These are not really the same size class, and that is the honest framing here. The Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 ranks #6 of 62 small speakers by sound quality at $56.76; the JBL Grip ranks #98 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $69.95.
The Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 is the longer-running pick. A tough strap on mini speaker with full waterproofing, a 24 hour battery and a power bank output. It is rated for 24 hours of battery against 14 for the JBL Grip. It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the JBL Grip lacks. The catch: Bass is thuddy and distorted by default and needs EQ.
The case for the JBL Grip: A small, fully waterproof speaker with app EQ, ambient lighting, Auracast linking and USB-C audio input. It links with other speakers (Auracast), which the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 cannot. The catch: Lacking deeper bass, definitely the worst of the JBL line until you get to the smaller clip.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 ($56.76) for a small speaker; the JBL Grip ($69.95) suits a medium speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 | JBL Grip | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $56.76 | $69.95 |
| Ranked | #6 of 62 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #98 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 62Hz | ~68Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | - |
| EQ | Yes (9 Band) | Yes (7 band) |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Maximum SPL | 93dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | - |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs (330 g) | 0.8 lbs (385 g) |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| Amplifier Power | 13W | 16W |
| Dimensions | 4.4” x 4.2” x 1.8” (112 x 107.9 x 45 mm) | 2.5” x 6” x 2.6” (64 x 152 x 65 mm) |
| Drivers | 48mm NdFeB driver with coaxial passive radiators | 1x 43x80mm fullrange |
| Digital Aux Input | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Strap | Yes (built-in strap) | Yes (strap) |
| Frequency Response | - | 70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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