While the Clip series has always been good, the much-improved battery life and the slight redesign make the Clip 3 a must-have for basically anyone. Whether you're the outdoorsy type who goes on hikes or just want to hang this in your shower, the Clip 3 nails almost every aspect of being a Bluetooth...

Great battery life; IPX7 waterproof build; Portable; Redesigned carabiner; Vocal quality in songs or podcasts is good; Connection strangth is solid

Lacking in bass; Charges via micro-USB; No high-quality streaming codecs

A near perfect combination of portability, performance, and price that is great for use in the shower or at the beach

Super compact; waterproof; good battery life; good sound quality given the size

A bit more expensive than other super-portable options; can sound tinny and hollow at high volumes; A bit more expensive than other super-portable options; can sound tinny and hollow at high volumes

The JBL Soundgear is a wearable Bluetooth speaker that delivers a solid audio experience, but it can occasionally distort on bass-heavy tracks.

Powerful, loud audio performance with crisp highs and rich lows; Solid stereo separation; Easy to operate.

Can distort on deep bass; Vibrations might annoy some wearers; Rigid build is awkward to place around neck at first.

: Save your money and buy the JBL Clip 2 instead

Improved battery life; Waterproof

No daisy chaining; Lacks 3.5mm aux lead

Save your money and buy the JBL Clip 2 instead

Improved battery life; Waterproof;

No daisy chaining; Lacks 3.5mm aux lead;

This is a no-brainer. For 60 bucks, I have yet to come across a waterproof speaker that is as durable, reliable or as loud as the JBL Clip 3. Party on.

Image 1 of 8 JBL is no novice when it comes to creating sound systems. It’s been in the game for nearly 70 years, manufacturing professional-grade speakers alongside consumer products.