86 facts in comparison
JBL Link Portable vs Sonos Roam
JBL Link Portable
Sonos Roam
Why is JBL Link Portable better than Sonos Roam?
- Has stereo speakers?
- 1 more microphone(s)?
2vs1 - Has a passive radiator?
- Has Chromecast built-in?
- Has Spotify Connect?
- Compatible with Google Assistant?
- Has USB Type-C?
Why is Sonos Roam better than JBL Link Portable?
- 52.53% less body volume?
624.96cm³vs1316.48cm³ - 3 more drivers?
4vs1 - 0.8 newer Bluetooth version?
5vs4.2 - 1 more USB ports?
2vs1 - 2h longer battery life?
10hvs8h - Has a sleep timer?
- Has a radio?
- Has wireless charging?
Price comparison
JBL Link Portable
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| JBL Flip 4, Black - Waterproof, Portable...JBL Flip 4, Black - Waterproof, Portable & Durable Bluetooth Speaker - Up to 12 Hours of Wireless Streaming - Includes Noise-Cancelling Speakerphone, Voice Assistant & JBL Connect+ | $90 | ||
| JBL FLIP 5, Waterproof Portable Bluetoot...JBL FLIP 5, Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Black | $100 | ||
| JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Wireless ...JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Bundle - (Pair) Black | $206 | ||
| JBL Clip 4: Portable Speaker with Blueto...JBL Clip 4: Portable Speaker with Bluetooth, Built-in Battery, Waterproof and Dustproof Feature - Black (JBLCLIP4BLKAM) | $50 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluet...JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black | $115 | ||
| JBL Link Portable Wireless Bluetooth Spe...JBL Link Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker IPX7 Waterproof Portable WIFI Speakers Powerful Bass Party Speaker Voice Assistant | $197 | ||
Sonos Roam
Buy used:
$200
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonos Roam - White (2-Pack) | $482 | ||
| Sonos Roam - Lunar White | $195 | ||
| Sonos Roam portable amplified wireless m...Sonos Roam portable amplified wireless music player (black) | $179 | ||
| Sonos Roam portable amplified wireless m...Sonos Roam portable amplified wireless music player (white) | $179 | ||
| New Anti-scratch Carrying Case Storage B...New Anti-scratch Carrying Case Storage Bag Protect Pouch Sleeve Cover Travel Case For Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker Shockproof | $6.89 | ||
| Anti-scratch Portable Storage Bag Protec...Anti-scratch Portable Storage Bag Protective Carrying Case Pouch Sleeve Travel Cover for Sonos Roam Wireless Speaker | $3.89 | ||
| Storage Bag Hard Portable EVA Wireless B...Storage Bag Hard Portable EVA Wireless Bluetooth-compatible Speaker Travel Carrying Case for Sonos-Roam | $5.18 | ||
| EVA Outdoor Travel Carrying Case Bag Cov...EVA Outdoor Travel Carrying Case Bag Cover for Sonos Roam Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Case with Strap | $6.38 | ||
| 41QA Speaker Cover Compatible with Sonos...41QA Speaker Cover Compatible with Sonos Roam Protective Cover Sweatproof Anti-fall | $3.98 | ||
Features
If you have a second speaker of the same type, you can pair them together to create a stereo sound setup.
It is compatible with Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant, allowing you to use voice commands to control the device from other Alexa-compatible devices.
It is compatible with Google Assistant, allowing you to use voice commands to control the device from other Google Assistant-compatible devices.
It is compatible with Apple's Siri voice assistant, allowing you to use voice commands to control the device from other Apple HomeKit-compatible devices.
AirPlay allows wireless connection of Apple devices with external screens or speakers. You may stream computer screen, video and music from iOS devices, play games like on consoles or present your slideshows easily on your TV.
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
It can recognize different people's voices. This allows it to respond with information tailored to that person.
Chromecast built-in is a technology that allows users to stream entertainment and apps from their phone, tablet, or laptop, straight to the Chromecast-enabled device.
Spotify Connect allows you to control the music playing on the speaker from the Spotify app on another device (when the devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network).
Sound quality
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
A passive radiator is a type of driver (speaker) that doesn't have a voice coil and a magnet. The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep bass tones.
Devices with a subwoofer have a higher quality, deeper bass.
Dolby Atmos is a surround sound technology that allows sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. By doing so, Dolby Atmos allows for immersive, 360-degree sound.
6.built-in subwoofer size
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Bigger subwoofers are capable of producing deeper bass sounds.
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. More drivers may result in better sound quality.
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
General info
An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack, i.e for MP3 or portable DVD/CD player.
With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction.
Wi-Fi 6, released in 2019, is based on the IEEE 802.11ax wireless LAN standard. Designed to operate in all frequency bands between 1 and 6 GHz, it offers higher data rates and lower latency compared to previous Wi-Fi technologies.
802.11ac wireless works on the 5GHz frequency range. It offers higher transfer rates, improved reliability, and improved power consumption. It provides advantages for gaming and HD video streaming.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
All DLNA-certified products are compatible with one another. When different devices are connected to the same network, data can be transferred easily between them.
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) is a wireless standard released in 2009. It has faster transfer rates and improved security compared to its predecessors – a, b, and g.
Design
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
2.megapixels (main camera)
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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sonos Roam)
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
3.resolution
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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sonos Roam)
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
4.screen size
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The bigger the screen size is, the better the user experience.
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product. We consider a smaller height better because it assures easy maneuverability.
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product. We consider a smaller width better because it assures easy maneuverability.
We consider a thinner chassis better because it makes the product more compact and portable. Thinness is a feature highlighted by many manufacturers of mobile devices, but it is essential for a wide range of products.
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
Miscellaneous
You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
With voice prompts, you will automatically receive information via audio messages – for instance, you may find out that the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.
The device has a standard memory slot (such as an SD or micro SD card slot) that enables you to extend the built-in internal storage with affordable memory modules, or easily retrieve data, such as photographs, from the memory card.
A standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards.
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
The device can connect at a greater distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.
With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices.
Price comparison
JBL Link Portable
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| JBL Flip 4, Black - Waterproof, Portable...JBL Flip 4, Black - Waterproof, Portable & Durable Bluetooth Speaker - Up to 12 Hours of Wireless Streaming - Includes Noise-Cancelling Speakerphone, Voice Assistant & JBL Connect+ | $90 | ||
| JBL FLIP 5, Waterproof Portable Bluetoot...JBL FLIP 5, Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Black | $100 | ||
| JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Wireless ...JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Bundle - (Pair) Black | $206 | ||
| JBL Clip 4: Portable Speaker with Blueto...JBL Clip 4: Portable Speaker with Bluetooth, Built-in Battery, Waterproof and Dustproof Feature - Black (JBLCLIP4BLKAM) | $50 | ||
| JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluet...JBL Charge 4 - Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black | $115 | ||
| JBL Link Portable Wireless Bluetooth Spe...JBL Link Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker IPX7 Waterproof Portable WIFI Speakers Powerful Bass Party Speaker Voice Assistant | $197 | ||
Sonos Roam
Buy used:
$200
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonos Roam - White (2-Pack) | $482 | ||
| Sonos Roam - Lunar White | $195 | ||
| Sonos Roam portable amplified wireless m...Sonos Roam portable amplified wireless music player (black) | $179 | ||
| Sonos Roam portable amplified wireless m...Sonos Roam portable amplified wireless music player (white) | $179 | ||
| New Anti-scratch Carrying Case Storage B...New Anti-scratch Carrying Case Storage Bag Protect Pouch Sleeve Cover Travel Case For Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker Shockproof | $6.89 | ||
| Anti-scratch Portable Storage Bag Protec...Anti-scratch Portable Storage Bag Protective Carrying Case Pouch Sleeve Travel Cover for Sonos Roam Wireless Speaker | $3.89 | ||
| Storage Bag Hard Portable EVA Wireless B...Storage Bag Hard Portable EVA Wireless Bluetooth-compatible Speaker Travel Carrying Case for Sonos-Roam | $5.18 | ||
| EVA Outdoor Travel Carrying Case Bag Cov...EVA Outdoor Travel Carrying Case Bag Cover for Sonos Roam Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Case with Strap | $6.38 | ||
| 41QA Speaker Cover Compatible with Sonos...41QA Speaker Cover Compatible with Sonos Roam Protective Cover Sweatproof Anti-fall | $3.98 | ||
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