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There are a few trade-offs.
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While the sound is focused, I couldnt escape the signature Beats “bassiness.”
Some louder songs feel too clubby for my taste.
The Bose SoundLink Flex is one of those speakers.
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On the other hand, the build quality is honestly unmatched for this use case.
(But note that the overall rubbery texture is prone to collecting dirt and grime.)
However, the price is reasonable for what you get.
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And for everything on offer, its a decent morning sidekick.
It sounded more balanced than expected, and it projects pretty well.
An upstream USB-C port lets you charge a phone if you want to use this as a power bank.
I also experienced some Bluetooth connectivity hiccupswhich is odd considering it comes with the decidedly modern Bluetooth version 5.3.
But once you get the StormBox Micro 2 kicking, itll be a rock-solid part of your morning routine.
When you add the use case for shower listening, these factors get more nuanced.
That reliability metric focuses more on water resistance and overall durability.
I also factor extras into my research and hands-on testing.
For example, some speakers (like the Soundcore Flare 2) feature visual cues like diffused RGB lighting.
Others offer straps and carabiner attachments to hang hooks in your shower.
The second digit represents water resistance.
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PHOTO: Lifewire / Jason Schneider
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PHOTO: Lifewire / Jason Schneider
Beats Pill, Bose Soundlink Flex, and Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 shower speakers.Lifewire / Jason Schneider
