Short answer: the Tronsmart Mirtune H1. It ranks #24 of 63 small speakers by sound quality, rated 3.4/5, at $29.99; the JBL Go 5 ranks #29, rated 3.2/5, and costs $54.95, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
The Tronsmart Mirtune H1 is the longer-running option. A cheap waterproof clip on speaker with a long battery, app EQ, and stereo pairing. It is rated for 20 hours of battery against 8 for the JBL Go 5. The tradeoff: In Storytripper HD’s comparison many listeners found the JBL Clip 5 clearer and fuller, and Beautiful Zar DJ’s viewers preferred the Tribit PocketGo and Tribit Stormbox Micro 3.
The JBL Go 5 is the lighter choice. A pocket sized fully waterproof speaker with tap to pair stereo linking, app EQ, and USB-C audio input. At 0.5 lbs (230 g) it weighs noticeably less than the Tronsmart Mirtune H1 at 0.6 lbs (290 g). The catch: Still overpriced for what it delivers, not very different from the JBL Go 4 besides the lights.
Buy the Tronsmart Mirtune H1. It is rated higher for sound quality than the JBL Go 5 and costs less, so it is the default pick unless a specific strength of the other one matters more to you.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tronsmart Mirtune H1 | JBL Go 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $29.99 | $54.95 |
| Ranked | #24 of 63 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #29 of 63 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Drivers | 1x full-range driver, 2x passive radiators | 45mm |
| Amplifier Power | 8W | 4.8W |
| App | Yes (Tronsmart) | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 8 hours, 10 with Playtime Boost (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Charging Time | 2.6 hours | 3 hours |
| Dimensions | 5.4”H x 3.2”W x 1.8”D (138 x 81 x 46 mm) | 4” x 3” x 1.7” (101 x 77 x 43 mm) |
| EQ | Yes (app) | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 100Hz - 19kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP68 |
| Omnidirectional | No | Pointing up |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in carabiner) | Yes (built-in loop) |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs (0.29 kg) | 0.5 lbs (230 g) |
| Party Mode | - | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | - | No |
| Digital Aux Input | - | Yes (USB-C) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | - | SBC, AAC, LC3 |
| Lights | - | Yes |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Tronsmart Mirtune H1: reviews by Dominik, Jay’s Straight Up Reviews & More and Storytripper HD.
- JBL Go 5: reviews by Joy & Oluv’Sone, Techder Audios and TechMishka.
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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