Short answer: the Muzen Wild Go, if you are buying new, though neither ranks well in its class. The JBL Clip ranks higher than it (#37 vs #43 of 49 small speakers, 2.7/5 vs 2.4/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Muzen Wild Go is still sold new at $45.99. Both are rated below 3.0/5 among the 49 small speakers; for better sound, the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 ranks #1 at $49.99.
What the JBL Clip does well: Very compact and light (5.3 oz) with an integrated carabiner. The catch: Quite a lack of bass.
Why pick the Muzen Wild Go: Distinctive retro military-radio design with an all-metal (zinc alloy) body: feels far more solid than the plastic speakers in this class. The catch: Not much bass at all, quite thuddy.
Buy the Muzen Wild Go if you want one new; the JBL Clip is discontinued, so only look for it used.
If water resistance matters to you, the Muzen Wild Go at IPX5 (water jets) holds up far better than the JBL Clip at no water resistance.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Clip | Muzen Wild Go | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $50 Discontinued | $45.99 |
| Ranked | #37 of 49 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #43 of 49 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes (integrated 3.5mm cable) | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~95Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 5 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 8 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | No | No |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | AC Wall Wart | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | Pointing up |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Weight | 0.3 lbs (158 g) | 0.4 lbs (187 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | None | IPX5 |
| Amplifier Power | 7W RMS | 5W |
| Dimensions | 5.4” x 3.8” x 1.8” (137.2 x 96.5 x 45.7 mm) (Clip 3, original JBL Clip dimensions not available) | 3” x 1.4” x 2.3” (75.5 x 35.5 x 59 mm) |
| Drivers | 1.57” (40mm) driver | 2x 36mm full-range drivers |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in carabiner) | No |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.0 |
| Frequency Response | - | 80Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Charging Time | - | 2 hours |
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The Two Speakers In Full
JBL Clip: $50 Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the JBL Clip 5, ranked higher, rated 3.4/5.
Pros: Very compact and light (5.3 oz) with an integrated carabiner. Has its own built-in 3.5mm aux cable, so you don’t need to carry one separately. Measured bass extension of ~95Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Quite a lack of bass. Mids are a little hollow. Discontinued.
Full JBL Clip review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 7W RMS |
|---|---|
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes (integrated 3.5mm cable) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~95Hz |
| Battery Life | 5 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 5.4” x 3.8” x 1.8” (137.2 x 96.5 x 45.7 mm) (Clip 3, original JBL Clip dimensions not available) |
| Drivers | 1.57” (40mm) driver |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Wall Wart |
| Stereo | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in carabiner) |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 0.3 lbs (158 g) |
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Muzen Wild Go: $45.99 Muzen eBay
Pros: Distinctive retro military-radio design with an all-metal (zinc alloy) body: feels far more solid than the plastic speakers in this class. Built-in 3-mode flashlight (high/low/SOS).
Cons: Not much bass at all, quite thuddy. Not very loud. Only IPX5, not submersible. Short battery life.
Full Muzen Wild Go review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 5W |
|---|---|
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 8 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 2 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3” x 1.4” x 2.3” (75.5 x 35.5 x 59 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 36mm full-range drivers |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 80Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX5 |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| Strap | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.4 lbs (187 g) |
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