Weight
- JBL Flip 7
- 826 g
- Xiaomi Sound Party
- About 1,200 g
Speaker comparison
JBL Flip 7 vs Xiaomi Sound Party
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  JBL Flip 7
KSh 15,000In Stock | 02  Xiaomi Sound Party
KSh 15,780In Stock |
|---|
2 of 4 products
Add to comparison
2 spaces availableSoundcore Boom 2 SEKSh 13,690
Soundcore Boom 3iKSh 14,040
Soundcore Motion 300KSh 13,500
JBL PULSE 4KSh 12,500
Our quick verdict
Choose the JBL Flip 7 if you want IP68 water resistance, faster recharging (2.5 hours) and a lighter build (826 g). Choose the Xiaomi Sound Party if you want longer rated battery life (26 hours per charge) and Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice control not supported.
Battery life
- JBL Flip 7
- Up to 16 hours per charge
- Xiaomi Sound Party
- About 26 hours per charge
Output power
- JBL Flip 7
- 25W RMS woofer + 10W RMS tweeter
- Xiaomi Sound Party
- 50 W rated output
Water resistance
- JBL Flip 7
- IP68 water and dust resistance
- Xiaomi Sound Party
- IP67 water and dust resistance
Charging time
- JBL Flip 7
- 2.5 hours via USB-C
- Xiaomi Sound Party
- Approximately 4h with 12V/2A charger
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Flip 7
- IP68 water and dust resistance.
- Recharges faster: 2.5 hours.
- Lighter: 826 g.
- Lower price: KSh 15,000 (KSh 780 less).
- Power source: Rechargeable battery / USB charging.
Xiaomi Sound Party
- Rated for up to 26 hours per charge.
- Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice control not supported.
- Power source: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
What matters most to you?
15 priorities selected.
JBL Flip 7
- 826 g.
- 25W RMS woofer + 10W RMS tweeter.
- Bluetooth 5.4.
- Up to 16 hours per charge.
- 17.28 Wh battery.
- IP68 water and dust resistance.
- 2.5 hours via USB-C.
- 45 x 80 mm woofer, 16 mm tweeter.
- > 80 dB.
- Bluetooth, USB-C (lossless audio).
- No built-in voice assistant.
- Free-standing portable placement.
- No party lightshow.
- Not a party-speaker product.
Xiaomi Sound Party
- About 1,200 g.
- 50 W rated output.
- About 1.2 kg.
- Bluetooth 5.4.
- About 26 hours per charge.
- 5,200 mAh battery.
- IP67 water and dust resistance.
- Approximately 4h with 12V/2A charger.
- 35W woofer, 15W tweeter.
- ≥80dB.
- USB-C charging.
- Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice control not supported.
- Portable placement, hidden carrying handle.
- Optional 3D colourful rhythmic lighting.
- Party Connect and TWS.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | JBL Flip 7 | Xiaomi Sound Party |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Xiaomi |
| Model | Flip 7 | 65366 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Color | — | Black with orange accents |
Design
| Specification | JBL Flip 7 | Xiaomi Sound Party |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 18.3 x 7.0 x 7.2 cm | 255 × 92 × 92mm |
| Weight | 0.826 kg | Approximately 1200g |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Flip 7 | Xiaomi Sound Party |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | Li-ion polymer 17.28 Wh | 7.3V, 5200mAh |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Flip 7 | Xiaomi Sound Party |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 | SBC; AAC, aptX, LDAC, LHDC and LC3 not supported |
| Wi-Fi | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | Not supported — no network connection |
| Wired Inputs | USB-C (lossless audio) | — |
| HDMI | Portable speaker design | — |
| USB | Bluetooth, USB-C (lossless audio) | USB-C charging; reverse charging up to 15W at 5V/3A |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | No microphone or guitar input | — |
| Bluetooth Range | — | Up to 25m under suitable conditions |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | — | TWS with two matching units; Party Connect up to 100 |
| App Support | — | Not supported — cannot be controlled through an app |
Features
| Specification | JBL Flip 7 | Xiaomi Sound Party |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No built-in voice assistant | Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice control not supported |
| Lightshow | No party lightshow | Optional 3D colourful rhythmic lighting |
| Party Features | Not a party-speaker product | Party Connect and TWS |
| Home Cinema Features | Not a home-cinema speaker | — |
| Special Features | AI Sound Boost, Auracast, PushLock accessories | NFC pairing with supported Android 8.1+ phones in BT input; hands-free calls; operation 0°C to 40°C |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Flip 7 | Xiaomi Sound Party |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 45 x 80 mm woofer, 16 mm tweeter | 35W woofer; 15W tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz | 60Hz to 20kHz |
| Total Power Output | 25W RMS woofer + 10W RMS tweeter (35W total) | 50W rated |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | > 80 dB | ≥80dB |
| Speaker Configuration | — | One woofer and one tweeter |
| Audio Channels | — | Single speaker; left/right stereo using two matching units |
| Sound Modes / EQ | — | Bass Boost; Harman AudioEFX tuning |
| Audio Features | — | Harman AudioEFX |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Flip 7 | Xiaomi Sound Party |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery |
| Battery Life | Up to 16 hours (with Playtime Boost) | Approximately 26h at 50% volume; lights and Bass Boost off |
| Charging Time | 2.5 hours via USB-C | Approximately 4h with 12V/2A charger |
| Fast Charging | — | PD charging; 5V/3A, 9V/2A and 12V/2A input |
| Charging Port | — | USB-C |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Flip 7 | Xiaomi Sound Party |
|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP68 (waterproof, dustproof, drop-proof) | IP67; keep charging connection dry |
| Materials | 77% post-consumer recycled plastic, 100% recycled fabric grille | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Portable placement; hidden carrying handle |
| Controls | — | Power, volume, play/pause and call, Bass Boost, Bluetooth and Connect buttons |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Flip 7 | Xiaomi Sound Party |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Flip 7 | One Xiaomi Sound Party |
| Subwoofer | No subwoofer supplied | — |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | — |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | Charging cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | Not applicable | — |
| Mounting Accessories | Portable design | — |
| Other Accessories | — | — |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | User 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 JBL Flip 7 for IP68 water and dust resistance and faster recharging; Xiaomi Sound Party offers longer rated battery life.
Back to compared products ↑
Harman Kardon Luna
Soundcore Glow 30W
Sony SRS-XE200