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 Middleton II
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 3.97 lb — 2.73 lb less to carry. Its recorded reference price is $180.04 lower.
Marshall
Marshall Middleton II
Built for long weekends, with 30+ hours of playtime, 360° sound and phone charging. Bass and treble controls let you adjust the sound; expect 3.97 lb to carry.
Bettr Score
66.5/100
Side-by-side specifications
| JBL Flip 7 | Specification | Marshall Middleton II |
|---|---|---|
$149.95 ✓ Winner | Reference price | $329.99 |
16 hours | Advertised battery life | 30 hours ✓ Winner |
1.23 lb ✓ Winner | Weight | 3.97 lb |
IP68 | Ingress protectionPersonal preference | IP67 |
5 ✓ Winner | Durability tier | 4 |
5.4 | Bluetooth versionPersonal preference | 5.3 |
No | Can charge another device | Yes ✓ Winner |
Yes | USB audio inputNot enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
Yes | Auracast or compatible broadcast pairingTie | Yes |
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 3.97 lb — 2.73 lb less to carry.
Who should choose Marshall Middleton II?
Choose Marshall Middleton II if a longer advertised playtime matters. Marshall Middleton II advertises up to 30 hours, versus up to 16 hours with Playtime Boost for JBL Flip 7.
The main tradeoff
JBL Flip 7 weighs 1.23 lb versus 3.97 lb — 2.73 lb less to carry. Marshall Middleton II advertises up to 30 hours, versus up to 16 hours with Playtime Boost for JBL Flip 7. The recorded reference-price difference is $180.04.
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 Middleton II: 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 3.97 lb — 2.73 lb less to carry.
Longer advertised playtime
Marshall Middleton II advertises up to 30 hours, versus up to 16 hours with Playtime Boost for JBL Flip 7.
Charge your phone
Marshall Middleton II can charge another device from its battery; the other speaker’s verified specification says it cannot. Charging a phone uses some of the speaker’s battery.
Lower reference price
JBL Flip 7 has the lower recorded reference price: $149.95 versus $329.99, a $180.04 difference.
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Where to buy JBL Flip 7
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$76.99
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Where to buy Marshall Middleton II
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$299.00
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