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JBL Charge 5

All-day outdoor listening

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Illustration of JBL Charge 5
Best forAll-day outdoor listening
Price band$100–$200 (prices change often; check the current price on Amazon)

IP67; 20h playtime; USB charging out for phones; PartyBoost

JBL's larger portable with deep bass and a built-in powerbank to charge phones. Built for all-day outdoor use.

Pros

  • Charges your phone too

Cons

  • None noted
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