JBL Go 3 review: specs and price
JBL Go 3
Why is JBL Go 3 better than the average?
- Volume?
271.03cm³vs4331.92cm³ - Bluetooth version?
5.1vs4.05 - Charge time?
2.5hvs3.4h - Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)?
85dBvs78.92dB - Number of microphones?
1vs0.79 - Weight?
209gvs1.45kg - Height?
75mmvs147.01mm - Width?
87.5mmvs189.53mm
Price comparison
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| JBL Go 3: Portable Speaker with Bluetoot...JBL Go 3: Portable Speaker with Bluetooth, Built-in Battery, Waterproof and Dustproof Feature - Black | $50 | ||
| JBL Go 3: Portable Speaker with Bluetoot...JBL Go 3: Portable Speaker with Bluetooth, Built-in Battery, Waterproof and Dustproof Feature - Squad | $50 | ||
| JBL Go 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Bla...JBL Go 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black) | $30 | ||
| JBL Go 3 - Speaker - for portable use - ...JBL Go 3 - Speaker - for portable use - wireless - Bluetooth - 4.2 Watt - black | $30 | ||
| Travel Protective Silicone Stand Up Carr...Travel Protective Silicone Stand Up Carrying Case for -JBL GO 3 GO3 Portable Bluetooth Waterproof Speaker Accessories | $4.46 | ||
| 2021 Newest Hard EVA Outdoor Travel Case...2021 Newest Hard EVA Outdoor Travel Case For JBL GO 3 GO 2 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker For JBL GO3 GO2 lotus | $8.99 | ||
| Dust-proof Silicone Case for JBL GO 3 GO...Dust-proof Silicone Case for JBL GO 3 GO3 Protective Cover Shell Anti-fall Speaker Case BT Speaker Accessories | $2.62 | ||
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
9.4/10
9 votes
Sound quality
9.1/10
9 votes
Design
8.9/10
9 votes
Value for money
9.2/10
9 votes
Portability
9.7/10
9 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.
volume
271.03cm³
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.
driver unit size
47mm
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
has a neodymium magnet
✖JBL Go 3
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
control panel placed on a device
✔JBL Go 3
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.
travel bag is included
✖JBL Go 3
The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
has a touch screen
✖JBL Go 3
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔JBL Go 3
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
Sound quality
has stereo speakers
✖JBL Go 3
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has a subwoofer
✖JBL Go 3
Devices with a subwoofer have a higher quality, deeper bass.
highest frequency
20000Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
lowest frequency
110Hz
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
audio output power
1 x 4.2W
Audio output power is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts. High audio output power results in loud, clear sounds.
Has a passive radiator
✔JBL Go 3
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.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a noise-canceling microphone
✖JBL Go 3
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
battery power
750mAh
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.
charge time
2.5h
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
has a battery level indicator
✔JBL Go 3
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has a rechargeable battery
✔JBL Go 3
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
has a removable battery
✖JBL Go 3
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
has wireless charging
✖JBL Go 3
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
operating power consumption
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
annual power consumption
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The more power per year a device consumes, the less energy efficient it is, making it more costly over time.
Connectivity
multipoint count
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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.
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
✖JBL Go 3
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.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✖JBL Go 3
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has an AUX input
✖JBL Go 3
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.
has LDAC
✖JBL Go 3
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX Adaptive
✖JBL Go 3
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX HD
✖JBL Go 3
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has aptX
✖JBL Go 3
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.
Features
Can be used wirelessly
✔JBL Go 3
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
supports a remote smartphone
✔JBL Go 3
This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.
has voice commands
✖JBL Go 3
You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
Has a radio
✖JBL Go 3
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
Has voice prompts
✔JBL Go 3
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.
has a mute function
✖JBL Go 3
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
works as a power bank
✖JBL Go 3
The power bank feature allows you to use the battery to charge other devices, such as your smartphone.
has a sleep timer
✖JBL Go 3
A sleep timer is a function that shuts off the power after a preset amount of time.
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
supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
✖JBL Go 3
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) is a wireless standard released in 2009. It has faster transfer rates and improved security compared to its predecessors – a, b, and g.
Price comparison
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| JBL Go 3: Portable Speaker with Bluetoot...JBL Go 3: Portable Speaker with Bluetooth, Built-in Battery, Waterproof and Dustproof Feature - Black | $50 | ||
| JBL Go 3: Portable Speaker with Bluetoot...JBL Go 3: Portable Speaker with Bluetooth, Built-in Battery, Waterproof and Dustproof Feature - Squad | $50 | ||
| JBL Go 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Bla...JBL Go 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black) | $30 | ||
| JBL Go 3 - Speaker - for portable use - ...JBL Go 3 - Speaker - for portable use - wireless - Bluetooth - 4.2 Watt - black | $30 | ||
| Travel Protective Silicone Stand Up Carr...Travel Protective Silicone Stand Up Carrying Case for -JBL GO 3 GO3 Portable Bluetooth Waterproof Speaker Accessories | $4.46 | ||
| 2021 Newest Hard EVA Outdoor Travel Case...2021 Newest Hard EVA Outdoor Travel Case For JBL GO 3 GO 2 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker For JBL GO3 GO2 lotus | $8.99 | ||
| Dust-proof Silicone Case for JBL GO 3 GO...Dust-proof Silicone Case for JBL GO 3 GO3 Protective Cover Shell Anti-fall Speaker Case BT Speaker Accessories | $2.62 | ||
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Comments
Bulet1n
11 months ago
9 / 10
Design, Sound, Portable, Battery Backup
Bulet1n
11 months ago
9 / 10
I have been using JBL GO 3 . It is decent product. It has attractive design with good sound quality. However, it better to place the speaker vertical to avoid from being fell down since it highly vibrates on max volume. Battery backup is decent. over it is worth to have one.
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Jadson
1 year ago
10 / 10
Qualidade extrema.
Jadson
1 year ago
10 / 10
A qualidade do som é absurda para o tamanho da caixinha. O acabamento É impecável, a qualidade do material é ótima. Design moderno e arrojado e à prova d'água e poeira.
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Lucas
3 months ago
10 / 10
The best JBL go speaker in the world
Lucas
3 months ago
10 / 10
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