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JBL Charge 5

JBL Charge 5
alaScore 96

116 reviews

Dec, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 116 reviews of JBL Charge 5. The average rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the size and design. The usability and price also get good reviews.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the JBL Charge 5 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 96/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Ted Kritsonis (digitaltrends.com)

JBL Charge 5 review: Potent and portable party speaker | Digital Trends

 

The JBL Charge 5 is the kind of speaker you get when you want some mobility to go with sound that attracts a crowd in spite of a midsized footprint.

Solid build quality

Can't stereo pair with non-Charge 5 JBL speakers

“Everyone will hear the JBL Charge 5 once you start cranking it up.”

Jan, 2022

Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

JBL Charge 5 Review

 

JBL's latest update to its successful lineup of portable, outdoor-friendly Bluetooth speakers, the $179.95 Charge 5, gets just enough improvements to keep it at the head of the pack. For starters, the waterproof speaker's build is now also dust-tight,...

Powerful, bass-forward, bright sound signature Gets loud for its relatively compact size Fully waterproof design USB-A port for charging mobile devices

App lacks EQ No speakerphone

JBL's portable Charge 5 speaker delivers surprisingly powerful Bluetooth audio from a compact, waterproof frame, making it the ideal travel companion for going just about anywhere.

Apr, 2021

Expert review by : James Barber (techhive.com)

JBL Charge 5

 

Waterproof and dustproof, JBL's sweet-sounding portable speaker is ready to shine in any environment.

Dustproof and waterproof ; Gets incredibly loud without distortion ; Solid battery life ; Easy-to-use controls

Expensive for its size ; No speakerphone ; No AUX input

The JBL Charge 5 is a premium speaker that sounds great, has remarkably well designed controls, and boasts an iconic design.

Jun, 2022

Expert review by : Jason Bouwmeester (techaeris.com)

JBL Charge 5 review: A compact Bluetooth speaker with big sound

 

Our JBL Charge 5 review looks at a portable waterproof Bluetooth speaker that features up to 20 hours of playtime and includes a power bank.

Compact, water/dustproof design ; Big sound ; Easy to use ; Can pair with other JBL speakers for bigger sound ; All day battery life ; Power bank feature

A bit on the pricey side ; Software app is pretty basic ; No equalizer option in software

If you’re looking for a portable Bluetooth party speaker that will last all day and then some, is waterproof, has big sound, and isn’t unwieldy to carry around, the JBL Charge 5 may be the one for you.

May, 2021

Expert review by : Benjamin Lucks (androidpit.com)

JBL Charge 5 Review: Party Boost for Less than $200

 

The JBL Charge 5 is one of the most popular Bluetooth speakers on the market. Reason enough to take a look at the BT speaker in the nextpit test!

Great sound with high maximum volume ; Very robust thanks to IP67 certification ; Large battery with power bank function ; Can be connected to other JBL speakers

No jack connection ; Quite limited frequency response ; Smart features only in the expensive Wi-Fi version

After a few years on the market, prices for the Charge 5 from JBL have remained relatively stable. This makes the Charge one of the higher-priced models in our list of the best Bluetooth speakers . After a few days of testing, however, it is clear that...

Mar, 2024

Expert review by : Daniel W. Rasmus (seriousinsights_net)

JBL Charge 5 Review: A Meaty Portable Speaker Ready to Conquer Any Environment

 

JBL Charge 5: a top notch portable speaker and power bank surely to attract attention at high volumes. New styling, enhanced Bluetooth, & higher IPX.

Feb, 2023

Expert review by : Michael Gowan (tomsguide.com)

JBL Charge 5 review

 

The JBL Charge 5 is the latest evolution in the long-lived Bluetooth speaker line. With each generation, JBL has tended to add a little bit more to the Charge's capabilities. With the Charge 5, it makes a few small changes — especially to the design —...

Full vocals Rich bass Good battery life

Limited app Few extras

With a new look, a little more ruggedness and improved sound, the JBL Charge 5 is one of the best Bluetooth speakers — just not one of the cheapest.

Apr, 2021

Expert review by : Geir Nordby (lbtechreviews.com)

Review: JBL Charge 5 | Party On The Trip JBL Charge 5

 

JBL Charge 5 plays loud and powerful, and is the one you want to take with you on a ride.

Powerful sound, good battery life, several can be connected.

Slightly sharp treble, no sound settings in the app.

JBL Charge 5 is among the toughest in its class, with juicy bass rhythms and an ability to play louder and with better dynamics than most. It has a long battery life, is easy to use, and it does a lot right. If you want to connect several people in a...

Apr, 2021

Expert review by : Kob Monney (trustedreviews.com)

JBL Charge 5 Wi-Fi Review

 

The JBL Charge 5 Wi-Fi is another excellent-sounding wireless speaker from JBL, boasting an even more refined performance

Balanced, clear sound over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ; Tough, rugged design ; Can be used to charge other devices ; Solid battery life

More expensive than before ; No PartyBoost feature ; No fast charging

The JBL Charge 5 Wi-Fi is another excellent-sounding wireless speaker from JBL, boasting an even more refined performance, especially over a Wi-Fi connection. It is considerably more expensive than its predecessor and close rivals, and though the...

Sep, 2023

Expert review by : Kob Monney (trustedreviews.com)

JBL Charge 5

 

With its tough design, good battery life and powerful sound, the JBL Charge 5 presents itself as a great option for indoor use and outdoors

Big, spacious and powerful sound ; Rugged design ; Can be used as a powerbank ; App support

Heavy ; Treble performance could be better

A fun portable speaker that’s one of the best-sounding efforts in its price bracket. With its tough design, good battery life and powerful sound, the JBL Charge 5 presents itself as a great option for indoor use and outdoors.

Sep, 2022

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