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JBL Xtreme vs Klipsch KMC 1

11.14 in
4.96 in
JBL Xtreme Wireless Speaker
JBL Xtreme
10.2 in
4.29 in
Klipsch KMC 1 Wireless Speaker
Klipsch KMC 1
Available colors
Editiorial reviews
25
4.1 out of 5
15 user ratings
5 stars
26 %
4 stars
60 %
3 stars
13 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
Read editorial reviews
3
3 editorial reviews
Klipsch serves up another entry in its KMC Bluetooth speaker series with the KMC 1. We take the portable for a long test run to find out if it can pull off full-sized power as a mid-sized model.Read more
The Klipsch KMC 1 is a portable Bluetooth speaker that delivers exciting, powerful audio, even if its design is a bit bland.Read more
Despite a big, room-filling sound, the Klipsch needs more organisation and detailRead more
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User rating
81
3.7 out of 5
81 user ratings
5 stars
34 %
4 stars
24 %
3 stars
23 %
2 stars
9 %
1 stars
7 %
31
4.4 out of 5
31 user ratings
5 stars
38 %
4 stars
58 %
3 stars
3 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %

Full Comparison

Sound

JBL XtremeJBL Xtreme
Klipsch KMC 1Klipsch KMC 1
Channels2.01.0
Low frequency70.0 Hz65.0 Hz
High frequency20.0 kHz18.0 kHz
Peak power40.0 W40.0 W

Design

JBL XtremeJBL Xtreme
Klipsch KMC 1Klipsch KMC 1
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Black,Blue,Red
  • Khaki
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Orange
  • Purple
  • Red
  • White
  • Yellow

Dimensions

JBL XtremeJBL Xtreme
Klipsch KMC 1Klipsch KMC 1
Height4.96 in4.29 in
Width11.14 in10.2 in
Depth4.8 in3.39 in
Weight74.5 oz57.44 oz

Connectivity

JBL XtremeJBL Xtreme
Klipsch KMC 1Klipsch KMC 1
USByesyes
USB version2.02.0
Type of USB connectorMicro-USBMini-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
  • Wireless Remote
  • Integrated in Speaker
Aptx Supportnono
Bluetoothyesyes
Bluetooth codec
  • aptX
  • SBC
  • aptX
  • SBC
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • HFP
  • HSP
A2DP
Wired inputs
  • 3.5mm
  • Micro-USB
3.5mm
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)11
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)nono
NFCyesyes

Features

JBL XtremeJBL Xtreme
Klipsch KMC 1Klipsch KMC 1
Docking station for mobile/Tabletnono
Radio receivernono
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)nono
Speakerphoneyesyes

Power

JBL XtremeJBL Xtreme
Klipsch KMC 1Klipsch KMC 1
Battery operatedyesyes
USB powerednoyes
Electric (not USB)yesyes
Battery typeLithiumLithium
Playback time15.0 h8.0 h
Battery life (max)15.0 h16.0 h

Pros & Cons

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