JBL Go 2 - Reviews, Prices, Specs and Alternatives
ReviewFinder Portable Bluetooth Speakers JBL Go 2
- Waterproof - 9 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]90%
- Good Sound Quality - 7 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]70%
- Supports Phone Calls - 6 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]60%
- Multiple Color Variation - 6 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]60%
- Loud Sound - 4 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]40%
- Affordable - 4 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]40%
- Portability - 4 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]40%
- Easy Controls - 4 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]40%
- Bluetooth Connectivity - 3 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]30%
- Long Wireless Range - 2 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]20%
- Good Bass Sound - 2 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]20%
- Rubberized Exterior - 2 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]20%
- Wired Connectivity - 1 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]10%
- Multipoint pairing - 1 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]10%
- Short Battery Life - 7 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]70%
- Lacks Bass - 3 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]30%
- Slow Charging - 1 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]10%
- Mic isn't Sensitive - 1 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]10%
- Light on Accessories - 1 out of 10 experts mentioned this.[click on link below to go to review]10%
Expert reviews [10]
- with a score: 7
- without a score: 3
Highest score by TechRadar | 80 |
Average score based on 10 reviews | 75 |
Lowest score by Gadgets 360 | 60 |
Score distribution:
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- Wireless Bluetooth Streaming
- 5 hours of playtime
- IPX7 waterproof
- Speakerphone
- Audio Cable Input
- Connectivity Technology: Bluetooth
- Included Components: Speaker; Micro Usb Cable; Quick Start Guide
- Wireless Communication Technology: Bluetooth
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Speakers range from not being able to handle even a drop of water to being able to be fully submerged in water for several minutes. Do you plan to take your speaker outside? To the beach? To the pool? In the shower? Then you definitely need to verify the level of water resistance before purchasing. You can tell the water resistance by the IP rating—the higher the rating, the more resistant the speaker is to the elements. For reference, the first digit refers to dust protection and the second digit refers to water protection. It reads as: IP68. Anything higher than IP66 will be dust- and splash-proof, meaning it can handle some contact with water, but cannot be fully submerged or soaked.
Battery life for Bluetooth speakers is measured in milliampere hours (mAh). Manufacturers will report the battery life of a speaker in the average number of hours it takes to empty from a full charge. Keep in mind this number is based on medium levels of usage. If you play the speaker on full volume, it will drain the battery faster. Some specialty features like using the speaker to charge your phone or casting an LED light show will also drain the battery faster. The manufacturer reported number is just an estimate, and may be slightly different based on your usage.
It’s also important to consider is the type of battery. Rechargeable lithium-ion (LI-ion) batters are ideal, but some speakers only take standard or rechargeable AA/AAA/C/D batteries. You may even find Bluetooth speakers that recharge via solar power—great for outdoor use!