What do reviews say about battery?

Rated 12 hours; TechRadar measured about 11.5 hours and Tom's Guide just under 11.

What do reviews say about waterproof?

IP67 rated, so it is dustproof and can be submerged briefly.

What do reviews say about eq?

The JBL Portable app adds a 5-band custom EQ, but only three presets.

Phones & Audio · Speakers · 1,035 reviews · 4 sources

JBL Clip 5

Best for: clipping to a backpackBudget

A loud, detailed clip-on speaker that is easy to take anywhere. EQ presets are basic and rivals last longer per charge.

Tracking since Sep 2026

Buy if

You hike, bike or camp
You want loud sound in a small size

Skip if

You want a speaker that stands up
You need 20+ hours of battery

How it scores

Sound8.4

Value7.0

Battery6.8

Price

$79.95

You pay for: Step up from the Go 4

Reviewed Sep 2026 · 0 new reviews since · score unchanged

What people love

Most mentioned by reviewers

Sound qualityLoud and clear, no distortion

PortabilityBig carabiner clips anywhere

What people complain about

Most mentioned by reviewers

Limited EQ presetsOnly three stock presets

No microphoneCannot take calls

Cannot stand uprightCurved base, hang or lay flat

Reviewers disagree on

Bass is solid for the sizePlaytime Boost thins the bass

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Sources

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