| Name | Sonos Move | JBL Charge 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Large | Medium |
| MSRP | $399 | $199.95 |
| Released | 2019 | 2025 |
| Availability | Discontinued | Available |
| Check price: | Sonos, Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 1.0 (mono) | 1.0 (mono) |
| Woofers (or full range): | 1× | 1× 53×93 mm |
| Tweeters: | 1× | 1× 20 mm |
| Subwoofers: | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | Not specified | 45 W |
| Frequency range | Not specified | 56.0 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | Via app; Wi-Fi only | ✔ via app |
| Party mode? (mono) | ❌ | ✔ Auracast |
| Other (special) audio features? | Multiroom, automatic Trueplay (adaptive EQ) | AI Sound Boost, PlayTime boost (+4h) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 4.2 | 5.4 |
| Wi-Fi? | Wi-Fi 4 | ❌ |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ✔ (voice control) | ❌ |
| 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 | 11 hours | 24 hours |
| Charge time | 1 hr to 50% (charging cradle) | 3 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 36 Wh | 34 Wh |
| Swappable battery? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charging port(s): | USB-C | USB-C |
| Powerbank function? | ❌ | Yes; 1× USB-C |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Sound mode button(s)? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Sound effect buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other (special) buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| App? | Sonos S1 & S2 app | JBL Portable app |
| Voice assistant? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 24.0×16×12.6 | 9.85×22.88×9.4 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 9.44×6.29×4.96 | 3.9×9.0×3.7 |
| Weight (kg): | 3.0 | 0.96 |
| Weight (lbs): | 6.61 | 2.11 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IP56 | IP68 |
| Transportation method? | 1 grip | 1 handle |
| Color options: | 2 colors: Black, white | 6 colors |
| Other features? | - | Removable handle strap |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | Charging base | Not included |
| Accessories? | - | Handle strap |
| More info | ||
| Model number | MOVE1##1 | JBLCHARGE6 |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | Quick start guide |
| Official site link: | Page discontinued | JBL.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Sonos, Amazon | Amazon |
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