
Alternatively the Charge 5 features ridged rubber lines that run diagonal across that same location. The JBL Charge 4 has a flat base that's roughly four inches wide that sits at the bottom of the speaker. One of the bigger differences on the outside between the Charge 5 and the Charge 4 is the stand. Both feel tough, it's just that the external passive radiators on the JBL Charge 5 feel tougher. While the external passive radiators on both speakers have the same look and shape, the passive radiators on the JBL Charge 5 feel a bit more sturdy and like they have less give than those on the JBL Charge 4. Additionally, the end caps on the Charge 5 have much more of a rubbery feel to them, whereas on the Charge 4 they feel more like plastic, and therefore I'd assume they have a higher likelihood of cracking.

The rubber end caps on the end of the speaker on the JBL Charge 5 stick out from the speaker unlike on the JBL Charge 4, which means that if you stand it vertically the Charge 5 will lean to one side.
JBL CHARGE 4 VS CHARGE 5 PORTABLE
Both the Charge 4 and the Charge 5 feature the same wire mesh covering that gives JBL's line of portable Bluetooth speakers its distinct look while keeping all of the internal parts safe and helping it hold up under tough conditions. It shouldn't be enough to affect your decision, but the JBL Charge 5 is the slightly smaller of the two Bluetooth speakers. The JBL Charge 4 and the JBL Charge 5 have almost the exact same size dimensions, with both measuring in around 8.7-inches wide, 3.7-inches tall and 3.7 inches deep, and weighing in at just a little over two pounds. First let's look at the build and form factor of each device. And a quick note before we get into the description that if you do want to purchase either the JBL Charge 5 or the JBL Charge 4, I'll include links you can do that through in the description. In this video we'll look at build and form factor, button access and features, power and ports, and I'll also do a sound comparison. While there are a lot of similarities between the two portable Bluetooth speakers, there are some major differences that may affect which one best meets your needs. I'm Max Dalton and in this video I'll compare the JBL Charge 4 to the JBL Charge 5 to help you determine which JBL Bluetooth speaker is right for you. (affiliate) JBL Charge 4: (affiliate) JBL Charge 5: Timestamps: Introduction: 0:00 Build and Form Factor: 0:41 Button Access: 2:59 Sound Comparison: 5:29 Power and Ports: 8:47 Additional Considerations: 10:46 My Recommendation: 11:25 Conclusion: 12:20 Support this channel by becoming a member: Video Transcript: What's up, everyone.

In this video I'll compare the JBL Charge 4 to the JBL Charge 5 to help you determine which JBL Bluetooth speaker is right for you.
