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JBL Flip 3 vs Sony SRS-XB20

6.65 in
2.52 in
JBL Flip 3 Wireless Speaker
JBL Flip 3
7.8 in
2.68 in
Sony SRS-XB20 Wireless Speaker
Sony SRS-XB20
Available colors
Editiorial reviews
22
4.7 out of 5
3 user ratings
5 stars
66 %
4 stars
33 %
3 stars
0 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
Read editorial reviews
3
3 editorial reviews
Bluetooth speakers come in all shapes and colors. Some are large, designed to fill an entire room with sound for your next party. Others are portable, designed to be carried with you wherever you go. If you’re willing to throw a little extra cash at it, you can even find a model that is durable enough to withstand the type of abuse that very few electronic items can. At least, that’s how things were during the peak of the Bluetooth speaker boom. As the industry grows, we’re starting to notice a changing trend. Brands are promoting speakers that don’t forceRead more
While the Sony XB20 didn't earn an award in our review, it still carves out a fairly attractive niche for itself. It provides good sound quality, mostly...Read more
Sony SRS-XB20 (Portable Speaker): 3.8 out of 5 stars from 13 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
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User rating
52
3.9 out of 5
52 user ratings
5 stars
38 %
4 stars
26 %
3 stars
25 %
2 stars
9 %
1 stars
0 %
47
4.0 out of 5
47 user ratings
5 stars
29 %
4 stars
40 %
3 stars
27 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
0 %

Full Comparison

Sound

JBL Flip 3JBL Flip 3
Sony SRS-XB20Sony SRS-XB20
Channels2.02.0
Low frequency85.0 Hz20.0 Hz
High frequency20.0 kHz20.0 kHz
Peak power16.0 W20.0 W
Number of drivers22

Design

JBL Flip 3JBL Flip 3
Sony SRS-XB20Sony SRS-XB20
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Grey
  • Pink
  • Red
  • Turquoise
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Green
  • Red
  • White

Dimensions

JBL Flip 3JBL Flip 3
Sony SRS-XB20Sony SRS-XB20
Height2.52 in2.68 in
Width6.65 in7.8 in
Depth2.52 in2.72 in
Weight15.87 oz20.78 oz

Connectivity

JBL Flip 3JBL Flip 3
Sony SRS-XB20Sony SRS-XB20
USByesyes
Type of USB connectorMicro-USBMicro-USB
AUX inyesyes
Bluetoothyesyes
Bluetooth codec
  • aptX
  • SBC
  • AAC
  • LDAC
  • SBC
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • HFP
  • HSP
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • HFP
  • HSP
  • SPP
Bluetooth version4.14.2
Bluetooth wireless range30.0 ft32.81 ft
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)11
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)noyes

Features

JBL Flip 3JBL Flip 3
Sony SRS-XB20Sony SRS-XB20
Docking station for mobile/Tabletnono
Radio receivernono
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)nono
Memory card readernono
USB input portyesyes
IP code (level of dust/water resistance)IPX7IPX5

Power

JBL Flip 3JBL Flip 3
Sony SRS-XB20Sony SRS-XB20
Battery operatedyesyes
USB poweredyesyes
Electric (not USB)noyes
Battery typeLi-IonLi-Ion
Playback time10.0 h12.0 h
Battery life (max)10.0 h12.0 h

Pros & Cons

Pros
      Cons

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