| Name | Marshall Willen II | Bose SoundLink Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Small | Small |
| MSRP | $119.99 | $119 |
| Released | 2024 | 2017 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 1.0 (mono) | 1.0 (mono) |
| Woofers (or full range): | 1× 2″ | 1× full range |
| Tweeters: | - | - |
| Subwoofers: | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | 10 W | Not specified |
| Frequency range | 75.0 Hz - 20 kHz | Not specified |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ❌ | ✔ TWS |
| Party mode? (mono) | ❌ | ✔ (Party Mode) |
| Other (special) audio features? | Speakerphone | Speakerphone |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | ❌ |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ✔ (calls) | ✔ (calls, voice control) |
| Guitar/mic input? | ❌ | ❌ |
| USB-A playback? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX in? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other in/outputs? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Battery life | 17 hours | 6 hours |
| Charge time | 2.5 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 9.9 Wh | 11 Wh |
| Swappable battery? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charging port(s): | USB-C | Micro-USB |
| Powerbank function? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Sound mode button(s)? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Sound effect buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other (special) buttons? | Multi-directional control knob | Multi-function button |
| App? | Marshall Bluetooth app | Bose Connect |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 10.05×10.05×4.34 | 9.83×9.83×3.48 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 3.96×3.96×1.71 | 3.87×3.87×1.37 |
| Weight (kg): | 0.36 | 0.290 |
| Weight (lbs): | 0.79 | 0.64 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IP67 | IP67 |
| Transportation method? | Strappable | Strappable |
| Color options: | 2 colors: Black, cream | 3 colors: Black, blue, white |
| Other features? | Fastening strap | Silicone strap |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | USB-C to USB-C | USB-A to micro-USB |
| Accessories? | Fastening strap | - |
| More info | ||
| Model number | 1006714, 1006717 | 783342 |
| User guide / manual | Full manual | Owner's guide |
| Official site link: | Marshall.com | Bose.com |
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