Marshall Emberton II
Score: 89/100
JBL Charge 6
Score: 89/100Rankings
The Emberton II delivers long-lasting battery life, rugged IP67 protection and 360° true stereophonic sound in a stylish, compact package, but lacks a microphone, aux input and advanced codecs.
The JBL Charge 6 is a rugged, high-performance speaker with 28 h battery life, IP68 durability, AI-enhanced sound and a built-in powerbank, but its size and weight make it less portable.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 hoursbest | 28 hours | |
— | 4,722 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 hoursbest | 3 hoursbest |
10 metersbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 118 gbest | 990 g |
20 watts | 45 wattsbest | |
50.8 mmbest | — | |
60 Hzbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio Performance(1) | ||
Output Power (watts) | 20 watts | 45 watts |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 30 hours | 28 hours |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 118 g | 990 g |
IP Rating | IP67 | IP68 |
Water Resistance Depth (meters) | 1 meters | 1.5 meters |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the rich, full-range sound, rugged build and long battery, while criticizing the missing microphone, limited codec support and DSP-induced sound changes at high volume.
Everyday users love the impressive sound quality, extended battery life and durable design, though they note the absence of a speakerphone and occasional DSP-related tonal shifts.
Professional reviewers praise the Charge 6 for its AI-driven audio processing, industry-leading IP68 durability, marathon battery and lossless audio via USB-C, while noting its bulk.
Everyday users love the deep bass, rugged build and marathon battery, but miss an included charging cable and note occasional powerbank hiccups.
“Battery lasts forever - I've used it for two full days at a camping trip.”
“The bass is deep and punchy - sounds much bigger than it looks.”
“Love the carrying strap - makes it easy to take anywhere.”
