Compromise is not nice on your rules however it’s important for transportable Bluetooth audio system. JBL’s Flip strikes the right compromise between mobility and sound high quality, providing clear element with loads of punch in a sturdy, droppable, and totally transportable package deal. The Flip 7 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) gives new goodies like elevated water resistance, an easy-release strap, and a two-hour battery enhance (or 4 with diminished bass).
The newest Flip additionally helps Auracast to sync with different new JBL fashions just like the Clip 5 and Cost 6. Auracast might present future connectivity advantages, however it leaves the most recent audio system unable to attach with older ones, so if you have already got a household of older JBLs it could make extra sense to go along with the JBL Flip 6. In any other case, the Flip 7 is a killer speaker that fortunately tags alongside on nearly any journey you’ll be able to deal with. —Ryan Waniata
★ 360 Different: For those who’re after a speaker with a wider and extra expansive soundstage, the Final Ears Growth 4 (8/10, Wired Recommends) is a good various. Its 360-degree soundstage affords nice efficiency from any angle, and although it doesn’t have the identical bass thump because the Flip 7, its clear and balanced sound gives clean definition throughout your catalog.
SpecsBattery LifeAs much as 14 hours (16 in enhance mode)Mud/Water ResistanceIP68ConnectivityBluetooth, USB-C chargingParticular OptionsAuracast multi-speaker, stereo pairing
