Rare discount knocks the Bose portable speaker down to an all-time low price

It's been a while since we reviewed the Bose Portable Smart Speaker, but it's still a solid choice if you can find it when it's on sale. The portable speaker not only delivers good sound, but is also easy to carry around.

It's IPX4 rated, which means it can handle some bad weather and withstand some splashes of water without any issues. The original $349 price tag left us a bit underwhelmed, but this newly discounted price of $249 makes it an absolute steal.

What's great about the Bose Portable Smart Speaker?

Perhaps the most important thing to highlight about this speaker is that it produces great sound. Of course, coming from Bose, that's to be expected, right? Now, we also love the design. It's simple and easy to carry thanks to its built-in handle.

You can expect about 12 hours of battery life with a single charge, and can stream music to the speaker using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. You can also use Amazon's Alexa or Google Assistant to control the device or other connected devices.

There are also physical controls on top of the speaker. For the most part, this is a solid speaker that's easy to recommend at this price. If you need something that can work at home but also be used on the go, it's a great option. Get it now while it's still on sale.

Bose Portable Smart Speaker

$249 $399 Save $150

Bose's Portable Smart Speaker offers the mighty sound you expect from this company but in a battery-powered, IPX4-rated design for use on the go. Like many Alexa-enabled speakers, you can link it with multiple units for a multi-room sound system, but unlike Amazon's device, this Bose model also features Google Assistant. It isn't the smallest nor lightest portable model, but it's still compact enough to toss in a backpack or beach bag. The flip-up handle makes it comfortable to carry too. On the top of the unit are physical control buttons for when you prefer to adjust the volume or skip songs manually, and the base is rubberized for stability. It's worth noting that it requires you to download the Bose Music app on your portable device to set up the speaker and update its firmware, but after doing so, the process is simple, and you are guided through every step.

$249 at Amazon
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