Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The JBL Flip 6 ranks #13 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $79.95; the JBL Clip 5 ranks #22 of 62 small speakers by sound quality at $59.95.
The case for the JBL Flip 6: A small, rugged speaker with very neutral sound for its size, an excellent choice for most people. It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the JBL Clip 5 lacks. The tradeoff: Some slight upper mids emphasis.
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 JBL Flip 6 at 1.2 lbs (544 g). The catch: Generally more of the same from the Clip series in terms of sound but with more features.
Buy the JBL Flip 6 at $79.95 if you want a medium speaker. Buy the JBL Clip 5 at $59.95 if you want a small speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Flip 6 | JBL Clip 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.95 | $59.95 |
| Ranked | #13 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #22 of 62 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 56Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (3 band) | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 116ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 98dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs (544 g) | 0.6 lbs (285 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 6.9” x 2.7” x 2.8” (176 x 68 x 72 mm) | 3.4” x 5.3” x 1.8” (86 x 134.5 x 46 mm) |
| Drivers | 44mm x 80mm woofer, 16mm tweeter | 1x ~50mm (2”) full-range driver + 1x passive radiator |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Amplifier Power | 30W | 7W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) | Yes (built-in carabiner) |
| Frequency Response | - | 95Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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