JBL
JBL Flip 7
An easy carry for the park or patio, at 1.23 lb. IP68 protection suits outdoor use, while USB-C audio adds a wired option alongside Bluetooth.
Bettr Score
78.7/100
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JBL Flip 7 vs Marshall Emberton III
The short answer
JBL Flip 7 wins this comparison. Choose it if you want less weight in your bag. JBL Flip 7 weighs 1.23 lb versus 1.48 lb — 3.88 oz less to carry. Its recorded reference price is $30.04 lower.
Marshall
Marshall Emberton III
360° sound and 32+ hours of playtime in a 1.48 lb speaker. IP67 protection makes it useful for beach bags and weekend trips, with a microphone for hands-free calls.
Bettr Score
64.1/100
Side-by-side specifications
| JBL Flip 7 | Specification | Marshall Emberton III |
|---|---|---|
$149.95 ✓ Winner | Reference price | $179.99 |
16 hours | Advertised battery life | 32 hours ✓ Winner |
1.23 lb ✓ Winner | Weight | 1.48 lb |
IP68 | Ingress protectionPersonal preference | IP67 |
5 ✓ Winner | Durability tier | 4 |
5.4 | Bluetooth versionPersonal preference | 5.3 |
No | 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 Flip 7?
Choose JBL Flip 7 if you want less weight in your bag. JBL Flip 7 weighs 1.23 lb versus 1.48 lb — 3.88 oz less to carry.
Who should choose Marshall Emberton III?
Choose Marshall Emberton III if a longer advertised playtime matters. Marshall Emberton III advertises up to 32 hours, versus up to 16 hours with Playtime Boost for JBL Flip 7.
The main tradeoff
JBL Flip 7 weighs 1.23 lb versus 1.48 lb — 3.88 oz less to carry. Marshall Emberton III advertises up to 32 hours, versus up to 16 hours with Playtime Boost for JBL Flip 7. The recorded reference-price difference is $30.04.
Sources and score details
- JBL Flip 7: sound quality carries 60% of its model; 6.6/10 contributes 46.8 of its 78.7 points.
- Marshall Emberton III: recorded reference price carries 20% of its model; its score also reflects the other verified specifications shown below.
Less to carry
JBL Flip 7 weighs 1.23 lb versus 1.48 lb — 3.88 oz less to carry.
Longer advertised playtime
Marshall Emberton III advertises up to 32 hours, versus up to 16 hours with Playtime Boost for JBL Flip 7.
Lower reference price
JBL Flip 7 has the lower recorded reference price: $149.95 versus $179.99, a $30.04 difference.
Take calls
Marshall Emberton III supports speakerphone calls; the other speaker’s verified specification says it does not.
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Where to buy JBL Flip 7
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$76.99
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Where to buy Marshall Emberton III
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In stock · checked Oct 30, 2026
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$139.99
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$139.99 + $0.00 shipping
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