Short answer: the JBL Grip. It ranks #98 of 182 medium speakers by sound quality, rated 3.1/5, at $69.95. The TOZO PA2 ranks #145, rated 2.5/5, at $29.99, $39.96 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The JBL Grip is the better-sounding, lighter option. A small, fully waterproof speaker with app EQ, ambient lighting, Auracast linking and USB-C audio input. At 0.8 lbs (385 g) it weighs noticeably less than the TOZO PA2 at 1.2 lbs (540 g). Watch for: Lacking deeper bass, definitely the worst of the JBL line until you get to the smaller clip.
The TOZO PA2 is the longer-running choice. A cheap, fully waterproof stereo speaker with a fabric wrapped build, a long battery and app EQ presets. It is rated for 25 hours of battery against 14 for the JBL Grip. It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the JBL Grip lacks. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the JBL Grip. Watch for: Quite a bit of bass distortion thudding as you turn the volume up.
Buy the JBL Grip. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $39.96 saving on the TOZO PA2 is not enough to make up the difference.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Grip | TOZO PA2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $69.95 | $29.99 |
| Ranked | #98 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #145 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes (TOZO App) |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 25 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~68Hz | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC |
| EQ | Yes (7 band) | Yes (16 EQ modes via app) |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IPX8 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | - |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (385 g) | 1.2 lbs (540 g) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Drivers | 1x 43x80mm fullrange | 2x 1.7-inch full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators (44x49mm each) |
| Dimensions | 2.5” x 6” x 2.6” (64 x 152 x 65 mm) | 7.1” x 2.8” x 3” (180 x 70 x 76 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 16W | 16W |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Strap | Yes (strap) | - |
| Built-in Microphone | - | Yes |
Where the Ratings Come From
- JBL Grip: reviews by Oluv, M1MTechChannel and Speaker Fan.
- TOZO PA2: reviews by Jay’s Straight Up Reviews & More.
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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