Short answer: the JBL Flip 7, if you are buying new. The Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021 measures as well as it (#14 vs #15 of 179 medium speakers, 4.2/5 vs 4.2/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the JBL Flip 7 is still sold new at $149.95.
Buy the JBL Flip 7 if you want one new; the Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021 is discontinued, so only look for it used.
If water resistance matters to you, the JBL Flip 7 at IP68 (extended submersion) holds up far better than the Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021 at IPX5 (water jets).
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Flip 7 | Soundcore Boost “original model” pre-2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.95 | $60 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #15 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #14 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 59Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (7 band) | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IPX5 |
| Maximum SPL | 100dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | - |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | No |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs (560 g) | 1.3 lbs (590 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| Drivers | 45x80mm racetrack driver + 16mm tweeter | 1.75” x 2 active drivers + passive radiator |
| Amplifier Power | 35W total (25W main + 10W tweeter) | 20W (10W × 2) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 4.2 |
| Dimensions | 7.2” x 2.7” x 2.8” (182.5 x 69.5 x 71.5 mm) | 8”H x 2.8”W x 2.7”D (203 x 71 x 69 mm) |
| Power Input | USB-C (5V 7.5W-15W) | Micro USB |
| Strap | Yes (detachable PushLock accessory) | - |
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