JBL · Updated June 2026
JBL Flip 6: price, specs & release date
JBL Flip 6, released 2021. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: manua.ls verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The JBL Flip 6 is listed at $129.95 on manua.ls as of 2026-06-27, the cheapest portable speakers (median $179.99); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 54/100 pay-blind standing, #9 of 20 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the JBL Flip 6 a good buy?
At $130, the JBL Flip 6 is the cheapest of the 15 portable speakers we track, where the median is $179.99. On the spec sheet, its bluetooth of 5.1 is the lowest of the 17, its battery hr of 12 is below the median of the 20, and its weight of 1.21 lb is below the median of the 15. By release date, it is the oldest of the 17 we date.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $129.95 US launch MSRP $129.95. WhatHiFi showed $130; EU launch €139 per TechRadar NL review (Dec 2021). Note: superseded by JBL Flip 7 (2025, $150) but still widely sold. |
|---|---|
| Brand | JBL |
| Released | 2021 |
| Battery hr | 12 |
| IP rating | IP67 |
| Drivers | 1×80mm woofer + 1×16mm tweeter |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 |
| Weight (lb) | 1.21 |
| Stereo pairing | Yes |
| Aux (in) | No |
Source: manua.ls (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by global.techradar.com. Specs cross-confirmed: BT 5.1, 12 h, 550 g / 1.21 lb, woofer 80 mm + tweeter 16 mm, 20 W RMS woofer + 10 W RMS tweeter, battery 4800 mAh. IP rating CORRECTED to IP67 (was IPX7): official JBL Flip 6 spec sheet (jbl.com PDF) states 'IP67 waterproof and dustproof' — the Flip 6 upgraded from the Flip 5's IPX7 to add dust protection. Amazon's listing title showing IPX7 is in error vs JBL's own spec sheet and reviews (SoundGuys, What Hi-Fi). 12 h playtime, BT 5.1, €139 EU launch confirmed by TechRadar NL; WhatHiFi confirmed $130 US price. No aux input (USB-C only). PartyBoost stereo pairing confirmed.
Is the JBL Flip 6 worth it vs cheaper portable speakers?
JBL Flip 6 against its closest cheaper and pricier portable speakers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 15 ranked
| Product | Price | Battery hr | IP rating | Drivers | Bluetooth | Weight (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JBL Flip 6 this | $129.95 | 12 | IP67 | 1×80mm woofer + 1×16mm tweeter | 5.1 | 1.21 |
| UE Boom 4 | $149.99 | 15 | IP67 | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the JBL Flip 6 cost?
The JBL Flip 6 has a US price of $129.95 (US launch MSRP $129.95. WhatHiFi showed $130; EU launch €139 per TechRadar NL review (Dec 2021). Note: superseded by JBL Flip 7 (2025, $150) but still widely sold.), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the JBL Flip 6 compare on price?
At $130, the JBL Flip 6 is the cheapest of the 15 portable speakers we track, where the median is $179.99.
When was the JBL Flip 6 released?
The JBL Flip 6 was released 2021.
What are the JBL Flip 6's key specs?
JBL Flip 6 (JBL): battery hr 12, ip rating IP67, drivers 1×80mm woofer + 1×16mm tweeter, bluetooth 5.1, weight lb 1.21. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $129.95 at manua.ls, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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