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Jawbone Mini Jambox Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Audio output power:6.00 WBattery life:10 hoursIP rating:IPX5Bluetooth version:4.0Weight:255 g

Jawbone Mini Jambox Review: Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

Jawbone Mini Jambox
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.
Score distribution
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Score components

80%

5.8

Technical score

20%

8.7

User score

▼Worse than 72% of portable speakers
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

▼Worse than 71%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

32%

5.6

Audio

20%

5.4

Battery

18%

5.5

Durability

16%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Controls

3%

9.3

Design

3%

4.4

Smart features

▼Worse than 90%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 82%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Jawbone Mini Jambox

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

32%

5.6

Audio

20%

5.4

Battery

18%

5.5

Durability

16%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Controls

3%

9.3

Design

3%

4.4

Smart features

5.8
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Jawbone Mini Jambox has a popularity score of 8.6 points, which is higher than 83.4% of products in this category.
8.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.4
Audio output power
6 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 6 W which is lower than that of 77% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.9% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
35 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 35 mm which is smaller than that of 95.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
2
This portable speaker has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
?
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
4
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 4 which is older than that of 76.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 8.7% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
?
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
10 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 10 hours which is shorter than that of 53.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 12.9% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
900 mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 900 mAh which is smaller than that of 89.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Charging time
?
Maximum charging input power
?
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
IPX5
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IPX5 which provides worse ingress protection than 62.3% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 15.3% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
no
This portable speaker is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
yes
This portable speaker is dust resistant. 48.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
Not waterproof m
This portable speaker is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of portable speakers have a native waterproof depth rating.
Drop resistance
no
This portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating. 32.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
?
Touchscreen
?
Smartphone app control
yes
This portable speaker supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
255 g
This portable speaker weighs 255 g which is lighter than that of 84.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Height
5.8 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 5.8 cm which is shorter than that of 89.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Width
15.4 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 15.4 cm which is narrower than that of 59.7% of portable speakers.
Depth
2.45 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 2.45 cm which is shallower than that of 98.7% of portable speakers.
Carry options
none
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
no
This portable speaker does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Firmware update method
USB
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Jawbone Mini Jambox vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • Claims MIL-STD-810 compliance
    This portable speaker claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
  • 545 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (255 g vs 800 g).
    255 g vs 800 g
  • 5.85 cm shallower
    This portable speaker is shallower than the average portable speaker (2.5 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    2.45 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 6.6 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (5.8 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    5.8 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • Has a programmable button
    This portable speaker has a programmable button, while the average portable speaker does not have a programmable button.
    Has a user-programmable physical button.
  • 9.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
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    Jawbone Mini Jambox
    the average portable speaker
    Jawbone Mini Jambox has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (8.74 vs 8).
    8.74 vs 8
  • 2.05x more popular
    Jawbone Mini Jambox is more popular than the average portable speaker (8.62 vs 4.21).
    8.62 vs 4.21
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • Claims MIL-STD-810 compliance
    This portable speaker claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • Has a programmable button
    This portable speaker has a programmable button, while the average portable speaker does not have a programmable button.
    Has a user-programmable physical button.
  • 545 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (255 g vs 800 g).
    255 g vs 800 g
  • 5.85 cm shallower
    This portable speaker is shallower than the average portable speaker (2.5 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    2.45 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 6.6 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (5.8 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    5.8 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 12 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (80 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    80 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 1,700 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (900 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    900 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 15 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (35 mm vs 50 mm).
    35 mm vs 50 mm
  • 14 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (6 W vs 20 W).
    6 W vs 20 W
  • 1 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
    10 hours vs 12 hours
  • 6 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    2013 vs 2019
  • 2% worse value for money
    Jawbone Mini Jambox offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.4 vs 7.5).
    7.4 vs 7.55
  • 12 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (80 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    80 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 15 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (35 mm vs 50 mm).
    35 mm vs 50 mm
  • 14 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (6 W vs 20 W).
    6 W vs 20 W
  • 1 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 1,700 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (900 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    900 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
    10 hours vs 12 hours
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 6 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    2013 vs 2019

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Jawbone Mini Jambox

  • Extremely compact, slim, and pocketable design
  • Lightweight and highly portable for travel and outdoor activities
  • Premium, sturdy build quality featuring a single-piece aluminum body
  • Long-lasting battery life offering up to 10 hours of playback
  • Attractive aesthetic with various color and grille pattern options
  • Clear and detailed mid-range and treble frequency response
  • Good speakerphone functionality with clear vocal performance
  • Seamless Bluetooth pairing with helpful voice prompt notifications
  • Innovative LiveAudio technology that widens the soundstage

What customers don't like about Jawbone Mini Jambox

  • Weak, thin, and nearly non-existent bass response due to its small size
  • Limited maximum volume that is insufficient for filling large rooms or outdoor spaces
  • Audio distortion can occur when pushed to maximum volume levels
  • High retail price point relative to its sound performance
  • Lacks native NFC connectivity for quicker hardware pairing
  • The official companion app offers limited utility for music management
  • Does not include a dedicated wall-charging power brick in the box

Verdict

The Jawbone Mini Jambox is an ultra-compact portable Bluetooth 4.0 speaker built with a rigid single-piece extruded aluminum chassis that measures 6.06 x 0.96 x 2.28 inches and weighs 9 ounces. It features two proprietary acoustic stereo drivers, a passive bass radiator, a built-in microphone for speakerphone functionality, a 3.5mm auxiliary input, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivering up to 10 hours of continuous playback. Main advantages include its highly pocketable unibody design, Multi Play capabilities for stereo pairing, and impressive audio clarity for its small size, though its limitations include a lack of room-filling volume, anemic bass performance compared to chunkier rivals, and a lack of NFC connectivity.

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