These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 ranks #6 of 62 small speakers by sound quality at $56.76; the JBL Charge 6 ranks #12 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $149.95.
The Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 is the lighter pick. A tough strap on mini speaker with full waterproofing, a 24 hour battery and a power bank output. At 0.7 lbs (330 g) it weighs much less than the JBL Charge 6 at 2.2 lbs (990 g). The tradeoff: Bass is thuddy and distorted by default and needs EQ.
The JBL Charge 6 is the louder, deeper-bass choice. A waterproof medium speaker with a long battery and a power bank output, with more balanced sound than older Charge models. Its bass reaches about 53Hz before falling 10dB, against 62Hz for the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3. Alan Ross Reviews measured it at 102dB at full volume, against 93dB for the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3. It links with other speakers (Auracast), which the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 cannot. The tradeoff: Still some boosted bass by default.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 at $56.76 if you want a small speaker. Buy the JBL Charge 6 at $149.95 if you want a medium speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 | JBL Charge 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $56.76 | $149.95 |
| Ranked | #6 of 62 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #12 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 62Hz | 53Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| EQ | Yes (9 Band) | Yes (7 band) |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Maximum SPL | 93dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 102dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-C, 5V/2.4A) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs (330 g) | 2.2 lbs (990 g) |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| Amplifier Power | 13W | 45W |
| Dimensions | 4.4” x 4.2” x 1.8” (112 x 107.9 x 45 mm) | 9” x 3.9” x 3.7” (228.8 x 98.5 x 94 mm) |
| Drivers | 48mm NdFeB driver with coaxial passive radiators | 53mm x 93mm woofer, 20mm tweeter |
| Digital Aux Input | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Strap | Yes (built-in strap) | Yes (detachable strap) |
| Frequency Response | - | 56Hz - 20kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
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