JBL Clip 5
It’s compact, cost efficient, and sounds pretty good too. Simply put, the JBL Clip 5 is a great value-for-money Bluetooth speaker, and performs well right across the board. This model's rugged design and solid battery life help it to stand among the best speakers in its class, even if its limited confines stop it from sounding the most detailed or impactful.
Pros
- Convenient carabiner design
- Regularly on-sale for an unbelievably low price
- Huge array of color options
Cons
- Can’t quite compete with UE for battery life
- Bass isn't as impactful as its UE rival
- Wonderboom 4’s soundstage is slightly better
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4
It almost feels impossible for a Bluetooth speaker as small as the Wonderboom 4 to sound as punchy as it does. This model packs some serious low-end weight, but doesn’t neglect the rest of the frequency range either – sure, it’s not the most nuanced-sounding model around, but it still delivers great sound quality overall. Its battery life and waterproofing aren’t half bad either.
Pros
- Incredible bass output for its size
- Beautiful palm-sized build
- Can get considerably louder than the Clip 5
Cons
- Costlier than the Clip 5
- Doesn’t support Auracast
- Very limited EQ options
