Replacing the Bose Soundlink II with Soundlink III was definitely worth. The Bose Soundlink III seems to have a broader range of highs and lows barring the clarity, which makes Bose so unique. The default equalization could be a little more balanced though.

Shopped around and read reviews and have decided the Bose Soundlink III was the best buy at $269, I am not disappointed. Sound is everything and this soundlink delivers deep warm music through out any large size living area or outside as well. Bought some cheaper unites but took them back.

If you like the characteristic Bose sound, you'll love the Soundlink III, but it will cost you an additional $35 to take it on the road.

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

The SoundLink line of portable wireless speakers keeps improving in sound quality with each iteration. The line does, however, face a Bluetooth speaker market that has grown increasingly crowded with models boasting extras, such as mobile device charging and speakerphones.

Crisp, lively sound; Good overall volume; Sleek, sturdy design; Good battery life

No speakerphone; Lacks track-skip buttons and USB charging; High price

Bose is back with SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III ($300), the third iteration of the wireless speaker since it was introduced in late 2011, and revved less than a year ago. While the second version looked a lot like the first, there's been a more significant physical redesign this time.…

I bought one of these babies on Memorial Day with the intent of putting it in my spa. But first, I took it with me to the beach. It made the entire vacation better...we even took it in the golf cart. When I got home a week later, I reluctantly followed through on my plans to put it in the spa..

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 revamped its larger portable Bluetooth speaker, releasing the Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III ($299.95).

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

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 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).