Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The JBL Charge 6 ranks #12 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $149.95; the Marshall Middleton ranks #33 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $257.52.
Different sizes. The Charge 6 is a medium 2.2 lbs (990 g) speaker. The Middleton is a large 4 lbs (1.8 kg) stereo speaker. Each is rated within its own class.
The Middleton has very deep bass for its size, reaching about 39Hz. It has forced DSP echo that cannot be turned off, a rolled off treble and flabby bass. It has no EQ.
The Charge 6 is more neutral through the mids and treble, with IP68, a claimed 24 hours and a 7-band app EQ.
Buy the JBL Charge 6 at $149.95 if you want a medium speaker. Buy the Marshall Middleton at $257.52 if you want a large speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Charge 6 | Marshall Middleton | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.95 | $257.52 |
| Ranked | #12 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #33 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 53Hz | 39Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| EQ | Yes (7 band) | No |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IPX7 |
| Maximum SPL | 102dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 99dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | Yes (Marshall Stack) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C, 5V/2.4A) | Yes (USB-C) |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs (990 g) | 4 lbs (1.8 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.1 |
| Dimensions | 9” x 3.9” x 3.7” (228.8 x 98.5 x 94 mm) | 9.1” x 3.7” x 4.3” (230 x 95 x 109 mm) |
| Drivers | 53mm x 93mm woofer, 20mm tweeter | 2x 75mm woofers, 2x 0.625” tweeters + 2x passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 56Hz - 20kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Amplifier Power | 45W | 50W |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Strap | Yes (detachable strap) | Yes (detachable strap) |
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