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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JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Pink) JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Pink) #10 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#10
Sound
Balanced, punchy, minor bass bloom
Balanced, punchy; slight bass warm-up
Loudness
Good for size, distortion at max peak
~90dB; adequate for rooms, outdoors adequate
Battery
12 hours
12 hours
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IP67 (submersible)
Portability
Highly pocketable, 7.2 oz, rubber strap
285g; pocketable with fabric loop
Durability
Proven rugged design, solid seals
Rubberized plastic; proven durability
Value
Excellent value at ~$90
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Verdict
The go-to portable Bluetooth speaker
The go-to portable Bluetooth speaker

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