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JBL Flip 7 vs Ultimate Ears BOOM 3

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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JBL Flip 7

JBL Flip 7

  • 560 g.
  • 4,800 mAh battery capacity.
  • 17.28 Wh of stored energy.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • Up to 14 hours per charge.
KSh 15,800In Stock
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Ultimate Ears BOOM 3

Ultimate Ears BOOM 3

  • 608 g.
  • Up to 15 hours per charge.
  • Bluetooth wireless audio.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.
  • Power source: rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
KSh 17,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Flip 7 if you want IP68 water resistance and a lighter build (560 g). Choose the Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 if you prefer rechargeable lithium-ion battery and upright portable speaker.

Weight

JBL Flip 7
560 g
Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
608 g

Battery life

JBL Flip 7
Up to 14 hours per charge
Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Up to 15 hours per charge

Connections

JBL Flip 7
Bluetooth 5.4
Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Bluetooth wireless audio

Water resistance

JBL Flip 7
IP68 water and dust resistance
Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
IP67 water and dust resistance

Charging port

JBL Flip 7
USB-C, 5 V / 3 A
Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Micro-USB

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Flip 7

  • IP68 water and dust resistance (vs IP67).
  • Lighter: 560 g (vs 608 g).
  • Power source: Rechargeable battery / USB charging.

Ultimate Ears BOOM 3

  • Power source: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

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PriorityJBL Flip 7Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Portability560 g608 g
Output power35 W rated outputRechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery capacity4,800 mAh batteryRechargeable lithium-ion
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth wireless audio
Battery lifeUp to 14 hours per chargeUp to 15 hours per charge
Water resistanceIP68 water and dust resistanceIP67 water and dust resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Flip 7Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
BrandJBLUltimate Ears
ModelFlip 7BOOM 3 — Night Black: 984-001360; Ultraviolet Purple: 984-001363; Sunset Red: 984-001364
TypePortable Bluetooth SpeakerPortable Bluetooth Speaker
Announced—August 2018
Color—Night Black; Ultraviolet Purple; Sunset Red

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Flip 7Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Dimensions182.5 × 69.5 × 71.5 mm (W × H × D)184 mm high × 73 mm diameter
Weight0.56 kg608 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Flip 7Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Battery17.28 Wh lithium-ion polymer (3.6 V / 4800 mAh)Rechargeable lithium-ion

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Flip 7Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Bluetooth5.4Bluetooth wireless audio
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsA2DP 1.4; AVRCP 1.6A2DP
Wi-FiBluetooth-only portable speaker—
Wired InputsUSB-C (lossless audio)—
HDMIPortable speaker design—
USBBluetooth, USB-C (lossless audio)—
Microphone / Guitar InputsNo microphone or guitar input—
Bluetooth Range—Up to 45 m
App Support—BOOM & MEGABOOM by Ultimate Ears for iOS and Android

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Flip 7Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Voice AssistantNo built-in voice assistant—
LightshowNo party lightshow—
Party FeaturesNot a party-speaker product—
Home Cinema FeaturesNot a home-cinema speaker—
Special FeaturesAI Sound Boost, Auracast, PushLock accessoriesFloats; Magic Button playback control; pairing memory for up to eight source devices

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Flip 7Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Drivers45 × 80 mm woofer; 16 mm tweeterTwo 2-inch drivers; two 2-inch × 4-inch passive radiators
Frequency Response60 Hz–20 kHz90 Hz–20 kHz
Total Power Output35 W RMS (25 W woofer; 10 W tweeter)—
Signal-to-Noise Ratio> 80 dB—
Speaker Configuration—Single portable speaker with 360° sound
Maximum SPL—90 dBC
Sound Modes / EQ—Four presets and customizable equalizer in the app
Audio Features—360° sound; passive-radiator bass system

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Flip 7Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Power SourceRechargeable battery / USB chargingRechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery LifeUp to 14 hoursUp to 15 hours
Charging Time2.5 hours at 5 V / 3 A—
Charging PortUSB-C, 5 V / 3 AMicro-USB; optional POWER UP charging dock sold separately

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Flip 7Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Water & Dust ResistanceIP68 (waterproof, dustproof, drop-proof)IP67; water and dust resistant; floats
Materials77% post-consumer recycled plastic, 100% recycled fabric grilleTwo-tone performance fabric covering
Placement / MountingFree-standing portable placementUpright portable speaker
Controls—Power; Bluetooth pairing; volume; Magic Button for play/pause and track skip

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Flip 7Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Speaker / SoundbarFlip 7BOOM 3 speaker
SubwooferNo subwoofer suppliedNo separate subwoofer
Remote ControlNo remote control suppliedNo remote control
Power CableNot suppliedMicro-USB charging cable
Audio / HDMI CableNot applicableNo audio or HDMI cable
Mounting AccessoriesPortable designNo mounting accessories
Other AccessoriesCarabinerPower adapter not included
DocumentationQuick-start guide; warranty and safety informationQuick start guide

Similarities

  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both are water resistant (IP68 and IP67).
  • Both use A2DP (Bluetooth profiles / codecs).
  • Same type: Portable Bluetooth Speaker.

In summary

Choose JBL Flip 7 for IP68 water and dust resistance and a lighter build.

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In-stock alternatives

Xiaomi Sound PartyFor JBL Flip 7Xiaomi Sound PartyView product ↗Anker PowerConf Conference SpeakerphoneFor JBL Flip 7Anker PowerConf Conference SpeakerphoneView product ↗Sony SRS-XE200For Ultimate Ears BOOM 3Sony SRS-XE200View product ↗JBL Flip Essential 2For Ultimate Ears BOOM 3JBL Flip Essential 2View product ↗

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