Weight
- JBL Flip 6
- 550 g
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- 853 g
Speaker comparison
JBL Flip 6 vs Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  JBL Flip 6
KSh 10,500In Stock | 02  Mi Smart Speaker
KSh 8,570In Stock |
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Add to comparison
2 spaces availableMi Portable Bluetooth Speaker (16W)KSh 5,390
Xiaomi Bluetooth SpeakerKSh 11,200
Xiaomi Sound Outdoor 30WKSh 8,250
Soundcore Motion 300KSh 13,500
Our quick verdict
Choose the JBL Flip 6 if you want Bluetooth 5.1, a lighter build (550 g) and larger 80 mm drivers. Choose the Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker if you want Google Assistant and a lower price (KSh 1,930 less).
Connections
- JBL Flip 6
- Bluetooth 5.1 connection
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- Bluetooth 4.2 connection
Output power
- JBL Flip 6
- 30W RMS total - 20W woofer + 10W
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- 12 W rated output
Controls
- JBL Flip 6
- Top-panel power, Bluetooth, volume, play and PartyBoost controls
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- Touch-sensitive top panel
Software
- JBL Flip 6
- Works with the JBL Portable app
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- Google Home setup
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Flip 6
- Newer Bluetooth 5.1.
- Lighter: 550 g.
- Larger drivers: 80 mm.
Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- Google Assistant.
- Lower price: KSh 8,570 (KSh 1,930 less).
What matters most to you?
10 priorities selected.
JBL Flip 6
- 550 g.
- 30W RMS total - 20W woofer + 10W.
- Bluetooth 5.1.
- Top-panel power, Bluetooth, volume, play and PartyBoost controls.
- Works with the JBL Portable app.
- JBL PartyBoost.
- No built-in voice assistant.
- Free-standing portable placement.
- Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
- No party lightshow.
Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- 853 g.
- 12 W rated output.
- Bluetooth 4.2.
- Touch-sensitive top panel.
- Google Home setup.
- Two matching Mi Smart Speakers.
- Google Assistant.
- Indoor tabletop or shelf.
- Smart Speaker.
- Top light ring with music-lighting effect.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | JBL Flip 6 | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Xiaomi |
| Model | Flip 6 | 29432 |
| Announced | September 2, 2021 | — |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Smart Speaker |
| Color | Black, Blue, Grey, Green, Pink, Red, Teal or White (market dependent) | White |
Design
| Specification | JBL Flip 6 | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 178 × 68 × 72mm | 131 × 104 × 151mm |
| Weight | 0.55kg | 853g |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Flip 6 | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | Li-polymer 17.28Wh (3.6V / 4800mAh) | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Flip 6 | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | 4.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Wired Inputs | No analogue audio input | — |
| HDMI | Portable speaker design | — |
| USB | USB-C charging only | — |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | No microphone or guitar input | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | JBL PartyBoost; stereo pairing with another Flip 6 | Two matching Mi Smart Speakers; compatible multiroom playback |
| App Support | JBL Portable app | Google Home setup; Chromecast-compatible apps |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | — | A2DP |
Features
| Specification | JBL Flip 6 | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No built-in voice assistant | Google Assistant; availability varies by language, region and service |
| Lightshow | No party lightshow | Top light ring with music-lighting effect |
| Party Features | Not a party-speaker product | — |
| Home Cinema Features | Not a home-cinema product | — |
| Special Features | Waterproof and dustproof; PartyBoost; USB charging protection | Chromecast built-in |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Flip 6 | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | Two-way mono portable speaker with dual passive radiators | Single front-facing full-frequency speaker |
| Drivers | 45 × 80mm racetrack woofer + 16mm tweeter + 2 passive radiators | 63.5mm / 2.5-inch full-frequency driver |
| Frequency Response | 63Hz–20kHz | — |
| Total Power Output | 30W RMS total — 20W woofer + 10W tweeter | 12W |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >80dB | — |
| Audio Channels | Mono | — |
| Sound Modes / EQ | Custom EQ in JBL Portable app | — |
| Audio Features | JBL Pro Sound; dual passive radiators | — |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Flip 6 | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | DC 12V / 1.5A |
| Battery Life | Up to 12 hours; varies with volume and content | — |
| Charging Time | 2.5 hours (5V / 3A) | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C | — |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Flip 6 | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Top-panel power, Bluetooth, volume, play and PartyBoost controls | Touch-sensitive top panel |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP67 | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Indoor tabletop or shelf |
| Materials | — | Metal mesh grille |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Flip 6 | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | JBL Flip 6 | One Mi Smart Speaker |
| Subwoofer | No subwoofer supplied | — |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | — |
| Power Cable | USB-C charging cable | — |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | Not applicable | — |
| Mounting Accessories | Portable design | — |
| Other Accessories | — | — |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide, warranty card and safety sheet | User manual |
Similarities
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
Choose JBL Flip 6 for a lighter build and drivers; Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker offers Google Assistant at a lower price.
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