JBL Flip 6 Speaker Review

The Bose SoundLink Flex is more versatile than the JBL Flip 6. The Bose supports voice assistants through your smartphone and is excellent at hearing your commands from afar and in noisier settings. It can also produce a deeper bass than the JBL and has a slightly longer-lasting battery life, though this varies depending on your usage habits. That said, the JBL's companion app comes with a graphic EQ to tweak its sound to your liking and offers a slightly wider-sounding soundstage.

The JBL Flip 6 is a better speaker than the JBL Charge 4 overall. The Flip 6 is smaller and has a removable carrying strap to help transport it, making it more portable. It's better built and has a better-balanced sound profile out-of-the-box. You can even customize its sound to your liking, thanks to the graphic EQ featured in its companion app. The Charge 4 can produce a slightly more extended low-bass than the Flip 6. It has less compression present at max volume, resulting in cleaner audio at louder volumes. It has a longer-lasting battery life of over 13 hours from a single charge, though this varies depending on your usage.

The Marshall Emberton II is a slightly better speaker than the JBL Flip 6 overall. The Marshall can produce a more extended low-bass and can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono. It also offers a wider-sounding soundstage and has a longer-lasting battery life of just over 22 hours. However, the JBL has less compression present at max volume, resulting in cleaner audio when the volume is maxed out. It also features a graphic EQ to tweak its sound to your liking.

The JBL Flip 6 and the Anker Soundcore Motion 300 are both good choices for listening on the go. The JBL can reproduce a better low-frequency extension, so you enjoy more bass in the mix. However, unlike the Anker, it has to downmix stereo content into mono. The Anker gets louder, too, with a longer-lasting battery life. Plus, it supports voice assistants through a paired smartphone, unlike the JBL.

Depending on your needs, you may prefer either the JBL Flip 6 or the Sonos Roam 2. While both Bluetooth speakers are small, lightweight, and easily transportable, the JBL offers more customizability via its companion app, allowing you to adjust the sound to suit your needs. It also supports multi-device pairing and has a slightly longer battery life. That said, if you need voice assistant support or are already integrated into the Sonos way of life, then the Sonos is worth considering. It has built-in Amazon Alexa and Sonos' own voice assistant. It also works on Wi-Fi and can be connected to other Sonos speakers in your setup.

The JBL Flip 6 is a better speaker for audio quality than the Sony SRS-XE200. The JBL offers a better-balanced sound profile overall, making it great for listening to a wide variety of music genres. It has better directivity, resulting in a wider and more open-sounding soundstage. While it doesn't get as loud as the Sony, it has less compression at max volume, resulting in cleaner-sounding audio at louder volume levels. It's also smaller, making it more portable. That said, the Sony is a more versatile speaker overall. It plays stereo content without downmixing it to mono, which is more immersive. It has a longer-lasting battery life of over 14 hours. It supports voice assistants through your smartphone. It also produces a more extended low-bass than the JBL.

The Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 is a slightly better speaker than the JBL Flip 6. The Ultimate Ears has a fantastic immersive, open-sounding soundstage. It gets as loud as the JBL with less compression at max volume, resulting in cleaner audio at louder volume levels. It also has a longer-lasting battery life making it better suited for long listening sessions. However, the JBL offers a better-balanced sound profile out-of-the-box and can produce a more extended low bass. It's a bit smaller in size, and you can pair it to up to two devices at a time, so you can easily switch between audio sources.

The Sonos Roam/Roam SL and the JBL Flip 6 have different strengths. The Sonos comes with a Trueplay room correction feature, though it's currently only available with iOS devices. With Trueplay enabled, it produces a more extended low bass than the JBL. It's Wi-Fi-compatible and offers fantastic voice assistant support with Alexa and Google Assistant built-in. It also supports Apple AirPlay. However, the JBL can get a bit louder than the Sonos with less compression at max volume, resulting in cleaner audio at louder volumes. Its sound is more customizable, thanks to the graphic EQ in its JBL Portable app. It can also be paired to up to two devices at once, which is handy when you need to quickly switch between audio sources.

The JBL Flip 6 and the Ultimate Ears BOOM 4 are both compact, cylindrical speakers that can easily be carried around in a bag or large pocket. The key difference maker is that the Ultimate Ears features a 360 design that allows it to reproduce audio more consistently across different listening angles. It also has a much longer continuous battery life. For this reason, it's a better pick for most uses, including outdoor use. That said, the JBL features slightly more present bass and treble reproduction, which music lovers will appreciate.

The JBL Xtreme 2 is a better speaker than the JBL Flip 6. The Xtreme 2 can produce a more extended low-bass than the Flip 6 and can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono, which is more immersive. It can get louder, with less compression present at max volume, resulting in cleaner audio during louder listening sessions. It also has a longer-lasting battery life of over 14 hours, though this varies depending on your usage habits. That said, the Flip 6 is better built and is smaller, making it more portable. It has better directivity, resulting in a wider-sounding soundstage. It also has a graphic EQ to customize its sound to your liking.

The JBL Xtreme 3 is a better speaker than the JBL Flip 6. The Xtreme 3 is a larger speaker that can get louder and produce a more extended low-bass than the Flip 6. It can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono, which is more immersive. It also has a longer-lasting battery life, though this varies depending on your usage. The Flip 6 is smaller, making it easier to bring along when you're out and about. It also has better directivity, resulting in a wider-sounding soundstage.

The JBL Flip 6 is s a slightly better speaker than the Marshall Emberton, though they have different strengths. The JBL is better built and can get louder with much less compression present at max volume, so audio doesn't degrade as much as you bump up the volume. You can customize its sound to your liking, thanks to the graphic EQ in its companion app. You can also use its PartyBoost button to connect it to other PartyBoost-compatible JBL speakers to create a stereo pair or when you want to amplify your audio across a larger area. That said, the Marshall can produce a slightly more extended low-bass than the JBL. It can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono. It also has better directivity, resulting in a more spacious-sounding soundstage.

The JBL Flip 6 is a better speaker than the JBL Clip 4. The Flip 6 can get louder than the Clip 4, has a better-balanced sound profile out of the box, and can produce a more extended low bass. You can tweak its sound to your liking using the graphic EQ in its companion app. You can also pair the speaker to two devices at once, which is handy when you need to quickly switch between audio sources. The Clip 4 is smaller and has a built-in carabiner clip, making it easier to transport on the go. When placed flat on its back with its logo facing upwards, its soundstage is perceived as more open and spacious-sounding.

Depending on your preferences, you may want either the JBL Flip 6 or the JBL Pulse 5. The Flip shines when it comes to sound quality—it has a more balanced sound right out of the box. It has more physical buttons, so it's easier to control. However, it doesn't have as good of a soundstage as the 360-degree Pulse and lacks the Pulse's eye-catching RGB lights.

Depending on your listening habits, you may prefer either the JBL Flip 6 or the EarFun UBOOM L. They're both portable Bluetooth speakers with similar designs but have different strengths. The JBL is better built, and its default sound is more even, which some users may prefer. It's more customizable, too, thanks to its graphic EQ. However, it doesn't support voice assistants like the EarFun.

The Anker Soundcore Motion+ is a slightly better speaker than the JBL Flip 6 overall. The Anker can get louder and can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono, which is more immersive. It can produce a more extended low-bass than the JBL. It also supports voice assistants through your smartphone, though its performance isn't very good. The JBL has a more neutral sound profile out of the box. It's better built and is smaller, making it easier to bring along with you on the go. It also comes with a removable carrying strap to help transport it.

The JBL Flip 6 is slightly better than the Anker Soundcore 3, though they have different strengths. The JBL's default sound profile is better balanced, and the speaker can get slightly louder with less compression at max volume. It has better directivity, resulting in a wider-sounding soundstage. It's better built, with an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance that certifies it to be both dust-tight and immersible in a meter of water for 30 minutes. However, the Anker can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono, which is more immersive. With its 'Bass Up' feature enabled, it can produce a slightly more extended low bass than the JBL. It also supports voice assistants through your smartphone, though its performance isn't very good.

The Anker Soundcore Flare 2 is slightly better than the JBL Flip 6. With its 'Bass Up' feature enabled, the Anker can produce a more extended low-bass than the JBL. It can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono and has better directivity, resulting in a wider and more immersive-sounding soundstage. It also supports voice assistants through your smartphone, though its performance isn't very good. However, the JBL is smaller and better-built, making it easier to bring outdoors with you. Its out-of-the-box sound profile is a bit better balanced, and it can get slightly louder than the Anker. You can also pair it to up to two devices at a time, which is handy when you need to quickly switch between audio sources.

The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 is a better speaker than the JBL Flip 6. The Ultimate Ears can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono. It has better directivity, meaning you can hear your audio clearly from most angles. It also gets louder than the JBL, with less compression present at max volume, so audio quality doesn't degrade as much as you increase the volume. It has a longer-lasting battery life of almost 18 hours, making it suitable for longer listening sessions. You may prefer the JBL speaker's smaller and more portable design.

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 is a slightly better speaker than the JBL Flip 6, though they have different strengths. The Ultimate Ears is a stereo speaker that offers a much wider and more immersive soundstage performance. It gets about as loud as the JBL but with less compression at max volume, resulting in cleaner audio quality when you blast your favorite songs. Its battery life of over 13 hours makes it better suited for longer listening sessions. If you like having more control over your speaker's sound profile, go for the JBL. It has a graphic EQ to customize its sound profile to your liking. It also produces a bass that's a touch deeper than the WONDERBOOM 3, but not by much.

The JBL Flip 6 is better for most uses than the Anker Soundcore Motion Boom. While both speakers are similarly portable, the JBL is better built, has more intuitive controls, and features Bluetooth multi-device pairing. That said, the Anker can get louder and has some voice assistant support, although you'll need to rely on your smartphone's voice assistant and it often struggles to pick up your voice. The Anker does have a longer continuous battery life though, so it's better suited to weekend camping trips, where you won't be able to charge for a few days. 

The Sony SRS-XB23 is slightly better than the JBL Flip 6, though they have different strengths. The Sony can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono, which is more immersive. It has a longer-lasting battery life of over nine hours. It supports voice assistants through your smartphone, though its performance isn't very good. It also has lower Bluetooth latency with iOS and Android devices, making it better suited for watching movies and videos. That said, the JBL has a more neutral and balanced sound profile out of the box. It can get a bit louder with less compression present at max volume, so audio doesn't degrade as much as you increase the volume. It's also smaller, making it more portable.

The Sony SRS-XB33 is a more versatile speaker than the JBL Flip 6, though they have different strengths. The Sony speaker can produce a more extended low-bass with its 'EXTRA BASS' and 'ClearAudio+' features enabled. It can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono, which is more immersive. It has a longer-lasting battery life of over 12 hours, though this varies depending on your usage. It also supports voice assistants through your smartphone, though its performance isn't very good. However, the JBL offers a better-balanced sound profile out-of-the-box. It offers a much more spacious and open-sounding soundstage. It's also smaller and easier to bring along with you on the move.

The Bose SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) suits a wider variety of use cases than the JBL Flip 6. The main plus of the JBL is its slightly wider-sounding soundstage. On the other hand, the Bose produces a deeper bass than the JBL and does an excellent job supporting voice assistants through your phone. However, if soundstage is extremely important to you, you could also consider getting a second Soundlink Flex (2nd Gen) and pairing them together.

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 and JBL Flip 6 are both very portable speakers with different pros and cons, so the best one depends on your needs. The Ultimate Ears has a significantly longer battery life, better 360-degree directivity, lower latency for watching videos, and less compression. However, the JBL has app support with a custom EQ to adjust the sound and a bit more low-end extension.

The Sony ULT FIELD 1 and the JBL Flip 6 are both small, cylindrical portable speakers. Overall, they perform very similarly, with little to separate them. Both speakers can't play stereo content without downmixing to mono and can get similarly loud. While the Sony has a more balanced default frequency response, it has quite a bit more compression at max volume than the JBL. The Sony also has a slightly longer continuous battery life but takes double the time to fully recharge.

Despite their differences in design and shape, the JBL Flip 6 and the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM PLAY satisfy similar use cases. Both are single-driver designs, which result in lackluster soundstage performances and mono playback. Like most small speakers, neither is able to output much bass either, though both have relatively balanced mid and treble ranges. That said, the JBL can get louder and compress less at max volume. It also has a companion app, within which you can customize the sound to your liking. As a result, it's a better choice for music lovers, and its lower latency with iOS and Android devices make it a better choice for soundtracking videos, too. That said, the Ultimate Ears has a much longer battery life that lends itself better to outdoor use. 

The JBL Flip 6 is a better-built, more portable alternative to the Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Plus. The JBL's IP67 rating, extremely portable form factor, and lower retail price make it a compelling choice for those who want an outdoor speaker they don't have to be too precious with. That said, those who don't mind sacrificing portability for some extra volume and firepower in the bass range will prefer the Anker. The Anker also gives you a substantially longer battery life for your additional outlay, too.

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 is a better speaker than the JBL Flip 6 overall. The Ultimate Ears can get slightly louder with much less compression present at max volume, so audio quality doesn't degrade as much as you bump up the volume. It has a longer-lasting battery life of almost 13 hours. It can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono, which is more immersive. It also has excellent directivity, resulting in a wider and more natural-sounding soundstage. That said, the JBL can produce a more extended low-bass out-of-the-box. It also has a graphic EQ to customize its sound to your liking.

The Bose SoundLink Revolve II is a better speaker than the JBL Flip 6. The Bose can produce a more extended low-bass and offers a wider and more spacious-sounding soundstage. It also supports voice assistants through your smartphone and has little trouble understanding your commands from far and in noisy settings. That said, the JBL comes with a graphic EQ to tweak its sound to your liking. It's also smaller and better built with an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance that certifies it to be dust-tight and immersible in up to a meter of water for 30 minutes.

If you're not constrained by budget, the JBL Flip 6 offers quite a bit of value over the Anker Soundcore Select 2S for the additional outlay. Despite being roughly the same size, the JBL has a better build quality and a more balanced frequency response, with more bass on tap. It also has better connectivity options, as you can pair two devices at once via Bluetooth and form a stereo pair with a host of different JBL speakers via the companion app. That said, the Anker is able to deliver a longer battery life and a better dynamics performance at a lower price point, which makes it a solid choice for those who want an outdoor speaker on a budget. 

The Sony SRS-XB43 is a better speaker than the JBL Flip 6 overall. With its ClearAudio+ and EXTRA BASS features enabled, the Sony can produce a more extended low-bass than the JBL. It can get louder and play stereo content without downmixing it to mono, which is more immersive. It has a longer-lasting battery life making it better suited for longer listening sessions. It also supports voice assistants through your smartphone. The JBL's sound profile is better balanced out of the box, and its soundstage is perceived as wider and more open. It's also smaller, making it more portable and easier to bring along with you on the go.

The Amazon Echo Studio and the JBL Flip 6 are designed for different purposes. While the Amazon has a wired design that limits its portability, the JBL is battery-powered, and you can use it on the go. The Amazon can get louder with fewer compression artifacts present at max volume, and it has better directivity thanks to its cylindrical design. It also has better voice assistant integration, thanks to its built-in Alexa compatibility, and you can use it to connect to Wi-FI. That said, the JBL has a higher build quality and supports Bluetooth multi-device pairing, making it a better choice for bringing the party with you.