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KEF LSX II — Smart/Portable · $1399
KEF

KEF LSX II

Smart/Portable · $1399

92
/ 100
From $1,399
VS
KEF LSX II wins by 6
Bose SoundLink Max — Smart/Portable · $399
Bose

Bose SoundLink Max

Smart/Portable · $399

86
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict

KEF LSX II takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, KEF LSX II lands at 92 and Bose SoundLink Max at 86. That puts KEF LSX II ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick KEF LSX II if…

  • ✓Easy multi-room with ecosystem
  • ✓App EQ on modern models
  • ✓USB-C/AUX input on some

Pick Bose SoundLink Max if…

  • ✓Easy multi-room with ecosystem
  • ✓App EQ on modern models
  • ✓USB-C/AUX input on some
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound

KEF LSX II

Compared on the sound sub-score

KEF LSX II leads on sound (92 vs 86).

Design

Tie

Compared on the design sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

KEF LSX II

Compared on the features sub-score

KEF LSX II leads on features (90 vs 84).

Value for money

Bose SoundLink Max

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Bose SoundLink Max more score per dollar ($399 vs $1,399).

KEF LSX II 92
vs
86 Bose SoundLink Max

Score breakdown

KEF LSX II
92
sound 92
features 90
design 88
ecosystem 84
Bose SoundLink Max
86
sound 86
features 84
design 88
ecosystem 84

Specs side-by-side

KEF LSX II versus Bose SoundLink Max — full spec comparison
Spec KEF LSX II Bose SoundLink Max

KEF LSX II

Pros
  • +Easy multi-room with ecosystem
  • +App EQ on modern models
  • +USB-C/AUX input on some
Cons
  • −Brand ecosystem lock-in
  • −Subscription features on some
  • −Bass limits at lower sizes

Bose SoundLink Max

Pros
  • +Easy multi-room with ecosystem
  • +App EQ on modern models
  • +USB-C/AUX input on some
Cons
  • −Brand ecosystem lock-in
  • −Subscription features on some
  • −Bass limits at lower sizes

FAQ: KEF LSX II vs Bose SoundLink Max

Which is better, KEF LSX II or Bose SoundLink Max? +

KEF LSX II scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is KEF LSX II worth the price? +

At $1,399, KEF LSX II delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.

Is Bose SoundLink Max worth the price? +

At $399, Bose SoundLink Max delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in design.

Does KEF LSX II or Bose SoundLink Max last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound, KEF LSX II or Bose SoundLink Max? +

KEF LSX II — leads on sound (92 vs 86). Compared on the sound sub-score.

Which is better for features, KEF LSX II or Bose SoundLink Max? +

KEF LSX II — leads on features (90 vs 84). Compared on the features sub-score.