These are not really the same size class, and that is the honest framing here. The Bogasing G4 ranks #27 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $42.49; the JBL Go 5 ranks #29 of 62 small speakers by sound quality at $54.95.
The Bogasing G4 is the longer-running choice. A light, affordable waterproof speaker with surprisingly strong bass for its size, solid loudness, long battery life and stereo pairing. It is rated for 24 hours of battery against 8 for the JBL Go 5. It keeps a wired aux input, which the JBL Go 5 lacks. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the JBL Go 5. Watch for: The upper treble is boosted and uneven, while the mids sit slightly behind the bass and highs, so it is not a neutral choice for vocal-focused music.
The JBL Go 5 is the lighter option. A pocket sized fully waterproof speaker with tap to pair stereo linking, app EQ, and USB-C audio input. At 0.5 lbs (230 g) it weighs much less than the Bogasing G4 at 1.8 lbs (830 g). It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Bogasing G4 lacks. It links with other speakers (Auracast), which the Bogasing G4 cannot. The catch: Still overpriced for what it delivers, not very different from the JBL Go 4 besides the lights.
Buy the Bogasing G4 at $42.49 for a medium speaker, or the JBL Go 5 at $54.95 for a small speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Bogasing G4 | JBL Go 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $42.49 | $54.95 |
| Ranked | #27 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #29 of 62 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Aux Latency | 16ms | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 56Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 8 hours, 10 with Playtime Boost (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP68 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 90ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 100dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 1.8 lbs (0.83 kg) | 0.5 lbs (230 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | LE Audio with LC3 | SBC, AAC, LC3 |
| Amplifier Power | 50W | 4.8W |
| Drivers | Two drivers and passive radiators | 45mm |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Digital Aux Input | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Dimensions | 8.9”H x 2.5”W x 3.4”D (225 x 64 x 86 mm) | 4” x 3” x 1.7” (101 x 77 x 43 mm) |
| Power Bank | - | No |
| Built-in Microphone | - | No |
| Frequency Response | - | 100Hz - 19kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Charging Time | - | 3 hours |
| Lights | - | Yes |
| Strap | - | Yes (built-in loop) |
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