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JBL Flip Essential 2 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Audio output power:20.00 WBattery life:10 hoursIP rating:IPX7Bluetooth version:5.1Weight:520 g

JBL Flip Essential 2 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.

JBL Flip Essential 2
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

80%

6.0

Technical score

20%

9.4

User score

▼Worse than 51% of portable speakers
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 59% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▲Better than 59%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

32%

5.8

Audio

20%

6.0

Battery

18%

7.2

Durability

16%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

4.5

Controls

3%

9.0

Design

3%

4.2

Smart features

▼Worse than 82%
9.4

User score

User score
9.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 96%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker JBL Flip Essential 2

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

32%

5.8

Audio

20%

6.0

Battery

18%

7.2

Durability

16%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

4.5

Controls

3%

9.0

Design

3%

4.2

Smart features

6.0
User score
User score
9.4/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.4
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
JBL Flip Essential 2 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 92% of products in this category.
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Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 59% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.7
Audio output power
20 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 20 W which is higher than that of 46.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.4% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
44 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 44 mm which is smaller than that of 69.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.7% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
65 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 65 Hz which is higher than that of 57.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.6% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
5.1
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5.1 which is newer than that of 70.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.8% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >30 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
A2DP; AVRCP
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
Market range: <6 hours – >24 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
3,250 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 3,250 mAh which is larger than that of 64.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Charging time
3 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 3 hours which is shorter than that of 35.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 35.1% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
10 W
Market range: <5 W – >30 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 10 W which is higher than that of 44.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 26.1% of portable speakers.
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
IPX7
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IPX7 which provides better ingress protection than 47.6% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 25.2% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
no
This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
1 m
Market range: <0 m – >1 m
This portable speaker has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m which is deeper than that of 52.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 47.4% of portable speakers.
Drop resistance
?
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On-device controls placement
top
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
no
This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
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
520 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 520 g which is lighter than that of 65.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Height
6.8 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 6.8 cm which is shorter than that of 81.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1% of portable speakers.
Width
17.5 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 17.5 cm which is narrower than that of 52.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Depth
7 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 7 cm which is shallower than that of 63.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.1% of portable speakers.
Carry options
strap
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Companion app name
JBL Portable
Firmware updates
no
This portable speaker does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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JBL Flip Essential 2 vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    This portable speaker 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
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 3 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 vs 0
  • 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 a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX7 vs IPX5).
    IPX7 vs IPX5
  • 650 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (3,250 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    3,250 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 5 °C higher maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (45 °C vs 40 °C).
    45 °C vs 40 °C
  • 18% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 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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    ▼
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    JBL Flip Essential 2
    the average portable speaker
    JBL Flip Essential 2 has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (9.44 vs 8).
    9.44 vs 8
  • 2.38x more popular
    JBL Flip Essential 2 is more popular than the average portable speaker (10 vs 4.21).
    10 vs 4.21
  • 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.
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • 0.1 Bluetooth levels newer
    This portable speaker has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.1 vs 5).
    5.1 vs 5
  • 650 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (3,250 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    3,250 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    This portable speaker has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    1 m vs 0 m
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX7 vs IPX5).
    IPX7 vs IPX5
  • 5 °C higher maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (45 °C vs 40 °C).
    45 °C vs 40 °C
  • 3 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 vs 0
  • 5.6 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (6.8 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    6.8 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 280 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (520 g vs 800 g).
    520 g vs 800 g
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 6 fewer paired devices remembered
    This portable speaker remembers fewer paired devices than the average portable speaker (2 vs 8).
    2 vs 8
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 6 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (44 mm vs 50 mm).
    44 mm vs 50 mm
  • 5 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (65 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    65 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 6 fewer paired devices remembered
    This portable speaker remembers fewer paired devices than the average portable speaker (2 vs 8).
    2 vs 8
  • 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 rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker 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
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.

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hifi.de
10/07/2023
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03/09/2023
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hifi.de
25/08/2023
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homeandsmart.de
26/11/2024
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31/10/2022
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16/11/2022
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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 JBL Flip Essential 2

  • Excellent sound quality with clear mids and sharp highs for its size
  • Impressive, punchy bass performance driven by dual passive radiators
  • Compact, lightweight, and highly portable design
  • Robust IPX7 waterproof rating ideal for pools, beaches, and outdoor use
  • Sturdy build quality with a tough protective fabric and rubberized ends
  • Quick and seamless Bluetooth pairing with smartphones and tablets

What customers don't like about JBL Flip Essential 2

  • Average battery life (around 10 hours) that falls short of some competitor speakers
  • Lacks compatibility with JBL's PartyBoost feature to link with other JBL speakers
  • Relatively slow battery charging time (takes about 3 hours)
  • Can experience issues pairing with specific smart devices like Alexa
  • No built-in microphone for speakerphone hands-free calls
  • Bass emphasis can occasionally feel overwhelming or muddy for certain musical genres

Verdict

The JBL Flip Essential 2 is a compact, 0.52 kg portable Bluetooth 5.1 speaker featuring a 44 x 80 mm racetrack-shaped driver and dual passive radiators that deliver 20W RMS of audio power across a 65 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response. Its core pros include a durable IPX7 waterproof housing making it highly outdoor-ready, powerful Original Pro Sound with rich bass, and a 3250mAh battery providing up to 10 hours of playtime with a 3-hour USB-C recharge time. However, notable cons include its lack of smart features like an in-built microphone for speakerphone use, no compatibility with the JBL Portable companion app for custom EQ adjustments, and the absence of PartyBoost support to link multiple speakers together.

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