Weight
- JBL PULSE 4
- 1.26 kg
- Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
- 660 g
Speaker comparison
JBL PULSE 4 vs Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  JBL PULSE 4
KSh 12,500In Stock | 02  Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
KSh 11,200In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker if you want longer rated battery life (17 hours per charge), IP67 water resistance and Bluetooth 5.3. Choose the JBL PULSE 4 if you prefer rechargeable battery / USB charging and free-standing portable placement.
Output power
- JBL PULSE 4
- 20 W rated output
- Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
- 40W total
Battery capacity
- JBL PULSE 4
- Up to 12 Hours Playback
- Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
- 4,800 mAh battery
Connections
- JBL PULSE 4
- Bluetooth 4.2
- Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
- Bluetooth 5.3
Water resistance
- JBL PULSE 4
- IPX7 water and dust resistance
- Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
- IP67 water and dust resistance
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL PULSE 4
- Power source: Rechargeable battery / USB charging.
Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
- Rated for up to 17 hours per charge.
- IP67 water and dust resistance.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.3.
- Lighter: 660 g.
- Lower price: KSh 11,200 (KSh 1,300 less).
- Power source: Built-in rechargeable battery.
What matters most to you?
8 priorities selected.
JBL PULSE 4
- 1,260 g.
- 20 W rated output.
- 1.26 kg.
- Up to 12 Hours Playback.
- Bluetooth 4.2.
- Up to 12 hours per charge.
- IPX7 water and dust resistance.
- Works with the JBL Connect app.
Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
- 660 g.
- 40W total.
- 4,800 mAh battery.
- Bluetooth 5.3.
- Up to 17 hours per charge.
- IP67 water and dust resistance.
- Mi Home/Xiaomi Home plugins.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Xiaomi |
| Model | PULSE 4 | 57962 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Color | Black | Black |
Design
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 96 × 96 × 207mm | 202 × 73 × 73mm |
| Weight | 1.26kg | 660g |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | Up to 12 Hours Playback | 4800mAh typical |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | A2DP 1.3 | AVRCP 1.6 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | — |
| HDMI | Portable speaker design | — |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | No microphone or guitar input | — |
| App Support | JBL Connect App | Customize Lightshow | Ambient Light Mode | Mi Home/Xiaomi Home plugins; sound and lighting settings; OTA updates; NFC pairing with supported HyperOS phones |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | — | LHDC music playback; LHDC 5.0 with supported HyperOS equipment |
| USB | — | USB-C charging port |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | — | Stereo with two matching speakers; group playback with up to eight compatible Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker series devices |
Features
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No built-in voice assistant | — |
| Lightshow | High-Resolution 360° LED Lightshow | Sound-Responsive Colors & Patterns | RGB ambient lighting configurable in Xiaomi Home |
| Party Features | Not a party-speaker product | Group playback with up to eight compatible speakers; adjustable lighting |
| Home Cinema Features | Not a home-cinema speaker | — |
| Special Features | — | NFC pairing with supported Xiaomi HyperOS phones; app sound and lighting adjustment |
Audio
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 2.25" Transducer | two high-frequency speakers, one mid-low frequency speaker and two passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 70Hz–20kHz | — |
| Total Power Output | 20W RMS | 40W total; 10W × 2 tweeters and 20W woofer |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >80dB | — |
| Speaker Configuration | — | Two tweeters, one mid-low frequency driver and two passive radiators |
| Sound Modes / EQ | — | Xiaomi Home sound-effect settings and custom equaliser |
| Audio Features | — | Omnidirectional sound; HARMAN AudioEFX; microphone for Bluetooth calls |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Built-in rechargeable battery; USB-C charging |
| Charging Port | USB-C | Approx. 3.5 Hours Charging | USB-C; 5V 3A or 9V 2.5A input |
| Battery Life | — | Up to 17 hours at 50% volume with lights off in Xiaomi laboratory tests |
| Fast Charging | — | 22.5W PD charging; compatible adapter required |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX7 Waterproof | Up to 3 Feet / 1m | IP67 |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Portable freestanding speaker |
| Controls | — | Power, volume, playback and pairing controls; NFC sensor area |
| Materials | — | Woven mesh body; rubber base |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL PULSE 4 | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | PULSE 4 | One speaker |
| Subwoofer | No subwoofer supplied | Not included |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | — |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | — |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | Not applicable | — |
| Mounting Accessories | Portable design | — |
| Other Accessories | JBL Pulse 4 | USB-C Charging Cable | Quick Start Guide | Safety Sheet | Warranty Card | Lanyard |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | User manual |
Similarities
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same type: Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
In summary
Choose Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker for longer rated battery life and IP67 water and dust resistance.
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