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, Black JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Black #3 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker #14 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#14
Sound
Balanced, controlled bass; punchy mids
Balanced, clear mids, controlled bass
Loudness
~85dB—adequate for rooms, limits outdoor scale
84 dB max; adequate for small–medium rooms
Battery
12 hours
12 hours rated playtime
Waterproofing
IP67—fully submersible
IP67 submersible
Portability
Pocketable at 285g with carrying loop
Pocketable with carry strap, 345g
Durability
Rugged rubberized chassis, proven durability
Rubber/plastic shell, proven reliability
Value
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Excellent sound & waterproofing at mid-range price
Verdict
The category benchmark for portable Bluetooth speakers
Best-selling waterproof portable speaker

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