Bluetooth: 4.2
Features: IPX7 rating, PartyBoost speaker pairing, 12-hour battery life
Dimensions (hwd): 7.4 x 18.1 x 6.9cm
Weight: 540g
The Flip 5 might not be around for too much longer, so you should consider nabbing one while you can. While it's getting long in the tooth, the five-star portable remains a fond favourite due to its superb sound and portable, hardwearing build. With prices dropping and stocks running low, it's still one of the best-value speakers around.
For
- Solid bass and timing
- Great sense of acoustics
- PartyBoost stereo pairing
Against
- No aux-in or microphone
- Not Connect+ compatible
- Basic app
Bluetooth: 5.1
Features: IP67 rating, PartyBoost speaker pairing, 20-hour battery life
Dimensions: 17.8 x 6.8 x 7.2cm
Weight: 550g
Unlike The Matrix: Revolutions or Jaws 2, the follow-up to the Flip 5 is a worthwhile sequel that manages to build on its predecessor's legacy without losing what made the line so special in the first place. With improved sound, better features and a slightly sleeker design, it earns its five-star plaudits and the right to carry on the JBL Flip name.
For
- Improved clarity and sonic precision
- Punchy bass for size
- Useful equaliser feature
Against
- More critical of recording and source quality
- Tough competition from Award-winning JBL Charge 5
