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 Sony ULT FIELD 3
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 2.65 lb — 1.42 lb less to carry. Its recorded reference price is $60.04 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 Flip 7 | Specification | Sony ULT FIELD 3 |
|---|---|---|
$149.95 ✓ Winner | Reference price | $209.99 |
16 hours | Advertised battery life | 24 hours ✓ Winner |
1.23 lb ✓ Winner | Weight | 2.65 lb |
IP68 | Ingress protectionPersonal preference | IP67 |
5 ✓ Winner | Durability tier | 4 |
5.4 | Bluetooth versionPersonal preference | 5.2 |
No | Can charge another device | Yes ✓ Winner |
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 2.65 lb — 1.42 lb less to carry.
Who should choose Sony ULT FIELD 3?
Choose Sony ULT FIELD 3 if a longer advertised playtime matters. Sony ULT FIELD 3 advertises up to 24 hours, versus up to 16 hours with Playtime Boost for JBL Flip 7.
The main tradeoff
JBL Flip 7 weighs 1.23 lb versus 2.65 lb — 1.42 lb less to carry. Sony ULT FIELD 3 advertises up to 24 hours, versus up to 16 hours with Playtime Boost for JBL Flip 7. The recorded reference-price difference is $60.04.
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.
- Sony ULT FIELD 3: 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 2.65 lb — 1.42 lb less to carry.
Longer advertised playtime
Sony ULT FIELD 3 advertises up to 24 hours, versus up to 16 hours with Playtime Boost for JBL Flip 7.
Charge your phone
Sony ULT FIELD 3 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 $209.99, a $60.04 difference.
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Where to buy JBL Flip 7
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$76.99
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Where to buy Sony ULT FIELD 3
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$100.00
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