Jbl Charge 5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Blue)

JBL's portable Charge 5 speaker delivers surprisingly powerful Bluetooth audio from a compact, waterproof frame, making it the ideal travel companion for going just about anywhere.

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  Powerful, bass-forward, bright sound signature, Gets loud for its relatively compact size, Fully waterproof design, USB-A port for charging mobile devices

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  App lacks EQ, No speakerphone

JBL launched a bunch of products at CES this year, but few looked to be as promising as the Charge 5. Part rugged Bluetooth speaker, part power bank, the newest entry in the Charge series has much to offer, but it’s a lot more spendy than your average Bluetooth speaker.

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  Battery lifeEasily lasts two weeks with daily use., Design and materialsLooks and feels like a football, in the best way possible., SoundFrom music to podcasts, it's a fantastic listening experience., PortabilityIt's hefty but not too large to be thrown into a backpack for a day trip.

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  No wired inputThe Charge 5 loses its 3.5mm jack from the last-gen model., PartyBoostJBL's third revision of its stereo sync feature means the Charge 4 and Charge 5 speakers are incompatible., Connection issuesSome cutouts that required restarting the speaker to fix.

This summer is going to be full of trips to the beach and backyard parties, and you'll need just the right speaker to DJ these events. The JBL Charge 5 is the newest release in its waterproof speaker product line, and it does a fantastic job of producing clear and loud sound.

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  Sound quality, IP67 rating, Bluetooth multipoint, Can charge your mobile devices

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  No microphone, Bulky, No wired listening

Bluetooth speakers come in all shapes and sizes. JBL offers some of the best, ranging from small ( Flip series ) to large ( Boombox series ) to in between. Today, we’re taking a look at the latest of one of their mid-size speakers.

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  Compact, water/dustproof design, Big sound, Easy to use, Can pair with other JBL speakers for bigger sound, All day battery life, Power bank feature

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  A bit on the pricey side, Software app is pretty basic, No equalizer option in software

If you want a powerful speaker that doubles as a power bank and can handle getting wet, this is it

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  Durable, high-quality, IP67-rated water-resistant build, Sleek aesthetic despite ruggedization, Premium materials for a great in-hand feel, 20 or more hours of battery is easily within reach, USB-A port for reverse wired charging at 10W, Multi-speaker pairing via PartyBoost, Powerful bass down to...

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  Bluetooth-only, No voice assistant access, 65Hz to 20kHz instead of 20Hz to 20kHz frequencies supported

JBL Charge 5 plays loud and powerful, and is the one you want to take with you on a ride.

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  Powerful sound, good battery life, several can be connected.

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  Slightly sharp treble, no sound settings in the app.

The paradox of choice is ever present in the bluetooth speaker world. When looking to buy one, you’ll be faced with tons of options to the point you may feel so overwhelmed and spend weeks researching before you get the slightest idea of what you want.

JBL’s Charge series is known for its speakers with high volume, balanced audio, and long battery life. And nothing has changed with the series’ fifth generation. In our tests, it performed excellently and we didn’t have any issues with it.

A great speaker, but not worth the upgrade if you already own the Charge 4....

From the backyard to the beach, the JBL Charge 5 will keep you energized.

Received my new JBL charge 5 in blue (great colour). I’m really impressed with the update it’s almost the same size as my old JBL Charge 4 but the design is just fantastic a bit like a mini JBL Xtreme 3 which I also own in black. Now to the sound.

Smaller than expected but BIGGER in sound quality and volume than expected! Paired with Bluetooth so fast. My first Bluetooth speaker ever after hearing other friends speakers and I have to say...this one tops even their more expensive ones. I'll me enjoying this unit everywhere now.

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  Great SoundGreat volumeEasy to pair via BluetoothMany color choices

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  Carry strap not includedCase not included

Over the years we have purchased numerous types of portable speakers and this one has been the best this far. The sound it produces, loudness with clarity, I just love it! We hook it up with some zip ties when we take the four wheeler out,.so it's been the perfect addition to our riding days..

We had a charge 3 that we loved which broke after falling into a hot tub. The Charge 5 is way better at providing much louder and better quality sound. It also will charge our phones quickly and without loosing much of it's own battery. Very happy with it.

This is by far the best Bluetooth speaker I've ever owned. The sound is clear, and had no problems connecting. Charging my phone listening to music is amazing. Without a doubt I would recommend this to everyone!

I bought this speaker for all around listening and wow does it do good I do use it’s equalizer a lot but even the inbox sound is great and I love yeeting some water on the radiator and watching that boy bounce 10/10

Absolutely love this speaker. Great, well-rounded bass quality that holds up as volume increases. Mid and treble ranges are great too, really surprised by the crispness and clarity of the sound. Favorite at work and camping speaker!

Very nice bombastic sound even on at low volumes, and definitely waterproof/condensation proof. Great for camping.

One of the best portable bluetooth speakers on the market now. Clear sound and deap bass, I love it. Powerbank function, IP67 protection, partyboost mode are great! Two things which holding me from a 5 star rating are that the speaker is a little expensive and the second that it has connection...

I owned the charge 3 before and absolutely loved it. Buying the charge 5 was an easy upgrade. It's loud, durable, and has great battery life. Because it is very directional in how the sound is put out it allows you to enjoy clear loud music without being a nuisance to others.

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  LoudClear soundBattery lifeBluetooth rangeDurability

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  Sound only comes out on 1 side