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 Soundcore Rave Neo 2 ranks #21 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $84.99.
The JBL Flip 6 is the lighter option. A small, rugged speaker with very neutral sound for its size, an excellent choice for most people. At 1.2 lbs (544 g) it weighs much less than the Soundcore Rave Neo 2 at 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg). It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Soundcore Rave Neo 2 lacks. The tradeoff: Some slight upper mids emphasis.
The Soundcore Rave Neo 2 is the louder, deeper-bass choice. An affordable waterproof party speaker with loud output, solid bass, a long battery, lights and linking with many speakers. Its bass reaches about 44Hz before falling 10dB, against 56Hz for the JBL Flip 6. Alan Ross Reviews measured it at 107dB at full volume, against 98dB for the JBL Flip 6. It is rated for 18 hours of battery against 12 for the JBL Flip 6. The catch: Slight treble rolloff.
Buy the JBL Flip 6 at $79.95 if you want a medium speaker. Buy the Soundcore Rave Neo 2 at $84.99 if you want a large speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Flip 6 | Soundcore Rave Neo 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.95 | $84.99 |
| Ranked | #13 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #21 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 56Hz | 44Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (3 band) | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 116ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 98dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 107dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | Yes (PartyCast 2.0 up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-A) |
| Stereo | No | Partially (1 woofer) |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs (544 g) | 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 6.9” x 2.7” x 2.8” (176 x 68 x 72 mm) | 7.8” x 6.1” x 11.8” (198 x 154 x 299 mm) |
| Drivers | 44mm x 80mm woofer, 16mm tweeter | 4” woofer, 2x 2” tweeters |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Amplifier Power | 30W | 80W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) | No |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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