Customer reviews from jbl.com
JBL - Go 5 - Ultra-portable waterproof and drop-proof speaker - 2026 - Black
Average customer rating
4.7
(19 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 19 reviews
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Customer Reviews for JBL - Go 5 - Ultra-portable waterproof and drop-proof speaker - 2026 - Black
Customer Rating
5
Small size, Big Sound!
on April 25, 2026
Posted by: AdamR
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It’s honestly incredible how much audio you get out of these tiny little Bluetooth speakers anymore. I’ve been using this in my office while I work, in the golf cart while we’re golfing and even outside while grilling. The battery life is great it just keeps going and I don’t even have it in the “eco” setting. Build quality is great which is just what I’ve come to expect from JBL. They take pride in their quality and even the packaging is nice and Apple like. It feels solid, has a strap so you can clip it onto your golf bag or a backpack. It just has a great balanced full sound that gets loud and although not a crazy amount of bass it just sounds good. JBL has done a nice job with the app for it too. Clean interface and full EQ customization as well as lighting effects can be adjusted too. Setup is easy, just pair up and go. You don’t need the app but it’s there if you want extra settings. I would love to grab another and pair them together. If I had to get picky on one thing I just wish the lighting was RGB. I’m happy it has the lighting but I’ve always liked my Sony Speakers for their RGB lighting. All things considered though, if you’re in the market for a small little speaker with big sound and a small footprint to toss in your golf bag or bring camping and not break the bank, this is a solid performer. JBL never seems to disappoint.
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Customer Rating
4
Have 2, live them both!
on April 26, 2026
Posted by: Lisa1270
from 15757 200TH ST
I have purchased 2 JBL machines lately. I would say my purple Go is going to be a strong favorite for going on Ranger rides on trails, but my 1st one, the Charge 5 (I think, although my daughter has the charge 6) is by far a better speaker! It’s red and much better sound. The Go almost sounds a bit muted, even when I play it pretty loud. So sound wise the charge 5 is best, but convenience and size wise, the Go is coat pocket perfect!!
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Customer Rating
5
Very portable and loud for its size.
on April 26, 2026
Posted by: MarkS
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Really enjoyed putting this little powerhouse through everything I can throw at it. Fired up the JBL Portable app to get it all set up. Was easy to get it all synced up and ready to play. Loving the new light effects also on this one. Speaker felt strong and durable to the touch. Also good to know it’s IP68 proof also! For those beach or pool party’s. Sound was nice and clear with some of my go to playlists I tried. Also didn’t distort at max volume also. But if the presets are not to your liking. You can create a custom preset in the app also. Love that it fits in my pocket or my running backpack also. Very portable and the battery just kept on going. Didn’t even charge it after a week of using it. Really couldn’t find any flaws. It’s well put together and gets nice and loud. I wish I had another one to try the stereo pairing. Can’t wait till people have these in their hands. Y’all are gonna love it!
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