Our quick take

JBL Charge 4 - 4.5 / 5

Design

  • Dimensions:  220 x 95 x 93mm / Weight: 960g Ports: USB-C charging, 3.5mm in, USB-A out Durable fabric and rubberised design Physical control buttons up top IPX7 waterproofing

Sound

  • Frequency response: 60Hz – 20,000Hz Dual passive radiators to boost bass 7,500mAh battery - 20hrs playback Bluetooth 4.2 wireless JBL Connect+ app

To recap

No, it’s not the prettiest portable Bluetooth speaker. But it is very portable, rugged, waterproof, has epic battery life, and sound that’ll blow your socks off - especially considering its small scale. All that makes it easy to recommend.