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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

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

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