Short answer: the JBL Clip 5 for the higher ranking, the Soundcore Select 4 Go for the lower price. The JBL Clip 5 ranks #21 of 46 small speakers at $69.95. The Soundcore Select 4 Go ranks #23 at $19.39, $50.56 cheaper.
What the JBL Clip 5 gets right: JBL Portable app adds custom EQ. Set against that: Generally more of the same from the Clip series in terms of sound but with more features.
On the Soundcore Select 4 Go side: Quite inexpensive for what you get. Set against that: Not as deep of bass as higher ranked speakers.
Buy the JBL Clip 5 if the ranking matters more than the price. Buy the Soundcore Select 4 Go if the price matters more than the ranking.
Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Clip 5 | Soundcore Select 4 Go | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $69.95 | $19.39 |
| Ranked | #21 of 46 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #23 of 46 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 285 g | 0.6 lbs / 265 g |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Frequency Response | 95Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 90Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 3.39" x 5.3" x 1.81" (86 x 134.5 x 46 mm) | 4.76" x 3.27" x 1.91" (121 x 83 x 48.5 mm) |
| Output Power | 7W | 5W |
| Drivers | 1x ~50mm (2") full-range driver + 1x passive radiator | 1.75" (44mm) full range |
| Charging Time | - | 4 hours |
The Two Speakers In Full
JBL Clip 5: $69.95 Amazon Bhphotovideo
Pros: JBL Portable app adds custom EQ. Wider carabiner and thicker back padding than the Clip 4. IP67 rated. Auracast support for pairing multiple JBL speakers.
Cons: Generally more of the same from the Clip series in terms of sound but with more features. Basically about the same as the Clip 4
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Dimensions | 3.39" x 5.3" x 1.81" (86 x 134.5 x 46 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x ~50mm (2") full-range driver + 1x passive radiator |
| EQ | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 95Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Output Power | 7W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 285 g |
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Soundcore Select 4 Go: $19.39 Aliexpress Amazon Bhphotovideo
Pros: Quite inexpensive for what you get
Cons: Not as deep of bass as higher ranked speakers. Doesn’t get very loud before sound quality drops; some sibilance on snare/stick transients. No built-in mic; playback is mono unless you buy a second unit.
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 4 hours |
| Dimensions | 4.76" x 3.27" x 1.91" (121 x 83 x 48.5 mm) |
| Drivers | 1.75" (44mm) full range |
| EQ | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 90Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Output Power | 5W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 265 g |
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