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JBL - FLIP6 Portable Waterproof Speaker - Camo
Average customer rating
4.4
(385 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 385 reviews
5 Stars
290
4 Stars
28
3 Stars
20
2 Stars
17
1 Star
30
100%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for JBL - FLIP6 Portable Waterproof Speaker - Camo
Customer Rating
5
Crystal clear little speaker!
on November 24, 2021
Posted by: Cindy
from Dallas, Tx
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am NOT a tech/gadget guru. I have tried several small wired and BT speakers, and this is HANDS DOWN the best. I listen to a lot of classical music, and the Flip6 has beautiful tone, balance and clarity at any level. I have about a 2000 sf home and can place this anywhere in the house and it never loses connection, and I can hear it perfectly. It paired easily, and there is no distortion even on the highest volume setting. It IS a little heavier than expected, but I won't be carrying it around, so that's not a deal breaker. High marks!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Fantastic Speaker; The Best Flip Yet
on December 4, 2021
Posted by: rhdad42
from Swedesboro, NJ
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been a big fan of the Flip series since the first model, which was eventually upgraded to a Flip 4. Now I have the Flip 6 and I’m simply amazed at the performance. The Flip 6 is a tiny bit larger than it’s older brother, and there have been some really nice cosmetic changes. Mine is black, and the JBL logo that’s replaced the smaller badge is the same color as the speaker, with an orange highlight behind. It looks great. The controls are essentially the same, but the 6 is missing the auxiliary in port and charges with USB-C.
So the 4 and the 6 may look like family (from what I’ve seen the 6 has more in common with the Flip 5) but that’s where it ends. Bluetooth has been upgraded to version 5.1, increasing range and reception. Every JBL product I own, from headphones to my Flips, connect to my phone automatically, and this one is no exception. JBL added a tweeter under the covers, bringing forth a whole new sound experience. I really enjoyed the sound of my first Flip, liked my Flip 4 even more, but the addition of the tweeter cleans up the mids and brings a tightness to the music that just wasn’t present with the single driver. The dual passive radiators really extend the soundstage, making all kinds of music sound wonderful. JBL also added a three-band EQ that can be accessed via the JBL Portable app. It allows you to tailor your sound a little bit, such as boosting bass at low levels or dropping the highs at louder volume. I found this very useful.
Battery life is exceptional, falling just under the specified 12-hours for me. I really like the white LED on the unit to tell what the battery charge status is. There’s also the PartyBoost button that can link the Flip 6 to other compatible PartyBoost speakers so you can set up a stereo pair. I don’t have another so I didn’t get to test this. Water and dust ratings have been upgraded, though I’m not going to dunk mine for a review. The Flip 6 is now rated IPX67, meaning it can resist being underwater for up to 30 minutes. This will definitely be a good beach speaker. Also, for those using it in the woodshop it’s completely dustproof.
When it comes to music, I was thrilled. This little speaker packs a big punch. Sound is tight, full, and focused, mainly due to the addition of the tweeter. It’ll play as loud as you need it to, and it’ll play for a long time. I played several of my “speaker test” tracks and was never disappointed. Michael Jackson’s Beat It was incredible, and Dire Straits’ Money for Nothing was super tight with fantastic clarity. The EQ helped, but I would have been happy with the performance “out of the box.”
The bottom line for me is simple: I think this is one of the best portable speakers JBL has put out to date. Highly Recommended.
So the 4 and the 6 may look like family (from what I’ve seen the 6 has more in common with the Flip 5) but that’s where it ends. Bluetooth has been upgraded to version 5.1, increasing range and reception. Every JBL product I own, from headphones to my Flips, connect to my phone automatically, and this one is no exception. JBL added a tweeter under the covers, bringing forth a whole new sound experience. I really enjoyed the sound of my first Flip, liked my Flip 4 even more, but the addition of the tweeter cleans up the mids and brings a tightness to the music that just wasn’t present with the single driver. The dual passive radiators really extend the soundstage, making all kinds of music sound wonderful. JBL also added a three-band EQ that can be accessed via the JBL Portable app. It allows you to tailor your sound a little bit, such as boosting bass at low levels or dropping the highs at louder volume. I found this very useful.
Battery life is exceptional, falling just under the specified 12-hours for me. I really like the white LED on the unit to tell what the battery charge status is. There’s also the PartyBoost button that can link the Flip 6 to other compatible PartyBoost speakers so you can set up a stereo pair. I don’t have another so I didn’t get to test this. Water and dust ratings have been upgraded, though I’m not going to dunk mine for a review. The Flip 6 is now rated IPX67, meaning it can resist being underwater for up to 30 minutes. This will definitely be a good beach speaker. Also, for those using it in the woodshop it’s completely dustproof.
When it comes to music, I was thrilled. This little speaker packs a big punch. Sound is tight, full, and focused, mainly due to the addition of the tweeter. It’ll play as loud as you need it to, and it’ll play for a long time. I played several of my “speaker test” tracks and was never disappointed. Michael Jackson’s Beat It was incredible, and Dire Straits’ Money for Nothing was super tight with fantastic clarity. The EQ helped, but I would have been happy with the performance “out of the box.”
The bottom line for me is simple: I think this is one of the best portable speakers JBL has put out to date. Highly Recommended.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
More Focused Sounds. Solid improvement
on November 24, 2021
Posted by: Christina
from Chicago, Illinois
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] At first, this model didn't seem too different from its predecessors. Cosmetically, there's a new plastic line to allow for it to be laid horizontally and "facing" the direction you choose. In the past, I wasn't quite sure the best way to face it horizontally to get the most directed sound. It's even more durable and sturdy than the previous versions, as well. It also has the same size dimensions but I would maybe like to see it get lighter as it does feel a little heavy at 1.2 lbs.
The sound quality is excellent, of course. I noticed it has a bigger distinction between audio segments (mid range, bass, highs, etc) eliminating overpowering background noise in mid range. The bass is great for the size, but as someone who loves bass I think the factory settings leave a little to be desired. That being said, in the JBL Portable app you can absolutely adjust the equalizer to your preference. I realize now they don't have preset "sound modes" in the app like they used to - but that's okay. Overall just another steady improvement on the classic.
I also appreciate their eco-friendly packaging (soy ink, recycled materials). It used to be niche in certain products but now JBL seems to be implementing it across the board :)
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
JBL flip 6 excellent sound and quality 2 thumbs up
on November 28, 2021
Posted by: Richard
from Canton ,Ohio
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Don’t be blinded by the size, the sound is large. Great size for fitting in bike bottle holder. Easy Bluetooth connection. Love the new logo. Sits vertical or horizontal without vibration. Was dropped in sink and pulled out minutes later still playing, did not miss a beat. And most importantly battery life , went over 12 hours on first charge. Which helps me on long bike ride days.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
1
Dud
on January 20, 2022
Posted by: lowlife306
from Guernsey, WY
Quit working in less than a week. Had bought 2. Other ones great. This one not. Turning into warranty
By Customer Support, January 21, 2022
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Customer Rating
1
when can I get it
on February 2, 2022
Posted by: Xiangqi
You guys sent a headphone ,but I buy a speaker. I have return it and want to get my right stuff. Can somebody update process situation to me?
By Customer Support, February 3, 2022
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We'd like to get more information to determine the status of your replacement order. Please reach out to our Customer Support here: https://bit.ly/3rnMERX
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Customer Rating
5
Party Boost anywhere!
on November 25, 2021
Posted by: Eddie
from Orange County, CA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this speaker. I linked it with another JBL using the Party Boost function and it really brought the music to another level. The sound is clean! It was a hit with my friends during our Friendsgiving dinner. I can't wait to take this speaker to the beach, golf course and pool side. It feels rugged enough to handle the outdoors and sleek for indoors.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
Flip 6
on November 23, 2021
Posted by: Anonymous
from Bronx, New York
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great new product. Great sound quality and addition to the JBL Bluetooth family. It was very easy to pair it with my older Flip to give me a surround sound. The Flip 6 has a new design and it looks as good as it sounds.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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