| Name | Tribit XSound Go | JBL Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Medium | Medium |
| MSRP | $36.99 | $129.95 |
| Released | 2024 (Refreshed model. Original release in 2017, with Bluetooth 5.0) | 2019 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Tribit.com, Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.0 (stereo) | 1.0 (mono) |
| Woofers (or full range): | 2× full range | 1× 44×80 mm |
| Tweeters: | - | - |
| Subwoofers: | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | 16 W | 20 W |
| Frequency range | 85.0 Hz - 20 kHz | 65.0 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ✔ TWS | ✔ via app |
| Party mode? (mono) | ❌ | ✔ PartyBoost |
| Other (special) audio features? | None | None |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | ❌ |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ✔ (calls, 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 | 24 hours | 12 hours |
| Charge time | 5 hrs | 2.5 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 16.28 Wh | 17.28 Wh |
| Swappable battery? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charging port(s): | USB-C | USB-C |
| Powerbank function? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Sound mode button(s)? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Sound effect buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other (special) buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| App? | ❌ | JBL Portable app |
| Voice assistant? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 5.9×17.5×5.6 | 18.1×6.9×7.4 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 2.32×6.89×2.20 | 7.12×2.71×2.91 |
| Weight (kg): | 0.380 | 0.54 |
| Weight (lbs): | 0.838 | 1.2 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Transportation method? | In hand or use lanyard | In hand |
| Color options: | 2 colors: Black, blue | 10+ colors |
| Other features? | Lanyard | Loop/strap |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | USB-A to USB-C | USB-A to USB-C |
| Accessories? | Lanyard | - |
| More info | ||
| Model number | TS-BTS20 | JBLFLIP5 |
| User guide / manual | User manual | Quick start guide |
| Official site link: | Tribit.com | JBL.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Tribit.com, Amazon | Amazon |
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