Brand: JBL
JBL PULSE 4
KSh 12,500
- Audio: JBL Signature Sound | 360° Speaker Array | Sound in Every Direction
- Power: 20W RMS
- Driver: 2.25″ Transducer
- Lightshow: High-Resolution 360° LED Lightshow | Sound-Responsive Colors & Patterns
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.2 | A2DP 1.3 | AVRCP 1.6
- PartyBoost: Connect Multiple JBL PartyBoost-Compatible Speakers | Stereo Pairing
- Light Sync: Shake-to-Sync Lightshow with Nearby Pulse 4 Speakers
- App: JBL Connect App | Customize Lightshow | Ambient Light Mode
- Battery: Up to 12 Hours Playback
- Charging: USB-C | Approx. 3.5 Hours Charging
- Waterproof: IPX7 Waterproof | Up to 3 Feet / 1m
- Battery Type: 26Wh Lithium-Ion Polymer | 3.6V | 7,260mAh
- Frequency Response: 70Hz–20kHz
- Signal-to-Noise: >80dB
- Design: Portable | Cylindrical Design | 360° Lighting
- Dimensions: 96 × 96 × 207mm
- Weight: 1.26kg
- Color: Black
- In The Box: JBL Pulse 4 | USB-C Charging Cable | Quick Start Guide | Safety Sheet | Warranty Card
- Best For: Parties, Outdoor Entertainment, Poolside Use, Music, Ambient Lighting & Everyday Listening
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JBL PULSE 4 Highlights
- 20W rated output
- 7,260 mAh battery
- IPX7 water resistance
- Bluetooth 4.2 wireless connection
- 26 Wh battery capacity
- 3.5 hours to recharge
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| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | JBL Grip | Soundcore Motion 300 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | JBL | Soundcore | Soundcore |
| Model | PULSE 4 | Grip | Motion 300 | A3148Z11 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Color | Black | Black, White, Purple, Red, Blue, Camo, Pink | Not specified | Black |
| Announced | Not specified | Released: September 2025 | 2023 | Not specified |
Audio
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | JBL Grip | Soundcore Motion 300 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 2.25-inch driver | 43 × 80 mm full-range driver | Two 48 mm drivers | 2 × 70 × 70mm full-range drivers |
| Frequency Response | 70 Hz–20 kHz | 70 Hz–20 kHz (-6 dB) | Not specified | 50Hz–20kHz |
| Total Power Output | 20 W RMS | 16 W RMS | 30 W | 30W |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >80 dB | >80 dB | Not specified | Not specified |
| Speaker Configuration | Not specified | Single full-range driver | Two full-range drivers | Two full-range drivers |
| Audio Features | Not specified | AI Sound Boost, JBL Portable app EQ | Not specified | Built-in microphone for connected-phone calls; BassUp |
| Sound Modes / EQ | Not specified | Not specified | SmartTune adaptive EQ; BassUp; preset and custom EQ | BassUp; app Signature, Voice, Balance and Xtra Bass EQ presets; custom EQ |
| Audio Channels | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Stereo sound; TWS left and right channels with two identical speakers |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | JBL Grip | Soundcore Motion 300 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | A2DP 1.3 | AVRCP 1.6 | Bluetooth 5.4 | 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | A2DP 1.3; AVRCP 1.6 | A2DP 1.4; AVRCP 1.6 | LDAC, SBC and MPEG-2 AAC LC | SBC |
| Wi-Fi | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | Not supported; Bluetooth audio |
| HDMI | Portable speaker design | Portable speaker design | Portable speaker design | Not supported |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | No microphone or guitar input | Not specified | No microphone or guitar input | Not specified |
| App Support | JBL Connect App | Customize Lightshow | Ambient Light Mode | JBL Portable for EQ and lighting | Soundcore app | soundcore app for EQ, battery, volume, firmware, voice prompts and automatic power-off |
| Bluetooth Range | Not specified | Not specified | 100 m | Up to 100m / 328ft under suitable conditions; obstacles and interference reduce range |
| Wired Inputs | Not specified | Not specified | No AUX input | No AUX input |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Not specified | Not specified | TWS with another Motion 300 | TWS with another Boom 2 SE; PartyCast with compatible soundcore speakers |
| USB | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | USB-C charging input at 5V 3A; USB-A charging output at 5V 1A / 5W |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | JBL Grip | Soundcore Motion 300 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Built-in rechargeable battery; USB-C charging at 5V 3A |
| Charging Time | 3.5 hours at 5 V / 3 A | 3 hours at 5 V / 3 A | Under 4 hours | Approximately 4 hours with suitable 5V 3A adapter |
| Charging Port | USB-C, 5 V / 3 A | USB-C, 5 V / 3 A | USB-C, 5 V / 3 A | USB-C |
| Battery Life | Not specified | Up to 14 hours with Playtime Boost | Up to 13 hours | Up to 18h at 50% volume with BassUp off |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | JBL Grip | Soundcore Motion 300 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX7 Waterproof | Up to 3 Feet / 1m | IP68 | Not specified | IPX7 water resistance; floating design; close waterproof cover before exposure |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement | Portable horizontal placement; integrated carrying handle |
| Materials | Not specified | Recycled plastic, shockproof (1m drop on concrete), integrated rope hook | Silicone exterior; metal grille | Not specified |
| Controls | Not specified | Not specified | Power, Bluetooth, BassUp, playback and volume buttons | Power, Bluetooth, playback, volume, BassUp and PartyCast buttons; connected call controls; app settings |
Features
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | JBL Grip | Soundcore Motion 300 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No built-in voice assistant | No built-in voice assistant | Paired phone’s voice assistant | Can activate connected-phone voice assistant software; no standalone assistant system |
| Lightshow | High-Resolution 360° LED Lightshow | Sound-Responsive Colors & Patterns | Customizable via app | No party lightshow | No music light-show feature specified for Boom 2 SE |
| Party Features | Not a party-speaker product | Not specified | Not a party-speaker product | TWS stereo and PartyCast; additional compatible speakers separate |
| Home Cinema Features | Not a home-cinema speaker | Not a home-cinema speaker | Not a home-cinema speaker | No HDMI or dedicated home-cinema system |
| Special Features | Not specified | Playtime Boost for louder sound | SmartTune orientation detection; detachable strap; wireless Hi-Res audio | USB-A 5W phone charging; microphone for calls; automatic power-off; app firmware updates |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | JBL Grip | Soundcore Motion 300 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | PULSE 4 | Grip | Motion 300 | One Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
| Subwoofer | No subwoofer supplied | No subwoofer supplied | No subwoofer supplied | No separate subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | No remote control supplied | No remote control supplied | No remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | USB-C cable | Not supplied | USB-C to USB-C cable | 60cm USB-C to USB-C cable; wall charger not included |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | No AUX or HDMI cable supplied |
| Mounting Accessories | Portable design | Portable design | Portable design | No mounting kit supplied; integrated carrying handle |
| Other Accessories | JBL Pulse 4 | USB-C Charging Cable | Quick Start Guide | Safety Sheet | Warranty Card | Not applicable | Detachable strap | Not specified |
| Documentation | Quick-start guide; safety and warranty information | Quick-start guide; safety and warranty information | Quick-start guide; safety information | Quick Start Guide |
Design
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | JBL Grip | Soundcore Motion 300 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 96 × 96 × 207 mm (W × D × H) | 64 × 152.5 × 65.2 mm (W × H × D) | 200 × 53 × 93 mm | Not specified |
| Weight | 1260 g | 0.385 kg | 776 g | Not specified |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | JBL Grip | Soundcore Motion 300 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery | 26 Wh lithium-ion polymer (3.6 V / 7260 mAh) | 10.01 Wh lithium-ion (3.85 V / 2600 mAh) | 7.2 V / 3100 mAh | 3100mAh / 7.2V |
Specs
JBL PULSE 4 specifications
General
| Brand | JBL |
|---|---|
| Model | PULSE 4 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Color | Black |
Audio
| Drivers | 2.25-inch driver |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response | 70 Hz–20 kHz |
| Total Power Output | 20 W RMS |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >80 dB |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | A2DP 1.3 | AVRCP 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | A2DP 1.3; AVRCP 1.6 |
| App Support | JBL Connect App | Customize Lightshow | Ambient Light Mode |
Power & Battery
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
|---|---|
| Battery | 26 Wh lithium-ion polymer (3.6 V / 7260 mAh) |
| Charging Time | 3.5 hours at 5 V / 3 A |
| Charging Port | USB-C, 5 V / 3 A |
Design & Controls
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX7 Waterproof | Up to 3 Feet / 1m |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 96 × 96 × 207 mm (W × D × H) |
| Weight | 1260 g |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement |
Features
| Lightshow | High-Resolution 360° LED Lightshow | Sound-Responsive Colors & Patterns |
|---|
What's in the Box
| Speaker / Soundbar | PULSE 4 |
|---|---|
| Power Cable | USB-C cable |
| Other Accessories | JBL Pulse 4 | USB-C Charging Cable | Quick Start Guide | Safety Sheet | Warranty Card |
| Documentation | Quick-start guide; safety and warranty information |