Thanks to above-average sound in a small package, the JBL Flip 5 remains one of the best portable Bluetooth speakers. Since its first version, the Flip has been one of the best portable Bluetooth speakers. The Flip 5 does just enough to keep it among the leaders.

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  Balances sound quality and size well, Rich bass, Rugged

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  Limited app, No auxiliary input, No integrated voice assistant

The JBL Flip 5 speaker delivers a strong Bluetooth audio experience in an outdoor-friendly design you can customize to your liking.

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  Powerful audio for the size., IPX7 waterproof rating., Can be personalized on JBL's site.

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  Mono., No speakerphone functionality or aux input.

JBL has been around for over 70 years and has been doing extremely well in the audio department. Every year or so they come out with upgraded models to most of their previous generations of wireless speakers. In this case, the JBL Flip 5 is the next iteration of the Flip series wireless speakers.

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  Simple design, Excellent sound, 11 color options, Able to pair multiple JBL speakers

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  Need compatible models to use PartyBoost, Checking battery life requires you to press the top buttons, No speakerphone or voice assistant functionality

The Flip 5 does more than just get the job done: it’s intelligently designed, sounds terrific, and is exceedingly easy to use. While there are a ton of decent Bluetooth speakers available for less cash if you want stellar design and sound quality, the Flip 5 is worth the investment.

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  Excellent sound, Rugged & water-resistant, Multiple color options

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  No dust resistance

The Flip 5 is a worthy successor to the Flip 4 and if you're going to be heading out for a weekend trip or just going to the backyard, this is definitely worth the asking price.

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  IPX7 waterproof, Lightweight and portable, Decent sound, Battery life, USB-C charging, Price

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  No Bluetooth 5 or high quality codecs, Sound quality is good for hikes or the beach, but isn't great

JBL is among the well-known and popular names when it comes to quality speakers. And with their Flip series, it’s known for being tough and extremely durable. So today, our JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth speaker review will focus on this specific speaker from JBL.

This popular pick has a slightly larger driver size and power output than its previous model. Although the Flip 5 doesn't feature a mic for hands-free calling and has no 3.5mm jack for aux audio, it boasts a IPX7 waterproof rating and purported 12 hour battery life.

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  Weight: 1.2 lbs, Claimed Battery Life: 12 hours, IP Rating: IPX7, Connectivity: Bluetooth

For a speaker with an excellent balance between volume and portability, the Flip 5 is the best product for you. It delivers clear, high-quality audio that will let you enjoy music of any genre. Aside from that, it’s easy to carry around and has a well-constructed design.

An affordable balance for those that want good sound quality and portability but don't want to pay a premium price for the absolute best

Killer portable party speaker

Great sounding little speaker about the size of a tall beer; highly portable. Bass response shockingly good for this small a speaker. A little concerned about longevity since the top and bottom ports are unprotected like in my Flip 1 that it replaced

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  Sound overall especially bass response

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  Careful with both top and bottom

If you're looking to stretch your dollar, but your discerning ears just won't accept lackluster sound, the JBL Flip 5 is a dependable choice. This speaker is very portable, with a better waterproof rating than the top-performing models from Bose.

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  Good Sound quality, Waterproof, Long battery life

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  Lacks premium sound

I purchased the JBL Flip 5 a few weeks ago at my local REI and, I must say, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the speaker. It is driven by one racetrack-style full-range driver and a passive radiator on either side and overall it has a pretty decent dynamic range and a surprising bass...

This speaker is easy to use, handsome, and the sound is so sharp and clear! I can hear my music all over the apartment like sound surround in every room. I am very pleased with this purchase!

This speaker is easy to use, handsome, and the sound is so sharp and clear! I can hear my music all over the apartment like sound surround in every room. I am very pleased with this purchase!

I really love the battery life on the JBL Flip 5. I've had numerous get togethers and have used it near max volume for 5+ hours each time without requiring charging. The sound quality is extremely high (which is just what I expected from JBL).

We use it for our outdoor theater, it's very loud and the battery life is good! We've only had it for over 2 weeks so let's see how long it lasts, however for the price, sound and the ability to take it anymore, recommend buying without breaking the bank. Can't wait to use it at the beach this year!

the sound of this speaker is amazing but over the 5 has stripped away features that the 4 has. you can no longer use it to talk on the phone since there is no microphone in it. you also can only connect JBL flip 5 speakers to JBL flip 5 speakers. it will not allow you to connect to previous one.

This is the first time I’ve purchased a JBL Bluetooth speaker. I read the reviews online and they were positive so I took a chance and couldn’t be happier with my decision. The sound is amazing. I love bass in my music and that’s exactly what I get with Flip 5.

This speaker is awesome, it is small, but the sound is loud. You'll be impressed with this speaker because it has strong bass with such a small speaker. I highly recommend this speaker to anyone who wants a mini speaker to carry around. You will be surprised.