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 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Blue) JBL Go 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Blue) #63 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#63
Sound
Balanced, punchy, warm midrange
Punchy bass, minimal clarity
Loudness
20W, adequate for small rooms & outdoors
Adequate for small rooms
Battery
12 hours
7 hours per charge
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IP67 submersible
Portability
Pocketable, 285g, carry loop
192g pocketable with loop
Durability
Proven rugged build, minimal defect rate
Solid rubberized plastic build
Value
Premium brand, excellent price-to-durability ratio
$49.95 for waterproof portable
Verdict
The category leader for durability and reliability
Best compact budget Bluetooth speaker

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