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JBL - Go 5 - Ultra-portable waterproof and drop-proof speaker - 2026 - Turquoise
Average customer rating
4.7
(14 Reviews)
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Customer Reviews for JBL - Go 5 - Ultra-portable waterproof and drop-proof speaker - 2026 - Turquoise
Customer Rating
5
Louder, Better, Still Super Portable
on April 10, 2026
Posted by: DavidS
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The JBL Go 5 is a small speaker that really impressed me. I have used the previous version, the Go 4, and the Go 5 is slightly bigger and a bit heavier, but honestly it's not enough to notice or care when carrying it around. What you do notice is the sound, it's noticeably louder, I would say around 30% louder than the last version, which is a big upgrade for something this small.
Sound quality is great for the size. Highs and mids are clear and crisp, and while the bass is limited by how small the speaker is, it's still there. If you place it near a corner or a wall, the bass actually improves quite a bit, which is nice.
Design wise, it looks really good. The new front LED lights give it a cool look, especially in darker settings, although I do wish they changed colors instead of just being white. Controls are simple, you've got power, bluetooth, and the usual JBL Auracast multi-speaker pairing button, plus USB-C port for charging.
The battery life is pretty good, I've been getting about 6 to 8 hours depending on volume. There's a Playtime boost option in the app that really extends the battery life past 8 hours. I did notice it cuts down on the bass when it's on, but it's a cool feature to have if you just need more juice.
Talking about the JBL app, it's a nice addition, you can adjust EQ, update the speakers firmware, tweak the light settings to different modes, and connect to other speakers for stereo sound or PartyTogether mode.
Talking about the JBL app, it's a nice addition, you can adjust EQ, update the speakers firmware, tweak the light settings to different modes, and connect to other speakers for stereo sound or PartyTogether mode.
Another big plus is that it's IP68 rated, so it's fully dust proof and waterproof. You don't really have to worry about using it outdoors, around the water, or in rough conditions, it can handle it.
Overall, I think the Go 5 is definitely worth getting or upgrading, if you have any of the previous versions, mainly because of the louder sound without compromising clarity.
JBL did a great job again, it's a well-built, great sounding, super portable speaker that also looks really cool.
JBL did a great job again, it's a well-built, great sounding, super portable speaker that also looks really cool.
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Customer Rating
5
Awesome portable speaker
on April 14, 2026
Posted by: VickyD
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Awesome little speaker! We have an older version of the JBL Go which is still going strong, but this latest version has a couple of really great upgrades. It’s waterproof and dust proof. We hang it in the shower, we’ve taken it to the beach, the attached loop makes it super portable. It’s extremely rugged, there’s a rubberized feel to the exterior which feels very solid. Super easy to pair via Bluetooth, it’ll remember the last connection and connect quickly. And of course the sound is what you’d expect from JBL, really packs a punch for a tiny speaker, it can fill a whole room with sound. The app is easy to use. You have to use the app to control the equalizer and to turn off the lights. You can also connect multiple speakers to create surround sound.
My only only gripe about the product is that it is yet another JBL app. At this point I have an app for my earbuds, an app for my soundbar and now another app for this portable speaker. The apps all work great and all look and work the same. So I just wish it could all just be one app.
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Customer Rating
4
Awesome new features for the price!!!
on April 14, 2026
Posted by: DjShakyS
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great new design with more bass and clarity,new feature to link two at once is awesome it has cool lights too, if only they included a charging cable. We'll worth the price JBL does it again!!!!
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Customer Rating
5
Very Nice Speaker
on April 16, 2026
Posted by: ValenDRV
from West Monroe Louisiana
This speaker is very good! Sound is very good and speaker is durable and portable. Just like all of my other JBL speakers, it starts right up and already starts trying to connect to my phone. The battery is very nice and the lights make the speaker look way cooler than it already is! I definitely recommend buying this
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Customer Rating
5
Great sound, No Setup effort and fun light effect
on April 16, 2026
Posted by: LALITJ
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Once I got JBL Go 5 bluetooth speaker and was impressed by how easy it was to use right out of the box - no setup required. It connected instantly via bluetooth, and the sound quality was surprisingly powerful for such a compact device.
The design is elegant, making it easy to carry anywhere. One of my favorite feature is synchronized light effects that move with the music, adding a fun and impressive touch.
Overall, I really liked it and definitely would make a great gift for people of all ages.
The design is elegant, making it easy to carry anywhere. One of my favorite feature is synchronized light effects that move with the music, adding a fun and impressive touch.
Overall, I really liked it and definitely would make a great gift for people of all ages.
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Customer Rating
5
JBL Signature sound in a condensed tiny unit Large
on April 19, 2026
Posted by: JoseC
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love this little speaker with kighty sound. Messed with the equalizer quite a bit and was amused and impressed at how punchy and clear it can get. Love hearing my music on the go and this is light enough to carry around and bring sound where I want to like on my bike rides. I think people would like this as it pairs with their older JBL models with auracast with this new AirTouch technology and the design is sleek.
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