Short answer: the JBL Flip 7. It ranks #15 of 182 medium speakers by sound quality, rated 4.2/5, at $149.95. The Skullcandy Terrain XT ranks #173, rated 2.1/5, at $59.99, $89.96 cheaper, a saving that is not big enough to make up the sound-quality gap.
The JBL Flip 7 is the better-sounding, lighter option. A small, very neutral speaker with slightly deeper bass than before, a tougher waterproof build, and an app EQ. At 1.2 lbs (560 g) it weighs noticeably less than the Skullcandy Terrain XT at 1.6 lbs (720 g). It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Skullcandy Terrain XT lacks. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Skullcandy Terrain XT lacks. The catch: A little bit of a bump at 4kHz, not quite as neutral as the JBL Flip 6.
The case for the Skullcandy Terrain XT: A waterproof speaker with a wrist wrap for carrying and pairing with other Skullcandy speakers. Watch for: Shares the Terrain line’s tuning: no bass, very rolled off treble, and distortion in the treble.
Buy the JBL Flip 7. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $89.96 saving on the Skullcandy Terrain XT is not enough to make up the difference.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Flip 7 | Skullcandy Terrain XT | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.95 | $59.99 |
| Ranked | #15 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #173 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 59Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (7 band) | No |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IPX7 |
| Maximum SPL | 100dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 90dB SPL (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | Yes (SKDY Multi-Link, up to 99 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No | - |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs (560 g) | 1.6 lbs (720 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| Drivers | 45x80mm racetrack driver + 16mm tweeter | 2x 48mm drivers + passive radiators |
| Amplifier Power | 35W total (25W main + 10W tweeter) | - |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 7.2” x 2.7” x 2.8” (182.5 x 69.5 x 71.5 mm) | 3.1” x 3.1” x 6.3” (79 x 79 x 160 mm) |
| Power Input | USB-C (5V 7.5W-15W) | USB-C |
| Strap | Yes (detachable PushLock accessory) | Yes (wrist strap) |
Where the Ratings Come From
- JBL Flip 7: reviews by Alan Ross, M1MTechChannel and YARNZO Tech.
- Skullcandy Terrain XT: reviews by FishBee Product and Flossy Carter.
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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