Customer reviews from jbl.com
Grip Bluetooth Speaker with Bold JBL Pro Sound Ambient Light, Multi-Speaker Connection with Auracast Orange
Average customer rating
4.2
(79 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 79 reviews
5 Stars
51
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
2
1 Star
8
100%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Grip Bluetooth Speaker with Bold JBL Pro Sound Ambient Light, Multi-Speaker Connection with Auracast Orange
Customer Rating
5
Amazing Speaker!
on September 22, 2025
Posted by: BillyBob234
Amazing speaker! Who would have guessed you could get so much sound out of a small speaker.
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
Small package but big performance
on September 13, 2025
Posted by: Bmanbill55
from Gainesville FL
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The JBL Grip is everything you need in a to go speaker and more. Although it is small, it packs a punch. I always use it when I'm working in the garage since it's dustproof and dropproof, and after take it to the shower since it's waterproof as well. It's quick to connect to my phone so it's no hassle at all. The multicolored light on the back is a cool addition to add to the vibes as well. With 14 hours of playback I hardly ever have to worry about bringing a charger to keep the jams going. For the money you really can't go wrong!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Great to have on the go
on September 8, 2025
Posted by: kitkatt611
from Chicago, IL
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This little guy exceeded my expectations when I took it with me on a lake camping trip recently. I'm pretty particular about audio quality, but was impressed by how full and rich the sound was for such a small device. The bass is surprisingly deep without overpowering the mids or highs, vocals stayed clear, and the speaker had no trouble projecting across our area. I pushed the volume more than once, and it held up without distorting, which speaks to its quality.
Durability-wise, it handled the outdoors really well. The quality of sound stayed clear/unaffected despite it getting splashed on and knocked around in my backpack. Battery life lasted us the whole trip with hours of playback each day, and it even had some juice left when we packed up. For such a compact speaker, it delivers. If you're someone who cares about audio fidelity but also wants something truly easy to pack and resilient, this one is a solid pick.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
Top Shelf Product that fits in your pocket
on September 7, 2025
Posted by: LRollin
from Savannah, TN
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was surprised by the sound coming out of this portable speaker. I mean it really sounded like a bigger speaker so much, I questioned the purpose of the bigger bluetooth speakers. Its omni directional sound was so good, you don’t have to point it in any specific direction. The app functionality if great and useful. To top it off is the very cool light bar on the back that looks like liquid and can change any color on beat. I can literally take it anywhere, you name it. JBL is professional grade in this arena. I mean if you look at the price compared to value and quality, it’s a no brainer. Always look for JBL…
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
3
JBL signature sound yet NO speakerphone
on September 3, 2025
Posted by: MJLJBL
Small size should afford a speakerphone yet no. Unfortunately JBL missed this. 🥺
Response from jbl.comBy Customer Support, September 4, 2025
Thanks for sharing your feedback on our JBL Grip. We value your input, and we'll make sure to forward your feedback to the appropriate team.
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Customer Rating
5
Solid pick for an ultra portable speaker
on September 3, 2025
Posted by: rlmoyer
from Chicago, Illinois
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The JBL Grip is a compact Bluetooth speaker that feels built for portability without sacrificing too much on performance. Roughly the size of a tallboy can, it’s easy to toss in a bag or clip onto something with the built-in loop on the back. The design feels rugged and premium, with a durable rubber and fabric covering that gives confidence it could handle a few knocks along the way. It’s not overly heavy, but it has a satisfying weight that makes it feel solid.
For its size, the battery life is impressive. I had no trouble getting through long listening sessions over multiple days without worrying about charging, which is more than I expected for a speaker this small.
Sound quality is another pleasant surprise. While it’s a mono speaker (so you don’t get stereo imaging or a wide soundstage), it still projects clearly with balanced highs and mids, and the bass is respectable given its footprint. For casual listening, it more than gets the job done.
Connectivity is straightforward, and it includes JBL’s new Auracast system for linking multiple speakers together. I wasn’t able to test this thoroughly since it’s not backward compatible with older JBL PartyBoost models, but in theory it offers more flexibility than their past linking systems.
One feature I could do without is the light strip on the back. It cycles through a few basic modes (white on, red on, pulsing, wave), but it doesn’t sync to music or add anything meaningful to the experience. Worse, it drains battery life if left on, so it feels more like a gimmick than a useful addition.
The only real disappointment in the box was the lack of a charger. It charges via USB-C, which is convenient since I already had compatible chargers, but it still would’ve been nice to include one.
Overall, the JBL Grip strikes me as a great portable speaker. It’s rugged, easy to carry, simple to connect, and delivers sound that punches above its size. If you’re looking for something ultra-portable for everyday use, this is a solid pick (just don’t expect the light feature to wow you)
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
BIG quality sound and lights from small speaker
on September 3, 2025
Posted by: Beaglemommy
from Lexington, Kentucky
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Another great JBL speaker with all the great sound quality I’ve come to expect from JBL. Its size is small, but the sound quality is just as good as my Party Box and the lights are a nice addition, especially for evening use outside. While I didn’t test submerged in water, a dog bowl of water spilled on it and no impact on the speaker or the dog.
Wireless Bluetooth easy to connect and easy to use for those of us who are not techies. The charge lasted for hours longer than we did. Big quality sound from a small speaker,
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
Great little speaker.
on August 30, 2025
Posted by: trfields76
from Morristown, TN
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use the JBL GRIP while I’m grilling or when my family and myself are around the fire pit! The IP68 is great for when a stray rain shower tries to ruin your fun. With great sound, bass and a 12 hour battery life the JBL GRIP is a perfect companion to your family festivities. The AURACAST makes it really easy to link it with my other JBL speakers.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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