Short answer: the Miatone Boompro. It ranks #16 of 182 medium speakers by sound quality (rated 4.2/5) at $35.99 and is still sold new; the JBL Flip 5 ranks #79 (rated 3.3/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. The JBL Flip 5’s replacement, the JBL Flip 7, is rated 4.2/5 at $149.95.
The Miatone Boompro is the better-sounding, longer-running choice. A cheap waterproof speaker with very well balanced sound, even at full volume, and a 16 hour battery. It is rated for 16 hours of battery against 12 for the JBL Flip 5. Watch for: Slightly less bass extension than higher ranked speakers.
The case for the JBL Flip 5: A compact, light waterproof speaker with a carry strap and USB-C charging. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Miatone Boompro lacks. The tradeoff: Boosted upper bass.
Buy the Miatone Boompro. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the JBL Flip 5 is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Miatone Boompro | JBL Flip 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $35.99 | $64.97 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #16 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #79 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | No | Yes (via JBL app, sunsetted in 2024) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Power Bank | No | - |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 1.1 lbs (500 g) | 1.2 lbs (540 g) |
| Drivers | Dual drivers | 1x 44x80mm fullrange |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) | SBC |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Dimensions | 7.3”H x 2.8”W x 2.8”D (185 x 71 x 71 mm) | 7.1” x 2.7” x 2.9” (181 x 69 x 74 mm) |
| Amplifier Power | 36W | 20W RMS |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 59Hz |
| Bluetooth Latency | - | 200ms |
| Maximum SPL | - | 92dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Party Mode | - | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) |
| Frequency Response | - | 65Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | - | No |
| Strap | - | Yes (lanyard) |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Miatone Boompro: reviews by SpeakerBlowUpMan Lee.
- JBL Flip 5: reviews by Alan Ross, DLX Willington and Techder Audios.
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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