Usually, waterproof tech might be able to withstand a splash, but it has the buoyancy of a brick. In the case of the Bose SoundLink Flex, the marketing isn’t just blowing bubbles. So, if you’re tired of babysitting your Bluetooth speaker, it might be time to switch to something that’s actually built for the real, messy, wet, and wild world, especially while it’s 20% off on Amazon.
It’s a solid deal on a piece of gear that doesn’t mind a little dirt on its face or a literal float in the pool. The Bose SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) is specifically designed with enough air trapped inside its sealed chassis to ensure it actually floats. While many outdoor speakers are rated to survive a dunk (IP67), they often sink to the bottom of a body of water, sending you on a deep-sea rescue mission. The Flex, however, is engineered to bob right back to the surface.
The Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker (2nd Gen) is designed to handle life’s whoops moments without skipping a beat. Its IP67 rating means it’s completely sealed against dust and can survive being submerged in water, but its clever design ensures it floats if it falls off a dock or a paddleboard.
The speaker features PositionIQ technology, which automatically senses if it’s upright, lying on its back, or hanging from its utility loop, adjusting the sound so your music always sounds balanced. With a tough, powder-coated exterior and 12 hours of battery life, it’s a reliable, no-nonsense powerhouse that’s small enough to toss in a bag but loud enough to fill a campsite.
Tip: If it takes a dip in salt water or a chlorinated pool, Bose recommends giving it a quick rinse with fresh water afterward to keep the silicone and grille from getting funky.
This article was written by Kendall Cornish, New York Post Commerce Editor & Reporter. Kendall, who moonlights as a private chef in the Hamptons for New York elites, lends her expertise to testing and recommending cooking products – for beginners and aspiring sous chefs alike. Simmering and seasoning her way through both jobs, Kendall dishes on everything from the best cookware for your kitchen to chef-approved gourmet meal kits to the full suite of Ninja appliances. Prior to joining the Post’s shopping team in 2023, Kendall previously held positions at Apartment Therapy and at Dotdash Meredith’s Travel + Leisure and Departures magazines.
