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 Sony ULT FIELD 3
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 24 hours for Sony ULT FIELD 3. Its recorded reference price is $10.04 lower.
Sony
Sony ULT FIELD 3
Press the ULT button for a bass boost, then carry it by the included shoulder strap. IP67 protection, phone charging and up to 24 hours of playtime suit days out.
Bettr Score
68.8/100
Side-by-side specifications
| JBL Charge 6 | Specification | Sony ULT FIELD 3 |
|---|---|---|
$199.95 ✓ Winner | Reference price | $209.99 |
28 hours ✓ Winner | Advertised battery life | 24 hours |
2.18 lb ✓ Winner | Weight | 2.65 lb |
IP68 | Ingress protectionPersonal preference | IP67 |
5 ✓ Winner | Durability tier | 4 |
5.4 | Bluetooth versionPersonal preference | 5.2 |
Yes | Can charge another deviceTie | Yes |
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 24 hours for Sony ULT FIELD 3.
Who should choose Sony ULT FIELD 3?
Choose Sony ULT FIELD 3 if you want to take calls through the speaker. Sony ULT FIELD 3 supports speakerphone calls; the other speaker’s verified specification says it does not.
The main tradeoff
JBL Charge 6 advertises up to 28 hours with Playtime Boost, versus up to 24 hours for Sony ULT FIELD 3. Sony ULT FIELD 3 supports speakerphone calls; the other speaker’s verified specification says it does not. The recorded reference-price difference is $10.04.
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.
- Sony ULT FIELD 3: 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 24 hours for Sony ULT FIELD 3.
Take calls
Sony ULT FIELD 3 supports speakerphone calls; the other speaker’s verified specification says it does not.
Less to carry
JBL Charge 6 weighs 2.18 lb versus 2.65 lb — 7.48 oz less to carry.
Lower reference price
JBL Charge 6 has the lower recorded reference price: $199.95 versus $209.99, a $10.04 difference.
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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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Where to buy Sony ULT FIELD 3
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$100.00
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