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 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Red JBL Flip 5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Red #1 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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JBL Go 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker JBL Go 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker #6 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#6
Sound
Balanced, punchy, warm midrange
Punchy bass, clear midrange, bass-forward
Loudness
20W, adequate for small rooms & outdoors
85 dB max, adequate for small rooms
Battery
12 hours
5 hours per charge
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IP67 submersible
Portability
Pocketable, 285g, carry loop
Ultra-compact, 192g, pocketable
Durability
Proven rugged build, minimal defect rate
Rugged plastic shell, proven reliability
Value
Premium brand, excellent price-to-durability ratio
Excellent sound & features per dollar
Verdict
The category leader for durability and reliability
Best ultra-compact waterproof portable speaker

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