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The short answer
JBL Xtreme 5 wins this comparison. Choose it if a longer advertised playtime matters. JBL Xtreme 5 advertises up to 28 hours with Playtime Boost, versus up to 17 hours for Marshall Willen II.
JBL
A larger speaker for outdoor gatherings, with a shoulder strap, phone charging and ambient lighting. IP68 protection suits outdoor use; its 6.39 lb weight is the carrying tradeoff.
Bettr Score
66.1/100
Marshall
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
| JBL Xtreme 5 | Specification | Marshall Willen II |
|---|---|---|
$399.95 | Reference price | $129.99 ✓ Winner |
28 hours ✓ Winner | Advertised battery life | 17 hours |
6.39 lb | Weight | 12.7 oz ✓ Winner |
IP68 | Ingress protectionPersonal preference | IP67 |
5 ✓ Winner | Durability tier | 4 |
6.0 | 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
Choose JBL Xtreme 5 if a longer advertised playtime matters. JBL Xtreme 5 advertises up to 28 hours with Playtime Boost, versus up to 17 hours for Marshall Willen II.
Choose Marshall Willen II if you want less weight in your bag. Marshall Willen II weighs 12.7 oz versus 6.39 lb — 5.6 lb less to carry.
JBL Xtreme 5 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 6.39 lb — 5.6 lb less to carry. The recorded reference-price difference is $269.96.
JBL Xtreme 5 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 6.39 lb — 5.6 lb less to carry.
Marshall Willen II has the lower recorded reference price: $129.99 versus $399.95, a $269.96 difference.
Marshall Willen II supports speakerphone calls; the other speaker’s verified specification says it does not.
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