JBL Clip 5 Review: Ranked #21 of 54

Last updated: October 5, 2026

The JBL Clip 5 ranks #21 out of 54 total Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers for sound quality. See all Portable Bluetooth rankings for every top pick.

Brand: JBL

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JBL Clip 5 - ranked #21 of 54 Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers · Editor's rating 3.4/5
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Older models: the JBL Clip 4 (ranked lower, rated 3.4/5), the JBL Clip 3 (ranked lower, rated 2.7/5) and the JBL Clip (ranked lower, rated 2.7/5).

Pros: JBL Portable app adds custom EQ. Wider carabiner and thicker back padding than the Clip 4. IP67 rated. Auracast support for pairing multiple JBL speakers.

Cons: Generally more of the same from the Clip series in terms of sound but with more features. Basically about the same as the Clip 4.

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Related speakers: JBL Clip, JBL Clip 3, JBL Clip 4.

How it compares: Just above it: Tozo PE1 - $37 cheaper. Just below it: JBL Clip 4 - $10 cheaper, 2 fewer hours of battery life.

Amplifier Power7W
AppYes
Aux InputNo
Battery Life12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.3
Built-in MicrophoneYes
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions3.4” x 5.3” x 1.8” (86 x 134.5 x 46 mm)
Drivers1x ~50mm (2”) full-range driver + 1x passive radiator
EQYes
Frequency Response95Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingIP67
OmnidirectionalPointing up
Party ModeYes (Auracast)
Power BankNo
Power InputUSB-C
StereoNo
StrapYes (built-in carabiner)
TWSNo
Weight0.6 lbs (285 g)
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