| Name | JBL Charge 6 | JBL Charge 5 WIFI |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Medium | Medium |
| MSRP | $199.95 | $229.95 |
| Released | 2025 | 2023 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 1.0 (mono) | 1.0 (mono) |
| Woofers (or full range): | 1× 53×93 mm | 1× 53×93 mm |
| Tweeters: | 1× 20 mm | 1× 0,75″ |
| Subwoofers: | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | 45 W | 40 W |
| Frequency range | 56.0 Hz - 20 kHz | 60.0 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ✔ via app | ✔ via app |
| Party mode? (mono) | ✔ Auracast | ❌ |
| Other (special) audio features? | AI Sound Boost, PlayTime boost (+4h) | Multiroom |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Guitar/mic input? | ❌ | ❌ |
| USB-A playback? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX in? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other in/outputs? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Battery life | 24 hours | 20 hours |
| Charge time | 3 hrs | 6 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 34 Wh | 52 Wh |
| Swappable battery? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charging port(s): | USB-C | USB-C |
| Powerbank function? | Yes; 1× USB-C | Yes; 1× USB-A 10W |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Sound mode button(s)? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Sound effect buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other (special) buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| App? | JBL Portable app | JBL One app |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | Indirect control |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 9.85×22.88×9.4 | 9.7×22.3×9.4 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 3.9×9.0×3.7 | 3.8×8.8×3.7 |
| Weight (kg): | 0.96 | 1.0 |
| Weight (lbs): | 2.11 | 2.2 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IP68 | IP67 |
| Transportation method? | 1 handle | In hand |
| Color options: | 6 colors | 1 color: Black |
| Other features? | Removable handle strap | - |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | Not included | USB-A to USB-C |
| Accessories? | Handle strap | - |
| More info | ||
| Model number | JBLCHARGE6 | JBLCHARGE5WIFI |
| User guide / manual | Quick start guide | Quick start guide |
| Official site link: | JBL.com | JBL.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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