Short answer: the Xiaomi Sound Pocket for features, the JBL Clip for fit, though neither ranks well in its class. The Sound Pocket has 5W output, IP67 waterproofing, a 10-hour battery, Bluetooth 5.4 with TWS stereo pairing and USB-C charging, but its bass is light, vocals turn harsh above about 80% volume and it needs a slow 3-hour charge. The Clip is very compact and light at 5.3 oz with an integrated carabiner and a built-in aux cable. Both are rated below 3.0/5 among the 50 small speakers, and the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2, ranked #1 at $59.99, is a better place to start if sound quality matters.
Buy the Xiaomi Sound Pocket new; the JBL Clip is no longer sold new, so it only makes sense as a used find.
If water resistance matters to you, the Xiaomi Sound Pocket at IP67 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the JBL Clip at no water resistance.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Clip | Xiaomi Sound Pocket | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $50 Discontinued | $22.62 |
| Ranked | #38 of 50 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #48 of 50 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | - |
| Aux Input | Yes (integrated 3.5mm cable) | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~95Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 5 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | No | - |
| Party Mode | No | - |
| Power Bank | 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 (200 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | None | IP67 |
| 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) | 3.6” x 2.9” x 1.7” (90.8 x 74.4 x 42.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 1.57” (40mm) driver | Full-range driver + passive radiator |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in carabiner) | Yes (lanyard) |
| Battery Capacity | - | 1000mAh |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.4 |
| Frequency Response | - | 100Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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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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Xiaomi Sound Pocket: $22.62 Amazon AliExpress eBay
Pros: A genuinely pocketable 200g speaker with IP67 protection, USB-C charging, speakerphone capability and TWS pairing. Independent listening finds it surprisingly loud and clear for hotel rooms, patios and travel, with acceptable sound at moderate volume.
Cons: Its 5W driver has little real bass, and vocals can become harsh as volume rises beyond roughly 80%. When upright on a hard surface it can vibrate or walk around, and the claimed 10-hour battery life applies only at modest volume; full recharging is slow at around three hours.
Full Xiaomi Sound Pocket review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 5W |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Capacity | 1000mAh |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.6” x 2.9” x 1.7” (90.8 x 74.4 x 42.6 mm) |
| Drivers | Full-range driver + passive radiator |
| Frequency Response | 100Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| Strap | Yes (lanyard) |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.4 lbs (200 g) |
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