39points

JBL GO

53points

JBL Go 3

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JBL GO vs JBL Go 3

JBL GO
JBL Go 3

Why is JBL GO better than JBL Go 3?

  • 35.81% less body volume
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    173.97 cm³vs271.03 cm³
  • Has an AUX input
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  • 1 hours shorter charge time
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    1.5 hoursvs2.5 hours
  • Has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
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  • Has a 3.5mm male connector
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  • 79 g lighter
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    130 gvs209 g
  • 6.7 mm shorter
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    68.3 mmvs75 mm
  • 4.8 mm narrower
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    82.7 mmvs87.5 mm

Why is JBL Go 3 better than JBL GO?

  • 70 Hz lower low-frequency
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    110 Hzvs180 Hz
  • Has a passive radiator
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  • Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
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  • 1.2W more audio output power
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    1 x 4.2Wvs1 x 3W
  • Is dustproof and water-resistant
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  • 7 mm bigger driver unit
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    47 mmvs40 mm
  • 1 newer Bluetooth version
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    5.1vs4.1
  • 25% more battery power
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    750 mAhvs600 mAh

Price comparison

User reviews

Overall rating

JBL GO
7.7
3 User reviews
JBL GO
7.7/10
3 User reviews
JBL Go 3
8.9
14 User reviews
JBL Go 3
8.9/10
14 User reviews

Features

Build quality

10.0/10
2 votes
9.4/10
12 votes

Sound quality

8.0/10
3 votes
8.9/10
12 votes

Design

6.0/10
3 votes
9.0/10
12 votes

Value for money

7.3/10
3 votes
9.2/10
12 votes

Portability

10.0/10
3 votes
9.8/10
12 votes

Comments

richard

richard

2 years ago

9 / 10

perfecte speaker, beter dan de go 2!

richard

richard

2 years ago

9 / 10

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Artcushion

Artcushion

1 year ago

8 / 10

Amazing speaker for it's price.

Artcushion

Artcushion

1 year ago

8 / 10

This speaker is a fabulous choice for it's price.

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Caroline

Caroline

2 months ago

6 / 10

Simple and easy to handle

Caroline

Caroline

2 months ago

6 / 10

Everything good except the USB.

Pros

  • Automatic turn off

Cons

  • No USB-C
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Design

Ingress Protection (IP) rating

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IP67

The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
volume

173.97 cm³

271.03 cm³

Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. More drivers may result in better sound quality.
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
has a neodymium magnet
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
travel bag is included
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
has a touch screen
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.

Sound quality

has stereo speakers
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has a subwoofer
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
Devices with a subwoofer have a higher quality, deeper bass.
highest frequency

20000 Hz

20000 Hz

The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
lowest frequency

180 Hz

110 Hz

The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
audio output power

1 x 3W

1 x 4.2W

Audio output power is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts. High audio output power results in loud, clear sounds.
Has a passive radiator
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
A passive radiator is a type of driver (speaker) that doesn't have a voice coil and a magnet. The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep bass tones.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)

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85 dB

Signal-to-noise ratio is a measure that compares the level of a desired signal (meaningful information) to the level of background noise (unwanted signal), the bigger the less perceived noise.

Power

battery power

600 mAh

750 mAh

Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Battery life

5 hours

5 hours

The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
charge time

1.5 hours

2.5 hours

The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
has a battery level indicator
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has a rechargeable battery
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
has a removable battery
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
has wireless charging
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
operating power consumption

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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (JBL Go 3)

How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
annual power consumption

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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (JBL Go 3)

The more power per year a device consumes, the less energy efficient it is, making it more costly over time.

Connectivity

multipoint count

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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (JBL Go 3)

Multipoint allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has an AUX input
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack, i.e for MP3 or portable DVD/CD player.
has aptX Lossless
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
has LDAC
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX Adaptive
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX HD
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).

Features

Can be used wirelessly
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
supports a remote smartphone
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.
has voice commands
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
Has a radio
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
Has voice prompts
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
With voice prompts, you will automatically receive information via audio messages – for instance, you may find out that the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
has a mute function
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
works as a power bank
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
The power bank feature allows you to use the battery to charge other devices, such as your smartphone.
has a sleep timer
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
A sleep timer is a function that shuts off the power after a preset amount of time.
internal storage

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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (JBL Go 3)

The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.

Miscellaneous

supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
JBL GO
JBL Go 3
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) is a wireless standard released in 2009. It has faster transfer rates and improved security compared to its predecessors – a, b, and g.

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