Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 vs JBL Go 5

The JBL Go 5 and the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 approach portable playback in different ways, giving them different strengths, though the Ultimate Ears will still be better for most use cases. The Ultimate Ears features a 360-degree design that greatly improves its directivity and provides a more even listening experience across different angles compared to the JBL. It also has a longer battery life, can get a bit louder at top volume, and can output more bass-range frequencies. Still, the JBL remains the more portable option as it's smaller and lighter. Plus, it features a companion app that lets you adjust the lighting and dial in the sound via a graphic EQ.