Bose SoundLink III / 3

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 204 user reviews of Bose SoundLink III / 3 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Opinions about the reliability and size are generally positive. The design and usability also get good reviews, whereas comments are divided on the price.

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98% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1583 user reviews of Bose SoundLink III / 3 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Opinions about the reliability and design are on the whole positive. The price and size also get good feedback.

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94% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Bose SoundLink III review

Solid build and sound, but that bass and lack of clarity has us looking at alternatives

Ample, deep bass Strong vocal performance Weighty sound Goes loud comfortably Excellent build Usability

Needs more subtlety and clarity Booming bass overpowers everything else

Bose really needs to rein in that booming bass to give the other sonic elements a chance. Some rival speakers have a much better handle on their frequencies, delivering punchy highs and lows in equal measure. In comparison, the Bose sounds muddled. The...

Feb, 2015

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.co.uk)

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III: Expensive, but a winner (review)

Though it remains somewhat pricey, Bose's SoundLink Bluetooth speaker III, improves on its predecessor, which already was a top-notch portable wireless speaker.

The ; sounds great for a compact Bluetooth speaker, playing louder than its predecessor and offering much better battery life. It also has a sleek and sturdy design, an auxiliary input, and the option to swap out protective covers (sold separately).

The speaker is pricey and has no speakerphone capabilities; requires dedicated AC adapter for charging (doesn't charge via Micro-USB).

Though it remains somewhat pricey, the Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III is a superlative portable wireless loudspeaker, improving on its already impressive predecessor.

Feb, 2014

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Expert review by : Philippa Clark (howtospendit.ft.com)

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker III

£290. Also in other colours

Dec, 2014

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Expert review by : Will Greenwald (itreviews.co.uk)

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III

The Bose SoundLink III is a solid replacement of the Editors' Choice SoundLink II, with powerful, clear sound in a functional, portable body.

The Bose SoundLink III is a worthy follow-up to the Editors’ Choice SoundLink II, offering slightly bigger, slightly warmer sound that presents plenty of detail and texture across the spectrum. If you want to spend a little bit less on a Bluetooth...

Feb, 2014

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Expert review by : Will Greenwald (pcmag.com)

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III

The Bose SoundLink III is a solid replacement of the Editors' Choice SoundLink II, with powerful, clear sound in a functional, portable body.

Warm, full sound across a variety of music genres. Long battery life.

Somewhat pedestrian design. Highs are slightly less crisp than before.

Conclusion The Bose SoundLink III is a worthy follow-up to the Editors' Choice SoundLink II, offering slightly bigger, slightly warmer sound that presents plenty of detail and texture across the spectrum. If you want to spend a little bit less on a...

Feb, 2014

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III: Expensive, but a winner (review)

Though it remains somewhat pricey, Bose's SoundLink Bluetooth speaker III, improves on its predecessor, which already was a top-notch portable wireless speaker.

The speaker is pricey and has no speakerphone capabilities; requires dedicated AC adapter for charging (doesn't charge via Micro-USB).

Though it remains somewhat pricey, the Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III is a superlative portable wireless loudspeaker, improving on its already impressive predecessor.

Feb, 2014

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III review

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speakers are among the most popular -- if not, the most popular -- portable wireless speakers in terms of sales. Last year, the company launched the impressive $200 SoundLink Mini , a micro model, and now in early 2014, it's...

The Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III sounds great for a compact Bluetooth speaker, playing louder than its predecessor and offering much better battery life. It also has a sleek and sturdy design, an auxiliary input, and the option to swap out...

The speaker is pricey and has no speakerphone capabilities; requires dedicated AC adapter for charging (doesn't charge via Micro-USB).

Though it remains somewhat pricey, the Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III is a superlative portable wireless loudspeaker, improving on its already impressive predecessor.

Feb, 2014

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Expert review by : Theo Nicolakis (pcworld.in)

Bose Soundlink III Bluetooth speaker review: That big Bose sound in a very small package

Bose is a bit of a paradox in the audio world. While many perceive Bose as a premium brand, many audiophiles reflexively convulse at the mere mention of its name. Irrespective of where one stands, there's no question that Bose revolutionized the...

Nov, 2016

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Expert review by : Theo Nicolakis (techhive.com)

Bose Soundlink III Bluetooth speaker review: That big Bose sound in a very small package

It's light on features and portability costs extra, but Bose fans will find plenty to like in this small speaker.

Beautifully slim form factor ; 14-hour battery life ; Characteristic Bose sound (although that will be a con for some)

Not rated for water resistance ; Battery is $35 option ; Boomy bass when positioned against room boundaries

Turn it on, crank it up, and the Soundlink III delivers big, clean sound that will draw your attention no matter where you are in the room. There’s a clear emphasis in the low end that gave just about every track on Adele’s a bit more thump.

Oct, 2016