Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 vs JBL Charge Essential 2

These are not really the same size class, and that is the honest framing here. The Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 ranks #6 of 47 small speakers by sound quality at $59.99; the JBL Charge Essential 2 ranks #37 of 144 medium speakers by sound quality at $130.

The case for the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3: Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 uses 48mm NdFeB driver with coaxial passive radiators. The tradeoff: Bass is limited by its 62Hz specification.

What the JBL Charge Essential 2 does well: A tough, compact 930g speaker with IPX7 water resistance, USB-C charging, a USB-A power-bank output and a claimed 20-hour battery life. The tradeoff: It is a pared-back Charge: no app EQ, no PartyBoost/party mode and no stereo-pair option.

Buy the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 at $59.99 if you want a small speaker. Buy the JBL Charge Essential 2 at $130 if you want a medium speaker instead.

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The Two Speakers In Full

Tribit Stormbox Micro 3: $59.99 Amazon AliExpress eBay

Older models: the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 (rated 4.5/5) and the Tribit Stormbox Micro (rated 4.3/5).

Pros: Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 uses 48mm NdFeB driver with coaxial passive radiators. Its 330 g, claimed 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) battery life, IP68 protection, up to 93dB and mono playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use. PartyUp and Auracast party mode link multiple speakers. Measured bass extension of 62Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Bass is limited by its 62Hz specification. Bass is thuddy and distorted by default and needs EQ.

Full Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	13W
App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	62Hz
Battery Life	24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Version	6.0
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	4.4” x 4.2” x 1.8” (112 x 107.9 x 45 mm)
Drivers	48mm NdFeB driver with coaxial passive radiators
EQ	Yes (9 Band)
IP Rating	IP68
Maximum SPL	93dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews)
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	Yes (USB-C)
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
Strap	Yes (built-in strap)
TWS	Yes
Weight	0.7 lbs (330 g)

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JBL Charge Essential 2: $130 eBay

Newer model: the JBL Charge Essential 3 SE, rated 3.7/5.

Pros: A tough, compact 930g speaker with IPX7 water resistance, USB-C charging, a USB-A power-bank output and a claimed 20-hour battery life. It delivers much of the Charge 5’s familiar punch and volume in a simpler package, with bass that reaches roughly 55Hz for this size. Measured bass extension of ~55Hz (-10dB).

Cons: It is a pared-back Charge: no app EQ, no PartyBoost/party mode and no stereo-pair option. It plays mono, has a little less bass authority than the Charge 5, and its IPX7 rating does not promise dust protection. Choose it for a good sale price, not for extra features.

Full JBL Charge Essential 2 review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	40W
App	No
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	~55Hz
Battery Life	20 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified)
Bluetooth Version	5.1
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	8.8” x 3.8” x 3.7” (223 x 96.5 x 94 mm)
Drivers	53mm x 93mm woofer, 20mm tweeter
EQ	No
Frequency Response	60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	IPX7
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	Yes (USB-A)
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
Strap	No
TWS	No
Weight	2.1 lbs (930 g)

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