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JBL Pulse 3 Wireless Bluetooth Waterproof Speaker Black
Last Updated: May 16, 2022 (Refresh Now)
8.1
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/10
Total Reviews
950
Old Reviews
667
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Review Analysis - 223 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Sound
117sound quality, jbl, bass, speakers, lights
+90%
-10%
" ... It has an amazing sound with just the right amount of bass. ... The sound on the speaker sounds more dynamic used indoors. ... Great speaker all around. ... I'm a huge JBL fan. ... This off you who like JBL know that JBL speakers at max volume well the bass just levels out. ... The highs and mids get louder but the bass just fades away. ... It's all around a great listening experience. ... The ease to pair both speakers together is effortless. ... The bass is louder, mids and highs more crisp and clear. ... "
" ... This is the only speaker you need. ... Sound is great and lasts a whole party with party lights. ... "
" ... I have a JBL flip 4 that has way more bass than this thing and it’s at least one and a half times the size. ... "
" ... I would recommend this to everyone just because it can get really loud for any occasion and you can also sync more speakers if needed. ... "
" ... sound is amazing!! ... "
" ... the best speaker and ... "
" ... This speaker is all around great!! ... "
" ... The sound quality and bass is incredible! ... "
Battery
37battery life, battery, hours, lasts, jbl
+59%
-41%
" ... It also has different colors that are available and the charge lasts a while, for a speaker that uses LED lighting. ... Plus, it doesn't take too long to charge either. ... "
" ... Sound and battery life are good and its way better than any other small speaker that I've used bc it adds a dimension of fun. ... "
" ... Gave it to my boyfriend as a birthday gift and he loves it ❤️ Sounds is pretty good, the battery is awesome and feels authentic ... "
" ... I give it four stars because the battery life seems on the shorter side than other BT speakers that I have owned. ... "
" ... The sounds is perfect and battery life is great . ... "
" ... Last for about 1 hour on a full charge. ... "
" ... He hasn’t had any complaints on the battery life so far & both my parents really enjoy the light show that dances w/the music. ... "
" ... Amazing speaker, great quality sound and battery life is awesome had in on the beach playing continuously for 6 hours and still had a lot of juice left. ... "
Body
29water resistance, waterproof, water proof, speaker, portable speaker
+86%
-14%
" ... Best portable speaker I have ever had. ... "
" ... I bought this primarily for the lights and water proof-ness as my three year old likes music and dancing and destroying things in random and surprising ways. ... The water resistance is real . ... "
" ... Went on a kayak and flipped and it didnt get any damage so far so good ... "
" ... It is water and sand proof and it has great colors to light up any party you have. ... We always have beach parties with this. ... "
" ... I can’t comment on the waterproof aspect right now because we haven’t had anything to judge it on, hopefully we never do but if that happens I will update my comments to let you know! ... "
" ... I cannot leave a star rating on the "waterproof" portion as I've not attempted getting it wet for fear of breaking it more. ... "
" ... It's definitely not waterproof, however, since a friend dropped his into a pool and the speaker was toast after that. ... "
" ... I haven't had it near water to check the water proof part but I am really happy so far really happy with this product! ... "
Usage
24fun, loves, easy to set, use, still
+96%
-4%
" ... Bought for my daughter! ... "
" ... I have one my daughter has one. ... "
" ... Her absolutely loves it. ... "
" ... It's extremely easy to set up bluetooth to it, and to easily link other JBL speakers to it. ... "
" ... It’s so much fun to listen to your favorite tunes on the JBL PULES 3! ... "
" ... We are using it for our personal entertainment, to use on the deck, garage and when we travel. ... "
" ... I use it all the time and it just makes listening to music way more fun. ... "
" ... Loved the first one so much, that I purchased three more as gifts for family members . ... "
Connectivity
21bluetooth, speakers, jbl, connect, sync
+62%
-38%
" ... I love everything about Wireless Bluetooth Speaker.love the changing of colors. ... "
" ... It's extremely easy to set up bluetooth to it, and to easily link other JBL speakers to it. ... "
" ... I also found the stereo pairing setting glitchy and stop starting. ... "
" ... Love that you can sync with other speakers ... "
" ... I like connect Plus better ... "
" ... It is also waterproof and allows the option for surround sound and to connect to multiple JBL speakers. ... I know for a fact it is not a bad wireless/Bluetooth connection as I tried with both a wired and wireless connection using multiple phones. ... "
" ... I love this wireless speaker!! ... "
" ... Big sound from a little BT speaker. ... "
Marketplace
14sale, return window, refund, unfortunately, time
+50%
-50%
" ... We are returning it. ... "
" ... We bought one and it cracked and was replaced ... And not the replacement is cracked ... "
" ... I bought this in july 2020, so I unfortunately can't refund it . ... "
" ... Wish they’d actually offer a refund to make it right. ... "
" ... Maybe one of my units is defective but nowhere in the mass of packaging and paperwork in the box could I find a number to call. ... Not like I really want to deal with the aggravation of losing my amazon return window. ... "
" ... When I tried to return I was past my return window. ... I wouldn’t recommend this seller honestly. ... "
" ... i should have returned it. ... "
Color
14love, sound, color, change, vibrant
+100%
" ... I wish the lights had more controls like duh why is there no STILL and SINGLE COLOR options? ... "
" ... like the colors ... "
" ... I love the sound effects and change colors. ... "
" ... The light display is fun and I enjoy the fact that you can customize the colors and patterns. ... "
" ... 12/31/2020-The color changes are very cool. ... "
" ... I love that you can change the colors and the sound is great! ... "
" ... The LED controls are great but definitely need some more options and color. ... "
" ... The colors are vibrant and you can customize the colors and the way they appear! ... "
Battery / Charging
14jbl, charging, charger, battery life, stay charged
+29%
-71%
" ... Battery dies quicky and doesn’t play while it’s on the charger. ... "
" ... SMH this item’s battery only lasts 2-3 hours after unplugging from charge source. ... "
" ... But now not even six months later it won't charge therefore not working! ... "
" ... I absolutely loved this speaker, however the battery life slowly deteriorated over the course of 2 months until it completely stopped charging all together. ... "
" ... after regular use, by last month (5 months from the time I purchased), it could only hold a charge for around 1 hour. ... I only used the included orange jbl cable/box to charge it, so I'm not sure what happened. ... "
" ... I thought maybe it needs a charge . ... well it’s been on the charger 3-hours now and still dead as ever. ... "
" ... I've only had it for 4 months and it will not take a charge. ... Bad charging port ... "
" ... Now it doesn’t charge. ... "
Reliability
12speaker, months, defective, within, stopped working
+25%
-75%
" ... It worked for the first couple of months. ... "
" ... It’s a scam and stopped working after using it twice for background music ... "
" ... (while its actually working) ... "
" ... This broke within 1 week of using it. ... "
" ... We bought one and it cracked and was replaced ... "
" ... Went to play it today, 6/2/2020 and after 2 hours totally dead. ... I am so disappointed with this product, the distributor and Amazon for allowing a third party to rip folks off by selling faulty electronics under the Amazon name. ... "
" ... It quit working 3 months after purchase. ... "
" ... But now not even six months later it won't charge therefore not working! ... "
Features
12light show, cool, options, turn, controls
+83%
-17%
" ... I wish the lights had more controls like duh why is there no STILL and SINGLE COLOR options? ... "
" ... Light show is pretty cool though. ... "
" ... Lights are sweet. ... "
" ... The LED controls are great but definitely need some more options and color. ... "
" ... very cool lights ... "
" ... Love the lights! ... "
" ... The lights are an added bonus. ... "
Price
11worth, waste, spent, price, definitely
+64%
-36%
" ... They are worth every penny spent since the audio quality is next level. ... "
" ... I purchased the JBL brand because it's always been a reliable brand with great sound for the price. ... "
" ... You can't beat it at that price! ... "
" ... I enjoy the product delivers good sound for the money. ... "
" ... IT’S TOTALLY WORTH IT! ... "
" ... This was definitely worth it. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
7refund, unfortunately, returning, returned, past
-100%
" ... We are returning it. ... "
" ... We bought one and it cracked and was replaced ... "
" ... I bought this in july 2020, so I unfortunately can't refund it . ... "
" ... Wish they’d actually offer a refund to make it right. ... "
" ... Not like I really want to deal with the aggravation of losing my amazon return window. ... "
" ... When I tried to return I was past my return window. ... "
" ... i should have returned it. ... "
Software
5jbl, mode, connect, turn, speaker
+80%
-20%
" ... Even better when the flip 4 works because they connect through party mode in the jbl app. ... "
" ... UPDATED REVIEW 10/4/2021 ... "
" ... This little speaker offers great sound quality and a cool light show that is customized by an app. ... "
" ... Set this up, pair it all together through the JBL Connect app and let it rock the party. ... "
Size
5speaker, use, travel, sure, size
+100%
" ... I’m a big fan of JBL anyway but this portable speaker is loud for its size ... "
" ... We are using it for our personal entertainment, to use on the deck, garage and when we travel. ... "
" ... Best portable speaker I have ever had. ... "
" ... The carrying case is a must have to keep your speaker safe. ... Makes it easy to carry speaker around. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
5sale, time, picture, days, company
+80%
-20%
" ... No need to take a picture of it . ... "
" ... I was lucky and picked this up when Amazon had a sale: $150. ... "
" ... Llego en perfecto estado, es original y de muy buen sonido. ... "
" ... Seller with very fast shipping, thanks, A++ recommended 100% ... "
Design
3really, quality, looks, light show, good
+100%
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Specifications
Connectivity
Bluetooth: Yes
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