JBL Go 3 - Portable Mini Bluetooth Speaker, big audio and punchy bass, IP67 waterproof and dustproof, 5 hours of playtime, speaker for home, outdoor and travel (Black)

I bought this last summer on Prime Day on sale for $30. I also bought a $90 speaker from an off brand at the same time that was much bigger. This JBL at 1/3 of the price and 1/4 of the size and outperformed that other speaker in pretty much every way. It is smaller, more portable, cheaper, and has a higher quality build than the off brand. I can listen to either podcasts or music on this speaker and both sound good with a decently high volume. This can't be used as a party speaker or anything where you are really trying to fill a large room with sound, but for working outside nearby, taking a shower, or just hanging out in the living room listening to some music this is a good option.It is water resistant so I can use it in the shower just fine. I've accidentally dropped it from a height of about 4'-5' more than once with no damage or issues, it seems as good as new other than some paint I accidentally got on it once when painting a room. The volume control and play buttons are well marked, easy to access, and easy to use. They give you a nice "click" when you press them for tactile feedback. The power and Bluetooth buttons are also well designed and give similar feedback and you won't likely accidentally press one of them.The biggest cons are that the Bluetooth connection does not show the battery charge level so you just have to use it for a while and charge it when it dies, or whenever you think about it. The battery does last at least one full work day. I can't say for sure exactly how long it lasts since I tend to use it for a few hours at a time rather than all day, but it lasts for at least several days of a few hours at a time with no issues. I would have liked it to display the charge percentage either on the device or on the bluetooth status bar on my phone though.This speaker also doesn't have a lot of bass to it. It has enough for a non-audiophile to enjoy all types of music including rock and metal, but no one would confuse this for something with a subwoofer. It also gets fairly loud for its size, but won't work well for playing music at a house party or backyard party where you want to fill an area with music. Use this more a personal, portable speaker and you should be happy with the purchase.I've had this speaker about 9 months now and would highly recommend it to someone looking for a good quality small Bluetooth Speaker for either music, podcasts, or audiobooks.

I absolutely love my JBL! This little speaker may be compact, but it packs a huge sound. The audio is crisp and clear, with surprisingly deep bass for its size. Whether I’m listening to music, podcasts, the sound quality is excellent.One of the best features is its portability—it’s lightweight, easy to carry, and fits right in my bag. The battery life is fantastic, lasting hours on a single charge, and the Bluetooth connection is quick and reliable. Plus, it’s water-resistant, so I can take it to the pool or on hikes without worrying about a little splash.If you’re looking for a compact, high-quality speaker that’s perfect for on-the-go use, this is it! Highly recommend!

The perfect gift for a music lover to carry everywhere! Great value for the money. Sturdy/ waterproof and sound quality is amazing! Well designed and lightweight! Very happy with my purchase!

I've continually been on the quest for good enough good sound with smaller, lighter, more portable for quick vacation trips. This one has been a very good find with a great mix of sound, battery life and portability. I would go even smaller if I could, but this one has been the perfect mix for me on all aspects of cost, size, sound, weight, portability and durability.

Jbl makes a quality product, even at this price point the sound is clear, crisp, and it charges quickly and holds it charge well. Easy to connect to my phone,

This is a compact size with decent volume- great for attaching to your bike, backpack, jogging belt instead of head phones and even for pop up dance parties. Works nicely as a gift add-on ( like a stocking stuffer).

Great sounding small speaker. This is my go to speaker for bike riding. It is sealed for water and works in the rain, seems to last about 4 hours for me as I typically have the volume to max. I live in Alaska and chose to ride my bike in the back country I play music to let the bears know I am in the area, so far has worked. No matter your task it would be hard to find a better quality speaker with this quality for less money. I have two of these one about 3 years old (works great) and a new one because I didn't want to be without this speaker.

People are always a little surprised when I pull this little box out and turn it on. One friend bought one immediately after hearing this. Now if you're and audiophile, you might not be as impressed, however it's a good value and super handy to throw in your backpack or luggage. Place on the floor near a wall by something that the sound can bounce off and produce a slightly better sound.