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Experts prefer Tribit StormBox Micro 2 over JBL Go 3

On 3 Jan 2025 (11 months ago) we went through 108 Bluetooth Speaker expert endorsements .

Currently, Tribit StormBox Micro 2 received 4 endorsements from WIRED (21 Oct 2024), Tom's Guide (12 Nov 2024) What Hi-Fi (2 Dec 2024) and 1 other. Meanwhile, JBL Go 3 did not receive any endorsements this month.

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TechHive
PCMag
SoundGuys
WIRED
Tom's Guide
Popular Mechanics
Rtings.com
TechRadar
What Hi-Fi
Digital Trends
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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.
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Endorsement summary:

  • On 21 Oct 2024 WIRED ranked Tribit StormBox Micro 2 as #9
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    #9 out of 14 Tribit StormBox Micro 2
    Handlebar Ready
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  • On 12 Nov 2024 Tom's Guide ranked Tribit StormBox Micro 2 as #9
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    #9 out of 11 Tribit StormBox Micro 2
    Best Bluetooth speaker for travel
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  • On 2 Dec 2024 What Hi-Fi ranked Tribit StormBox Micro 2 as #3
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    #3 out of 8 Tribit StormBox Micro 2
    Small and mighty, the Stormbox Micro 2 is possibly the most wallet-friendly Bluetooth speaker we’ve tested.
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  • On 6 Jul 2024 Digital Trends ranked Tribit StormBox Micro 2 as #9
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    #9 out of 16 Tribit StormBox Micro 2
    Best budget Bluetooth speaker
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MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, Tribit StormBox Micro 2 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while JBL Go 3 is not.
Rank Change Price Bluetooth Speaker
TechHive
PCMag
SoundGuys
WIRED
Tom's Guide
Popular Mechanics
Rtings.com
TechRadar
What Hi-Fi
Digital Trends
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Sonos Roam 2
The Sonos Roam 2 is praised for its sound quality, durability, and versatility, but criticized for its battery life, connectivity issues, and high price point, especially for those not fully invested in the Sonos ecosystem.
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JBL Charge 5
The JBL Charge 5 is highly praised for its improved sound quality, robust design, and long battery life, though it faces criticism for lacking an AUX port and having connectivity issues with the JBL app.
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Beats Pill
The Beats Pill (2024) is praised for its portability, impressive battery life, and robust design, but criticized for sound quality issues at high volumes, lack of EQ settings, and its price point considering the features offered.
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JBL Flip 6
The JBL Flip 6 is a durable and powerful portable Bluetooth speaker with a long battery life, PartyBoost feature, and water and dust resistance.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [14]

79
Total expert reviews: 14
  • with a score: 9
  • without a score: 5
Highest score by day-technology.com
90
Average score based on 14 reviews
79
Lowest score by Rtings.com
63

Score distribution:

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

Expert reviews [13]

87
Total expert reviews: 13
  • with a score: 7
  • without a score: 6
Highest score by TechRadar
100
Average score based on 13 reviews
87
Lowest score by PCMag
70

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20
From Seller:
  • RICH JBL ORIGINAL PRO SOUND: The legendary JBL signature sound delivers surprisingly big audio and punchy bass from Go 3's small size.
  • ULTRA-PORTABLE DESIGN: JBL Go 3's ultra-portable design goes great with the latest styles, and its colorful fabrics and expressive details make it look as great as it sounds.
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From Seller:
  • Best Bluetooth Speaker for 2025: Best value micro Bluetooth speaker - CNET
  • Size Defying Sound: Upgraded StormBox Micro 2 delivers explosive outdoor-audio more than any other speaker in its class. Specially designed 48mm NdFeB driver and integration of passive radiators plus exclusive XBASS technology reproduces a dynamic sound with an incredible bass range.
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