Short answer: the JBL Flip 7 for better sound quality, the Tronsmart Mirtune C3 for the lower price. The JBL Flip 5 ranks higher than the Tronsmart Mirtune C3 (#79 vs #102 of 182 medium speakers) but is discontinued. Its replacement, the JBL Flip 7, is rated 4.2/5 at $149.95; the Tronsmart Mirtune C3 is rated 3.1/5 at $29.99, $119.96 cheaper.
Why pick the JBL Flip 5: A compact, light waterproof speaker with a carry strap and USB-C charging. Watch for: Not stereo.
Why pick the Tronsmart Mirtune C3: A small, light waterproof speaker at a budget price, with Auracast multi speaker sync, stereo pairing, USB-C audio input and app EQ. Watch for: In GiT’s three way blind test it came behind the Creative Muvo Go and Xiaomi Sound Outdoor, sounding good only on sparse tracks, and listeners in AudioPro Reviews’ comparison found the JBL Flip 6 fuller with more bass.
Buy the Tronsmart Mirtune C3 if price matters most. For better sound quality, the JBL Flip 7, the replacement for the discontinued JBL Flip 5, is rated higher but costs $149.95.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Flip 5 | Tronsmart Mirtune C3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $64.97 Discontinued | $29.99 |
| Ranked | #79 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #102 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 59Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours at 50% volume (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 200ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 92dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | Yes (Auracast) |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs (540 g) | 1.2 lbs (0.53 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 6.0 |
| Drivers | 1x 44x80mm fullrange | 1x racetrack woofer + 1x tweeter |
| Dimensions | 7.1” x 2.7” x 2.9” (181 x 69 x 74 mm) | 7.1”H x 2.8”W x 2.8”D (180 x 70 x 72 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 65Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 20W RMS | 30W |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | No | - |
| EQ | Yes (via JBL app, sunsetted in 2024) | Yes (app) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Digital Aux Input | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| App | Yes | Yes (Tronsmart) |
| Stereo | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Strap | Yes (lanyard) | Yes (lanyard) |
| Battery Capacity | - | 14.8Wh (7.4V, 2000mAh) |
| Charging Time | - | 2 hours |
Where the Ratings Come From
- JBL Flip 5: reviews by Alan Ross, DLX Willington and Techder Audios.
- Tronsmart Mirtune C3: reviews by THBOX, GiT and AudioPro.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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