Tribit XSound Go Blue
Score: 65/100
JBL Go 4 Purple
Score: 74/100Rankings
The JBL Go 4 (purple) is a compact, IP67-rated speaker with Bluetooth 5.3, 7 h battery life and decent sound for its size, but it lacks a wired input and has limited volume reach.
The Tribit XSound Go offers a portable, waterproof solution with 24 h battery life and solid Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, but its modest 16 W output and limited bass make it best suited for personal or small-group listening.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 hoursbest | 7 hours | |
4,000 mAhbest | 850 mAh | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.5 hours | 3 hoursbest |
20 metersbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 380 g | 190 gbest |
16 wattsbest | 4.2 watts | |
40 mm | 45 mmbest | |
— | 90 Hzbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio Performance(2) | ||
Output Power (watts) | 16 watts | 4.2 watts |
Driver Size (mm) | 40 mm | 45 mm |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Auxiliary Input (3.5 mm) | true | false |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 24 hours | 7 hours |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 4000 mAh | 850 mAh |
Charging Time (hours) | 3.5 hours | 3 hours |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 380 g | 190 g |
IP Rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the XSound Go as a competent budget option that excels in portability, battery life and waterproof durability, but note its limited bass response and modest volume ceiling prevent it from competing with higher-end speakers.
Everyday users rate the speaker very highly, praising its long battery life, waterproof resilience and surprisingly big sound for its size, while noting issues with a stiff power button, hard-to-see controls, and occasional bass or pairing quirks.
Professional reviewers praise the Go 4 for its solid construction, upgraded Bluetooth 5.3 with Auracast, and surprisingly rich sound, while noting the modest battery capacity.
Users love its durability, waterproof performance and tiny footprint, but complain about the missing aux input and occasional Bluetooth glitches.
“Great little sound for around and on the go”
“Charge lasted all day”
“Water spilled on it and it survived”
