This Waterproof JBL Portable Speaker Is on Sale for $40 Right Now

A versatile portable speaker is a great addition to your summer kit, but while many speakers claim to be portable, many of them are surprisingly bulky, not very durable, or offer tinny sound. THE JBL Go 4 has none of these problems. It’s currently one of the best travel speakers in its price range, and right now it’s even cheaper on Amazon: At $40, it’s 20% off and its lowest price ever.

This little speaker is partially made from recycled materials, comes in a wide range of colors, measures just 3.7 x 3.0 x 1.7 inches, and weighs 6.7 ounces, about the same weight as an iPhone. It has an IP67 rating, making it dust-resistant and durable enough to be submerged in water during a beach trip or pool party.

The speaker features adjustable EQ and Auracast connectivity and a companion app to display battery level, enable PlaytimeBoost, and adjust other settings. You can expect up to 9 hours of battery life with PlaytimeBoost. The 45mm driver’s sound quality won’t match high-end speakers, but it delivers powerful bass and clear midrange compared to similarly sized drivers, and it can get quite loud. (Pro tip: If you want deeper bass, lay the speaker on its back rather than holding it vertically.)

If you don’t need audiophile-quality sound but want an ultra-compact, lightweight speaker with adjustable EQ, the pocket-sized JBL Go 4 is a smart companion for all your adventures and a great choice at its current price of less than $40. However, if you want improved bass, longer battery life, and more powerful sound (and don’t mind a slightly larger build), the JBL Clip 5 is a great upgrade, even though it’s almost double the price.