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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Tribit StormBox Mini+ Portable Bluetooth Speaker Tribit StormBox Mini+ Portable Bluetooth Speaker #92 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#92
Sound
Balanced, punchy, minor bass bloom
Balanced with boomy low-end
Loudness
Good for size, distortion at max peak
Good for medium rooms; modest outdoors
Battery
12 hours
12 hours
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IPX7 submersible
Portability
Highly pocketable, 7.2 oz, rubber strap
165g, ultracompact, backpack-ready
Durability
Proven rugged design, solid seals
Solid plastic, proven waterproof seals
Value
Excellent value at ~$90
Excellent for $32.99 (18% off MSRP)
Verdict
The go-to portable Bluetooth speaker
Best waterproof value portable speaker

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