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JBL Grip vs Xiaomi Sound Party

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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JBL Grip

JBL Grip

  • 385 g.
  • 2,600 mAh battery capacity.
  • 10.01 Wh of stored energy.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • Up to 14 hours per charge.
KSh 13,800In Stock
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Xiaomi Sound Party

Xiaomi Sound Party

  • About 1,200 g.
  • 5,200 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • About 26 hours per charge.
  • PD charging.
KSh 15,780In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Grip if you want IP68 water resistance, a lighter build (385 g) and faster recharging (3 hours). Choose the Xiaomi Sound Party if you want a higher 50 W rated output, a bigger 5,200 mAh battery and longer rated battery life (26 hours per charge).

Weight

JBL Grip
385 g
Xiaomi Sound Party
About 1,200 g

Battery capacity

JBL Grip
2,600 mAh battery capacity
Xiaomi Sound Party
5,200 mAh battery capacity

Battery life

JBL Grip
Up to 14 hours per charge
Xiaomi Sound Party
About 26 hours per charge

Output power

JBL Grip
16 W rated output
Xiaomi Sound Party
50 W rated output

Water resistance

JBL Grip
IP68 water and dust resistance
Xiaomi Sound Party
IP67 water and dust resistance

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Grip

  • IP68 water and dust resistance (vs IP67).
  • Lighter: 385 g (vs about 1.2 kg).
  • Recharges faster: 3 hours (vs 4 hours).
  • Lower price: KSh 13,800 (vs KSh 15,780).
  • Power source: Rechargeable battery / USB charging.

Xiaomi Sound Party

  • Higher rated output: 50 W (vs 16 W).
  • Bigger battery: 5,200 mAh (vs 2,600 mAh).
  • Rated for up to 26 hours per charge (vs 14).
  • Power source: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

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PriorityJBL GripXiaomi Sound Party
Weight385 gAbout 1.2 kg
Battery capacity2,600 mAh battery5,200 mAh battery
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.4
Battery lifeUp to 14 hours per chargeAbout 26 hours per charge
Water resistanceIP68 water and dust resistanceIP67 water and dust resistance
SoftwareJBL Portable for EQ and lightingNo companion app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL GripXiaomi Sound Party
BrandJBLXiaomi
ModelGrip65366
AnnouncedReleased: September 2025—
TypePortable Bluetooth SpeakerPortable Bluetooth Speaker
ColorBlack, White, Purple, Red, Blue, Camo, PinkBlack with orange accents

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL GripXiaomi Sound Party
Dimensions64 × 152.5 × 65.2 mm (W × H × D)255 × 92 × 92mm
Weight0.385 kgApproximately 1200g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL GripXiaomi Sound Party
Battery10.01 Wh lithium-ion (3.85 V / 2600 mAh)7.3V, 5200mAh

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL GripXiaomi Sound Party
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.4
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsA2DP 1.4; AVRCP 1.6SBC
Wi-FiBluetooth-only portable speakerNo networking support
HDMIPortable speaker design—
App SupportJBL Portable for EQ and lightingNot supported — cannot be controlled through an app
Bluetooth Range—Up to 25m under suitable conditions
Wired Inputs—No wired audio input
USB—USB-C charging; reverse charging up to 15W at 5V/3A
Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing—TWS with two matching units; Party Connect up to 100

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL GripXiaomi Sound Party
Voice AssistantNo built-in voice assistantNo Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa voice control
LightshowCustomizable via appOptional 3D colourful rhythmic lighting
Home Cinema FeaturesNot a home-cinema speaker—
Special FeaturesPlaytime Boost for louder soundNFC pairing with supported Android 8.1+ phones in BT input; hands-free calls; operation 0°C to 40°C
Party Features—Party Connect and TWS

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL GripXiaomi Sound Party
Speaker ConfigurationSingle full-range driverOne woofer and one tweeter
Drivers43 × 80 mm full-range driver35W woofer; 15W tweeter
Frequency Response70 Hz–20 kHz (-6 dB)60Hz to 20kHz
Total Power Output16 W RMS50W rated
Signal-to-Noise Ratio>80 dB≥80dB
Audio FeaturesAI Sound Boost, JBL Portable app EQHarman AudioEFX
Audio Channels—Single speaker; left/right stereo using two matching units
Sound Modes / EQ—Bass Boost; Harman AudioEFX tuning

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL GripXiaomi Sound Party
Power SourceRechargeable battery / USB chargingBuilt-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery LifeUp to 14 hours with Playtime BoostApproximately 26h at 50% volume; lights and Bass Boost off
Charging Time3 hours at 5 V / 3 AApproximately 4h with 12V/2A charger
Charging PortUSB-C, 5 V / 3 AUSB-C
Fast Charging—PD charging; 5V/3A, 9V/2A and 12V/2A input

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL GripXiaomi Sound Party
Water & Dust ResistanceIP68IP67; keep charging connection dry
MaterialsRecycled plastic, shockproof (1m drop on concrete), integrated rope hook—
Placement / MountingFree-standing portable placementPortable placement; hidden carrying handle
Controls—Power/light, volume, playback, Bass Boost, Bluetooth and Connect buttons

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL GripXiaomi Sound Party
Speaker / SoundbarGripOne Xiaomi Sound Party
SubwooferNo subwoofer supplied—
Remote ControlNo remote control supplied—
Power CableNot suppliedCharging cable
Audio / HDMI CableNot applicable—
Mounting AccessoriesPortable design—
Other Accessories——
DocumentationQuick-start guide; safety and warranty informationUser manual

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both are water resistant (IP68 and IP67).
  • Same type: Portable Bluetooth Speaker.

In summary

Choose Xiaomi Sound Party for more total output and a larger battery; JBL Grip offers IP68 water and dust resistance at a lower price.

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