These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The JBL Clip 5 ranks #22 of 62 small speakers by sound quality at $59.95; the Marshall Emberton III ranks #126 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $179.99.
The JBL Clip 5 is the lighter pick. A waterproof clip on speaker with a wide carabiner, a long battery, app EQ, and Auracast linking to other speakers. At 0.6 lbs (285 g) it weighs much less than the Marshall Emberton III at 1.5 lbs (673 g). The tradeoff: Generally more of the same from the Clip series in terms of sound but with more features.
The Marshall Emberton III is the longer-running pick. A tough waterproof speaker with Marshall styling and a very long battery, plus quick charging. It is rated for 32 hours of battery against 12 for the JBL Clip 5. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the JBL Clip 5. The catch: Strange unnatural echo-like sound coloration, bass not as deep as competitors.
Buy the JBL Clip 5 at $59.95 for a small speaker, or the Marshall Emberton III at $179.99 for a medium speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Clip 5 | Marshall Emberton III | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $59.95 | $179.99 |
| Ranked | #22 of 62 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #126 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 32 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | Yes (3 presets via app) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | Yes (Marshall Stack) |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | Yes |
| TWS | No | No |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs (285 g) | 1.5 lbs (673 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Frequency Response | 95Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Dimensions | 3.4” x 5.3” x 1.8” (86 x 134.5 x 46 mm) | 6.3” x 2.7” x 3” (160 x 68 x 76 mm) |
| Amplifier Power | 7W | 20W |
| Drivers | 1x ~50mm (2”) full-range driver + 1x passive radiator | 2x 2” full-range cone drivers + 2x 2” passive radiators |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in carabiner) | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 62Hz |
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