Wireless speakers / Compare
Bose SoundLink Plus vs JBL Xtreme 5
Product A: Bose
50 of 96 known
Product B: JBL
66 of 96 known
Change JBL Xtreme 5
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- 25 different values
- 26 known for one only
- 16 the same
- 20 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 82 wireless speakers.
- Charging timeLower is betterA: 5hB: 3.5hJBL is 1.5 h lower.
- Playback time (claimed)A: 20hB: 24hJBL is 4 h higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- ABose: 283.7 × 104.5 mm
- BJBL: 346 × 165 mm
Weight
0 to 25,000 g
All 96 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
894040-0100, 4435161Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Observed Black selector request returns commercial SKU 894040-0100, internal offer id SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS-BLK-WW, selected Black and not refurbished. Physical model 443516 is independently printed in the original guide. The internal storefront id is not substituted for the SKU.2Maker product pagebose.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-Bose_US-Site/en_US/Product-VariationRead 8 October 2026Public selector endpoint URL was observed in current page Black input data-url, not guessed. Returned sku 894040-0100, selected Black and variant id SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS-BLK-WW. Original guide model 443516 is separate.3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/592fa3dc17e8e43c/original/896884_OG_PLUS-SPEAKERWIRELESS_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Regulatory page 4 explicitly Model/Type designation 443516. This is hardware model, not color-specific commercial SKU.
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Audio
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Audio channels
Mono1Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Own Plus comparison section explicitly says Mono. Exact review independently confirms one speaker is mono.5Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-soundlink-plus-review-better-than-the-jbl-charge-6-139985Read 8 October 2026Actual Plus is mono. Stereo uses second same-model speaker.
Audio drivers
ABose SoundLink Plus
| Driver type | Count |
|---|---|
| Subwoofer | 1 |
| Tweeter | 1 |
Source4Press releasebose.com/pressroom/new-bose-soundlink-plus-and-micro-speakersRead 8 October 2026Exact Plus section explicitly one subwoofer and one tweeter. Dimensions and audio RMS watts not published.5Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-soundlink-plus-review-better-than-the-jbl-charge-6-139985Read 8 October 2026Independently one woofer and one tweeter, while original maker calls bass driver subwoofer.
BJBL Xtreme 5
| Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) | Rated power per driver (W) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woofer | 1 | Not available | 60 |
| Tweeter | 2 | 20 | 15 |
Passive radiators
44Press releasebose.com/pressroom/new-bose-soundlink-plus-and-micro-speakersRead 8 October 2026Exact Plus section explicitly four passive radiators, separate from two powered transducers. Micro 2nd Gen dual radiators are not transferred.5Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-soundlink-plus-review-better-than-the-jbl-charge-6-139985Read 8 October 2026Actual review explicitly four passive radiators.
Rated audio power
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90W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8d6f4873/pdfs/JBL_Xtreme_5_with_adaptor_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stored battery-mode total 90 W is explicitly reported in the actual SoundGuys review. Own maker battery-mode RMS ratings, one 60 W woofer and two 15 W tweeters, corroborate that total. This is not peak power or mains-mode output.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-xtreme-5-review-bigger-louder-and-redesigned-where-it-counts-156013Read 8 October 2026Exact actual review explicitly reports 90 W output on battery for Xtreme 5, as stated hardware audio power rather than a reviewer power measurement. Manufacturer component RMS ratings corroborate the reported total.
Rated audio power on mains
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130W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8d6f4873/pdfs/JBL_Xtreme_5_with_adaptor_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stored plugged-in total 130 W is explicitly reported in the actual SoundGuys review. Own maker AC-mode RMS ratings, one 90 W woofer and two 20 W tweeters, corroborate that total. Current QSG requires an 80 W JBL PD adapter for these AC audio ratings. This is not wall consumption or a battery charging-power claim.3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw46980507/pdfs/PA_JBL_Xtreme_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V15_online.pdfRead 8 October 2026English technical-table footnote: AC audio ratings apply when used with an 80 W JBL PD adapter. That condition is not transferred to battery-mode ratings or assumed to describe a measured charge rate.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-xtreme-5-review-bigger-louder-and-redesigned-where-it-counts-156013Read 8 October 2026Exact actual review explicitly reports 130 W output plugged in for Xtreme 5. Manufacturer component RMS ratings corroborate the reported total, and own QSG supplies the 80 W JBL PD adapter condition.
Audio output power (unspecified rating)
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Peak audio power
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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)
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Frequency response upper limit (claimed)
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Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)
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Adjustable equalizer
Equalizer bands
71Maker product pagejbl.com/XTREME-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Seven-band EQ. Do not count lighting themes or fixed sound presets.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-xtreme-5-review-bigger-louder-and-redesigned-where-it-counts-156013Read 8 October 2026Actual app review explicitly identifies seven-band adjustable EQ.
Automatic sound adjustment
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Sound modes
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Smart EQ Mode, Playtime Boost1Maker product pagejbl.com/XTREME-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker names Smart EQ Mode and Playtime Boost. No unverified preset names are added.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-xtreme-5-review-bigger-louder-and-redesigned-where-it-counts-156013Read 8 October 2026Actual review explicitly explains Playtime Boost reduces bass to extend runtime.
Wireless stereo pairing
Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Stereo Mode requires two SoundLink Plus units. Different compatible models can use synchronized Party Mode only.3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/592fa3dc17e8e43c/original/896884_OG_PLUS-SPEAKERWIRELESS_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Same-model pair supports separate L/R. Different models play in unison through Party Mode.
Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/XTREME-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker supports two compatible speakers in stereo. Actual review specifically describes two identical Xtreme 5 units for stereo pairing through JBL Portable.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-xtreme-5-review-bigger-louder-and-redesigned-where-it-counts-156013Read 8 October 2026App supports two identical Xtreme 5 units for true stereo performance. No Xtreme 4 pairing compatibility is inferred.
Speaker link protocols
Bose Party Mode, Bose Stereo Mode, Bose SimpleSync1Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Party/Stereo Mode use compatible portable speakers with the Shortcut button. Current FAQ names Micro 2nd Gen, Flex 2nd Gen, Plus and Max. SimpleSync with compatible Bose smart speakers/soundbars is separately documented by guide.3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/592fa3dc17e8e43c/original/896884_OG_PLUS-SPEAKERWIRELESS_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 29 to 31 portable Party/Stereo grouping, page 32 SimpleSync with compatible Bose smart speaker/soundbar. SimpleSync Bluetooth link range 9 m does not establish Wi-Fi support in Plus.
Max linked speakers
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Max Bluetooth group speakers
21Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Portable Party/Stereo grouping supports only one other speaker at a time, two total including the first. The named compatible family is Micro 2nd Gen, Flex 2nd Gen, Plus, Max. Stereo L/R requires two Plus. No exact minimum firmware stated. Global or Wi-Fi-backed SimpleSync-system maximum remains unknown.3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/592fa3dc17e8e43c/original/896884_OG_PLUS-SPEAKERWIRELESS_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 29 says only one other portable speaker at a time, hence two including first. Current compatible family names come from maker FAQ. Broader smart-speaker system maximum not inferred.
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Connectivity
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Bluetooth audio playback
Bluetooth version
Bluetooth codecs
Bluetooth profiles
Bluetooth LE Audio
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Auracast
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Multipoint
Multipoint source devices
23Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/592fa3dc17e8e43c/original/896884_OG_PLUS-SPEAKERWIRELESS_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Two simultaneously connected devices. Six stored pairings are separate and not counted as concurrent sources.4Press releasebose.com/pressroom/new-bose-soundlink-plus-and-micro-speakersRead 8 October 2026Two source devices explicitly supported, separate from portable speaker group size.
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Bluetooth range (claimed)
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Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi standards
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Network audio protocols
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USB audio input
USB drive playback
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USB audio file formats
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Ports
ABose SoundLink Plus
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| USB-C | 1 | Speaker charging input, power-bank output and firmware service |
BJBL Xtreme 5
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| USB-C | 1 | Speaker power/charging input, digital audio input and power-bank output |
Controls and software
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Speakerphone
Voice assistants
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Controls
Power, Bluetooth pairing/source selection, Volume up/down, Play/pause, Next/previous track, Programmable shortcut, Speaker linking/mode selection, Factory reset3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/592fa3dc17e8e43c/original/896884_OG_PLUS-SPEAKERWIRELESS_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own button diagram, playback instructions, shortcut, group mode and factory reset sections support listed functions. Shortcut choices explicitly speaker link and Spotify Tap. Review control table mentions Aux-in although this model has no AUX, so that shortcut is not inherited.
Power, Bluetooth pairing, Play/pause, Next/previous track, Volume up/down, Auracast linking, Ambient lighting on/off, USB audio activation, Factory reset3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw46980507/pdfs/PA_JBL_Xtreme_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V15_online.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own diagrams identify power, Bluetooth pairing, play once/pause, next twice, previous three times, volume and Auracast button. App section shows lighting on/off. Lossless audio holds play while plugging USB. Factory reset explicitly holds play and plus for more than two seconds.
Companion app
App platforms
User firmware updates
Built-in lighting
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Lighting modes
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Freeze, Bounce, Trim, Switch, Loop, Neon5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-xtreme-5-reviewRead 8 October 2026Actual app test explicitly names Bounce, Loop and Trim. Full six names are independently in the contemporary announcement report.6Press articletechaeris.com/2026/03/31/jbl-announces-xtreme-5-go-5-speakersRead 8 October 2026Announcement report explicitly lists Freeze, Bounce, Trim, Switch, Loop and Neon for Xtreme 5. Actual TechRadar app test independently confirms three of these. The report 25-hour playback line conflicts with own maker documents and is not used.
Smart home
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Matter controller
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Thread border router
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Zigbee hub
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Battery and charging
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Built-in battery
Playback time (claimed)
Playback with battery extension (claimed)
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28h2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8d6f4873/pdfs/JBL_Xtreme_5_with_adaptor_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Total up to 28 hours with Playtime Boost, equal to 24 plus four additional hours. Actual SoundGuys explains reduced bass in this battery-extension mode. The announcement report 25-hour normal-playback line is not adopted.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-xtreme-5-review-bigger-louder-and-redesigned-where-it-counts-156013Read 8 October 2026Exact review explicitly says up to 28 hours with Playtime Boost enabled, separate from 24-hour normal playback. It explains that the extension mode reduces bass output. The measured 30.1-hour stock-preset result is separate.
Battery energy
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Battery capacity
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Nominal battery voltage
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Battery chemistry
User-replaceable battery
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Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw46980507/pdfs/PA_JBL_Xtreme_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V15_online.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own Battery Replacement section gives user instructions to remove the old pack and insert JBL BATTERY 400 using the shown battery-cover screws. Maker says replace only when defective and securely lock the cover to preserve the waterproof seal. No hot-swapping or included spare is claimed.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-xtreme-5-review-bigger-louder-and-redesigned-where-it-counts-156013Read 8 October 2026Actual review demonstrates the removable battery system. Manufacturer QSG, rather than review speculation about spare-pack swaps, controls permitted replacement scope.
Full charge time
Quick charge duration
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Playback after quick charge
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Charging input rating
5 / 9 / 12 / 15 V DC at 3 A, or 20 V DC at 4 A2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8d6f4873/pdfs/JBL_Xtreme_5_with_adaptor_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published speaker Power input profiles: 5/9/12/15 V at 3 A and 20 V at 4 A. These overall device input ratings do not establish how much power reaches the battery. No separate maximum battery-charging wattage is inferred.
USB Power Delivery charging
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Charges other devices
Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8d6f4873/pdfs/JBL_Xtreme_5_with_adaptor_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly supports charging other devices through the same USB-C socket while playing audio. Output voltage/current profiles are preserved in ports notes without inventing a maximum-output scalar.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-xtreme-5-review-bigger-louder-and-redesigned-where-it-counts-156013Read 8 October 2026Actual review says the single USB-C port charges the speaker, charges a phone and carries digital audio.
Max power-bank output
15W1Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Explicit 15 W charge-out at 5 V/3 A. Not inferred from battery capacity or charging input.3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/592fa3dc17e8e43c/original/896884_OG_PLUS-SPEAKERWIRELESS_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 4 device output 5 V DC 3 A corroborates FAQ explicit 15 W maximum, not used alone to invent wattage.
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Wireless charging
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Durability
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Dust and water rating
Floats
Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Explicit floats, not designed for playing while submerged. Up to 30 minutes accidental water exposure, followed by drying and fresh-water rinse after salt/chlorine.4Press releasebose.com/pressroom/new-bose-soundlink-plus-and-micro-speakersRead 8 October 2026Exact Plus announcement explicitly floats.
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Drop resistance
Drop test height
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Carry features
Utility rope loop1Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Built-in utility rope loop. Maker directs damaged-loop inquiries to support. No replacement handle or optional strap in the box.3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/592fa3dc17e8e43c/original/896884_OG_PLUS-SPEAKERWIRELESS_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Portability chapter describes carrying loop, distinct from Max removable handle. No detachable replacement accessory assumed.
Measured
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Playback time (measured)
Max sound pressure (measured)
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Low-frequency extension (measured)
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High-frequency extension (measured)
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Audio latency (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions
Width283.7Height104.5Depth86.4mm(11.2 × 4.1 × 3.4 in)1Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Specific current selected-reference technical attribute labels Unpackaged Entire Product/System as 4.114 in H x 11.169 in W x 3.402 in D. Converted using 25.4 mm/in and rounded to 0.1 mm. Generic Plus comparison instead gives 9.1 in W x 3.94 in H x 3.4 in D, while launch says 9.1 in W x 3.9 in H x 3.4 in D. Review header gives unlabeled 231 x 86 x 104 mm. The most specific current labelled row is retained. Cause and loop/orientation scope of disagreement are not established and not invented.2Maker product pagebose.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-Bose_US-Site/en_US/Product-VariationRead 8 October 2026Current selected variant attributes repeat explicitly labelled Unpackaged Entire Product/System axes 4.114 in H x 11.169 in W x 3.402 in D. These define stored claimed dimensions despite less-specific comparison disagreement.
Width346Height165Depth155mm(13.6 × 6.5 × 6.1 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8d6f4873/pdfs/JBL_Xtreme_5_with_adaptor_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own W×H×D label explicitly gives 346×165×155 mm. Strap positioning is not included as an independently specified dimensional envelope.
Weight
1,530g(3.4 lb)1Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Specific current selected-reference Unpackaged Entire Product/System row states 3.373 lb, converted using 453.59237 g/lb and rounded to 1530 g. Battery-powered unpackaged speaker, no box/charger included. Generic comparison says 3.29 lb. Review header gives 1530 g. No proven explanation for comparison difference or separate loop mass is supplied.2Maker product pagebose.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-Bose_US-Site/en_US/Product-VariationRead 8 October 2026Same selected unpackaged technical row publishes 3.373 lb. Rounded converted 1530 g.
Body materials
Silicone, Polycarbonate, Steel, Nylon1Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Specific technical table explicitly lists silicone, polycarbonate, steel and nylon. Feature prose names powder-coated steel grille and soft-touch silicone.4Press releasebose.com/pressroom/new-bose-soundlink-plus-and-micro-speakersRead 8 October 2026Plus steel grille, silicone and nylon loop independently corroborate selected technical material list.
Post-consumer recycled plastic, Fabric, Rubber protective edges1Maker product pagejbl.com/XTREME-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker feature heading explicitly says Made with recycled plastic and fabric. Detail also names PVC-free post-consumer recycled plastic and fabric. Rubber protective edges are separately stated in the official announcement.7Press released21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/68681/pdf/campaigns/982-jbl-introduces-jbl-xtreme-5-and-jbl-go-5-with-upgraded-sound-new-lighting-features-and-improved-durab.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official release explicitly describes protective rubber edges for both named new speakers, including Xtreme 5. This is not a previous-generation transfer.
Certifications
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FCC IDs
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
Bose SoundLink Plus Portable Speaker, USB-C to USB-C cable, Safety Sheet1Maker product pagebose.com/p/speakers/bose-soundlink-plus-portable-speaker/SLP-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact selected complete box inventory and maker box photograph identify speaker, USB-C C-to-C cable and Safety Sheet. Power adapter sold separately. The selected technical attribute USB Cord Plug Type/Size separately says USB-A to USB-C with length 19.69 in. This conflicts with the actual box inventory/image and its cause is unproved. Retained cable type follows the direct package evidence. Cable length remains unknown, and no A-to-C item is substituted.
JBL Xtreme 5 speaker, JBL PD adapter with 1.5 m cable, Shoulder strap, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card and Safety Sheet1Maker product pagejbl.com/XTREME-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US page explicitly includes a PD adapter. Own with-adapter sheet and QSG also include the shoulder strap. QSG says adapter not included for EMEA, which is not inherited by this US reference. USB data cable and optional EasySing microphone are not included. The adapter cable is 1500 mm in the PDF, not the website 59 ft unit error.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
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www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8d6f4873/pdfs/JBL_Xtreme_5_with_adaptor_Specsheet_EN.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8d6f4873/pdfs/JBL_Xtreme_5_with_adaptor_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Current exact US maker page links this own Xtreme 5 with-adaptor English sheet. Earlier equivalent maker asset dw97973312 was also read. No without-adapter package is used for US box contents.
Manual
assets.bosecreative.com/m/592fa3dc17e8e43c/original/896884_OG_PLUS-SPEAKERWIRELESS_EN.pdf3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/592fa3dc17e8e43c/original/896884_OG_PLUS-SPEAKERWIRELESS_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Current selected maker page links this original English SoundLink Plus Owner Guide.
www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw46980507/pdfs/PA_JBL_Xtreme_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V15_online.pdf3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw46980507/pdfs/PA_JBL_Xtreme_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V15_online.pdfRead 8 October 2026Current exact US maker page links Global SOP V15. Relevant complete English control diagrams, technical table and footnotes were rendered and visually read. Adapter package is explicitly regional: not included for EMEA, included for this US selected offer.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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