Sonos Roam 2 vs JBL Flip 7
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The JBL Flip 7 and Sonos Roam 2 are top portable Bluetooth speakers, but they differ sharply in ruggedness, sound tuning, and smart features. Functionality and specs highlight key contrasts: The Flip 7 boasts IP68 dust/water resistance (superior to Roam 2s IP67), a 4800mAh battery for 14 hours of playtime (vs. Roam 2s 10 hours), redesigned tweeters, bass radiators, passive radiators, and AI Boost for distortion-free loudness with thumping bass.
Sonos Roam 2
Launch Date5/20/2024
Launch Price179 USD
Expert Reviews
78/100
13 experts
User Reviews
88/100
1370 users
Specifications
battery life Up to 10 hours
connectivity Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi
dimensions 168 x 62 x 60 mm
voice assistants Sonos Voice Control, Amazon Alexa
waterproof rating IP67
weight 0.43 kg
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for its size
- Seamless integration with Sonos ecosystem
- Durable and waterproof design
- Easy Bluetooth pairing with dedicated button
Cons
- Relatively short 10-hour battery life
- Higher price compared to some competitors
- No Google Assistant support
- Limited EQ options in app
JBL Flip 7
Launch Date4/5/2025
Launch Price149.95 USD
Expert Reviews
83/100
10 experts
User Reviews
93/100
1689 users
Specifications
battery life Up to 16 hours
bluetooth version 5.4
dimensions 182.5 x 69.5 x 71.5 mm
power 35W
waterproof rating IP68
weight 560g
Pros
- Improved sound quality
- More durable design
- Customizable EQ in app
- Lossless audio support
- Longer battery life
Cons
- Slightly more expensive than previous model
- No fast charging
- Still a mono speaker
- Bass performance limited by size
