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 Grip Compact Bluetooth Speaker (Red) JBL Grip Compact Bluetooth Speaker (Red) #65 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#65
Sound
Balanced, punchy, minor bass bloom
Punchy, bass-forward; boomy at max
Loudness
Good for size, distortion at max peak
~85dB SPL max; good for outdoors
Battery
12 hours
14 hours rated
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IP68 fully submersible
Portability
Highly pocketable, 7.2 oz, rubber strap
Compact with grip; 280g
Durability
Proven rugged design, solid seals
Rugged design, proven in drops
Value
Excellent value at ~$90
$64.95 sale price vs. $99.95 MSRP
Verdict
The go-to portable Bluetooth speaker
Best rugged compact Bluetooth speaker for adventure

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