JBL Connect+ Speakers Ranked

Last updated: August 10, 2026

Connect+ was JBL’s second-generation multi-speaker system, replacing the original Connect and later superseded itself by PartyBoost and then Auracast. Connect+ speakers group only with other Connect+ speakers - not with older Connect speakers, PartyBoost speakers, or Auracast speakers.

8 ranked JBL speakers below support Connect+.

Related: JBL Connect, JBL PartyBoost, JBL One, JBL Wi-Fi Multi-Room

Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #50 of 134 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - JBL Charge 4: $119.95 Discontinued Amazon

JBL Charge 4 ranking card

Pros: Doubles as a power bank for charging phones/tablets. IPX7 rated and floats. ~20 hour battery life; wirelessly links with 100+ JBL Connect+ speakers.

Cons: Not stereo. 1 Oval driver. Boosted bass, top a little rolled off, warm sound. Not as loud as a Charge 3. Discontinued.

Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)54Hz
Battery Life20 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Latency330ms
Bluetooth Version4.2
Dimensions8.7" x 3.7" x 3.7" (220 x 95 x 93 mm)
DiscontinuedYes
Drivers1x 51x89mm fullrange
Frequency Response60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingIPX7
Max Volume99dB
Output Power30W RMS
Party ModeYes (Connect+ up to 100 speakers)
Power BankYes
StereoNo
TWSNo
Weight2.1 lbs / 960 g

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Ranked #63 of 134 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - JBL Flip 4: $70 Discontinued Amazon

JBL Flip 4 ranking card

Pros: Less bass than a Flip 5. Peaky lower treble.

Cons: Battery failures are common. Discontinued.

Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)66Hz
Battery Life12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Latency300ms
Bluetooth Version4.2
Dimensions6.9" x 2.8" x 2.6" (175 x 70 x 65 mm)
DiscontinuedYes
Drivers2x 40mm fullrange
Frequency Response70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingIPX7
Max Volume92dB
Output Power16W RMS
Party ModeYes (Connect+ up to 100 speakers)
Power InputMicro USB
TWSNo
Weight1.1 lbs / 510 g

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Ranked #67 of 134 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - JBL Charge 3: $80 Discontinued

JBL Charge 3 ranking card

Pros: Doubles as a 6000mAh power bank for USB devices. ~20 hour battery life. IPX7 rated; built-in noise/echo-cancelling speakerphone.

Cons: Less clarity than the Flip 4. Battery failures are common. Discontinued.

AppYes (JBL Connect)
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)63Hz
Battery Life20 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version4.1
Built in MicrophoneYes
Dimensions8.4" x 3.5" x 3.5" (213 x 88 x 88 mm)
DiscontinuedYes
Drivers2x 50mm fullrange
EQNo
Frequency Response65Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingIPX7
Max Volume100dB
Output Power20W RMS
Party ModeYes (Connect+ up to 100 speakers)
Power BankYes
Power InputMicro USB
Weight1.8 lbs / 800 g

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Ranked #68 of 134 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - JBL Charge Essential: $73.99 Amazon

JBL Charge Essential ranking card

Pros: Doubles as a power bank. IPX7 rated. Supports true wireless stereo pairing with a second Charge Essential.

Cons: Less clarity than the Flip 4, highs rolled off. An overpriced rebranded Charge 3 for people who want stereo sound.

AppNo
Battery Life20 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Version4.1
Dimensions8.4" x 3.5" x 3.4" (213 x 89 x 87 mm)
Drivers2x 50mm fullrange
EQNo
Frequency Response65Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingIPX7
Output Power20W RMS
Party ModeYes (Connect+ up to 100 speakers)
Power BankYes
Power InputMicro USB
Weight1.7 lbs / 770 g

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Ranked #69 of 134 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - JBL Charge 2: $149 Discontinued

JBL Charge 2 ranking card

Pros: Doubles as a 6000mAh power bank. ~10-12 hour battery life. Social Mode pairs up to 3 phones; works as a speakerphone.

Cons: Bass compression at higher volumes. Warm sound. slightly rolled off treble. Not as loud as other speakers. Discontinued.

AppNo
Aux InputYes
Battery Life12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version3.0
Built in MicrophoneYes
Dimensions8.5" x 3.4" x 3" (216 x 86 x 76 mm)
DiscontinuedYes
Drivers2x 45mm fullrange
EQNo
Frequency Response75Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingIPX5
Output Power15W RMS
Party ModeYes (Connect+ up to 100 speakers)
Power BankYes
Weight2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg

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Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #43 of 75 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - JBL Xtreme 2: $149.99 Discontinued Amazon

JBL Xtreme 2 ranking card

Pros: Four drivers with refined bass balance, closer to studio monitors than typical portables. IPX7 water-resistant. Amazing real-world battery: ~20 hours at 75dB (vs 15hr claim). USB-A port charges other devices. Optional carry strap.

Cons: External AC power brick for charging. Boosted bass. Treble harsh at high volumes. Discontinued.

AppNo
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)54Hz
Battery Life15 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version4.2
Built in MicrophoneYes
Dimensions11.3" x 5.4" x 4.2" (287 x 137 x 107 mm)
DiscontinuedYes
Drivers2x 70mm woofers, 2x 20mm tweeters
EQNo
Frequency Response55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingIPX7
Max Volume98dB
Output Power40W RMS
Party ModeYes (Connect+ up to 100 speakers)
Power BankNo
Power InputUSB-C
StereoYes
TWSNo
Weight5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg

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Ranked #46 of 75 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 4: $100 Discontinued

Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 4 ranking card

Pros: Balanced sound quality with deep resonant bass and crisp treble, large dynamic range. Multi-host Bluetooth connectivity for 2 phones, daisy chaining up to 100 speakers. Elegant modern design with smooth curves and premium materials.

Cons: 8 hour battery at medium volume. Not at loud as others. Not as deep of bass as the newer Onyx. External AC power brick for charging. Discontinued.

AppYes (HK Connect)
Aux InputYes
Battery Life8 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version4.2
Built in MicrophoneYes
Dimensions11.4" x 11.4" x 5.1" (290 x 290 x 130 mm)
DiscontinuedYes
Drivers2x 75mm woofers, 2x 20mm tweeters
EQNo
Frequency Response50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
Output Power60W
Party ModeYes (Connect+ up to 100 speakers)
Power BankNo
Power InputUSB-C
StereoYes
TWSYes
Weight4.5 lbs / 2.06 kg

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Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #45 of 70 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - JBL Boombox: $399 Discontinued JBL Boombox

JBL Boombox ranking card

Pros: Connect+ up to 100 speakers.

Cons: Treble isn’t very smooth. Discontinued.

AppNo
Aux InputYes
Battery Life24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Built in MicrophoneNo
Dimensions10" x 18.1" x 7.7" (254.5 x 458.5 x 195.5 mm)
DiscontinuedYes
Drivers2x 65mm woofers + 2x 20mm tweeters with passive radiators
EQNo
FM TunerNo
IP RatingIPX5
MicroSD PlaybackNo
Microphone InputNo
Output Power60W AC / 40W battery
Party ModeYes (Connect+ up to 100 speakers)
Power BankYes
Power InputUSB-C
StereoYes
TWSYes
USB PlaybackNo
Weight11.5 lbs / 5.2 kg

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