JBL Charge 4 review: specs and price
If you’re looking for a Bluetooth speaker with powerful sound and a portable design, then the JBL Charge 4 could be the device for you. This speaker has dual passive radiators, so your music will always be loud and clear. Although the JBL Charge 4 produces great sound on its own (thanks to its dual passive radiators and 30W speakers), it also features JBL Connect+. This allows you to link it up to other compatible speakers, so you can pump up your music experience to epic levels.
The JBL Charge 4 was made for poolside parties. A tough fabric material and rugged rubber housing help keep it protected from accidental drops, plus it has an IPX7 waterproof rating and can survive being submerged in water for up to 30 minutes. And since it has a 7500mAh rechargeable battery that can last up to 20 hours, the music doesn’t have to stop until the party stops.
JBL Charge 4
Why is JBL Charge 4 better than the average?
- Volume?
1943.7cm³vs4176.28cm³ - Lowest frequency?
60Hzvs76.46Hz - Bluetooth version?
4.2vs3.89 - Battery life?
20hvs12.2h - Battery power?
7500mAhvs2664.72mAh - Price (global median value)?
174.91 €vs187.50 € - Weight?
960gvs1.44kg - Height?
95mmvs148.31mm
Price comparison
Buy used:
$67
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| JBL Enceinte Bluetooth Charge 4 Bleu | $196 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluet...JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Green | $97 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluet...JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Blue | $115 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluet...JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Gray | $115 | ||
| AODUKE AJWXC007X 4 in 1 18W Wireless Cha...AODUKE AJWXC007X 4 in 1 18W Wireless Charger Dock Charging Station Headphone Stand Aluminum Alloy 18W Charging Stand for | €53 | ||
| Metal Wall Ring Bracket Aluminum Alloy S...Metal Wall Ring Bracket Aluminum Alloy Speaker Stand Holder Mount for JBL Charge5 Charge 5 Speaker | €26 | ||
| Bakeey MINI2+ Wireless bluetooth 4.2 Spe...Bakeey MINI2+ Wireless bluetooth 4.2 Speaker Outdoor Waterproof Portable Stereo Support TF Card USB Charging | €11 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker ...JBL Charge 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Sand | $120 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 Portable Waterproof Bluetoo...JBL Charge 4 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker Red | $150 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 Portable Waterproof Bluetoo...JBL Charge 4 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker Gray | $115 | ||
| JBL Charge5 Wireless Bluetooth 5.1 Speak...JBL Charge5 Wireless Bluetooth 5.1 Speaker Portable BT Speaker Charge 5 IP67 Waterproof Deep Bass Sound Speaker with Power Bank | $40 | ||
| Suitable for JBL Flip5 generation music ...Suitable for JBL Flip5 generation music kaleidoscope ES Bluetooth speaker wireless mini audio outdoor portable bass | $45 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker ...JBL Charge 4 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker 4th Generation Portable Outdoor Audio Subwoofe | $42 | ||
| JBL Boombox 2 Bluetooth Speaker Dj Speak...JBL Boombox 2 Bluetooth Speaker Dj Speakers Home Theater Wireless Bluetooth Speakers Portable Subwoofer Speaker Charge 4 5 | $70 | ||
| Original JBL Charge 4 IPX7 Waterproof Ou...Original JBL Charge 4 IPX7 Waterproof Outdoor Music Hifi Sound Deep Bass JBL Speaker Charge4 Wireless Bluetooth Portable Speaker | $54 | ||
User reviews
Overall Rating
Features
Build quality
9.6/10
5 votes
Sound quality
9.2/10
5 votes
Design
9.0/10
5 votes
Value for money
8.6/10
5 votes
Portability
9.0/10
5 votes
Design
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
2.volume
1943.7cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. More drivers may result in better sound quality.
4.control panel placed on a device
✔JBL Charge 4
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
5.driver unit size
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The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
6.has a neodymium magnet
✖JBL Charge 4
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
7.travel bag is included
✖JBL Charge 4
The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
8.has a touch screen
✖JBL Charge 4
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
9.weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔JBL Charge 4
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
Sound quality
1.has stereo speakers
✖JBL Charge 4
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
2.has a subwoofer
✖JBL Charge 4
Devices with a subwoofer have a higher quality, deeper bass.
3.highest frequency
20000Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
5.audio output power
1 x 30W
Audio output power is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts. High audio output power results in loud, clear sounds.
6.Has a passive radiator
✔JBL Charge 4
A passive radiator is a type of driver (speaker) that doesn't have a voice coil and a magnet. The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep bass tones.
7.number of microphones
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More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
8.has a noise-canceling microphone
✖JBL Charge 4
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Signal-to-noise ratio is a measure that compares the level of a desired signal (meaningful information) to the level of background noise (unwanted signal), the bigger the less perceived noise.
Power
1.battery power
7500mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
3.charge time
5.5h
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
4.has a battery level indicator
✔JBL Charge 4
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
5.has a rechargeable battery
✔JBL Charge 4
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
6.has a removable battery
✖JBL Charge 4
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
7.can be used with standard batteries
✖JBL Charge 4
You can use the device with standard batteries instead of a power supply.
8.has wireless charging
✖JBL Charge 4
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
9.operating power consumption
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How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
Connectivity
Multipoint allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
3.supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
✖JBL Charge 4
Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.
4.has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✔JBL Charge 4
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
5.has an AUX input
✔JBL Charge 4
An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack, i.e for MP3 or portable DVD/CD player.
6.Has Bluetooth aptX
✖JBL Charge 4
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
7.has AirPlay
✖JBL Charge 4
AirPlay allows wireless connection of Apple devices with external screens or speakers. You may stream computer screen, video and music from iOS devices, play games like on consoles or present your slideshows easily on your TV.
The device can connect at a greater distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.
9.supports Wi-Fi
✖JBL Charge 4
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Features
1.Can be used wirelessly
✔JBL Charge 4
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
2.supports a remote smartphone
✔JBL Charge 4
This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.
3.has voice commands
✖JBL Charge 4
You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
4.Has a radio
✖JBL Charge 4
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
5.Has voice prompts
✖JBL Charge 4
With voice prompts, you will automatically receive information via audio messages – for instance, you may find out that the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
6.has a mute function
✖JBL Charge 4
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
7.works as a power bank
✔JBL Charge 4
The power bank feature allows you to use the battery to charge other devices, such as your smartphone.
8.has a sleep timer
✔JBL Charge 4
A sleep timer is a function that shuts off the power after a preset amount of time.
9.internal storage
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The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
Miscellaneous
The global median price is determined by calculating the median value of all the prices available for a product, taking into account all markets.
Price comparison
Buy used:
$67
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| JBL Enceinte Bluetooth Charge 4 Bleu | $196 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluet...JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Green | $97 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluet...JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Blue | $115 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluet...JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Gray | $115 | ||
| AODUKE AJWXC007X 4 in 1 18W Wireless Cha...AODUKE AJWXC007X 4 in 1 18W Wireless Charger Dock Charging Station Headphone Stand Aluminum Alloy 18W Charging Stand for | €53 | ||
| Metal Wall Ring Bracket Aluminum Alloy S...Metal Wall Ring Bracket Aluminum Alloy Speaker Stand Holder Mount for JBL Charge5 Charge 5 Speaker | €26 | ||
| Bakeey MINI2+ Wireless bluetooth 4.2 Spe...Bakeey MINI2+ Wireless bluetooth 4.2 Speaker Outdoor Waterproof Portable Stereo Support TF Card USB Charging | €11 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker ...JBL Charge 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Sand | $120 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 Portable Waterproof Bluetoo...JBL Charge 4 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker Red | $150 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 Portable Waterproof Bluetoo...JBL Charge 4 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker Gray | $115 | ||
| JBL Charge5 Wireless Bluetooth 5.1 Speak...JBL Charge5 Wireless Bluetooth 5.1 Speaker Portable BT Speaker Charge 5 IP67 Waterproof Deep Bass Sound Speaker with Power Bank | $40 | ||
| Suitable for JBL Flip5 generation music ...Suitable for JBL Flip5 generation music kaleidoscope ES Bluetooth speaker wireless mini audio outdoor portable bass | $45 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker ...JBL Charge 4 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker 4th Generation Portable Outdoor Audio Subwoofe | $42 | ||
| JBL Boombox 2 Bluetooth Speaker Dj Speak...JBL Boombox 2 Bluetooth Speaker Dj Speakers Home Theater Wireless Bluetooth Speakers Portable Subwoofer Speaker Charge 4 5 | $70 | ||
| Original JBL Charge 4 IPX7 Waterproof Ou...Original JBL Charge 4 IPX7 Waterproof Outdoor Music Hifi Sound Deep Bass JBL Speaker Charge4 Wireless Bluetooth Portable Speaker | $54 | ||
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Comments
Fabio
9 months ago
9 / 10
Good value for the price
Fabio
9 months ago
9 / 10
It has everything one can ask to a portable speaker: good sound, can get loud and is resistant. It uses USB-C and the design is beautiful. You can buy it in different colours
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8D
5 months ago
10 / 10
крутая удобная водонепроницаемая порт. калонка
8D
5 months ago
10 / 10
7500mAh аккум в колонке хватит зарядить телефон и еще послушать музыку
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Ksenia
3 months ago
6 / 10
Naja
Ksenia
3 months ago
6 / 10