- Is the JBL Charge 5 worth it over the Charge 4?
- Yes, if you want clearer highs and a tougher IP67 rating. The Charge 5 adds a separate tweeter and a more durable design, while keeping the same bass-heavy character and long battery life.
- How does it compare with the JBL Flip 6?
- The Charge 5 is bigger, louder and has more bass, plus a power bank and longer battery life. The Flip 6 is smaller and easier to carry but plays less loud and has a shorter runtime.
- Can it really survive water and dust?
- Yes. The IP67 rating means it is dust-tight and can be submerged in about a meter of water for up to 30 minutes. The port cover must be sealed for that protection.
- Does it charge my phone?
- Yes. The USB-C port works as a power bank, so you can top up a phone from the speaker's battery. Doing so shortens the speaker's own playback time.
- What is in the box?
- The bundle includes the gray Charge 5 speaker, a USB-C cable and a travel case. It does not include a charging adapter.
- Does it have a microphone for calls?
- No. The Charge 5 has no microphone, so it cannot be used as a speakerphone. You would need to take calls on the phone itself.
- Where is the JBL Charge 5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, IP67 Waterproof, 20 Hour Battery, Gray Bundle with Travel Case (International Model) cheapest?
- At Walmart, for $139.95, 22% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the JBL Charge 5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, IP67 Waterproof, 20 Hour Battery, Gray Bundle with Travel Case (International Model)?
- 6 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Walmart, JBL by Harman, Samsung, Newegg.