| Name | Marshall Stockwell II | JBL Charge 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Medium | Medium |
| MSRP | $219.99 | $179.95 |
| Released | 2019 | 2021 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.0 (stereo) | 1.0 (mono) |
| Woofers | 1× 3″ | 1× 52×90 mm |
| Tweeters | 2× 2″ | 1× 0,75″ |
| Subwoofers | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | 20 W | 40 W |
| Frequency range | 60.0 Hz - 20 kHz | 60.0 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ❌ | ✔ via app |
| Party mode? (mono) | ❌ | ✔ PartyBoost |
| Other (special) audio features? | None | None |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 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 | 20 hours | 20 hours |
| Charge time | 5 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 19.24 Wh | 27 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? | Physical EQ dials; bass, treble | ❌ |
| App? | ❌ | JBL Portable app |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 18.0×16.1×7.0 | 9.65×22.3×9.4 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 7.09×6.34×2.76 | 3.76×8.7×3.67 |
| Weight (kg): | 1.38 | 0.96 |
| Weight (lbs): | 3.04 | 2.11 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IPX4 | IP67 |
| Transportation method? | 1 handle | In hand |
| Color options: | 5 colors: Black&brass, black, gray, burgundy, indigo | 6 colors |
| Other features? | - | - |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | USB-A to USB-C | USB-A to USB-C |
| Accessories? | Detachable handle/strap | - |
| More info | ||
| Model number | 1005544, 1001898 | JBLCHARGE5 |
| User guide / manual | Full manual | Quick start guide |
| Official site link: | Marshall.com | JBL.com |
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