JBL Grip vs Tribit Xsound Go

Last updated: October 1, 2026

Short answer: the Tribit Xsound Go. Both are rated 3.1/5 for sound quality (#89 and #86 of 151 medium speakers), and the Tribit Xsound Go costs $34.99 against $99.95 for the JBL Grip, with sound quality a draw, the lower price decides it.

JBL Grip vs Tribit Xsound Go

Buy the Tribit Xsound Go. Both are rated the same for sound quality, and it costs $64.96 less than the JBL Grip.

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Specifications Side By Side

JBL Grip Tribit Xsound Go
Price$99.95$34.99
Ranked#86 of 151 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers#89 of 151 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
AppYesYes
Battery Life14 hours (Manufacturer specified)24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bass Extension (-10dB)~68Hz83Hz
BluetoothYesYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBCSBC
EQYes (7 band)Yes
IP RatingIP68IPX7
Party ModeYes (Auracast)-
TWSYesYes
Weight0.8 lbs (385 g)0.8 lbs (380 g)
Bluetooth Version5.45.3
Drivers1x 43x80mm fullrange2x 40mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator
Dimensions2.5” x 6” x 2.6” (64 x 152 x 65 mm)6.9” x 2.3” x 2.2” (175 x 59 x 56 mm)
Frequency Response70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)-
Amplifier Power16W16W
Digital Aux InputYes (USB-C)No
OmnidirectionalNoNo
LightsYes-
Aux InputNoYes
StereoNoYes
Power InputUSB-CUSB-C
StrapYes (strap)Yes (built-in strap)
Maximum SPL-98dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews)
Built-in Microphone-Yes
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The Two Speakers In Full

JBL Grip: $99.95 Amazon B&H Photo Video eBay

JBL Grip ranking card

Pros: Ambient light on the back with settable themes. Measured bass extension of ~68Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Lacking deeper bass, definitely the worst of the JBL line until you get to the smaller clip. Not as much clarity as higher ranked speakers, rolled off highs and wavy midrange

Setup: EQ from Oluv in his post can help it a bit but still isn’t very neutral

Full JBL Grip review and specifications →

Amplifier Power16W
AppYes
Aux InputNo
Bass Extension (-10dB)~68Hz
Battery Life14 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.4
Digital Aux InputYes (USB-C)
Dimensions2.5” x 6” x 2.6” (64 x 152 x 65 mm)
Drivers1x 43x80mm fullrange
EQYes (7 band)
Frequency Response70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingIP68
LightsYes
OmnidirectionalNo
Party ModeYes (Auracast)
Power InputUSB-C
StereoNo
StrapYes (strap)
TWSYes
Weight0.8 lbs (385 g)
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Tribit Xsound Go: $34.99 Amazon eBay

Tribit Xsound Go ranking card

Pros: Well balanced sound. Very light (13.4 oz) and inexpensive. IPX7 rated; up to 24 hours of battery at moderate volume. Measured bass extension of 83Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Lacking quite a bit of bass compared to bigger speakers

Full Tribit Xsound Go review and specifications →

Amplifier Power16W
AppYes
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)83Hz
Battery Life24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.3
Built-in MicrophoneYes
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions6.9” x 2.3” x 2.2” (175 x 59 x 56 mm)
Drivers2x 40mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator
EQYes
IP RatingIPX7
Maximum SPL98dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews)
OmnidirectionalNo
Power InputUSB-C
StereoYes
StrapYes (built-in strap)
TWSYes
Weight0.8 lbs (380 g)
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