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Avg. price in UK: ~£110
Avg. price in US: ~$100
Audio output power: 35.00 W
Battery life: 5 hours
IP rating: ?
Bluetooth version: 2.1
Weight: 360 g

JBL Flip 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.

6.6

Good

5.9

Good

9.6

Exceptional

5.7
Outdoor durability
Score components:
40.0%
4.0
Water resistance
25.0%
?
IP rating
20.0%
9.9
Weight
15.0%
1.0
Battery life
4.6
Powerful sound
Score components:
45.0%
5.0
Audio output power
25.0%
1.0
Battery life
15.0%
9.9
Weight
15.0%
4.0
Party mode
5.1
Home listening
Score components:
35.0%
4.0
Multi-room support
30.0%
4.0
Wi-Fi connectivity
20.0%
5.0
Audio output power
15.0%
9.9
Weight

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Verdict

The JBL Flip 6 is a compact, cylindrical portable Bluetooth 5.1 speaker featuring a 2-way speaker system with a 20W RMS racetrack-shaped woofer, a 10W RMS separate tweeter, and dual passive bass radiators that deliver a total of 30W output power across a 63Hz–20kHz frequency response. Main pros include its highly durable, adventure-ready IP67 water and dustproof housing, up to 12 hours of audio playback on a 2.5-hour USB-C charge, custom EQ adjustments via the JBL Portable app, and multi-speaker daisy-chaining through PartyBoost. However, notable cons include its lack of a built-in microphone for speakerphone functionality, the absence of a traditional 3.5mm auxiliary analog input, and restriction to the basic SBC audio codec without higher-fidelity options.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker JBL Flip

Overall score

6.6

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What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.

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Audio

5.7

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Audio output power

What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.

When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 W

Driver unit size

What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.

When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

Number of drivers

What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.

When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 2

Frequency response tolerance

What it is: The allowed deviation around the stated frequency response curve.

When it matters: When a flatter and more accurate frequency response matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 3 dB

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Lowest frequency

What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <= 60 Hz

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Connectivity

5.5

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Bluetooth connectivity

What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive audio over Bluetooth.

When it matters: When wireless playback from phones, tablets, or computers matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

Bluetooth version

What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.

When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.

When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 10 m

Bluetooth profiles supported

What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.

When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

?

Bluetooth LE Audio

What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports the low-energy Bluetooth audio standard.

When it matters: When newer low-power Bluetooth audio features matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Battery

6.3

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Battery life

What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.

When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

Battery capacity

What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.

When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 5000 mAh

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Charging time

What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.

When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 4 h

Maximum charging input power

What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.

When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 20 W

Built-in rechargeable battery

What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.

When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Durability

6.4

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IP rating

What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.

When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: IP67+

?

Water resistance

What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.

When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

Dust resistance

What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.

When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

Waterproof depth rating

What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.

When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 1 m

Drop resistance

What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.

When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Controls

4.2

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On-device controls placement

What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.

When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

side

Touchscreen

What it is: Indicates whether a touch-sensitive screen is integrated.

When it matters: When direct visual control is more convenient than buttons or an app.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Smartphone app control

What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.

When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Remote control

What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.

When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Fast pairing

What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.

When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Design

9.2

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Weight

What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.

When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 1000 g

Height

What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.

When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 20 cm

Width

What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.

When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 25 cm

Depth

What it is: The front-to-back depth of the speaker housing.

When it matters: When the speaker should take up less front-to-back space.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 10 cm

Carry options

What it is: The available ways to carry, hang, or attach the speaker.

When it matters: When a handle, strap, or attachment point changes how you carry the speaker.

Importance: LOW

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Smart features

3.9

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Companion app name

What it is: The official app used to control settings and functions of the speaker.

When it matters: When app compatibility and the available control features depend on the official app.

Importance: LOW

?

Firmware updates

What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.

When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Firmware update method

What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.

When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

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Voice assistant support

What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.

When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Spotify Connect

What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.

When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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JBL Flip vs the average portable speaker

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1 m deeper waterproof rating
JBL Flip has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >= 1 m
JBL Flip has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).1 m vs 0 m
1 more multipoint connections
JBL Flip has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
Simultaneous Bluetooth devices: 2.
What it is: The number of source devices that can stay connected at the same time.
When it matters: When switching between several connected source devices matters.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >= 2
JBL Flip has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
Has built-in stereo speakers
JBL Flip has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
Provides true stereo output within the unit.
What it is: Shows whether the device uses separate left and right audio channels.
When it matters: When true left-and-right channel playback matters without pairing a second speaker.
Importance: LOW
Good value: yes
JBL Flip has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
14 W higher charging input power
JBL Flip has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (24 W vs 10 W).
What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >= 20 W
JBL Flip has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (24 W vs 10 W).24 W vs 10 W
15 W more audio output power
JBL Flip has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (35 W vs 20.00 W).
Total RMS output: 35.00 W.
What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >= 20 W
JBL Flip has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (35 W vs 20.00 W).35.00 W vs 20.00 W
Includes a power adapter
JBL Flip includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated power adapter is included in the box.
When it matters: When you want the required charging hardware supplied in the box.
Importance: LOW
Good value: yes
JBL Flip includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
440 g lighter
JBL Flip is lighter than the average portable speaker (360 g vs 800 g).
What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <= 1000 g
JBL Flip is lighter than the average portable speaker (360 g vs 800 g).360 g vs 800 g
19.8% higher user score
JBL Flip has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (9.58 vs 8.000).
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.
JBL Flip has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (9.58 vs 8.000).9.58 vs 8
Has built-in stereo speakers
JBL Flip has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
15 W more audio output power
JBL Flip has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (35 W vs 20.00 W).
1 more multipoint connections
JBL Flip has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
14 W higher charging input power
JBL Flip has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (24 W vs 10 W).
Includes a power adapter
JBL Flip includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
1 m deeper waterproof rating
JBL Flip has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
440 g lighter
JBL Flip is lighter than the average portable speaker (360 g vs 800 g).
Includes a travel bag
JBL Flip includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.

Why is JBL Flip worse than the average portable speaker?

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90 Hz less deep bass extension
JBL Flip has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (150 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 150.00 Hz.
6 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
JBL Flip has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (86 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
Sound pressure level: 86.00 dB.
10 mm smaller main driver
JBL Flip has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50.00 mm).
Primary driver diameter: 40.00 mm.
Does not include a passive radiator
JBL Flip does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
2.9 Bluetooth levels older
JBL Flip has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
Bluetooth version: 2.1.
7 hours shorter battery life
JBL Flip has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (5 hours vs 12 hours).
Is not water resistant
JBL Flip is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
Is not rated as dust resistant
JBL Flip is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
Does not support smartphone app control
JBL Flip does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
Does not support stereo pairing
JBL Flip does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
True left/right stereo pairing: not supported.
Does not support True Wireless Stereo
JBL Flip does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
Does not provide voice prompts
JBL Flip does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
3.6 cm taller
JBL Flip is taller than the average portable speaker (16 cm vs 12.4 cm).
7 older
JBL Flip was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2012 vs 2019).
Release year: 2012.
Is not water resistant
JBL Flip is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: yes
JBL Flip is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
7 hours shorter battery life
JBL Flip has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (5 hours vs 12 hours).
What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >= 20 h
JBL Flip has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (5 hours vs 12 hours).5 hours vs 12 hours
Is not rated as dust resistant
JBL Flip is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: yes
JBL Flip is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
90 Hz less deep bass extension
JBL Flip has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (150 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 150.00 Hz.
What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <= 60 Hz
JBL Flip has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (150 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).150.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
Does not support smartphone app control
JBL Flip does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.
Importance: LOW
Good value: yes
JBL Flip does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
2.9 Bluetooth levels older
JBL Flip has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
Bluetooth version: 2.1.
What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >= 5.0
JBL Flip has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).2.1 vs 5.0
6 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
JBL Flip has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (86 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
Sound pressure level: 86.00 dB.
What it is: The maximum acoustic loudness the speaker can produce.
When it matters: When the speaker must play loudly in a large or outdoor space.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >= 90 dB SPL
JBL Flip has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (86 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).86.00 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL
10 mm smaller main driver
JBL Flip has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50.00 mm).
Primary driver diameter: 40.00 mm.
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >= 50 mm
JBL Flip has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50.00 mm).40.00 mm vs 50.00 mm

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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about JBL Flip?

Impressive, powerful audio quality and clear vocals for its compact size
Robust bass output driven by dual passive radiators
Highly portable, lightweight, and easy to fit into a backpack or bag
Excellent durability with strong dustproof and waterproof ratings (IP67/IP68)
Quick and stable Bluetooth pairing with a reliable connection
User-friendly companion app featuring customizable equalizer (EQ) settings

What customers dislike about JBL Flip?

Noticeable sound distortion and harshness at maximum volume levels
Battery life drains significantly faster when played at high volumes
Lacks a built-in microphone for speakerphone or voice assistant use
No auxiliary (3.5mm) input or physical wired playback options
Does not deliver deep sub-bass or a wide stereo soundstage due to its mono design
Newer models lack backward compatibility with older JBL speaker pairing protocols

Expert reviews

cnet.com

21/12/2012

Summary of the review

JBL Flip review: Portable Bluetooth speaker stands tall - CNET

The CNET review highlights the JBL Flip 6 as a top-performing compact Bluetooth speaker featuring improved sound with deeper bass via a dedicated tweeter and woofer, plus an upgraded IP67 rating for water and dust resistance. While praised for its design and 12-hour battery life, the speaker lacks a microphone for speakerphone functionality and a 3.5mm auxiliary input, with a higher price point than its predecessor.

whathifi.com

25/04/2013

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JBL Flip review - What Hi-Fi?

The original JBL Flip is a portable Bluetooth speaker lauded for its attractive, versatile design, capable of both horizontal and vertical orientation to enhance audio projection. It features functional call-handling capabilities with intuitive controls, though its performance is limited by a short, five-hour battery life and a slow three-hour charge time. Further limitations include a predominantly plastic construction and the use of a bulky proprietary charger rather than a standardized, convenient port.

techwalls.com

15/02/2014

Summary of the review

JBL Flip Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Review What Hi-Fi?

The TechWalls review of the original JBL Flip Bluetooth speaker highlights its exceptional portability, user-friendly Bluetooth pairing, and a functional integrated speakerphone. While offering good sound, the review notes significant drawbacks, including a lack of USB charging, a bulky proprietary power adapter, and a shorter-than-advertised battery life of roughly 3.5 hours at high volume.

applevis.com

30/11/2012

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JBL Flip Bluetooth Speaker Review - AppleVis If you need review lists for later generations of the speaker (such as the Flip 5 or Flip 6) or want to l...

The AppleVis review highlights the first-generation JBL Flip as a sturdy, compact, and budget-friendly Bluetooth speaker featuring a convenient speakerphone button, an included carrying pouch, and an AUX input. However, the speaker suffers from poor stereo separation in horizontal orientation, a mediocre soundstage, and a lack of standard USB charging, requiring users to carry a bulky AC charger.

computerbild.de

09/04/2025

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JBL Flip 7 Review: The Best Flip in Years!

Computer Bild rates the JBL Flip 7 a "good" 2.1, highlighting its successful design, exceptional 20-hour battery life, robust IP68 rating, and versatile "PushLock" accessory system. While offering convenient USB-C wired playback, the review notes a significant drawback: using this feature drains the connected smartphone or laptop battery, as the phone acts as the power source.

hifi.de

03/04/2025

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JBL Flip 7 Review: Making the Bluetooth Speaker Future-Proof!

The JBL Flip 7 offers a significant, future-proof upgrade over its predecessor, boasting superior sound quality, longer 14-hour battery life, IP68 durability, and enhanced app support with EQ customization. Key innovations include universal Auracast multi-speaker connectivity and a versatile mechanical push-lock system for interchanging the carrying strap and carabiner. While it improves upon the previous design in almost every way, a notable drawback is the loss of PartyBoost compatibility, which prevents pairing with older JBL models.

chip.de

07/11/2025

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JBL Flip 7 Review | CHIP

The JBL Flip 7 is a compact 557-gram speaker featuring an IP68-rated design, delivering a clearer, louder sound with superior vocal reproduction and Auracast support compared to its predecessor. According to CHIP.de, key drawbacks include a thin bass response, an unbalanced sound at high volumes, reduced 14-hour battery life, and the absence of a microphone or AUX-in port.

computerbild.de

09/03/2022

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JBL Flip 6 Review: Bluetooth Speaker with Highs and Lows

According to the Computer Bild review, the JBL Flip 6 is a durable, IP67-certified, 550-gram waterproof speaker that delivers strong, bass-heavy outdoor audio. Key advantages include its lightweight, rugged design and straightforward controls, while drawbacks center on a lack of features like a power bank, auxiliary input, or speakerphone, along with limited acoustic spatiality.

hifi.de

04/01/2022

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JBL Flip 6 Review: Smaller but more powerful

The JBL Flip 6 is a compact, durable Bluetooth speaker featuring a new dedicated tweeter that delivers a balanced sound profile with improved high-frequency performance. While praised for its portability, dust resistance, and customizable app EQ, the speaker exhibits acoustic weaknesses at maximum volume and offers minimal design changes compared to its predecessor.

computerbild.de

02/05/2023

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JBL Flip 5 Review: Robust Bluetooth Speaker for On the Go

The JBL Flip 5 review by Computer Bild highlights the Bluetooth speaker as a robust, IPX7-rated device offering 12-hour battery life and improved, distortion-free sound with deep bass via USB-C charging. While boasting high portability and audio quality, the speaker lacks a 3.5mm AUX jack, a built-in microphone for speakerphone functionality, and utilizes the new PartyBoost system, which is not compatible with older JBL devices.

hifi.de

19/11/2021

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JBL Flip 5 Review: Buy Now or Pay More for the Flip 6?

According to the HIFI.de review, the JBL Flip 5 is a robust, IPX7-rated speaker that sets a benchmark for its size with punchy, deep bass, precise high frequencies, and a 12-hour battery life. However, the speaker features a mono design with highly directional sound, and lacks the 3.5mm AUX input, integrated microphone, and updated Bluetooth standard found in older models.

computerbild.de

01/06/2017

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JBL Flip 4 Bluetooth Speaker Review

Computer Bild rated the compact JBL Flip 4 Bluetooth speaker as "satisfactory" (2.5), praising its balanced, powerful sound, lively treble, and strong, detailed bass at lower volumes. While featuring convenient playback controls, the speaker’s limitations include reduced resonance at higher volumes, a somewhat harsh, hissing sound when turned up, and slightly muffled vocals upon close inspection. The review suggests the speaker is a strong contender in its class, despite these performance constraints at maximum volume.

enceintesbluetooth.fr

10/02/2014

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JBL Flip: Full Review | Affordable Wireless Portable Speaker

The original JBL Flip is a budget-friendly wireless speaker featuring a versatile design that enables both horizontal and vertical positioning, alongside surprisingly good audio performance for its price point. While offering a built-in microphone and a protective carrying case, the unit suffers from poor battery life and relies on a proprietary wall adapter rather than a more convenient USB charging method.

leclaireur.fnac.com

18/06/2013

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JBL Flip: A little speaker with a big heart

The Fnac Leclaireur review describes the original JBL Flip as a highly portable, versatile mini Bluetooth speaker that stands out in its category with superior sound quality, fast pairing, and a built-in microphone for hands-free calls. While offering flexible vertical or horizontal positioning, the device is limited by a short, 5-hour battery life, a long 3-hour charge time, and minimal connectivity options, according to the review.

lesnumeriques.com

30/05/2013

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JBL Flip Review: The mini speaker that packs a punch

The original JBL Flip is a highly portable, cylindrical Bluetooth speaker offering powerful, energetic stereo sound, dual-orientation design, reliable pairing, and a built-in microphone for speakerphone calls. Despite these strengths, the review highlights significant drawbacks, including a bulky, proprietary wall charger rather than a universal mini-USB port, a plastic-heavy construction, and minimal stereo separation due to its small size.

one-tech.es

03/09/2022

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JBL Flip 6: full review and opinion - One-tech

The JBL Flip 6 is a compact, durable Bluetooth 5.1 speaker featuring IP67 water/dust resistance, 30W RMS power via a dedicated woofer and tweeter, and JBL Portable app compatibility with graphic EQ. The review highlights its robust design, strong bass, and PartyBoost functionality for syncing units, while noting the lack of a microphone for calls, absence of a 3.5mm input, and limited physical track controls as drawbacks.

gamereactor.es

21/03/2025

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JBL Flip 7 Review: But could they pack any more noise in there?

The JBL Flip 7 offers a significant performance boost over its predecessors, highlighting immense volume capacity, effective AI-powered EQ, and new support for lossless audio over USB-C. While delivering robust sound for its size, the speaker suffers from limited app functionality (lack of dedicated stereo L/R channel mapping) and inherent physical constraints such as restricted directionality and lower sound presence compared to larger units.

dday.it

24/04/2025

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JBL Flip 7 Review: The ultimate portable Bluetooth speaker is still the king

The JBL Flip 7 review on DDay.it praises the portable speaker for improving upon the brand's leadership with enhanced audio, Auracast technology, USB-C wired audio, improved battery life, and superior IP68 protection, while maintaining a durable, drop-resistant design. The main drawback is the premium launch price of €149.99, which is higher than the market average for this segment.

qualescegliere.it

11/05/2023

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JBL Flip 6 Review

The JBL Flip 6 is a highly resilient, portable Bluetooth speaker (scored 8.6/10) featuring a two-way audio system that delivers balanced, rich sound, plus IP67 water/dust protection, a 12-hour battery, and Bluetooth 5.1. Pros include superior sound quality and rugged design, while cons focus on a limited feature set lacking a microphone for speakerphone, voice assistant support, and an auxiliary (AUX) input.

macitynet.it

13/10/2015

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JBL Flip 3 Review: The Fearless Bluetooth Speaker

The Macitynet review highlights the JBL Flip 3 as a rugged, splashproof Bluetooth speaker optimized for energetic, rhythmic audio with a 30% power boost (16W), dual passive radiators for enhanced bass, and a noise-canceling speakerphone. The speaker supports the JBL Connect feature for pairing multiple units, though limitations include it being only splashproof rather than fully waterproof and experiencing slight sound distortion at maximum volume.

dday.it

05/10/2015

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JBL Flip 3 review: The Bluetooth speaker that does not fear the unexpected

The DDay.it review highlights the JBL Flip 3 as a compact, rugged, and splashproof Bluetooth speaker featuring a durable fabric mesh design, upgraded 3,000 mAh battery with 10-hour life, and powerful bass via dual passive radiators. While praised for its adventure-ready construction and performance, the speaker has a €129 price tag, lacks NFC, and can produce slight audio distortion or harshness at maximum volume.

gadgetgear.nl

25/01/2013

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JBL Flip Review - GadgetGear.nl

The GadgetGear.nl review of the first-generation JBL Flip highlights a highly portable, versatile wireless speaker with robust, multi-orientation design, praising its clear, loud, and distortion-free audio. While the speaker offers functional hands-free calling via an integrated microphone, it is limited by a short battery life of approximately 5 hours and occasional Bluetooth pairing issues.

want.nl

31/10/2019

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JBL Flip 5 review: the ideal compact speaker

The WANT.nl review highlights the JBL Flip 5 as a highly portable, IPX7 waterproof Bluetooth speaker delivering surprisingly deep bass and clear audio, alongside a fast-charging USB-C port and a convenient PartyBoost feature. Key drawbacks include the removal of the 3.5mm AUX port and built-in microphone for speakerphone functionality, while the sound quality may diminish at maximum volume.

expert.nl

31/10/2019

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JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth speaker review

The Expert.nl review highlights the JBL Flip 5 as a portable Bluetooth speaker featuring a single 44 x 80 mm racetrack-shaped driver, delivering deeper bass and higher maximum volume compared to its predecessor. While praised for its 20-watt RMS output and improved low-end frequency response, the review notes the shift from dual drivers to a single transducer configuration, resulting in a mono audio output rather than stereo.

expert.nl

30/06/2025

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JBL Flip 7 Review - Expert WANT +3

The JBL Flip 7 retains its iconic, durable design while introducing a highly secure car-seatbelt-style mechanism for the included strap, making it exceptionally travel-ready, according to the Expert.nl review. While the speaker offers impressive, visually active bass through its end-woofers, a notable drawback is that the design and layout remain largely unchanged from its predecessors.

global.techradar.com

24/03/2022

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JBL Flip 6 review

The JBL Flip 6 is recognized as a rugged, portable Bluetooth speaker offering balanced, bass-heavy audio with an IP67 rating and a 12-hour battery life. Key advantages include its durable, waterproof design and a customizable equalizer app, while limitations include the lack of a microphone for calls, no power bank functionality, and restricted PartyBoost compatibility.

tweakers.net

15/07/2026

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JBL Flip 6 Black - Jeremiah - Product reviews - Tweakers

The JBL Flip 6 is praised in a Tweakers review for its robust, portable design, upgraded IP67 rating, and improved sound quality with a dedicated tweeter and woofer. User "Jeremiah" highlights the addition of in-app equalizer settings and a stable Bluetooth 5.1 connection, but notes cons including the speaker's inability to float, reduced battery life at high volumes, and the lack of a track-back button.

tweakers.net

25/03/2024

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JBL Flip 6 Martin Garrix - Archeonicus - Product reviews - Tweakers

The Tweakers review of the JBL Flip 6 Martin Garrix Edition praises the speaker's excellent sound output, punchy bass, and robust, portable build quality, highlighting its striking custom aesthetic. However, the reviewer gives a 3 out of 5-star rating due to disappointing software, citing problematic, unintuitive companion app integration that fails to match the premium hardware.

consumentenbond.nl

01/01/2026

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JBL Flip 6 Blue - Test, Reviews & Prices - Consumers' Association

The Consumentenbond reviews the JBL Flip 6 (Blue) as a portable 30-Watt Bluetooth speaker featuring a lightweight 0.544-kilogram design, easy pairing, and an IP-rated waterproof, submersion-resistant construction. Key strengths include a companion app with equalizer adjustments and extra bass, while identified limitations include the absence of a wall charging adapter, the lack of a 3.5mm AUX input, no power bank functionality, and a non-user-replaceable battery.

consumentenbond.nl

01/01/2026

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JBL Flip 6 Red - Test, Reviews & Prices | Consumentenbond

The JBL Flip 6 (Red) is a compact, 30-watt portable Bluetooth speaker weighing 0.544 kg, praised for its IP67 waterproof rating, app-enabled sound customization, and ease of use. Key drawbacks identified in the review include the lack of a charging adapter in the box, a non-replaceable battery, no power bank functionality via USB, and the absence of an AUX input.

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