Grip
JBLReleased Sep 1, 2025 · Analysis updated Apr 7, 2026
Compact Bluetooth speaker with built-in light, IP68 water and dust resistance, and 12-hour battery life. The JBL Grip scores 82/100 based on 14 expert reviews in the portable speakers category. Coverage includes reviews from T3, Letemsvetemapplem, Futurefive, and Latestintech.
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What's this?based on 14 expert reviews
Pros
- Handy built-in light(8)
- Compact and portable design(7)
- Ip68 water and dust rating(6)
- Good battery life(5)
- Up to 12 hours of playtime(5)
Cons
- No usb-c cable included(4)
- Can't sync light to beat(3)
- Flip 7 offers better value and performance(2)
14 Publication Reviews
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The JBL Grip sees JBL take a firm, er, grip on the speaker market with a new option that should suit loads of people.
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The JBL Grip is a hit that successfully fills a gap in the brand's portfolio, combining JBL's signature sound with extreme durability and smart features in a compact, eco-friendly design.
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The JBL Grip is a compact, lightweight Bluetooth speaker that delivers powerful sound quality with clear bass and treble, enhanced by AI Sound Boost technology and customizable ambient lighting.
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The JBL Grip is a compact, durable portable Bluetooth speaker that delivers surprisingly full sound with customizable lighting, making it an ideal companion for outdoor adventures and everyday use.
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The JBL Grip portable Bluetooth speaker delivers excellent sound quality with improved clarity and detail, making it a significant upgrade from older, cheaper speakers.
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The JBL Grip is a compact portable Bluetooth speaker with IP68 protection, 16W output with AI Sound Boost, up to 12 hours of playtime, and an ergonomic design made with recycled materials.
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The JBL Grip is a grab-and-go Bluetooth speaker built for bold sound and rugged adventure with IP68 protection and up to 12 hours of playtime.
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The JBL Grip is a small, lightweight Bluetooth speaker that delivers good sound quality and is an easy purchase for its price.
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The JBL Grip is a fun entry into the audio giant’s large array of Bluetooth speakers, boasting an ultra-durable, attractive, and slim build, which is instantly eye-catching.
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JBL's Grip Bluetooth speaker doubles as a snazzy reading light with customizable ambient lighting and promises 'pro sound' at a 'fuller volume' compared to rival speakers.
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The JBL Grip is a compact, durable Bluetooth speaker with punchy output and a built-in light, but it's overshadowed by the superior Flip 7 which offers better bass and value.
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The JBL Grip is a portable Bluetooth speaker with more volume than you'd expect, offering good portability and decent sound for its size, though it's slightly expensive and the audio quality is just o...
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