Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The JBL Go 4 ranks #30 of 62 small speakers by sound quality at $49.95; the Ultimate Ears Boom 4 ranks #113 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $114.99.
The JBL Go 4 is the lighter choice. A pocket sized waterproof mini speaker with a loop for hanging and app EQ. At 0.4 lbs (190 g) it weighs much less than the Ultimate Ears Boom 4 at 1.4 lbs (620 g). Watch for: Not much bass at all, especially with electronic/bass-heavy tracks pushed past ~50% volume.
The Ultimate Ears Boom 4 is the longer-running option. A tough waterproof speaker that floats, with USB-C charging, app EQ and pairing with other UE speakers. It is rated for 15 hours of battery against 7 for the JBL Go 4. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the JBL Go 4. The catch: Not much improvement over the old ones.
Buy the JBL Go 4 at $49.95 if you want a small speaker. Buy the Ultimate Ears Boom 4 at $114.99 if you want a medium speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Go 4 | Ultimate Ears Boom 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $49.95 | $114.99 |
| Ranked | #30 of 62 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #113 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~82Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 7 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | Yes (via app) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | - |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.4 lbs (190 g) | 1.4 lbs (620 g) |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Frequency Response | 90Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Dimensions | 3.7” x 3” x 1.7” (94.3 x 75.7 x 42.2 mm) | 7.2” x 2.9” x 2.9” (184 x 73 x 73 mm) |
| Charging Time | 3 hours | - |
| Drivers | 45mm | 2x 1.57” (40mm) active drivers + 2x 1.81” x 2.57” (46.1 x 65.2mm) passive radiators |
| Amplifier Power | 4.2W | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) | Yes (built-in loop) |
| Maximum SPL | - | 85dBC (Manufacturer specified) |
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