Short answer: the JBL Flip 6 for the higher ranking, the Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021 for the lower price. The JBL Flip 6 ranks #12 of 134 medium speakers at $129.95. The Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021 ranks #13 at $60, $69.95 cheaper.
The case for the JBL Flip 6: A very neutral speaker, very small, almost pocket size, a huge sound quality leap over the Flip 5. The catch: Not stereo.
What the Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021 gets right: A great sounding neutral speaker. The tradeoff: This old version has micro-usb charging.
One note: the Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021 is discontinued, but it still ranks #13 of 134 medium speakers, ahead of most of what is still sold new, so it is worth considering used.
Buy the JBL Flip 6 if the ranking matters more than the price. Buy the Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021 if the price matters more than the ranking.
Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Flip 6 | Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.95 | $60 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #12 of 134 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #13 of 134 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| 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 | IPX5 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 116ms | - |
| Max Volume | 98dB | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | - |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 544 g | 1.3 lbs / 590 g |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 4.2 |
| Dimensions | 6.9" x 2.7" x 2.8" (176 x 68 x 72 mm) | - |
| Drivers | 44mm x 80mm woofer, 16mm tweeter | 1.75" x 2 active drivers + passive radiator |
| Power Input | USB-C | Micro USB |
| Output Power | 30W | 20W (10W × 2) |
| Discontinued | - | Yes |
The Two Speakers In Full
JBL Flip 6: $129.95 Amazon Bhphotovideo
Pros: A very neutral speaker, very small, almost pocket size, a huge sound quality leap over the Flip 5.
Cons: Not stereo. Some slight upper mids emphasis. The TL version (made in Vietnam) tweeter can sound somewhat scratchy and doesn’t sound as good as the GG version (made in China)
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 56Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 116ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Dimensions | 6.9" x 2.7" x 2.8" (176 x 68 x 72 mm) |
| Drivers | 44mm x 80mm woofer, 16mm tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (3 band) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 98dB |
| Output Power | 30W |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 544 g |
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Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021: $60 Discontinued
Pros: A great sounding neutral speaker.
Cons: This old version has micro-usb charging. Only IPX5. Discontinued.
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 1.75" x 2 active drivers + passive radiator |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX5 |
| Output Power | 20W (10W × 2) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 1.3 lbs / 590 g |
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