Question 1

Which is better, JBL Charge 5 or JBL Xtreme 3?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the JBL Charge 5 scores higher overall at 9.1/10. The JBL Charge 5 scored 9.1/10 and the JBL Xtreme 3 scored 8.5/10 in our Best Marine Bluetooth Speakers Waterproof 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the JBL Charge 5 worth it over the JBL Xtreme 3?

Accepted Answer

The JBL Charge 5 scores 9.1/10 while the JBL Xtreme 3 scores 8.5/10. The JBL Charge 5 is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Marine Bluetooth Speakers Waterproof 2026 category.

JBL Charge 5 vs JBL Xtreme 3: Which to Buy?