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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Marshall Emberton Bluetooth Portable Speaker Marshall Emberton Bluetooth Portable Speaker #91 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#91
Sound
Balanced, punchy, minor bass bloom
Balanced, guitar-forward tuning; controlled bass
Loudness
Good for size, distortion at max peak
20W; good for small–medium rooms
Battery
12 hours
~20 hours
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IPX7 (submersible)
Portability
Highly pocketable, 7.2 oz, rubber strap
~650g with leather grip; backpack-portable
Durability
Proven rugged design, solid seals
Rugged metal grille, leather, proven durability
Value
Excellent value at ~$90
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Verdict
The go-to portable Bluetooth speaker
Best retro-styled portable speaker

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