in person for a few days. Beats Pill has better highs but sounds robotic. Bose sounds very warm, natural and more bass. However, Beats Pill distorts a lot at max volume unlike the Bose which still sounds really good. I returned the Beats Pill.
Thanks man your review is better than the video On youtube just watched here!
@@mystickal6342😂😂😂
Great video! I just picked up a Bose Flex about a week ago and I gotta say, I absolutely love it. I did catch the sale for 109 bucks for the black one, and for that price, it is an incredible sounding speaker. Of course, it has a limit to how good, and at the sale price I honestly want to get a second one just to try to stereo pairing and get more out of them. However, even just having the one, it is fantastic for when I'm just hanging out. I usually play it at about 40 percent and that even gets me a nice sound when I'm just sitting with it. I can't say anything on the Beats Pill, as I don't own one, but that was a serious contender for my choice of speaker until I saw the sale.
I went with two Flex when they went on sale and have never found them lacking.
I went for the Bose because I love the green it comes in, and it went on sale last month for just $99.
Was it the second gen?
@@MichaelMichaelMichael. I didn't even know there was a 2nd gen...i do not believe mine is 2nd gen. It's the dark forest green which is a lot different than the 2nd gen shade of green.
@@twitchster77 and I assume that you cannot change eq with the first gen?
@@MichaelMichaelMichael. I wasn't sure, but I opened up the app, and yeah...I don't see anywhere to change the EQ. The app does have some info on the device though including the serial number...and it says my speaker was manufactured on April 18, 2024. It does not show anything about it being 2nd gen. Not sure when the 2nd gen came out.
Ive pretty much always been a Bose guy, i had the original beats pill back in the day before they were bought by apple, and it was phenomenal...
After apple acquired it, i wasn't feeling it. It sounded horrible to me. But i recently just bought the new beats pill, and i gotta say, it sounds GREAT ! And i just bought it to try it out, but im keeping it. And remember, im a Bose guy.
I got the Flex since I paddle and the thing floats!
Having just recently purchased the Bose
SoundLink Flex, I can attest to the sound quality of this unit at this price point. One thing that should be considered is the Bose Flex has a positional EQ (Bose calls it Position IQ), that affects the sound depending on which position the unit is set in. I have found the upright position gives the Flex a bass heavy sound, where laying it down flat on its back produces better mid range and highs.
Exactly. I was thinking that when the one guy was saying you can’t hear the snare come in. Put it on its back sir and you’ll hear the snare.
I think when reviewing these small Bluetooth speakers, quality definitely matters. I find with some reviews there seems to be an expectation that these speakers should perform like bookshelf speakers. They are portable and will be limited. You pay for the portability and the satisfying sound that comes out of them…
You talk a lot of sense sir, respect to you.
So this speaker would not be good for listening to music while in the shower?
Flex is $90 at Costco now. I just picked up one. ❤
Good comparison. I have had BOSE speakers and Bluetooth Speakers for years and they have been outstanding. I just ordered my first Beats Pill (2024 edition) because it fits in the APPLE eco system and connecting to APPLE phones, Pads, etc, will be seamless and effortless. BOSE has gotten complicated over the past several years with their numerous connect apps.....
BOSE IS THE BEST HAND DOWN!!!
I picked up the flex for $99. Can't beat that speaker at that price.
Got a refurb for even less which sealed the deal, SE version since I don’t care about calls.
Beats pill is 99$ right now on Amazon
Beats Pill sounds better and has double the battery life plus the latest Bluetooth
Hey cnet , yesterday Bose just came out with Gen 2 of this sound flex speaker … will you guys review and compare the two ?.
I have two Sony ERSXB 100 Bluetooth speakers that I put in stereo mode when used. I feel this produces a larger stereo sound sage well still being compact. The two speakers together about the same size as one of the speakers featured in this video.
Ip67 is wateeproof or dustproof.. Its Water and Dust resistance..
got the flex 2nd generation Black Friday deal for 139 ( canadian ) 99 ( US ) i think thats a pretty fair deal no ? cheers from Canada
I got a Beats pill on sale for 150 cdn. I wish they had a transparent design like the studio buds plus.
David, have you considered on reviewing anymore harman kardon bluetooth speakers? I still have my harman kardon esquire mini 1st gen and harman kardon one portable bluetooth speaker. Both of my harman kardon bluetooth speakers use micro usb. I've had them for 7 or 8 years and the batteries don't last that long since I constantly have to charge them and I use them when talking on the phone since they have a built in mic for talking on the phone. I still use the auxiliary port all the time since all my devices have the aux port and I only buy devices that have an aux port. I use the aux port since they offer better sound quality than using bluetooth since my lg v30 has the quad dac and I connect my portable speakers to the aux port all the time with my portable fiio hi res audio player running android.
I love my Tribit Stormbox Pro. Has all the same features. Though I have not experienced these. $99
Cosmetically I dig the look of the *Beats Pill* more. But sound quality wise, the Bose SoundLink Flex absolutely obliterates the *Beats Pill* all the while by taking names in the process, as well. Hence that is why after owning the *’og’ flex,* I went out & bought the *Flex 2* last week.
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Were they listening to the speakers with it facing it away from them??
Beats Pill is the undisputed King 👑
BEATS ❤❤
A phenomenal speaker, the sound quality is amazing in this class of Bluetooth speakers... JBL or Beats are nothing to look for here...
The Flex is currently $89 at Costco until late August!
That may be The SoundLink Flex SE that’s $89 at Costco. SE has no speakerphone
@@waynedexteris the SE the first gen or second gen?
@@MichaelMichaelMichael. As far as I know there’s only one gen of the SE. Second gen is probably waiting in the wings though
@ does the SE have eq feature?
@@MichaelMichaelMichael. No
Good music lies in the ears of the listener...
In my opinion, I think that the beats has more definition when it comes to a budget speaker than the Bose. But I haven't heard the new Bose boombox version yet which is more expensive at $400.00. But tends to drop in price for 2025.................
You have to ask yourself if it's a good idea to turn the speakers away from the "blinded test subjects"?
Flex ❤
It is not a tie whatsoever, Bose beats Beats Pill so hard and it is much better!!
Stop lying to yourself...Beats Pill sounds better and has double the battery life
Beats sounds painful, Bose is much warmer and pleasing to ears.. @@lamar310
@@lamar310I have both and they are really close, despite the Bose being older. It’s a tie.
I disagree
Motion Plus is better
I don't understand how the Bose speaker can be so great and so expensive and they're mono speakers.
love ur reviews ! hope to meet u one day in new york ! kisses from italy
5:44 damn I’m vibing for this one lol 😅crazy edits, can anyone make a song from this !?
Blindfold test was NOT helpful😂 I 1000% appreciate the honesty
Beats Pill has no Bass as it is missing bass ports or passive radiators. Literally has no unit to produce bass.
Bose Flex has passive radiators to produce bass and sounds more balanced.
None of the reviewers are being truthful regarding criticism of Beats Pill.
beatspill❤
Inuse pixel device and the bose sounslfex is the definitionnof BUGGY. It may work better with apple but inwould constantly have the device lose connection and then juat shut off in the middle of listening to music. Better luck with the beats
Both off those speaker can be trash by "Tribit Flow" for a half or one third of the price of bose and beats..
Harmon Kardon Luna>>>>>>
Bruh who's the woman with nails 😮👀🌹
All the overpriced speakers 🤣
jbl haha
1st
after Beats Flex💩 I will never buy Beats again. Check on the internet what was a problem with Flex ones. I will never trust this company again
There’s no product called Beats Flex. Try again.
@@wutchamacallit are you living on different world kid?
@@wutchamacallitBeats Flex are wireless earbuds. How about you educate yourself before trying to bash others?😐
Do you mean the Bose QC Ultra Earbuds? They are terrible. The Bose Soundlink Flex doesn’t really have any common issues.
@@oliverstemp9132 APPLE BEATS FLEX Jesus Christ what's wrong with you guys?
Way overpriced. Much better options available.
Like which?
Dont know bout the other guy but im genuinely curious about the other options.
I went with the beats for prime deal day it was $106 after taxes