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JBL Link 500 Voice-Activated Home Speaker

JBL Link 500 Voice-Activated Home Speaker

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$399.95at Musician's FriendObserved at 12:33 AM

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Our take on the JBL Link 500 Voice-Activated Home Speaker

The JBL Link 500 is a tabletop Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker with Google Assistant built in, so it plays music by voice and streams over Chromecast and multiroom setups. It is a wide, AC-powered unit (about 14.6 inches across, 7.7 lb) with a 55 Hz to 22 kHz range and dual-band Wi-Fi. It lacks AirPlay, Spotify Connect and portability. The best new price is $399.95 at Musician's Friend as of November 8, 2026, with 2 stores listing it new.

Best forVoice-controlled music in a kitchen or living roomGoogle Assistant and Chromecast householdsMultiroom audio over Wi-FiBuyers who want a stationary speaker with no battery to manage
Pros
  • Google Assistant built in for hands-free control
  • Chromecast and multiroom support for grouped playback
  • Dual-band 2.4 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi for steadier streaming
  • Wide 55 Hz to 22 kHz frequency range
  • AC powered, so no charging or battery limits
Cons
  • No AirPlay or AirPlay 2, so it is awkward for Apple households
  • No Spotify Connect; Spotify relies on Cast
  • Bluetooth 4.2 is dated
  • Not portable and needs a wall outlet
  • Only 4 W RMS (15 W peak) rated output for its size

JBL Link 500 Voice-Activated Home Speaker prices at every store

  • Guitar CenterNew

    In stock

    $399.95Free shippingObserved at 12:33 AM
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  • Musician's FriendNew

    In stock

    $399.95Observed at 12:33 AM
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JBL Link 500 Voice-Activated Home Speaker price history

Lowest price we've seen: $399.95 on Nov 8 at Guitar Center. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

Owner discussion of the Link 500 centers on its Google Assistant and Chromecast integration and its room-filling sound for a single-unit speaker. Complaints tend to focus on the app and streaming ecosystem limits and on the speaker being tied to a power outlet.

What people mention
  • Voice assistantPraisedOwners like asking Google Assistant for music and basic queries without touching a phone.
  • StreamingMixedChromecast works well, but the lack of AirPlay and Spotify Connect limits which apps and devices can cast to it.
  • ConnectivityCriticisedBluetooth 4.2 is old, and some owners find pairing less reliable than newer speakers.
  • PowerMixedAC power means no battery worries, but the speaker cannot move from room to room.
  • SoundPraisedThe wide cabinet and 55 Hz low end give it fuller sound than its small wattage rating suggests.

Specifications

Bluetooth
YesSource
Power Source
AC MainsSource
Frequency Response (min) (Hz)
55.0Source
Depth (")
6.181Source
Physical Buttons

Questions and answers

Does the JBL Link 500 work with Apple devices?
It streams over Bluetooth and Chromecast, but it has no AirPlay or AirPlay 2. iPhone users can cast through Google Home or use Bluetooth.
Can I use Spotify with it?
Yes, through Spotify's Cast support in the Google Home app. There is no native Spotify Connect, so you cannot pick it directly from the Spotify app's device list.
Is it portable?
No. It runs on AC mains only and weighs about 7.7 lb, so it stays in one place.
Can I pair two for stereo or multiroom?
It supports multiroom grouping through Chromecast, so you can add other Cast speakers. Stereo pairing depends on the Google Home setup.
What is a fair price for it?
The best new price is $399.95 at Musician's Friend as of November 8, 2026, with 2 stores listing it new. Compare against that before buying.
Where is the JBL Link 500 Voice-Activated Home Speaker cheapest?
At Musician's Friend, for $399.95, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the JBL Link 500 Voice-Activated Home Speaker?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Musician's Friend.

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Play & PauseSource
Voice Assistant
Google AssistantSource
Height (")
7.874Source
Speaker Output (RMS) (W)
4.0Source
Supported Apps
PandoraSource
Wi-Fi
YesSource
App Control
YesSource
Color
Black, WhiteSource
Frequency Response (max) (Hz)
22000.0Source
Suited for Height Channels
NoSource
Chromecast for Audio
YesSource
Speaker Output (max peak) (W)
15.0Source
AirPlay
NoSource
Portable
NoSource
Spotify Connect
NoSource
Width (")
14.567Source
AirPlay 2
NoSource
Bluetooth Version
4.2Source
Wi-Fi Dual Band
5.0 GHz, 2.4 GHzSource
Multiroom
YesSource