JBL Charge Essential 2
KSh 20,000
The JBL Charge Essential 2 delivers powerful 40W JBL Pro Sound with deep bass and up to 20 hours of battery life. Its IPX7 waterproof build and built-in power bank make it ideal for outdoor use. Available at Price Point Electronics in Kenya for KSh 20,000, with trade-in options to help you save.
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| Specification | JBL Charge Essential 2 | JBL Charge 6 | LG XBOOM Grab | Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | JBL | LG | Bose |
| Model | Charge Essential 2 | Charge 6 | XBOOM Grab | SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Charge Essential 2 | JBL Charge 6 | LG XBOOM Grab | Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivers | Not specified | 53×93mm Racetrack Woofer + 20mm Tweeter | Not specified | Not specified |
| Frequency Response | Not specified | 56Hz – 20kHz | Not specified | Not specified |
| Total Power Output | Not specified | 45W (30W Woofer + 15W Tweeter) | Not specified | Not specified |
| Audio Features | Not specified | Microphone system: No built-in microphone | Microphone system: Built-in (Hands-free calls) | PositionIQ Auto-Optimization |
| Sound Modes / EQ | Not specified | Not specified | will.i.am Signature UX | PositionIQ Technology |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Charge Essential 2 | JBL Charge 6 | LG XBOOM Grab | Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker |
| HDMI | N/A — portable speaker design | N/A — portable speaker design | N/A — portable speaker design | N/A — portable speaker design |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | N/A — no microphone or guitar input | N/A — no microphone or guitar input | N/A — no microphone or guitar input | N/A — no microphone or guitar input |
| Bluetooth | Not specified | 5.4 | Not specified | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wired Inputs | Not specified | USB-C Lossless Audio | USB, AUX | Not specified |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Not specified | Auracast | Not specified | Party Mode, Stereo Mode, & SimpleSync |
| App Support | Not specified | JBL Portable | 7-Band EQ | Firmware Updates | Not specified | Bose App (Featuring Adjustable EQ) |
| USB | Not specified | Not specified | Bluetooth, USB, AUX | Not specified |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Charge Essential 2 | JBL Charge 6 | LG XBOOM Grab | Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
| Battery Life | Not specified | Up to 24h / 28h with Playtime Boost | Up to 20 Hours | Up to 12 Hours |
| Charging Time | Not specified | ~3 hours | Not specified | 4 Hours (via USB-C Port) |
| Charging Port | Not specified | USB-C | Approx. 3 Hours | Not specified | USB-C (4-Hour Charge Time) |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Charge Essential 2 | JBL Charge 6 | LG XBOOM Grab | Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement |
| Water & Dust Resistance | Not specified | IP68 Waterproof & Dustproof | Drop-proof up to 1m | IP67 | IP67 Waterproof, Dustproof, & Floatable |
| Materials | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Aluminum, Nylon, Silicone, Powder-Coated Steel |
Features
| Specification | JBL Charge Essential 2 | JBL Charge 6 | LG XBOOM Grab | Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant |
| Lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow | Built-in AI lighting detects the tempo of your music and pulses automatically, turning a simple backyard barbecue into a vibrant visual experience. | N/A — no party lightshow |
| Party Features | N/A — not a party-speaker product | N/A — not a party-speaker product | N/A — not a party-speaker product | N/A — not a party-speaker product |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Charge Essential 2 | JBL Charge 6 | LG XBOOM Grab | Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Charge Essential 2 | Charge 6 | XBOOM Grab | SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
| Subwoofer | N/A — no subwoofer supplied | N/A — no subwoofer supplied | N/A — no subwoofer supplied | N/A — no subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A — no remote control supplied | N/A — no remote control supplied | N/A — no remote control supplied | N/A — no remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | USB charging cable | USB charging cable | USB charging cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A — portable design | N/A — portable design | N/A — portable design | N/A — portable design |
| Other Accessories | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation |
Design
| Specification | JBL Charge Essential 2 | JBL Charge 6 | LG XBOOM Grab | Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | Not specified | 229 × 99 × 94mm | Not specified | 9.04 x 20.14 x 5.23 cm |
| Weight | Not specified | Approx. 960–990g | Not specified | Not specified |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Charge Essential 2 | JBL Charge 6 | LG XBOOM Grab | Bose SoundLink Flex 2nd Gen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery | Not specified | Up to 24 Hours | Up to 28 Hours with Playtime Boost | Not specified | Not specified |
Specs
JBL Charge Essential 2 specifications
General
| Brand | JBL |
|---|---|
| Model | Charge Essential 2 |
| Announced | Not specified |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Color | Not specified |
Audio
| Speaker Configuration | Not specified |
|---|---|
| Drivers | Not specified |
| Frequency Response | Not specified |
| Total Power Output | Not specified |
| Maximum SPL | Not specified |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Not specified |
| Amplifier | Not specified |
| Audio Channels | Not specified |
| Sound Modes / EQ | Not specified |
| Audio Features | Not specified |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | Not specified |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth Range | Not specified |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | Not specified |
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker |
| Wired Inputs | Not specified |
| HDMI | N/A — portable speaker design |
| USB | Not specified |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | N/A — no microphone or guitar input |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Not specified |
| App Support | Not specified |
Power & Battery
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
|---|---|
| Battery | Not specified |
| Battery Life | Not specified |
| Charging Time | Not specified |
| Fast Charging | Not specified |
| Charging Port | Not specified |
| Power Consumption | Not specified |
Design & Controls
| Controls | Not specified |
|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | Not specified |
| Dimensions | Not specified |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Materials | Not specified |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement |
Features
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant |
|---|---|
| Lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow |
| Party Features | N/A — not a party-speaker product |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker |
| Special Features | Not specified |
What's in the Box
| Speaker / Soundbar | Charge Essential 2 |
|---|---|
| Subwoofer | N/A — no subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A — no remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A — portable design |
| Other Accessories | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation |