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Brand | JBL |
Model Name | JBL Charge 5 - Black |
Speaker Type | Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
Connectivity Technology | wireless |
Special Feature | Waterproof, Smartphone-Charging, Stereo-Pairing, Built-In Microphone |
About this item
- Bold JBL Original Pro Sound: The JBL Charge 5 has an optimized long excursion driver, a separate tweeter, and dual JBL bass radiators, all delivering impressively rich and clear audio. Get that big room sound even when outdoors.
- 20 hours of playtime: The fun doesn't have to stop. Packed with an incredible 20 hours of battery life, JBL Charge 5 lets you party all day and into the night.
- IP67 waterproof and dustproof: To the pool. To the park. JBL Charge 5 is IP67 waterproof and dustproof, so you can bring your speaker anywhere.
- Crank up the fun with PartyBoost: PartyBoost allows you to pair two JBL PartyBoost-compatible speakers together for stereo sound or link multiple JBL PartyBoost-compatible speakers to truly pump up your party.
- Power up with the built-in powerbank: Don't put the party on pause. A built-in powerbank lets you charge your devices without taking a break from the tunes.
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Take the party with you no matter what the weather. Up to 20 hours of playtime and a powerbank to keep your devices charged to keep the party going all night. With its IP67 waterproof and dustproof design, the Charge 5 will survive whatever comes its way.
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Bold JBL Original Pro Sound
Take the amazing power of JBL pro sound with you. The JBL Charge 5 has an optimized long excursion driver, a separate tweeter, and dual JBL bass radiators, all delivering impressively rich and clear audio. Get that big room sound, even when outdoors.
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Thanks to PartyBoost, you can connect multiple JBL PartyBoost-enabled speakers for a sound big enough for any crowd. With all-new colors inspired by the latest street fashion trends, it looks as good as it sounds.
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IP67 Waterproof and Dustproof
To the pool. To the park. JBL Charge 5 is IP67 waterproof and dustproof, so you can bring your speaker anywhere.
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Bluetooth connectivity | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Sound quality | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Battery life | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Value for money | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Portability | — | 4.7 | — | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
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power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
connectivity tech | wireless | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | wireless | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
speaker type | Portable Bluetooth Speakers | Woofer | Tweeter | Outdoor | Multi Room | Multi Room |
mounting type | Tabletop | Tabletop, Freestanding | Speaker | Tabletop | Speaker | Speaker |
weight | 2.1 pounds | 2.11 pounds | 2.11 pounds | 1.2 pounds | 2.1 pounds | 2.1 pounds |
control method | application | application | — | application | application | touch |
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Recommended Uses For Product | For Smartphones or Tablets |
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Compatible Devices | Projector, Laptop, Gaming Console, Personal Computer, Smartphone |
Subwoofer Diameter | 3.9 Inches |
Mounting Type | Tabletop |
Controller Type | Battery Powered |
Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 5.1 |
Material | Plastic |
Color | Black |
Battery Life | 20 Hours |
Included Components | 1 x JBL Charge 5, 1 x Type C USB Cable, 1 x Safety Sheet, 1 x Quick Start Guide, 1 x Warranty Card |
Product Dimensions | 8.7"D x 3.76"W x 3.67"H |
Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
Speaker Maximum Output Power | 40 Watts |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Item Weight | 2.1 Pounds |
Is Waterproof | True |
Battery Capacity | 7500 |
Charging Time | 4 Hours |
Number of Items | 1 |
Control Method | App |
Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
Speaker Size | 5 Inches |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 80 dB |
Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
Includes MP3 player? | No |
Manufacturer | JBL |
Item Weight | 2.1 pounds |
ASIN | B08X4YMTPM |
Item model number | JBL Charge 5 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #122 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #4 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | February 22, 2021 |
Department | Unisex-Adult |
Country of Origin | China |
Input Voltage | 3.6 Volts |
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Product Description
Take the party with you no matter what the weather. The JBL Charge 5 speaker delivers bold JBL Original Pro Sound, with its optimized long excursion driver, separate tweeter and dual pumping JBL bass radiators. Up to 20 hours of playtime and a handy powerbank to keep your devices charged to keep the party going all night. Rain? Spilled drinks? Beach sand? The IP67 waterproof and dustproof Charge 5 survives whatever comes its way. Thanks to PartyBoost, you can connect multiple JBL PartyBoost-enabled speakers for a sound big enough for any crowd. With all-new colors inspired by the latest street fashion trends, it looks as great as it sounds.
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Customers like the color, value, ease of use, sound quality and portability of the speakers. They mention that it looks very good, is well worth the money and is a solid investment for music lovers who want to take their tunes wherever they go. They also appreciate the Bluetooth connectivity and say the speaker is pretty portable.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They mention that it has excellent sound, with deep bass and soft highs. They also say that it comes across as much louder and retains much of its bass. Customers also say it's a great little speaker that has a lot of power and bass. They say it can play all day at moderate volume levels and charge their phone.
"...PROS-Excellent audio clarity-Excellent bass-Excellent overall sound-Exceptional volume..." Read more
"...fast to my phone and the over all performance is fanominal the sound is off the chain with the bass, I love listening to music loud and this speaker..." Read more
"...For the size difference, the Charge 5 comes across as much louder and retains much of its bass as you put the volume up, and against the Xtreme 2, I..." Read more
"...Battery life is good and it will play all day at moderate volume levels plus charge your phone. Also, it uses USB-C to charge...." Read more
Customers like the value of the speakers. They say it's well worth the money, a solid investment, and a great choice for music lovers. Some mention that the bass is tight, punchy, and adequate, no matter the genre of music.
"...And if you catch this at a discounted price, you’ll know you are getting a great deal. JBL has been the best listening experience for me...." Read more
"...Great size and value for the money. Very portable you can take it with you anywhere. Will definitely recommend this." Read more
"...It has the best value for the money. This has a lot of power and bass. Make sure to download the app to change the equalizer...." Read more
"Just what I expect from a portable speaker at this price point. Easy to connect. Love the color." Read more
Customers like the durability of the speakers. For example, they say the build quality is excellent, with a durable construction that feels solid. They also say it's very reliable and seems to last forever. Customers also mention that the speaker is made by an excellent manufacturer and is unmatched in the speaker business. They say it feels incredibly sturdy to hold and is lightweight.
"...I will continue buying their products if they keep supplying a high-quality experience...." Read more
"...(IP67 rating, super long battery life, etc)...." Read more
"...It feels incredibly sturdy to hold and it feels lightweight!..." Read more
"...Using a single Charge 5 has proved to be very reliable, sound great and look great...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the speakers. They say it's easy to just grab and go, and can be easily carried in one hand. The speaker has great audio and a portable battery. Some mention that it'll be a great travel addition for beach trips and other getaways, and has a handy handle to carry it.
"...You can get more info on the battery via the app. The weight is surprisingly light, considering the volume this speaker is capable of...." Read more
"...Ergonomics: The unit can be easily carried in one hand and it is very light. The unit sits firm when you set it down...." Read more
"This speaker by JBL is always going to deliver great sound with portability and good battery life every time...." Read more
"...Great size and value for the money. Very portable you can take it with you anywhere. Will definitely recommend this." Read more
Customers find the speakers very easy to connect to their phone and pair. They also say the Bluetooth connectivity is simple and straightforward. Customers mention that the speakers are portable and easy to just grab and go.
"...The buttons are easy to distinguish, and the light is on the power, bluetooth, and there is a ring of light around those two buttons when PartyBoost..." Read more
"...Bluetooth connectivity: Simple and easy to connect to. I had no issues. The speaker appears to have a greater range than my house area!..." Read more
"Just what I expect from a portable speaker at this price point. Easy to connect. Love the color." Read more
"Bluetooth installs instantly, and the sound is truly excellent, including deep bass and soft nature sounds. Couldn't be happier." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the color of the speaker. They mention that it has a great look and color, it's eye-catching, and has an exceptional quality. Some appreciate the vibrant green and attractive pink colors.
"...SOUND QUALITY: 10/10(10.5/10) Stunning! I didn’t expect that sound quality could get this good for a bluetooth speaker. JBL means business!..." Read more
"...The rest of the features are very good and well thought out.For $180.00 USD, this speaker is as good as it gets." Read more
"...Speaking on the quality, this thing looks absolutely amazing. I simply love the aesthetic look and the green just looks amazing alongside the Flip 6...." Read more
"...Well it all started out great, the white look clean and are small enough to not take up too much visual space...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the speakers. Some mention it has great battery life, while others say it lacks it. The battery drains quicker when the speaker is playing at high volume and has moments where it would break up and sound chalky.
"...is always going to deliver great sound with portability and good battery life every time...." Read more
"...Of course, the battery drains quicker when you have the speaker playing at high volumes. Also, it can take some water...." Read more
"...And from my experience, the battery life is pretty fantastic, but I don’t believe it is the full 20 hours like advertised...." Read more
"...Battery life is good and it will play all day at moderate volume levels plus charge your phone. Also, it uses USB-C to charge...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the speakers. Some mention that it works great, plays music great, and the tweeter and woofer work very well with each other. However, others say that the base response seems fleeting and over emphasized in narrow frequency ranges. They also say that one speaker is not enough to fully utilize these speakers and that they wish it had a fast forward feature.
"...Pretty impressive...." Read more
"...It connected fast to my phone and the over all performance is fanominal the sound is off the chain with the bass, I love listening to music loud and..." Read more
"...1 speaker is not enough to fully utilize these, need atleast two in stereo mode...." Read more
"...remember when I actually bought this, but I still own it and it still works great! L9ve that I can enjoy it outdoors in any climate" Read more
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DESIGN: 9/10 Great! I love the fabric covering. The JBL logo is made of metal, which makes it look very nice and official. The buttons are easy to distinguish, and the light is on the power, bluetooth, and there is a ring of light around those two buttons when PartyBoost is in effect. There is a battery bar right below the JBL Logo, and it serves as a general battery indicator. You can get the 100%, 75%, 50%, and 25%. You can get more info on the battery via the app. The weight is surprisingly light, considering the volume this speaker is capable of. Although, it isn’t the most portable of portable speakers as it is a little big and has a football shape. You can get a case for it that has a strap though. For the skip feature, you have to press the play/pause button twice. Make sure that when you do this, you maintain a consistent interval of time between the two presses. If you do it too fast it will just pause. If you do it too slow, it will just pause then play again.
BATTERY: 10/10 Perfect! I absolutely love the battery. I’m the kind of person that prefers the longest possible battery, and doing whatever it takes to preserve it. I don’t have to worry much about this battery. Like I said, it has provided some low music for almost 2 days and the battery wasn’t that affected. However, the battery life will drain much more rapidly when using the speaker at high volumes. I currently use this speaker with a projector to watch TV. I have watched lots of movies and TV shows, and I don’t have to pay much attention to the battery. I just plug it in every other night, and it does great! And having a battery bank is the cherry on top. I haven’t used it much, as I keep most of my devices fully charged, but I think it is awesome that it has a battery bank if I need it.
SOUND QUALITY: 10/10(10.5/10) Stunning! I didn’t expect that sound quality could get this good for a bluetooth speaker. JBL means business! When I turn it to high volumes, I can actually feel air blowing from it! On that note, it can go REALLY high in volume. I did not expect that at all. Insane volume. As stated earlier, I use this with a projector, and for all my TV. Watching movies with this speaker makes the entire experience cinematic! A much bigger upgrade compared to the sound TV’s come with. I would even say that it can contend with some soundbars out there (not the JBL Surround Sound System though…that one seems like the top-tier of JBL). This speaker was my first experience with JBL speakers (other than the car speakers) and I was very impressed. It has been the best sound experience I have ever had. Really clear and crisp audio, and when I say “really,” I mean truly! When playing music, I can hear every instrument, every breath, and incredible bass. The bass is a superstar in and of itself. Like I said, the bass shakes my whole room when playing music, and when watching movies! The side radiators really, really pack a punch! There is even an adjustable EQ on the app. Though I prefer what the speaker came with. It is a little pricey, (just a little) but know that you get what you pay for! I don’t think that I can ever go back to what I had…
PARTYBOOST: 9/10 Great! I had one, so I bought two more so I could create a surround sound with my TV. It kinda worked. I think I had some sort of connectivity issue, so all I’ll say is that the range might not be that great, so make sure you keep them somewhat close. If you have a projector that has bluetooth and you want to use PartyBoost, I would consider researching what you can do with the Bluetooth latency (As stated earlier, I watch TV with this, and please note there IS some lag between sound and video, as bluetooth will do. However, that is just bluetooth technology, not JBL. Over time my ears and eyes have adjusted, and now it is not that big a deal). In addition to standard bluetooth latency, PartyBoost will make this delay greater (I ended up returning the other two because of this issue). For music, this is not a problem, because it is just sound and no video. With music, PartyBoost is pretty cool! It really creates a much louder and much cooler sound experience. You can even use just two for a stereo effect, and it works great!
Overall, this has been the BEST bluetooth speaker experience I have ever had. You better believe I’ll be there for the Charge 6 or 7 or wherever they decide to take this. They really have something good going here. I would 110% recommend this! If you are reading this review, and you would like an upgrade to your typical listening experience, know that this is one of the best out there! And if you catch this at a discounted price, you’ll know you are getting a great deal. JBL has been the best listening experience for me. I will continue buying their products if they keep supplying a high-quality experience. I mean, let the 27,000 ratings with a 4.8 overall rating speak for itself. Here is a simplified pro-con list:
PROS
-Excellent audio clarity
-Excellent bass
-Excellent overall sound
-Exceptional volume
-Long battery life
-Battery bank feature
-Waterproof feature
-Adjustable EQ
-Stereo Effect
-PartyBoost for multiple speakers
CONS
-Button timing for the skip track
-Could be slightly more portable (We do have the Flip speakers for that though)
I have been a live sound audiophile for decades and I have my own high end PA, play in a band, and do DJ'ing for select family and friends as a hobby with my equipment. I mention this just to let you know that I know good sound when I hear it.
Ergonomics: The unit can be easily carried in one hand and it is very light. The unit sits firm when you set it down. The controls are both easy to use and obvious to find.
Sound quality: This thing can fill a private pool area with music EASILY. The bass response indoors seems a bit much when you turn it up a little (seems OK at lower volume inside); but outside, it is EXACTLY what the doctor ordered. Outside, the Charge 5 sounds full, warm, and articulate. You can easily hear the various instruments in the mix. Personally, I wouldn't use a bluetooth speaker indoors .... or if I did, I would opt for one that was made for that specific purpose (higher quality codec, more balanced eq, etc). It is clear that the Charge 5 was made for going outside (IP67 rating, super long battery life, etc). It isn't a bad speaker for indoor listening (especially if you aren't an audiophile as I am and just want something to listen to while you do dishes/laundry/etc, etc). Listening indoors, I was pleased enough (although my PA has nothing to worry about ;). One would certainly hope that a 10K front of house PA would sound better than a $180 bluetooth speaker). With respect to output volume, this little speaker can get quite loud. Unless I was hosting a huge party (where I would use my real PA anyway), this speaker has more than enough output for anyone. To sum up the sound quality, it is very good indeed.
Bluetooth connectivity: Simple and easy to connect to. I had no issues. The speaker appears to have a greater range than my house area! My wife left in her car, and even in her car, it continued to play until she got out of the driveway. Pretty impressive. More than enough range to cover an outdoor area, or an entire floor in your house (maybe even 2 floors ..... but why wouldn't you just carry it upstairs with you?).
Features: Ok, one minor quibble that I have eluded to. The unit doesn't have an adjustable EQ as of the current firmware. I am really hoping that JBL gets on the ball and corrects this. This would be particularly useful for trimming the bass at higher volumes inside where the bass is a bit too much with the standard eq it comes with. Of course, most people will not play it that loud indoors, and some will love the emphasized bass response exactly as it is (perhaps not the audio purist :)). The rest of the features are very good and well thought out.
For $180.00 USD, this speaker is as good as it gets.
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Le doy 5 estrellas👌🏻
Is exactly as advertised
Reviewed in Brazil on August 7, 2022