The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Portable Bluetooth Speakers, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker #2 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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JBL Charge 5 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker (Teal) JBL Charge 5 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker (Teal) #18 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#18
Sound
Balanced, punchy, minor bass bloom
Warm, bass-forward but punchy
Loudness
Good for size, distortion at max peak
85 dB SPL, good for outdoors
Battery
12 hours
20 hours
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IP67 (submersible)
Portability
Highly pocketable, 7.2 oz, rubber strap
1.1 lbs, strap included, backpack-friendly
Durability
Proven rugged design, solid seals
Rubberized plastic, proven durability
Value
Excellent value at ~$90
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Verdict
The go-to portable Bluetooth speaker
Best all-day portable speaker

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