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 Go 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker – Teal JBL Go 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker – Teal #44 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#44
Sound
Balanced, controlled bass; punchy mids
Punchy, bass-forward, good for its size
Loudness
~85dB—adequate for rooms, limits outdoor scale
Loud for its size; ~85 dB max
Battery
12 hours
5 hours per charge
Waterproofing
IP67—fully submersible
IP67 (fully submersible)
Portability
Pocketable at 285g with carrying loop
0.46 lb, pocketable with strap loop
Durability
Rugged rubberized chassis, proven durability
Solid fabric & plastic build, proven seals
Value
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$39.95 for JBL waterproof speaker
Verdict
The category benchmark for portable Bluetooth speakers
Best ultra-portable waterproof speaker

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