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JBL Flip 3 Splashproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker Yellow
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.6
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Sound Quality
399speaker, sounds, speakers, jbl, loud
+93%
-7%
" ... Amazing sound power in a small piece ... "
" ... I love this speaker. ... "
" ... Excellent product and sound quality is excellent. ... "
" ... For a small package they do very well filling a room with music. ... would not be my first choice for classic rock or high volume listening. ... But for the size, portability, sound . ... "
" ... Awesome little speaker ... "
" ... The sound is REALLY good coming out of it ... "
" ... Great sound , perfect size couldn't be happier ! ... "
" ... I love this speaker. ... "
Volume
147loud, sound, volume, love this speaker, portable
+90%
-10%
" ... This speaker packs a big punch. ... "
" ... I love this speaker. ... "
" ... would not be my first choice for classic rock or high volume listening. ... "
" ... Awesome little speaker ... "
" ... I love this speaker. ... I haven't needed something much louder for outdoor use or around my house. ... "
" ... The sound that comes out of this speaker is so awesome sounds like a big stereo. ... "
" ... This speaker sounds awesone! ... "
" ... It is super loud and clear. ... "
Battery Life
95battery, battery life, lasts, hours, long
+76%
-24%
" ... Gives off good sound and stays charged for several hours. ... "
" ... Charge lasts forever on these!!! ... "
" ... 2) The battery lasts a decent amount of time. ... If I'm going to be at the park all day, I'll bring a battery pack to charge it with, but fully charged it will last all evening. ... "
" ... Using up to an hour at a time, a single charge of the battery lasts weeks. ... "
" ... Battery lasts a long time. ... "
" ... maintains power for many hours. ... "
" ... Great quality, excellent price price, battery longs and you can play music while charging it. ... "
" ... The battery lasts quite a while. ... "
Bluetooth
80speaker, speakers, jbl, connects, sound
+88%
-13%
" ... Overall it's a good speaker and I would buy another one if it's on sale again just to see if pairing them would work with the bass quality. ... "
" ... Connects to the phone bluetooth very fast and does not disconnect. ... "
" ... Great portable blue tooth speaker. ... "
" ... Best Bluetooth speaker out there! ... "
" ... you can get a Bluetooth speaker for half the price from walmart that sounds better . ... "
" ... I own other portable bluetooth speakers - I must say this is the best one that! ... "
" ... It came with diagrams for pairing it with another speaker but I just wanted to pair it with my phone for now. ... "
" ... This is my first blue tooth speaker and I am happy with it! ... "
Price
77money, speaker, worth, sound, sounds
+92%
-8%
" ... Great for the price! ... "
" ... I haven’t bought or used any comparably priced speakers, but it is hands down worth the value compared to the $40 speaker I bought prior to this one. ... "
" ... IT IS compare to the pill at half the price. ... "
" ... This is an outstanding speaker for the cost. ... "
" ... Worth every penny! ... "
" ... For the price, this is probably the best speaker of its kind on the market. ... "
" ... I got this on sale and it was totally worth it. ... "
" ... I think this is a better sounding speaker than other speakers I've owned or heard in this price range. ... "
Charging
76charging, speaker, charging port, anymore, stopped
+43%
-57%
" ... It doesnt hold the charge if you over charge it. ... "
" ... The battery no longer holds charge longer than 10 minutes and thus must permanently be tethered to the USB charging cable. ... "
" ... Battery will not charge after owning only 2 months ... "
" ... it doesn't charge!!!! ... "
" ... After 4 months, the unit is no longer charging . ... "
" ... I have owned it since August 24th and it won't hold a charge all. ... "
" ... Only worked for a few weeks before it stopped taking a charge. ... "
" ... Stopped holding a charge before owning it a month. ... "
Bass
74speaker, sound, base, highs, treble
+92%
-8%
" ... This speaker packs a big punch. ... "
" ... The sound quality of this speaker is pretty good if you like alot of treble but the bass is almost non existent after you turn the volume up. ... It's like the bass gets washed away the higher the volume goes because of how high the treble is. ... "
" ... Bass is certainly adequate for easy listening . ... "
" ... Good bass response. ... "
" ... High treble and rich bass out of such a small package. ... "
" ... It's clear on all highs and lows quality built. ... "
" ... Bass is nice ... "
" ... Great sound, good bass, surprisingly good battery life for such a small speaker, and is actually splash proof because I use it in the shower regularly and has yet to have any problems because of it. ... "
Device Compatibility
71connect, bluetooth, connects, devices, speakers
+86%
-14%
" ... Connects to the phone bluetooth very fast and does not disconnect. ... "
" ... The phone option is a great add on, and work just as well. ... "
" ... It came with diagrams for pairing it with another speaker but I just wanted to pair it with my phone for now. ... "
" ... I bought a $27 speaker for myself from another company, it's still working fine. ... "
" ... You cannot go wrong with this speaker. ... "
" ... Good sound for the size and it connects easily with all my devices. ... "
" ... I must use this 5 hours a day since I watch TV and listen to music with it. ... "
" ... Will be buying another to try the sync feature! ... "
Size
71speaker, size, sound, travel, carry
+97%
-3%
" ... This speaker packs a big punch. ... "
" ... But for the size, portability, sound . ... "
" ... Not too bulky or big. ... "
" ... love, love this little speaker. ... "
" ... It's cute, bright blue, and very portable. ... "
" ... It has a great sound, manageable size, and a great profile. ... "
" ... The shape fits and travels well in different travel bags and luggage. ... "
" ... Comparable to my expensive Bose - and much easier to travel with. ... "
Product Reliability
64year, stopped working, working, ago, sound
+27%
-73%
" ... Barely used it but after a few months it started making this weird noise for 50% of the time it was playing and it was so bad that i would end up just using earbuds instead. ... "
" ... This item never worked from purchase. ... "
" ... This product was great until it suddenly stopped working. ... "
" ... My JBL3 stopped working altogether after the first 3 months. ... "
" ... After 3 months it blew out on me . ... "
" ... Quit working within a year. ... The speaker cuts out and quits working and I'm getting the runaround. ... "
" ... I've had this for 2 months. ... "
" ... on the second day was already broken. ... "
Ease of Use
39easy, sound, super, sound and easy, use
+97%
-3%
" ... Super easy to setup. ... "
" ... I went to YouTube and found it was ridiculously easy to do. ... "
" ... Wonderful sound and easy to use. ... "
" ... Nice full sound and simple to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use and big, clear sound!! ... "
" ... It still sounds great and is super easy to operate. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to pair and use. ... "
As Gift
34birthday, husband, loves, christmas, likes
+97%
-3%
" ... Gave it as a gift, he really likes it. ... "
" ... Wife loves this. ... "
" ... I bought this as a Christmas present because I have one, it's the perfect pair for my ipod . ... "
" ... We have 2, and give them as gifts! ... "
" ... Bought this as a gift for my husband and he loves it! ... "
" ... This was a gift for my husband and I will be purchasing another one for myself. ... "
" ... gift for my granddaughter. ... "
" ... Gave this to my dad for a gift and he loves it! ... "
Capacity
32family, use, patio, around the house, garage
+97%
-3%
" ... Use it around the house alot!! ... "
" ... I haven't needed something much louder for outdoor use or around my house. ... "
" ... Bought this to use around thw house. ... "
" ... Great for doing work around the house or playing in the yard. ... "
" ... Love my JBL Flip, I want another for upstairs! ... "
" ... Family uses this all the time. ... "
" ... I use this all around the house. ... "
" ... I will probably eventually get a second one and have them in different rooms in my house. ... "
For Kids
30son, daughter, bought, christmas, wife
+97%
-3%
" ... Daughter loves her speakers works pretty good ... "
" ... cause my kids always take it!! ... "
" ... Wife loves this. ... "
" ... Now my daughter wants one! ... "
" ... Wife bought us one for Christmas last year. ... "
" ... Daughter loves the JBL Flip 3. ... "
" ... My kids love it and constantly ask for music during dinner and not the tv :) ... "
" ... My 14yr old loves it. ... "
Water Resistance
29waterproof, water, beach, water proof, splash proof
+97%
-3%
" ... I take this thing everywhere with me-when I travel, to the pool, to the park. ... "
" ... We took it kayaking and it got splashed several times without any issue. ... "
" ... We use this in the shower every day. ... "
" ... It has been splashed with sand and water at the beach several times but keeps working fine. ... "
" ... The Flip 4 is waterproof, but the two woofers on the side of the Flip 3 look better in my opinion. ... "
" ... This little gem is perfect for outside by the pool. ... "
" ... It even fits in the water bottle cage on my bike so I can ride and listen to tunes. ... The sound quality is rather good for something that’s so rugged, and waterproof. ... "
" ... Use it mainly outdoors. ... "
Build Quality
23durable, tough, speaker, sound, place
+65%
-35%
" ... 4) It feels durable like if a drunk friend drops it or kicks it it won't get broken. ... "
" ... I do worry about scratching the logo though. ... "
" ... I have dropped it several times. ... I have no doubt this tough little guy would last a long time in a less harsh environment. ... "
" ... The added string is a bonus and I’ve added a caribeaner so that I can clip it to railings, bag loops and hooks. ... "
" ... It traveled well(buy a case! ... "
" ... Good sound solid casing. ... "
" ... This one has hung tough! ... "
" ... Solid construction and easy to use. ... "
For Travel
22vacation, camping, beach, trips, sound quality
+95%
-5%
" ... If you're just looking for a speaker to take on Vacation, listen to while grilling outside or play in the house then this will do the trick. ... "
" ... Great for taking camping or just listening to music outdoors. ... "
" ... Every one algay asked me to take it with me to road trips or small reunions at friend's parties ... "
" ... The sound quality is great can't wait to use it wen I travel ... "
" ... Absolutely love this speaker I take it with me on long trips, no more trying to find something on the radio. ... "
" ... I take this to the beach, I take this to the pool, and I take it on road trips. ... "
" ... Great for travel too. ... "
" ... I has excellent sound quality and we use it all the time in our house and when we travel! ... "
Returns
19back, replacement, another, window, send
+11%
-89%
" ... Mine came really defective, couldnt return it so had to settle for meager partial refund, I think its better for you to just go buy it yourself in person. ... "
" ... and I cannot longer can return it . ... "
" ... I wanted to send it back bit could not find the box. ... "
" ... Of course I can't return because it's over thirty days. ... "
" ... I just returned it. ... "
" ... Sorry to say I sent it back. ... "
" ... Unable to return. ... "
" ... "Ineligible for return" . ... "
Marketplace
19product, expected, one, thank, purchase
+84%
-16%
" ... Better than I expected ... "
" ... The yellow speaker is exactly as pictured . ... "
" ... Thank you, Amazon, for carrying such an awesome product! ... "
" ... Got a refurbished for less than $70 on here and saw this same one as a Black Friday deal for $90 elsewhere . ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Great transaction and product !! ... "
" ... The only critique/advice I would give is this: since these are Amazon prime, and returns are free, purchase this one (the JBL Flip 3) as well as the JBL Flip 4 (which is only about $20 more) and compare them for battery life, side by side. ... "
" ... Better than I expected! ... "
Design
16love, sound, shape, looks, looking
+88%
-13%
" ... I ordered the yellow speaker (it's my favorite color) and love it! ... "
" ... 5) The color is pretty awesome ... "
" ... The Flip 4 is waterproof, but the two woofers on the side of the Flip 3 look better in my opinion. ... I do worry about scratching the logo though. ... "
" ... Its really nice looking. ... "
" ... Looks cool too! ... "
" ... The sound is of the upmost quality and the blue color is a great plus. ... "
" ... Might have looked further . ... "
" ... Love its shape and color! ... "
Delivery
15shipping, received, arrived, today, time
+93%
-7%
" ... Came the same day I ordered it I love it ... "
" ... Great transaction and product !! ... "
" ... Received in a timely manner. ... "
" ... The item is exactly as advertised & arrived promptly. ... "
" ... so far so good sounds great fast shipping ... "
" ... Great product, arrived on time ... "
" ... Arrived on time and as advertised. ... "
" ... When I received the product, I was thinking about how small it was and is this really going to work for us . ... "
Cables
14cord, charging, bluetooth, speaker, connect
+21%
-79%
" ... They just keep asking me, have you tried it with a cable . ... "
" ... You can't turn it on without wire plugged to power it. ... "
" ... not holding the cord very tight, until eventually we could not get the unit to charge. ... "
" ... I plug it in, even wiggle the cord around, but nothing. ... "
" ... I bought the speaker back in December and a couple months ago the bluetooth and cable connection started failing, it unpairs, or stops making a sound when connected with cable, I have tried charging it completely and everything but is does not work continuously, just from time to time ... "
" ... It came without a connector. ... "
" ... I have it for less than 2 years and the charching spot where i connect the cable is ruined ... "
" ... The music only come out of one area on the speaker and the charger cord broke instantly. ... "
Network
12one, house, lost, hear, feet
+83%
-17%
" ... Use it around the house alot!! ... "
" ... Bought this to use around thw house. ... "
" ... I use this all around the house. ... "
" ... I will probably eventually get a second one and have them in different rooms in my house. ... "
" ... I can hear the music clearly on another floor. ... "
" ... Great sound, easy to connect, and pretty good range 50 plus feet. ... "
" ... Use it to broadcast from my phone or iPad out to our patio/BBQ area. ... "
" ... Wellllll, I fired it up with one of my favorite recordings and it about knocked me off of my feet!! ... "
Fit
12small, place, little, holder, far
+75%
-25%
" ... i'ts perfect to go every place ... "
" ... Excellent sound and small enough to carry in purse or on belt. ... "
" ... The added string is a bonus and I’ve added a caribeaner so that I can clip it to railings, bag loops and hooks. ... "
" ... Fits anywhere and packs easily. ... "
" ... Easy to store or hold. ... "
" ... I ride my bicycle with this in the cup holder. ... "
" ... This is one of 6 small raffle prizes at our Church's Fall Festival. ... "
" ... Fits snugly up my ass for hands free jogging, a little uncomfortable at first, but with a little stretching it will slide right in. ... "
Color
11love, pretty, speaker, sound, plus
+100%
" ... I ordered the yellow speaker (it's my favorite color) and love it! ... "
" ... By the way, I LOVE THIS COLOR ... "
" ... 5) The color is pretty awesome ... "
" ... The sound is of the upmost quality and the blue color is a great plus. ... "
" ... Love its shape and color! ... "
" ... they come in all different colors. ... "
" ... Size and color are perfect! ... "
" ... Plus there's all sorts of cool colors that you can pick. ... "
Call quality
11phone, sound, music, hear, talking
+91%
-9%
" ... The sound is always clear and when I thought there was a problem with it, it turned out to be my phone and not the speaker. ... "
" ... Sound quality is very good, and I especially like the speakerphone feature as it is hard to hear while talking on my phone using the phone's speaker. ... "
" ... now she can talk on her cell phone without even holding her cell . ... "
" ... Good speaker,good voice! ... "
" ... Very pleased with this speaker. ... "
" ... very happy with speaker. ... "
" ... Excellent really enjoying it and the kids like to hear music on this rather than off there phones. ... "
" ... The sound is very good for this type of speaker. ... "
Setup
10setup, set, sound, instructions, connecting
+90%
-10%
" ... Super easy to setup. ... "
" ... Connection is quick and easy. ... "
" ... setup could have been easier or better explained, but once setup it is a NICE PRODUCT at a good price. ... "
" ... They offered me a coupon to their store. ... "
" ... Simple and easy to use, no issues connecting or doing what it is supposed to. ... "
" ... Easy set up and use. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
Bluetooth: Yes
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