TechRadar Verdict
Despite being pint-sized, this speaker really can blast out the tunes.
From minute one I was impressed with what this compact Bluetooth speaker had to offer.
The Clip 5 is a satisfying mix of durability, practicality, and enjoyable sound in a small package.
Is it one of thebest Bluetooth speakersaround?
All in good time.
The JBL Clip 5 is covered in woven fabric on the front and back, with a silicone mid-section.
It has a large plastic carabiner on the top that’s easy to open and clip onto things.
Above the logo are the play/pause button and the volume up and volume down buttons.
Within the silicone area on the left-hand side of the speaker sit the power, Bluetooth andAuracastbuttons.
It quickly became my favorite bath-time companion, and thesteamwas no issue for it.
JBL has adopted a sustainable approach with the Clip 5 by incorporating some post-consumer recycled materials in the design.
I tested out the Clip 5s Auracast capabilities by connecting it with aJBL Xtreme 4and Go 4 speaker.
The connection process was easy thanks to PartyTogether mode, and the resulting surround sound effect was impressive.
The battery is said to last up to 12 hours on the JBL website.
The sound quality of the JBL Clip 5 is pretty impressive considering its size and price.
When I laid the speaker down, I could feel the bass pounding through the surface it was on.
Unfortunately, there was a shortcoming that became apparent when listening toBlack Eye.
The vocals came across slightly strained and overpowering when listening to the track at 75% volume.
I changed to the Energetic EQ preset to see if this made any improvements.
The different elements layered together well.
This will likely only be noticed by audiophiles who are scrutinizing the sound quality, however.
Another enjoyable listen wasI Believe in a Thing Called Loveby The Darkness.
The guitar and vocals sounded great, and everything was well-proportioned.
The difference between the sound quality of the Clip 5 and the cheaper JBL Go 4 is certainly noticeable.
JBL Clip 5 review: Specs
Should I buy the JBL Clip 5?
You want a durably designed speakerWith its IP67 rating, this speaker can survive water and dust exposure.
it’s possible for you to create custom profiles too with its nine-band EQ.
How I tested the JBL Clip 5
I tested the JBL Clip 5 over a few months.
This enabled me to determine the speaker’s ability to handle different frequencies.
