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Multiple users report the speaker failing to hold a charge after sitting idle for days, or the charging light staying on and requiring plug-unplug-replug workarounds, even after replacement units.

@michael567jober

I got job clip 3 cheap on eBay for $37 and it kinda shit on me. Took it off the charger and the light won’t turn off. It didn’t come with a charger so had to use what I had. Anyway to fix this or just return it? It worked perfect after the first charge but now it’s a dud and won’t do a damn thing cause the charging light stays onlaunch

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November 17, 2018

@petebakke6167

I have been using the JBL clip for over 8 months cliped to my bicycle .The charge of the clip lasts for about 1 hour and a half according to volume levels. I think the quality and sound Performance of this Bluetooth speaker is amazing. However for some reason mine does not keep a charge. if you charge the clip and leave it for a few days when you go to use it my clip for some reason is dead and needs to be charged again not sure why this happens I did return it for a different one but experience the same thing with replacement .So plan ahead make sure you charge speaker a good 30 min before use,, I would certainly recommend this speaker to a friend but wish JBL could figure out how to maintain a charge while not in use..launch

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October 27, 2016

@bikeegupta1588

i bought a jbl clip few days back,and am facing the same problems like few of the commenters below are facing i.e. plug-unplug-replug to charge the decive properly,is it normal?do i need to get a replacement?launch

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June 13, 2015

The Clip 4 was singled out as a disappointing entry with rubber detailing falling off, protruding buttons that get pressed accidentally, and no EQ app or firmware upgrades.

@MaggieMay-z2w5y

Its okay. JBL is not the old JBL it's owned by Harmon Kardon. The old JBL was a beast of s company. Clip 4 sound was not good no eq app or firmware upgrade.launch

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January 4, 2026

@gmat566

i just got a clip 5. ive had them all but the clip 3 is the true goat.... even on this video.... it has a balanced sound, its not 2 trebly or bassy but just right.... its also very durable. \nclip 4 is a disgrace. the rubber detailing falls right off and ive even had the clip itself break. the buttons protrude so you press them by accident with the slightest brush. problem is some jbl clip 3's on amazon are fake so be careful.launch

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November 11, 2024

Some buyers noticed the sound became distorted and less crisp after initial use, with one store refusing a replacement, and another noting an aging Clip 2 getting distorted before upgrading.

@Kye-291

We have bought that, at first it sound really good but after going home, the sound changes, it become a bit distorted and not that clear and crisp anymore. It is loud and has little bass but not that clear and crisp! And the store doesnt want us to replace it!!!! A big regret that we bought there!!launch

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May 25, 2025

@superluiss01

few seconds into the comparison of both and ima spend the extra 20 man my old clip 2 dying on me and gets mad distorted was thinking if the clip3 was really all that different but man that crispy sound this clip 3 takes it away thanks for the work you put in bro!launch

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November 23, 2020

A reviewer was disappointed the newer model didn't include a carrying bag like an earlier version, and another wished for a dedicated skip track button.

@PAPERCHASERCH47

Damn he had me rolling after calling that 24 hr diner! 😂😂 one thing they should of added is skip button for the music. But JBL is winning period! I got the Charge 3, Clip 2, Flip 4, JBL Go, and I'm definitely cuffin this one for the shower! Clutch🔥🔥🔥launch

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June 9, 2018

@bruceleeroy80

I was a bit dissappointed to find out they dont include a carrying bag like they did with the micro wireless. But otherwise its pretty much the same as the micro wireless in regards to size, sound and battery life. I do like how they've added the speakerphone capability and also added digital volume control so changing the volume via the clip changes the volume on my ipad.launch

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December 27, 2014

Some commenters felt $80 was too much for the speaker's small size, especially when buying two for stereo pairing.

@MrLeon21300

80 bucks is a little high for its size especially if you get another for stereolaunch

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September 4, 2024

A few reviewers felt the high frequencies were lacking compared to competitors, suggesting the Flip 6 or Grip as better alternatives for sound quality.

@r0mazuLa

the quality is ok low to mid but the highs are where it's bad, you are better off with a flip 6 👏 or even the grip! the clip still looks weak, but for the price it's fine.launch

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April 5, 2026

At least one long-term user found the AUX cord broke easily despite otherwise loving the speaker.

@BMW_DAILY

I have this speaker and its fucking amazing. Only thing that sucks is the aux cord broke easily.launch

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December 15, 2015

The Clip 2's silicone clip mount was only glued on, which could fail and detach during outdoor trekking use.

@iMosesg

I just bought the clip 3 after the clip itself came off of my clip 2 speaker.. Because it's silicone mount is only glued, if you go trekking with it nature can quickly ruin it.. The best thing about the 3 version compared to 2, is that the clip is part of the speaker's skeleton, IMOlaunch

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October 4, 2018