JBL Charge 4

20 h, Rechargeable battery operated
Currently out of stock

Product details

JBL presents the JBL Charge 4, the portable Bluetooth speaker with powerful sound across the entire frequency spectrum and a built-in power bank to charge your devices. It features a proprietary speaker
driver, two JBL bass radiators and a powerful lithium-ion battery for up to 20 hours of playback time. Its powerful rechargeable 7,500 mAh lithium-ion battery provides up to 20 hours of playback time. The speaker has a convenient USB charging port to quickly charge your devices, such as your smartphone, so you always have power. Charge 4 features a rugged design and IPX7 waterproof exterior and is available in a range of cool colours. With JBL Connect+, it can be wirelessly connected to over 100 speakers compatible with JBL Connect+ for a superior listening experience.

Up to two smartphones or tablets can be wirelessly connected to the speaker for powerful sound. Take the Charge 4 with you to the beach or to the pool - it will withstand water splashes and even immersion in water without any problems.

The built-in rechargeable 7,500 mAh lithium-ion battery provides enough power for up to 20 hours of playback and charges devices via the USB port.

Key specifications

Protection type (IP code)
IPX7
Audio Connections
Jack 3.5mm Line In (1x)
Documents
Item number
10077275

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
JBLCHARGE4BLU
Release date
7.11.2018

Colour

Colour group
Blue
Exact colour description
Blue

Material

Material group
Plastic
Specific material description
Fabric
Rubber

Speaker properties

Audio channel
Mono
Nominal power
15 W
Frequency range
60 - 20000 Hz
Max. noise level
80 dB
Number of speakers
1 x
Protection type (IP code)
IPX7
Volume control
Touch
Application range
Mobile

Media playback properties

Playback source
External playback device
Bluetooth version
4.2

Connections

Audio Connections
Jack 3.5mm Line In (1x)

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated

Battery properties

Battery type
Li-ion
Battery life
20 h
Capacity
7500 mAh
Charging time
4 h
Battery size
Device specific

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
USB-C cable

Product dimensions

Length
9.50 cm
Width
22 cm
Height
9.30 cm
Weight
965 g

Package dimensions

Length
25.50 cm
Width
15 cm
Height
11.50 cm
Weight
1.42 kg

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Bluetooth speakers» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 2.Anker
  • 2.Technaxx
  • 4.JBL
  • 5.Divoom
  • 6.House of Marley

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 5.B&O
  • 5.Bose
  • 7.JBL
  • 8.UE
  • 9.Soundboks

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Bluetooth speakers» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 4.Hama
  • 5.Fresh'N Rebel
  • 6.JBL
  • 7.Marshall
  • 8.Bose
Source: Galaxus

Overall ratingVery good85/100
Very good89/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseJanuary 2019
  • PositivePowerbank-Funktion
  • PositiveKompakt und leicht
  • PositiveSatter und natürlicher Klang
  • NegativeKeine aptX-Unterstützung

Der JBL Charge 4 erweist sich in unserem Test als gutes Gesamtpaket. In Punkto Soundqualität kann es der Bluetooth-Lautsprecher zwar nicht ganz mit dem großen Bruder und Bestenlisten-Champion JBL Xtreme 2 aufnehmen. Dafür ist das Charge-Modell aber deutlich preiswerter. Bei immer noch gutem Klang und einer sehr guten Ausstattung ist das Leichtgewicht eine hochwertige Alternative.

Very good80/100Rank 1 out of 4
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Computer BildBluetooth-Lautsprecher Test - um 150 EuroReleaseMay 2019
  • PositiveEinfache Bedienung
  • Positivewasserdicht
  • PositiveUSB-Ladebuchse
  • NegativeBässe neigen zum Dröhnen
  • NegativeStimmen nasal verfälscht

In der Klasse um 150 Euro holt der JBL Charge 4 den Testsieg. Der kompakte Lautsprecher bietet für seine Größe einen ordentlichen Klang, ein wasserdichtes Gehäuse sowie einen USB-Ladeanschluss, der Smartphones und sogar Tablets betanken kann - perfekt für unterwegs. Der Preis-Leistungs-Sieger in dieser Preisklasse ist der wuchtige LG PK7 mit ordentlicher Akkulaufzeit, einfacher Bedienung und passablem...