Short answer: the JBL Flip 6 for the more neutral sound, the Tronsmart T7 for features. The Flip 6 is a very neutral, almost pocket-size speaker that is not stereo. The T7 adds IPX7 protection, a customizable EQ app with 6 modes, 30W output and up to 12 hours of battery with the LED ring off, but our notes call it peaky in the upper mids and mid treble. The Tronsmart T7 is discontinued; its replacement is the Tronsmart T8.
Buy the JBL Flip 6. It is rated higher for sound quality; the Tronsmart T7 is no longer sold new.
Want more options? Browse the full Portable Bluetooth rankings.
A small, rugged speaker with very neutral sound for its size, an excellent choice for most people.
A waterproof speaker with app EQ, a light ring, microSD playback and stereo pairing, now discontinued.
Prices on this page were last checked November 7, 2026 at 7:34 PM UTC. Product prices and availability are accurate as of that date/time and are subject to change; the price and availability shown on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
As an eBay Partner, we may be compensated if you make a purchase.
Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Flip 6 | Tronsmart T7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.95 | $43 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #13 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #122 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes (Tronsmart App) |
| 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 (6 modes via app) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 116ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 98dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs (544 g) | 1.9 lbs (870 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) | 8.5” x 3.1” (216 x 78 mm) |
| Drivers | 44mm x 80mm woofer, 16mm tweeter | 2x drivers with passive radiator |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Amplifier Power | 30W | 30W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) | - |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Lights | - | Yes |
Watch Them Compared
Videos and reviews that test both speakers side by side.
Related Speaker Comparisons
More worthwhile head-to-heads for JBL Flip 6: