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JBL Charge 4 reviews
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4.37out of 5
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Manufacturer codeJBLCHARGE4SQUAD
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About the JBL Charge 4
JBL JBLCHARGE4SQUAD is listed in the portable & party speakers category. The recorded specifications include speaker type: 1-way; connectivity technology: Wired & Wireless; bluetooth: Yes; rms rated power: 30 W. This entry covers manufacturer code JBLCHARGE4SQUAD. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The source lists Wired & Wireless connectivity. Check the actual inputs and supported devices before choosing accessories. Connection type alone does not establish sound quality, wireless delay or compatibility with a particular service.
- Speaker type
- 1-way
- Rated audio power (RMS)
- 30 W
- Connectivity technology
- Wired & Wireless
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Maximum stated battery life
- 20 h
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5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
Review covers JBL Charge 4. The product-data source links this original review and public model name to code JBLCHARGE4SQUAD. This link does not establish the reviewer’s tested colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 6 Oct 2026
TechRadar
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
Review covers JBL Charge 4. The product-data source links this original review and public model name to code JBLCHARGE4SQUAD. This link does not establish the reviewer’s tested colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 6 Oct 2026
SoundGuys
3.85 / 5Original rating: 7.7 / 10
Review covers JBL Charge 4. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code JBLCHARGE4SQUAD, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 30 Sep 2026
Pocket-lint
4.50 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 90%
No, it's not the prettiest Bluetooth speaker out there. But it is very portable, rugged, waterproof, has epic battery life, and sound that'll blow your socks off - especially considering its small scale. All that makes it easy to recommend the JBL Charge...
Supplier-linked review for JBL JBLCHARGE4SQUAD. Check the original for the tested configuration.
Read the full review ↗Excerpt and rating supplied through Icecat · Checked 25 Sep 2026
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4.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 80%
The fourth-generation model excels in all three of those areas, although the removal of a couple of useful features takes a little shine off an otherwise excellent product.The price you’ll pay for the JBL Charge 4 is determined by which colour you’re afte...
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Read the full review ↗Excerpt and rating supplied through Icecat · Checked 25 Sep 2026
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JBL Charge 4 specifications
Manufacturer code: JBLCHARGE4SQUAD · Icecat product 73041720 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Speaker type | 1-way |
|---|---|
| Rated audio power (RMS) | 30 W |
| Connectivity technology | Wired & Wireless |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Maximum stated battery life | 20 h |
| Weight | 965 g |
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Audio & listening6 details
| Audio channels | 2.0 channels |
|---|---|
| Number of speakers | 1 |
| Speakers RMS power | 30 W |
| Frequency range | 60 - 20000 Hz |
| Microphone in | No |
| Built-in microphone | No |
Processor, memory & storage1 detail
| Card reader integrated | No |
|---|
Connections & wireless3 details
| Bluetooth version | 4.2 |
|---|---|
| 3.5 mm connector | Yes |
| USB connectivity | Yes |
Power & battery6 details
| Power source type | Battery |
|---|---|
| Battery type | Built-in battery |
| Battery capacity | 27 Wh |
| Battery recharge time | 4 h |
| DC input voltage | 5 V |
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Product type | Stereo portable speaker |
|---|---|
| Product design | Cylinder |
| Product colour | Brown, Green, Grey, Yellow |
| Width | 220 mm |
| Depth | 95 mm |
| Height | 93 mm |
Further product details4 details
| AUX in | Yes |
|---|---|
| Recommended usage | Universal |
| Easy pairing | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories5 details
| Package width | 185 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 292 mm |
| Package height | 120 mm |
| Package weight | 1.41 kg |
| Cables included | USB Type-C |
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What is the listed speaker type for JBL Charge 4?
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What is the listed rms rated power for JBL Charge 4?
The source specification records rms rated power as 30 W. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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