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Neither JBL Flip 5 nor Sony SRS-XB12 were recommended by experts this month

On 4 Mar 2024 (25 days ago) we went through 113 Bluetooth Speaker expert endorsements , however neither JBL Flip 5 nor Sony SRS-XB12 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Bluetooth Speaker received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at JBL Charge 5 or other critically acclaimed Portable Bluetooth Speakers of this month.

For reference, JBL Charge 5 received 6 endorsements this month, from Digital Trends (26 Feb 2024), WIRED (18 Feb 2024) Tom's Guide (22 Feb 2024) and 3 others.

Rank Change Price Bluetooth Speaker
Digital Trends
TechHive
WIRED
Tom's Guide
Rtings.com
TechRadar
Popular Mechanics
PCMag
SoundGuys
What Hi-Fi
1
- $130
JBL Charge 5
The JBL Charge 5 is a durable and high-quality portable Bluetooth speaker with a well-balanced sound, long battery life, and PartyBoost feature, making it perfect for outdoor activities and gatherings.
15
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2
12
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7
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1
1
N/A N/A $90
JBL Flip 5
The JBL Flip 5 is a highly portable and durable Bluetooth speaker with good bass performance, a 12-hour battery life, and an IPX7 waterproof rating, making it suitable for outdoor activities and personal use.
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N/A N/A $40
Sony SRS-XB12
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, in Mar 2024 neither JBL Flip 5 nor Sony SRS-XB12 were recommended by key experts who publish Portable Bluetooth Speakers recommendations.
Rank Change Price Bluetooth Speaker
Digital Trends
TechHive
WIRED
Tom's Guide
Rtings.com
TechRadar
Popular Mechanics
PCMag
SoundGuys
What Hi-Fi
1
- $130
JBL Charge 5
The JBL Charge 5 is a durable and high-quality portable Bluetooth speaker with a well-balanced sound, long battery life, and PartyBoost feature, making it perfect for outdoor activities and gatherings.
15
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2
12
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7
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1
1
2
+4 $437
Sonos Move 2
4
5
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5
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9
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2
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3
-1 $176
Sonos Roam
The Sonos Roam is a highly versatile and durable portable speaker that delivers excellent sound quality, with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, voice assistant integration, and unique features such as Automatic TruePlay and wireless charging.
3
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10
11
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1
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4
-1 $60
Tribit StormBox Micro 2
The Tribit StormBox Micro 2 is a durable and waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker with powerful sound, long battery life, and versatile connectivity options.
8
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9
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2
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3
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [27]

87
Total expert reviews: 27
  • with a score: 18
  • without a score: 9
Highest score by What Hi-Fi
100
Average score based on 27 reviews
87
Lowest score by Stereo Guide
75

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

Expert reviews [7]

80
Total expert reviews: 7
  • with a score: 4
  • without a score: 3
Highest score by Beebom
88
Average score based on 7 reviews
80
Lowest score by Gadgets Now
70

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20
From Seller:
  • This bundle includes (1) JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker and (1) divvi! Protective Hardshell Case.
  • PartyBoost allows you to pair two JBL PartyBoost–compatible speakers together for stereo sound or link multiple JBL PartyBoost–compatible speakers to pump up your party.
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From Seller:
  • MUSIC THAT TRAVELS: Small size but mighty in volume to deliver powerful beats wherever you travel
  • VIRTUAL HAPPY HOUR: Turn your virtual happy hour party into a dance party with EXTRA BASS, and pair two for even more fun
  • Read more
Video Reviews Most popular unboxing/review videos.
Should you buy the JBL Flip 5?
Review by SoundGuys
Very popular! 202K views!
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JBL Flip 5 Review|Watch Before You Buy
Review by The Product Lab
Popular! 46K views!
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JBL Flip 5 Review & Sound Test!
Review by Chrispy Things
Very popular! 275K views!
Play video review
No video reviews linked yet for Sony SRS-XB12.
From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0050036359160, 0050036359177, 0050036359184, 0050036359214, 0050036359252, 0050036359276, 0050036359283, 0050036359290, 0050036359306, 0050036359313, 0050036359320, 0050036359337, 0050036359344, 0050036359351, 0050036359498, 0050036361088, 0050036371285, 0645759417954, 0768505913323, 0768505913446, 0768505913460, 0768505913484, 6925281954566, 6925281954573, 6925281954580, 6925281954597, 6925281954610, 6925281954627, 6925281954634, 6925281954641, 6925281954658, 6925281954672, 6925281954894
UPC Numbers: 050036359160, 050036359177, 050036359184, 050036359214, 050036359252, 050036359276, 050036359283, 050036359290, 050036359306, 050036359313, 050036359320, 050036359337, 050036359344, 050036359351, 050036359498, 050036361088, 050036371285, 645759417954, 768505913323, 768505913446, 768505913460, 768505913484
Model Numbers: FLIP5BLK, GRAM-FLIP5-BLACK, GRAM-FLIP5-GREEN, GRAM-FLIP5-PINK, GRAM-FLIP5-TEAL, JBLFLIP5BLK, JBLFLIP5BLKAM, JBLFLIP5BLKAM-FLIP45CASE, JBLFLIP5BLU, JBLFLIP5BLUAM, JBLFLIP5ECOBLUAM, JBLFLIP5GREN, JBLFLIP5GRENAM, JBLFLIP5GRY, JBLFLIP5GRYAM, JBLFLIP5PINK, JBLFLIP5PINKAM, JBLFLIP5RED, JBLFLIP5REDAM, JBLFLIP5SAND, JBLFLIP5SANDAM, JBLFLIP5SQUAD, JBLFLIP5SQUADAM, JBLFLIP5TEALAM, JBLFLIP5WHT, JBLFLIP5WHTAM, JBLFLIP5YEL, JBLFLIP5YELAM
EAN Numbers: 0027242914933, 0027242914940, 0027242914957, 0027242914964, 0027242914971, 0027242914988, 4548736091283, 4548736091290, 4548736091306, 4548736091313, 4548736091320, 4548736091337
UPC Numbers: 027242914933, 027242914940, 027242914957, 027242914964, 027242914971, 027242914988
Model Numbers: SRSXB12/B, SRSXB12B.CE7, SRSXB12/G, SRSXB12G.CE7, SRSXB12/H, SRSXB12H.CE7, SRSXB12/L, SRSXB12L.CE7, SRSXB12/R, SRSXB12R.CE7, SRSXB12/V, SRSXB12V.CE7
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JBL Flip 5 is a very popular option on the lower end of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling bluetooth speakers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Ultimate Ears Blast or Anker Soundcore Motion 300 .

JBL Flip 5 is $45 cheaper than the average bluetooth speaker ($124.99).

Sony SRS-XB12 is a very popular option at the bottom of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling bluetooth speakers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as JBL Go 3 or Klein Tools AEPJS1 .

Sony SRS-XB12 is $85.06 cheaper than the average bluetooth speaker ($124.99).

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