Below is a comparative table showing the ratings of key attributes for the JBL Flip 6 from the six reviews, followed by a detailed summary and the source links for each review.
Comparative Ratings Table
| Attribute | PCMag (Tim Gideon) | Digital Trends (Ted Kritsonis) | What Hi-Fi? | SoundGuys | Erin Behan | CNET (David Carnoy) |
| Audio Performance | 4.5 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Bass Quality | 4.5 | – | 4.5 | – | – | – |
| Build Quality | 5.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| App Functionality | 4.0 | – | – | – | – | – |
| Design and Portability | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Battery Life | 4.0 | – | – | – | – | 4.0 |
| Value for Money | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.5 | – | – | 3.5 |
| Ease of Use | 4.0 | – | – | – | – | – |
| Clarity and Sonic Precision | – | – | 5.0 | – | – | – |
| Compatibility | – | 4.0 | – | 3.5 | 3.5 | – |
| Functionality | – | – | – | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Instrument Separation | – | – | – | 3.0 | – | 3.5 |
Detailed Summary:
PCMag (Tim Gideon): Praised for powerful audio, robust bass, and waterproof build. EQ via the app and design are plus points. Lacks a speakerphone and auxiliary input.
Digital Trends (Ted Kritsonis): Solid build, loud and clear sound, and excellent water and dust protection. Incompatibility with non-Flip 6 JBL speakers and no speakerphone are cons.
What Hi-Fi?: Recognized for clarity, precision, and punchy bass. The equalizer feature is useful, but more critical of recording quality.
SoundGuys: Highlights include easy Bluetooth pairing, loud output, and rugged build. Not best for distinguishing instruments and has stereo mode limitations.
Erin Behan: Strong bass, improved sound at high volumes, portable, and durable. PartyBoost feature’s limited compatibility and lack of a microphone noted.
CNET (David Carnoy): Very good sound quality for its size, water- and dust-proof, decent battery life. Slightly pricey, no speakerphone capabilities, and struggles with complex tracks.
Source Links:
- PCMag (Tim Gideon): JBL Flip 6 Review
- Digital Trends (Ted Kritsonis): JBL Flip 6 Review
- What Hi-Fi?: JBL Flip 6 Review
- SoundGuys: JBL Flip 6 Review
- Erin Behan: JBL Flip 6 Review
- CNET (David Carnoy): JBL Flip 6 Review
This table offers a comparative view of how each review rates the JBL Flip 6 across various attributes, providing a comprehensive understanding of the speaker’s strengths and weaknesses as perceived by different reviewers.