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JBL Charge 3 vs Skullcandy Barricade XL

    8.39 in
    3.48 in
    JBL Charge 3 Wireless Speaker
    JBL Charge 3
      6.81 in
      4.02 in
      Skullcandy Barricade XL Wireless Speaker
      Skullcandy Barricade XL
      Available colors
      Editiorial reviews
      44
      3.9 out of 5
      23 user ratings
      5 stars
      		26 %
      4 stars
      		60 %
      3 stars
      		13 %
      2 stars
      		0 %
      1 stars
      		0 %
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      3
      3 editorial reviews
      The Skullcandy Barricade XL speaker delivers bass-forward Bluetooth audio in a portable, rugged design.Read more
      Portable audio equipment is on the rise in popularity, with no decline in sight. Portable speakers allow you to enjoy and share your favorite music anywhere, anytime. Whether you’re looking for some musical entertainment during your morning shower or taking your tunes camping, a portable speaker is a must have for any music-loving go-getter. With popularity comes diversity, and the portable speaker market is indeed diverse. First Look With so many options, it can be difficult to know which portable speakers can deliver on both sound quality and durability. The Skullcandy Barricade Mini is the perfect place to start. SinceRead more
      The Skullcandy Barricade Bluetooth speaker promises to differentiate itself in two main ways. With the amount of Bluetooth speakers out there, these are quite important. The Barricade is not only rugged, but it's buoyant. To beRead more
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      User rating
      80
      3.9 out of 5
      80 user ratings
      5 stars
      		42 %
      4 stars
      		20 %
      3 stars
      		22 %
      2 stars
      		11 %
      1 stars
      		3 %
      46
      4.1 out of 5
      46 user ratings
      5 stars
      		32 %
      4 stars
      		45 %
      3 stars
      		17 %
      2 stars
      		4 %
      1 stars
      		0 %

      Full Comparison

      Units:

      Sound

      JBL Charge 3JBL Charge 3
      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Channels2.01.0
      Low frequency65.0 Hz50.0 Hz
      High frequency20.0 kHz20.0 kHz
      Peak power20.0 W20.0 W
      Impedance80.0 Ω4.0 Ω
      Number of drivers22

      Design

      JBL Charge 3JBL Charge 3
      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Colour of product
      • Black
      • Blue
      • Blue,Red
      • Green
      • Grey
      • Red
      • Turquoise
      • Black
      • Grey,Lime
      Built-in displayyesno

      Dimensions

      JBL Charge 3JBL Charge 3
      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Height3.48 in4.02 in
      Width8.39 in6.81 in
      Weight28.22 oz30.55 oz

      Connectivity

      JBL Charge 3JBL Charge 3
      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      USByesyes
      Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
      USB
      Source of connection
      • iOS App
      • Android App
      • Windows Phone App
      • Mac App
      • PC App
      • Integrated in Speaker
      • iOS App
      • Android App
      • Windows Phone App
      • Mac App
      • PC App
      • Integrated in Speaker
      Aptx Supportnono
      Bluetoothyesyes
      Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)11
      Wireless network (Wi-Fi)nono

      Features

      JBL Charge 3JBL Charge 3
      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Docking station for mobile/Tabletnono
      Radio receivernono
      Smart speaker (virtual assistant)nono
      Speakerphoneyesyes
      IP code (level of dust/water resistance)IPX7IPX7

      Power

      JBL Charge 3JBL Charge 3
      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Battery operatedyesyes
      USB poweredyesyes
      Electric (not USB)nono
      Battery typeLi-polymerLi-Ion
      Playback time20.0 h10.0 h
      Battery life (max)12.0 h10.0 h

      Pros & Cons

      Pros
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