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JBL Flip 3

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User ratings:
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52 user ratings
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.4 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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4.7 out of 5
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Pros

  • It is a splendid portable speaker
  • workmanship and thoughtful designing
  • great sound quality and at an affordable price

Cons

  • the electric guitar kicks in and
  • Some distortion at higher volumes with certain tracks
  • it does not have built-in microphone

Key specs

  • yes
  • 30 ft
  • no
  • yes
  • 10 h
  • 30000 mAh

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JBL Flip 3 - Pros & Cons

JBL Flip 3

Pros

  • It is a splendid portable speaker
  • workmanship and thoughtful designing
  • great sound quality and at an affordable price
  • Connecting is a breeze
  • and it sounds awesome
  • The range is good
  • Very good sound from a small package
  • The bass it can generate is very impressive
  • Excellent sound for its size and good battery life
  • a solid high-mid and high frequency presence

Cons

  • the electric guitar kicks in and
  • Some distortion at higher volumes with certain tracks
  • it does not have built-in microphone
  • battery had gone bad and needs replaced
  • weak signal from the source device
  • The Flip 3 is not a “powerbank” unit
  • the unit shuts off after a little while
  • the bass drivers are exposed at each end of the cylinder
  • it distorted badly at that level
  • Roll doesn't have as much bass and lacks a speakerphone
  • Can distort on deep bass tracks

JBL Flip 3 - Technical Overview

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IconBluetooth wireless range
30 ft
Best:
Ion Cornerstone
Bluetooth wireless range: 984.25 ft
IconPeak power
16 W
Best:
Devialet Phantom
Peak power: 4500 W
IconWeight
450 g
Best:
Philips BT2650
Weight: 0.21 g
IconPlayback time
10 h
Best:
Music Angel Mini Best Friendz
Playback time: 120 h

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JBL Flip 3 - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels2.0
Low frequency85.0 Hz
High frequency20.0 kHz
Peak power16.0 W
Number of drivers2
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Dimensions
Height2.52 in
Width6.65 in
Depth2.52 in
Weight15.87 oz
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Features
Docking station for mobile/Tabletno
Radio receiverno
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)no
Humidity resistantyes
Memory card readerno
Speakerphoneyes
USB input portyes
IP code (level of dust/water resistance)IPX7
Water resistantyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Grey
  • Pink
  • Red
  • Turquoise
Built-in displayno
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Connectivity
USByes
Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
AUX inyes
Source of connection
  • iOS App
  • Android App
  • Windows Phone App
  • Mac App
  • PC App
  • Integrated in Speaker
Aptx Supportno
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth codec
  • aptX
  • SBC
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • HFP
  • HSP
Wired inputs
  • 3.5mm
  • Micro-USB
Bluetooth version4.1
Bluetooth wireless range30.0 ft
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
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Power
Battery operatedyes
USB poweredyes
Electric (not USB)no
Battery typeLi-Ion
Playback time10.0 h
Battery capacity30000.0 mAh
Battery life (max)10.0 h

JBL Flip 3 - Q&A (17)

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    carli
    about 2 years ago
    Is The JBL Flip 3 good?
    sherill
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, JBL Flip 3 sounds very good and plays very loud for its size. It's easy to operate, with a rich sound.
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    micah_breitenberg
    about 2 years ago
    Is The JBL Flip 3 worth it?
    sid
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The JBL Flip 3 is splash proof and has a longer battery life, making it the ideal speaker for poolside parties.
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    nathanael
    over 2 years ago
    Does JBL Flip 3 have USB port?
    edward.champlin
    about 2 years ago
    The USB port is intended for charging your JBL Flip 3.
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    wallace
    over 2 years ago
    Does The JBL Flip 3 float?
    billi_torphy
    about 2 years ago
    The JBL Flip 3 does not float in water, according to its manufacturer.
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  • 0
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    herbert.langosh
    over 2 years ago
    Can JBL Flip 3 connect to computer?
    harrison
    about 2 years ago
    You can connect your JBL Flip 3 speakers to computers and laptops.
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  • 0
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    fransisca
    over 2 years ago
    Is JBL Flip 3 Connect or Connect Plus?
    darren.vandervort
    about 2 years ago
    TheJBL Flip 3 features JBL Connect technology, which allows you to wirelessly connect multiple JBL Connect-enabled speakers in one room and play a variety of songs through each.
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  • 0
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    angelo
    over 2 years ago
    Why does my JBL Flip 3 speaker won't charge?
    hong
    about 2 years ago
    Maybe the charging cable or charger of your JBL Flip 3 is faulty. If so, you can try to change it with another charging cable or charger which are known to be good.
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  • 0
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    kerry_schuppe
    over 2 years ago
    Can The JBL Flip 3 connect to TV?
    toby.ledner
    about 2 years ago
    Your TV is compatible with The JBL Flip 3. You can watch your favorite shows and movies on any streaming service on your TV, without the hassle of annoying cables. Simple as that!
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  • 0
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    daron.upton
    about 2 years ago
    Does JBL Flip 3 have aux input?
    leota
    about 2 years ago
    The JBL Flip 3 has thankfully retained it's 3.5 mm auxiliary input, meaning you can use other smartphones and media players to connect your music.
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  • 0
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    destiny_kuhn
    over 2 years ago
    Does The JBL Flip 3 turn off automatically?
    junior
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, the JBL Flip 3 will automatically shut off after 10 minutes of idle time. This feature is great for conserving battery life and reducing your carbon footprint.
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  • 0
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    sheree.leuschke
    over 2 years ago
    Does JBL Flip 3 have a microphone?
    angelo
    about 2 years ago
    The JBL Flip 3 is also equipped with an integrated noise- and echo-cancelling microphone.
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  • 0
    Votes
    joanna_waters
    over 2 years ago
    Is JBL Flip 3 compatible with Alexa?
    darrick_torp
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, you could connect your Amazon Echo to the JBL Flip 3. As long as your Echo and Flip 3 have Bluetooth enabled.
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  • 0
    Votes
    natividad.collier
    about 2 years ago
    Is The JBL Flip 3 waterproof?
    leif
    about 2 years ago
    The JBL Flip 3 has a water resistance rating of IPX7 and can be submerged in 1m of water for up to 30 minutes.
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  • 0
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    young_bradtke
    over 2 years ago
    Which is better JBL Flip 3 or JBL 4?
    rosalia_paucek
    about 2 years ago
    The JBL Flip 4 is just a bit better than the JBL Flip 3, delivering stellar sound and strong battery life in a solid and durable design.
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  • 0
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    gregg.heathcote
    over 2 years ago
    Does JBL Flip 3 have stereo?
    dann.doyle
    about 2 years ago
    JBL Flip 3 delivers surprisingly powerful, room-filling stereo sound everywhere.
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  • 0
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    linnie
    over 2 years ago
    Is The JBL Flip 3 stealth edition?
    dot
    about 2 years ago
    The JBL Flip 3 Stealth ultra-compact portable Bluetooth speaker delivers an impressive 360-degree sound with a bold, clear audio.
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  • 0
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    danilo.carroll
    about 2 years ago
    How many watts is JBL Flip 3?
    beau.beer
    about 2 years ago
    The JBL Flip 3 is 16 Watts Bluetooth Speaker.
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JBL Flip 3 JBL - Editorial Reviews (22)

4.7
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JBL Flip 3 The JBL Flip 3 review: Big sound for a decent price
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Techaeris
Published: 12.10.2015
The JBL Flip 3 review: Big sound for a decent price

I have a good number of Bluetooth speakers and I can now add the JBL Flip 3 to the mix.

JBL Flip 3 JBL Flip 3 vs. JBL Charge 3—Which should you buy?
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SoundGuys
Published: 24.04.2017
JBL Flip 3 vs. JBL Charge 3—Which should you buy?

If you're having a tough time deciding which Bluetooth speaker to buy, you can't go wrong with the JBL Charge 3 or Flip 3. But which one is right for you?

JBL Flip 3 JBL Flip 3 review
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SoundGuys
Published: 12.02.2019
JBL Flip 3 review

The JBL Flip 3 has new build materials that make it splash proof and has a longer battery life. In other words, it's better than the Flip 2 in every way.

JBL Flip 3 JBL Flip 3 Portable Wireless Speaker Review
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Gadgetmac
Published: 04.11.2015
JBL Flip 3 Portable Wireless Speaker Review

The Xtreme  is a great and powerful speaker, but not everyone can afford a $300 Bluetooth speaker. Fortunately, JBL's new Flip 3  is one wireless speaker that's affordable and very portable too. The Flip 3 improves upon its predecessor using two 40mm drivers flanked by dual exter

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JBL Flip 3 The Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers For Every Sound
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Gizmodo
Published: 06.09.2016
The Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers For Every Sound

It’s been a long, long time since we checked back with bluetooth speakers, and the market is still flooded with an endless number of near-anonymous companies churning out absolutely awful products. To that end, little has changed.

JBL Flip 3 JBL Flip 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Review
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nikktech.com
Published: 03.01.2016
JBL Flip 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Review

With higher bass and volume levels and Bluetooth v4.1 connectivity the latest Flip 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker by JBL is a good upgrade over its predecessor.

JBL Flip 3 JBL Xtreme And Flip 3 Review: Competition, Destroyed
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Android Police
Published: 25.09.2015
JBL Xtreme And Flip 3 Review: Competition, Destroyed

JBL Flip 3 The Best Portable Wireless Speakers V2
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Gadgetmac
Published: 21.08.2015
The Best Portable Wireless Speakers V2

Are you finding yourself asking what is the best wireless portable speaker? Worry no more, we've got it all sorted out for you. It's about time that we revisited this extremely popular topic with our latest and greatest guide for the best portable wireless speakers out right now. N

JBL Flip 3 JBL Flip 3 speaker review: A powerful well-designed Bluetooth speaker- Tech Reviews, Firstpost
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Published: 17.03.2017
JBL Flip 3 speaker review: A powerful well-designed Bluetooth speaker- Tech Reviews, Firstpost

JBL, the “aam janta” consumer arm of Harman, now owned by Samsung and is well attuned to what its users want. Flip 3 is a product that fills the gap for a mid-range Bluetooth speaker that strikes a balance between cost and good sound.

JBL Flip 3 Review: JBL Flip3 and Xtreme aren't afraid of the water
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New Atlas
Published: 10.09.2015
Review: JBL Flip3 and Xtreme aren't afraid of the water

Portable speakers are a great way to take the party anywhere, but many lack in the robustness department to the point where taking one to the beach is like using a Faberge egg as a rugby ball. To keep the tunes going even on a rainy day, JBL's Flip3 and Xtreme speakers not only boast exceptional…

JBL Flip 3 JBL Xtreme and JBL Flip 3 Review
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Black Hole Tec
Published: 15.10.2015
JBL Xtreme and JBL Flip 3 Review

JBL Flip 3 JBL Flip 3 vs UE Boom 2
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SoundGuys
Published: 18.03.2021
JBL Flip 3 vs UE Boom 2

Which is the better Bluetooth speaker between the UE Boom 2 and the JBL Flip 3? We broke it down into a few important categories to find out.

JBL Flip 3 JBL Flip 3
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Good Housekeeping
Published: 17.08.2016
JBL Flip 3

One of our runner-ups, we loved this compact, party-proof speaker.

JBL Flip 3 JBL Flip 3 review | | Resource Centre by Reliance Digital
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JBL Flip 3 review | | Resource Centre by Reliance Digital

Know what JBL Flip 3 portable speaker is offering to it's users over it predecessor and what other features and functions have been added in this product.

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