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JBL Flip 5

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User ratings:
181
3.4 out of 5
181 user ratings
5 stars
27 %
4 stars
18 %
3 stars
32 %
2 stars
16 %
1 stars
6 %
Consumer ratings:
4.7 / 5
Editorial reviews:
15
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Pros

  • sleek
  • compact
  • and well-rounded

Cons

  • the speaker is trimmed down from its predecessors
  • JBL receives many returns for spoiled speakers within the warranty
  • JBL has hidden behind its circular grille

Key specs

  • yes
  • no
  • 12 h
  • 4800 mAh

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JBL Flip 5 - Pros & Cons

JBL Flip 5

Pros

  • sleek
  • compact
  • and well-rounded
  • neat design
  • good sound quality and the impressive durability
  • best indoors in rooms with good acoustics
  • Durability plays a key role here
  • Small enough to fit comfortably in your hand
  • It connected smoothly and seamlessly
  • durable build and great audio quality
  • Flip 5 looks amazing and is just as well-built

Cons

  • the speaker is trimmed down from its predecessors
  • JBL receives many returns for spoiled speakers within the warranty
  • JBL has hidden behind its circular grille
  • battery life takes a dip at higher volumes
  • A little expensive
  • there are no fancy Bluetooth codecs to speak of
  • It does not float
  • the sound breaks up a bit
  • loses a bit of quality
  • There is no microphone feature or the ability to pair with Siri or Google Now
  • depressed power and Bluetooth buttons

JBL Flip 5 - Technical Overview

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IconWeight
540 g
Best:
Philips BT2650
Weight: 0.21 g
IconPlayback time
12 h
Best:
Music Angel Mini Best Friendz
Playback time: 120 h

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JBL Flip 5 - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels2.0
Number of drivers2
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Dimensions
Height2.72 in
Width7.09 in
Depth2.91 in
Weight19.05 oz
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Features
Radio receiverno
Memory card readeryes
USB input portyes
Built-in microphoneno
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Camouflage
  • Green
  • Grey
  • Khaki
  • Navy
  • Pink
  • Red
  • Sand
  • Teal
  • Turquoise
  • White
  • Yellow
Built-in displayno
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Connectivity
USByes
AUX inyes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
Bluetooth version4.2
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
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Power
Battery typeLi-polymer
Playback time12.0 h
Battery capacity4800.0 mAh
Battery life (max)12.0 h

JBL Flip 5 - Q&A (19)

  • 0
    Votes
    lera.walter
    about 2 years ago
    Is JBL Flip 5 sand-proof?
    misti
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The JBL Flip 5 is completely sand proof, and can survive being buried in sand.
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  • 0
    Votes
    jewel
    about 2 years ago
    Does JBL Flip 5 speaker come with a charger?
    coleman.langworth
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The JBL Flip 5 speaker comes with a 2-port USB wall charger.
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  • 0
    Votes
    catrina
    about 2 years ago
    Can a JBL Flip 5 connect to a charge 4?
    edmundo_predovic
    about 2 years ago
    Unfortunately, the Charge 4 is not compatible with the JBL Flip 5. Unfortunately, this is due to technological limitations.
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    milford
    about 2 years ago
    Can I use a JBL Flip 5 speaker while charging?
    angelo
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, you can use the JBL Flip 5 speaker while charging. There is no harm to your speaker unless you're using a low-powered or bad charger.
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  • 0
    Votes
    esteban
    about 2 years ago
    Can Charge 5 connect to a JBL Flip 5?
    malissa.hartmann
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, Both Charge 5 and JBL Flip 5 have PartyBoost, an updated version of Connect+. This means you can use the app to sync multiple speakers together as well as Charge 5 and JBL Flip 5.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    mary_koch
    about 2 years ago
    Can a JBL Flip 5 speaker get wet?
    basil
    about 2 years ago
    No, The IPX7 waterproof rating means you can take JBL Flip 5 speaker to the beach or pool without worry of getting it wet.
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  • 0
    Votes
    mina
    about 2 years ago
    Does JBL Flip 5 have AUX input?
    mario_weber
    about 2 years ago
    No, The JBL Flip 5 doesn't come with an AUX input.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    nickole
    about 2 years ago
    How loud is the JBL Flip 5?
    bernardo
    about 2 years ago
    The JBL Flip 5 has an average volume range. It doesn't get very loud.
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  • 0
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    violet_vonrueden
    about 2 years ago
    Does JBL Flip 5 have microphone?
    kieth
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The JBL Flip 5 has a built-in microphone for speakerphone calls.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    kerry_schuppe
    about 2 years ago
    Can I connect my JBL Flip 5 to my computer?
    alden
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, you can connect your JBL Flip 5 speaker to your computer by using Bluetooth or an audio cable.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    yulanda
    about 2 years ago
    Is JBL Flip 5 waterproof?
    sherley.conn
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The JBL Flip 5 is IPX7 waterproof up to three feet deep, so you can enjoy fearless outdoor entertainment.
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  • 0
    Votes
    moshe
    about 2 years ago
    Can I connect my Xtreme 2 to JBL Flip 5?
    maynard
    about 2 years ago
    The JBL Flip 5 features the newer Partyboost feature, so you can connect it with the Xtreme 2
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  • 0
    Votes
    lucius
    about 2 years ago
    Does JBL Flip 5 float?
    morris_schneider
    about 2 years ago
    No, JBL Flip 5 will not float when dropped in water.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    beau.beer
    about 2 years ago
    Does JBL 5 have FM radio?
    jarvis
    about 2 years ago
    No, The JBL Flip 5 doesn't have a radio, but you can use an app on your phone to listen to the radio.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    hong
    about 2 years ago
    Does the JBL Flip 5 have PartyBoost?
    charley.west
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, when using the JBL Connect app, press the PartyBoost button on a JBL Flip 5 speaker to pair two PartyBoost-enabled speakers and create a stereo pair, or link over 100 PartyBoost-compatible speakers in mono.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    destiny_kuhn
    about 2 years ago
    Is JBL Flip 5 stereo or mono?
    ervin
    about 2 years ago
    The JBL Flip 5 is a mono speaker, whereas the JBL Flip 4 has two drivers and is a stereo speaker.
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  • 0
    Votes
    shea.conroy
    about 2 years ago
    Will a JBL Flip 4 sync with a JBL Flip 5?
    billi_torphy
    about 2 years ago
    No, you can't pair the JBL Flip 4 with a Flip 5. The JBL Flip 5 is only compatible with the newer JBL standard.
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  • 0
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    ian
    about 2 years ago
    Is the JBL Flip 5 dust proof?
    consuelo_koch
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The JBL Flip 5 is completely waterproof, dust-proof, sand-proof and snow-proof.
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  • 0
    Votes
    troy
    about 2 years ago
    Does JBL Flip 5 turn off automatically?
    lindsey
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The JBL FLIP 5 will automatically shut down after 20 minutes of inactivity to save power.
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JBL Flip 5 JBL - Editorial Reviews (15)

4.0
Based on 15 reviews
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JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker Review - Take the party with you - Ausdroid
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Ausdroid
Published: 21.09.2019
JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker Review - Take the party with you - Ausdroid

As our lives become more connected, we’re engaging more with streaming media – it shouldn’t be a surprise that manufacturers are using that need to grab our attention and our money. There’s a lot of options out there for those who want headphones and an ever-increasing number of portable audio options for Bluetooth speakers –

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 Review
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TechGearLab
Published: 03.09.2019
JBL Flip 5 Review
4.6

Finding a reasonable balance between sound quality/volume and portability/ruggedness, the JBL Flip 5 is the quintessential jack of all trades, master of...

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 Review
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eftm.com.au
Published: 24.09.2019
JBL Flip 5 Review

JBL and HARMAN know how to pack some serious sound into a portable Bluetooth speaker. For the last week I’ve been trying out the latest in the Flip

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 review
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Tom's Guide
Published: 23.03.2021
JBL Flip 5 review

The Flip 5 balances size and sound in a solid portable Bluetooth speaker

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 Eco Edition review
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Good Housekeeping
Published: 10.08.2020
JBL Flip 5 Eco Edition review

An eco-friendly speaker that doesn't compromise on sound.

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 Review
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PCMAG
Published: 15.11.2019
JBL Flip 5 Review
4.0

The JBL Flip 5 speaker delivers a strong Bluetooth audio experience in an outdoor-friendly design you can customize to your liking.

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 review
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TechRadar
Published: 17.02.2020
JBL Flip 5 review

A fun, no-frills portable Bluetooth speaker

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5
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ProductReview.com.au
Published: 21.03.2022
JBL Flip 5

JBL Flip 5 (Portable Speaker): 2.7 out of 5 stars from 3 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 6 Review: One Powerful Little Bluetooth Speaker
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CNET
Published: 16.03.2022
JBL Flip 6 Review: One Powerful Little Bluetooth Speaker
4.2

JBL's latest Flip speaker offers improved sound with stronger bass and overall clarity.

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 review
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SoundGuys
Published: 13.06.2022
JBL Flip 5 review

The JBL Flip 5 is a solid iterative update over the JBL Flip 4, but does that make it a must-have? For most people, no it doesn't.

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 20.01.2022
JBL Flip 5 Review
3.4

The JBL Flip 5 is a cylindrical Bluetooth speaker. It's well-built, has a carrying strap so you can take it with you on the go, and it comes in several different...

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 6 review: A worthy update
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Android Authority
Published: 19.05.2022
JBL Flip 6 review: A worthy update

The JBL Flip 6 has some upgrades like an IP67 rating compared to the JBL Flip 5. As a result, it makes for a great hiking or party companion.

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 Review
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Lifewire
Published: 12.10.2020
JBL Flip 5 Review
3.6

The JBL Flip 5 has solid battery life and build quality, providing you with substantial sound for almost any adventure you throw at it. I put it to test for a week.

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 review: Killer portable party speaker
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TalkAndroid.com
JBL Flip 5 review: Killer portable party speaker

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. JBL hasn't changed up the design of the JBL Flip 5 much at all, even going all the back to the original Flip 1. It's still

JBL Flip 5 JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker Review - Take the party with you - Ausdroid
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Ausdroid
Published: 21.09.2019
JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker Review - Take the party with you - Ausdroid

As our lives become more connected, we’re engaging more with streaming media – it shouldn’t be a surprise that manufacturers are using that need to grab our attention and our money. There’s a lot of options out there for those who want headphones and an ever-increasing number of portable audio options for Bluetooth speakers – […]

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