JBL
JBL Charge 6
A speaker that can also top up your phone. You get IP68 protection, a carry handle and up to 28 hours with Playtime Boost, in a 2.18 lb package.
Bettr Score
83/100
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JBL Charge 6 vs Marshall Willen II
The short answer
JBL Charge 6 wins this comparison. Choose it if a longer advertised playtime matters. JBL Charge 6 advertises up to 28 hours with Playtime Boost, versus up to 17 hours for Marshall Willen II.
Marshall
Marshall Willen II
A 12.7 oz speaker with a strap for attaching to your bag. IP67 protection, 17+ hours of playtime and hands-free calls make it a practical option for travelling light.
Bettr Score
65/100
Side-by-side specifications
| JBL Charge 6 | Specification | Marshall Willen II |
|---|---|---|
$199.95 | Reference price | $129.99 ✓ Winner |
28 hours ✓ Winner | Advertised battery life | 17 hours |
2.18 lb | Weight | 12.7 oz ✓ Winner |
IP68 | Ingress protectionPersonal preference | IP67 |
5 ✓ Winner | Durability tier | 4 |
5.4 | Bluetooth versionPersonal preference | 5.3 |
Yes | Can charge another deviceNot enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
Yes | USB audio inputNot enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
Yes | Auracast or compatible broadcast pairingNot enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
No | Floats in waterNot enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
No | Speakerphone | Yes ✓ Winner |
The buying advice
Which speaker fits you?
Who should choose JBL Charge 6?
Choose JBL Charge 6 if a longer advertised playtime matters. JBL Charge 6 advertises up to 28 hours with Playtime Boost, versus up to 17 hours for Marshall Willen II.
Who should choose Marshall Willen II?
Choose Marshall Willen II if you want less weight in your bag. Marshall Willen II weighs 12.7 oz versus 2.18 lb — 1.39 lb less to carry.
The main tradeoff
JBL Charge 6 advertises up to 28 hours with Playtime Boost, versus up to 17 hours for Marshall Willen II. Marshall Willen II weighs 12.7 oz versus 2.18 lb — 1.39 lb less to carry. The recorded reference-price difference is $69.96.
Sources and score details
- JBL Charge 6: sound quality carries 60% of its model; 7.3/10 contributes 50.6 of its 83.0 points.
- Marshall Willen II: recorded reference price carries 20% of its model; its score also reflects the other verified specifications shown below.
Longer advertised playtime
JBL Charge 6 advertises up to 28 hours with Playtime Boost, versus up to 17 hours for Marshall Willen II.
Less to carry
Marshall Willen II weighs 12.7 oz versus 2.18 lb — 1.39 lb less to carry.
Lower reference price
Marshall Willen II has the lower recorded reference price: $129.99 versus $199.95, a $69.96 difference.
Take calls
Marshall Willen II supports speakerphone calls; the other speaker’s verified specification says it does not.
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Where to buy JBL Charge 6
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$125.75
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$120.00 + $5.75 shipping
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$149.95
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Where to buy Marshall Willen II
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$79.99
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