Short answer: the Marshall Willen for better sound quality, the JBL Clip 4 for the lower price. The Marshall Willen ranks #14 of 47 small speakers at $120. The JBL Clip 4 ranks #22 at $59.95, $60.05 cheaper.
What the Marshall Willen offers: Exceptionally clear vocals for a mono speaker. Watch for: Not that deep of bass.
What the JBL Clip 4 offers: Very light (0.4 lb) with a sturdy spring clip that attaches to bags/belts. Watch for: Quite a lack of bass.
Buy the Marshall Willen if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the JBL Clip 4 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If battery life is a priority, the Marshall Willen is rated for 15 hours versus 10 hours for the JBL Clip 4.
Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Willen | JBL Clip 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $120 Discontinued | $59.95 |
| Ranked | #14 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #22 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 75Hz | 80Hz |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Marshall Stack) | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| TWS | No | No |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs / 309 g | 0.5 lbs / 239 g |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Drivers | 2" (51mm) full-range with dual passive radiators | 1x 40mm (1.57") full-range driver + 1x passive radiator |
| Dimensions | 4" x 1.5" x 4" (101 x 39 x 101 mm) | 3.4" x 5.3" x 1.8" (86 x 135 x 46 mm) |
| Output Power | 10W | 5W |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Max Volume | 88dB | 79dB |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Frequency Response | - | 100Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Marshall Willen: $120 Discontinued Amazon
Pros: Exceptionally clear vocals for a mono speaker. Solid, durable build with IP67 water/dust resistance. Extremely compact - fits in a back pocket.
Cons: Not that deep of bass. A bit of a sharp treble. Discontinued.
Full Marshall Willen review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 75Hz |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 4" x 1.5" x 4" (101 x 39 x 101 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2" (51mm) full-range with dual passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 88dB |
| Output Power | 10W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Marshall Stack) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs / 309 g |
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JBL Clip 4: $59.95 Amazon
Pros: Very light (0.4 lb) with a sturdy spring clip that attaches to bags/belts. Real-world battery life often beats the 10-hour rating.
Cons: Quite a lack of bass. Not very loud.
Full JBL Clip 4 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 80Hz |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.4" x 5.3" x 1.8" (86 x 135 x 46 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 40mm (1.57") full-range driver + 1x passive radiator |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 100Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 79dB |
| Output Power | 5W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 0.5 lbs / 239 g |
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