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Series

Charge5Press released21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/68766/documents/43902-1609931501-Charge%205-81b618.pdfRead 10 October 2026Release calls the speaker the latest addition to the JBL Charge Series.

BOOM1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

JBLCHARGE5GRYAM, JBLCHARGE5RED4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Spec box lists JBLCHARGE5GRYAM. One colour SKU, not an exhaustive list. Trusted Reviews adds JBLCHARGE5RED.8Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Full specs list JBLCHARGE5RED for the red model. One colour SKU.

984-001348, 984-001350, 984-001351, 984-0013522Maker product pagelogitech.com/en-us/products/speakers/bluetooth-speakers/boom-3.htmlRead 23 October 2026This page lists part number 984-001350. The other colour part numbers come from the retailer pages in the sources.18Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Ultimate_Ears_BOOM_3_Portable_Wireless_Bluetooth_Speaker__Night_Black__984-001348Read 23 October 2026Night Black is part number 984-001348. Lagoon Blue is 984-001350 on the maker page.19Spec databasegearbrain.com/devices/3C308330C41B11EB91B0D0B61C6BC496.htmlRead 23 October 2026Ultraviolet Purple is part number 984-001351.20Spec databasegearbrain.com/devices/081361C5C3FC11EB91B0D0B61C6BC496.htmlRead 23 October 2026Sunset Red is part number 984-001352.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

7 January 20215Press released21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/68766/documents/43902-1609931501-Charge%205-81b618.pdfRead 10 October 2026Maker release dated January 7, 2021.

30 August 20188Press releasenews.logitech.com/press-releases/news-details/2018/Introducing-Ultimate-Ears-BOOM-3-and-MEGABOOM-3-Packed-With-New-Features/default.aspxRead 23 October 2026

Status

Available1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker offers this model for purchase on the accessed date.

Available1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026US store sells it at 149.99 USD with an Add to cart button (read 2026-10-23). RTINGS says the BOOM 4 replaced it, but the maker still sells it.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

JBL Charge 69Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-6-vs-jbl-charge-5-133988Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys calls the JBL Charge 6 a worthy successor to the Charge 5.

Ultimate Ears BOOM 411Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/ultimate-ears/boom-3Read 23 October 2026Public notice: this speaker was replaced by the Ultimate Ears BOOM 4.21Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-4Read 23 October 2026Trusted Reviews says a successor to the UE Boom 3 finally arrived in the Boom 4.

Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$179.954Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Spec box and verdict list MSRP $179.95. Tom's Guide gives the same list price at launch. Excludes tax.7Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Review states a list price of $179.95.

$149.998Press releasenews.logitech.com/press-releases/news-details/2018/Introducing-Ultimate-Ears-BOOM-3-and-MEGABOOM-3-Packed-With-New-Features/default.aspxRead 23 October 2026Suggested retail price for BOOM 3 is 149.99 USD. US price, tax treatment not stated.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€1795Press released21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/68766/documents/43902-1609931501-Charge%205-81b618.pdfRead 10 October 2026EMEA release: available from March 2021 for EUR 179. Tax treatment not stated. Trusted Reviews lists a later EU RRP of 167.99 euros, the maker launch figure is stored.

€1509Press articlemobiflip.de/ue-boom-megaboom-3Read 23 October 2026German IFA 2018 launch report: UE Boom 3 costs 150 Euro. Igor'sLAB also gives a German EIA of 150 euros. Stored as the reported 150. No maker euro document was found. Tax treatment not stated.10Reviewigorslab.de/en/ultimate-ears-boom-3-in-test-bluetooth-party-cracker-or-windyRead 23 October 2026Review states an EIA (German list price) of 150 euros.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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US1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026US store page, reference market.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, Blue, Gray, Red, Teal, Camo5Press released21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/68766/documents/43902-1609931501-Charge%205-81b618.pdfRead 10 October 2026Launch colours named in the release: Black, Blue, Gray, Red, Teal and Camo. Later colours are not listed here.

Night Black, Sunset Red, Lagoon Blue, Ultraviolet Purple8Press releasenews.logitech.com/press-releases/news-details/2018/Introducing-Ultimate-Ears-BOOM-3-and-MEGABOOM-3-Packed-With-New-Features/default.aspxRead 23 October 2026Four launch colours: Night (Black), Sunset (Red), Lagoon (Blue), Ultraviolet (Purple). Written as the retailer and archived maker pages write them.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Portable1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly identifies the speaker as portable or ultra-portable.

Portable1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Maker calls it a super-portable wireless Bluetooth speaker with a carry loop and battery.

Audio

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

Mono4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review explicitly calls one speaker mono. Wireless stereo requires a second matching speaker.

Stereo3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230314222408/https://www.ultimateears.com/en-us/wireless-speakers/boom-3.htmlRead 23 October 2026Maker text: stereophonic audio that radiates evenly in all directions. One physical speaker.14Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-3Read 23 October 2026Review calls it a stereo speaker with drivers firing in opposite directions.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

AJBL Charge 5

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Rated power per driver (W)
Woofer	1	Not available	30
Tweeter	1	20	10

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications names one woofer and one circular tweeter, with separate RMS ratings. Racetrack woofer dimensions are an unlabeled tuple, so no width or height is assigned.

BUltimate Ears BOOM 3

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Active driver	2	38

Source1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026AUDIO row: two 2 inch drivers and two 2 x 4 inch passive radiators. The 2 inch figure is a nominal class. The lab test measured 38 mm, which is stored. See the Fnac lab source.12Measurementleclaireur.fnac.com/test/27027-test-labo-de-lultimate-ears-boom-3-des-ameliorations-bienvenues-mais-surtout-ergonomiquesRead 23 October 2026Labo Fnac measured the two active drivers at 38 mm diameter and the passive radiators at 40 x 80 mm. The maker rounds to 2 inch.13Reviewm.gsmarena.com/ultimate_ears_boom_3_review-news-35813.phpRead 23 October 2026Two active drivers firing left and right and two passive radiators below them.14Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-3Read 23 October 2026Two 2 inch active drivers, each paired with a passive radiator.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

21Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker description explicitly states dual bass radiators.

21Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 202614Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-3Read 23 October 2026Two passive radiators, one per side.

Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

40W1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026General Specifications publishes the total output. Datasheet separately calls the driver component ratings RMS.

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Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

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Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

60Hz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications claimed lower limit. Tolerance not published. Not measured bass extension.

90Hz1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Published 90 Hz to 20 kHz. No tolerance stated.

Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

20kHz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications upper limit 20 kHz. Tolerance not published.

20kHz1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Published 90 Hz to 20 kHz. No tolerance stated.

Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

80dB2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications publishes "> 80 dB". Stored as 80, the qualifier is here. Claimed value, not a measurement.

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

Yes4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026JBL Portable app section explicitly provides 3-band customizable EQ.

Yes1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Key features: 4 presets and a customized tuner.6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/16007695217943-How-can-I-customize-the-EQRead 23 October 2026Support article: drag the nodes of any EQ mode in the UE | BOOM app. One custom EQ can be saved for BOOM 3.

Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

34Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review describes 3-band customizable EQ in JBL Portable. EQ options depend on speaker firmware and app version. Group playback can reset custom EQ.

57Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/discover/c/appsRead 23 October 2026Maker app page describes a fully customizable 5-band equalizer in the BOOM app. Trusted Reviews also counts five bands for BOOM 3.14Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-3Read 23 October 2026App has four presets and a custom setting with five EQ bands.

Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

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Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

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The Standard, Cramped Spaces, Voices, Bass Jump15Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-3Read 23 October 2026App presets: The Standard, Cramped Spaces, Voices and Bass Jump, plus a custom tuner. Maker says four presets.

Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Two speakers of the same model form a stereo pair. Cross-model grouping plays the same programme and does not establish stereo pairing.

Yes15Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-3Read 23 October 2026The app can link two UE Boom 3 speakers for stereo sound. What Hi-Fi and Expert Reviews say the same.16Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-3Read 23 October 2026The Boom app lets you link two Boom 3s for stereo sound. Its tech specs box lists the larger MEGABOOM 3 size and weight, so those values are not used.17Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/ue/1407679/ultimate-ears-boom-3-review-boom-2-successorRead 23 October 2026Two Boom 3 speakers can run as a stereo pair.

Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

PartyBoost1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker names PartyBoost. No backward compatibility with the other JBL linking generation is inferred.

PartyUp3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230314222408/https://www.ultimateears.com/en-us/wireless-speakers/boom-3.htmlRead 23 October 2026PartyUp in the BOOM app. Works with BOOM, MEGABOOM and HYPERBOOM speakers.

Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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1503Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230314222408/https://www.ultimateears.com/en-us/wireless-speakers/boom-3.htmlRead 23 October 2026Archived page says over 150 speakers. The press release and the support article say up to 150, which is stored.5Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/19154583137175-How-To-Use-The-Ultimate-Ears-Boom-AppRead 23 October 2026PartyUp pairs up to 150 speakers. Any BOOM or MEGABOOM can join.

Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Connectivity

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Maker page and Compatibility row: plays audio from Bluetooth devices using A2DP.

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

5.12Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Literal Bluetooth version from Technical Specifications. No codec inferred.

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Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

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SBC17Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/ue/1407679/ultimate-ears-boom-3-review-boom-2-successorRead 23 October 2026Review: connects through Bluetooth using the SBC codec, with no aptX. Only SBC is stored.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.62Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Literal profile versions from Technical Specifications.

A2DP1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Compatibility row names the A2DP audio profile. Bluetooth version is not published.

Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

No4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review says the Charge 6, Flip 7 and other recent JBL speakers use Auracast and that a Charge 5 cannot link with these. The Charge 5 links through PartyBoost or PartyTogether. Stored false on that basis, the maker does not mention Auracast.

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

Yes4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review explicitly documents concurrent Bluetooth source connections.

Yes3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230314222408/https://www.ultimateears.com/en-us/wireless-speakers/boom-3.htmlRead 23 October 2026Wireless capabilities: pair up to 8 Bluetooth source devices and connect up to two source devices at the same time.

Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

21Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Wireless Bluetooth Streaming explicitly up to two smartphones or tablets connected to speaker, taking turns playing music.

23Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230314222408/https://www.ultimateears.com/en-us/wireless-speakers/boom-3.htmlRead 23 October 2026Connect up to two source devices at the same time. The current US page no longer repeats this line.

Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

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45m1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Mobile range of play up to 45 m.

Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

No6Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Review describes the Charge 5 Wi-Fi as a newer, Wi-Fi enabled version of the Charge 5 that costs extra. The reviewed Charge 5 is the Bluetooth model. The maker spec sheet lists only Bluetooth and the SRD link under Wireless specification.

No11Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/ultimate-ears/boom-3Read 23 October 2026Public header says Wi-Fi: No. Bluetooth only.14Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-3Read 23 October 2026Bluetooth only, no Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

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Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

No4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026FAQ explicitly USB-C only charges speaker. USB-A can charge phone but cannot send music to speaker.

No13Reviewm.gsmarena.com/ultimate_ears_boom_3_review-news-35813.phpRead 23 October 2026Review: the only way to input sound is Bluetooth. The microUSB port is for charging.

USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

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No13Reviewm.gsmarena.com/ultimate_ears_boom_3_review-news-35813.phpRead 23 October 2026Review: no input other than Bluetooth. No USB drive playback.

USB audio file formats

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

AJBL Charge 5

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Charging input
USB-A	1	Power-bank output

Source3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw680ff60e/pdfs/PA_JBL_Charge%205_QSG_Global.pdfRead 10 October 2026QSG charging diagram confirms one USB-C charging connector. QSG POWERBANK diagram confirms separate USB-A output. SoundGuys confirms USB-C is charging-only.

BUltimate Ears BOOM 3

Connector	Count	Role
Micro USB	1	Charging input under the rear weather door
Other	1	Charging contacts on the base for the POWER UP dock (sold separately)

Source12Measurementleclaireur.fnac.com/test/27027-test-labo-de-lultimate-ears-boom-3-des-ameliorations-bienvenues-mais-surtout-ergonomiquesRead 23 October 2026Lab confirms a microUSB port behind the rear cover, no mini-jack, and a port on the base for the Power Up dock.13Reviewm.gsmarena.com/ultimate_ears_boom_3_review-news-35813.phpRead 23 October 2026Review: microUSB charging port behind a flap and a metal connector on the base for the Power Up dock. No aux input.

Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

No4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review explicitly states no microphone for phone calls.

No11Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/ultimate-ears/boom-3Read 23 October 2026Public header says Speakerphone: No. Locked numeric cells were not read.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

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Controls

Power, Bluetooth pairing, PartyBoost, Play/pause, Next track (double press), Volume up/down3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw680ff60e/pdfs/PA_JBL_Charge%205_QSG_Global.pdfRead 10 October 2026QSG Bluetooth pairing, Play and PartyBoost diagrams show the top panel: PartyBoost, volume down, power, Bluetooth, volume up and play. One press plays or pauses and two presses skip to the next track. Tom's Guide and Trusted Reviews describe the same buttons.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review describes backlit power and Bluetooth buttons and raised playback controls.7Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Top buttons: power, Bluetooth, volume up/down, play (double press for next song) and PartyBoost.

Power button, Bluetooth pairing button, Volume up and down buttons, Magic Button for play, pause and skip, Battery level check (volume up and down together)4Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/18601577361559-Getting-Started-BOOM-3Read 23 October 2026Power button, Bluetooth pairing button, volume plus and minus, Magic Button (short press play or pause, double press skip), plus and minus together for battery level.

Companion app

JBL Portable1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly names JBL Portable.

UE | BOOM4Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/18601577361559-Getting-Started-BOOM-3Read 23 October 2026The guide points to the Ultimate Ears BOOM and MEGABOOM app. The support EQ article calls it UE | BOOM.

App platforms

iOS, Android4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026FAQ explicitly Android and iOS.

iOS, Android5Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/19154583137175-How-To-Use-The-Ultimate-Ears-Boom-AppRead 23 October 2026Download the BOOM app from the Google Play store or the App Store. The article lists BOOM 3 as supported.

User firmware updates

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw680ff60e/pdfs/PA_JBL_Charge%205_QSG_Global.pdfRead 10 October 2026APP instruction says use JBL Portable for speaker configuration and software upgrade.

Yes5Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/19154583137175-How-To-Use-The-Ultimate-Ears-Boom-AppRead 23 October 2026Speaker Updates: a tap in the app updates the speaker.13Reviewm.gsmarena.com/ultimate_ears_boom_3_review-news-35813.phpRead 23 October 2026Review: the app can update the speaker software.

Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

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Lighting modes

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Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications explicitly documents the built-in lithium-ion polymer battery.

Yes1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

20h2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications up to 20 h, dependent on volume level and audio content. No test volume published.

15h1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Up to 15 hours on a single charge. Varies with use, settings and environment. No volume stated.

Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

27Wh2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Literal published pack energy. No cell voltage assumed.

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Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

7,500mAh2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Literal published capacity at the stated nominal pack voltage. Not power-bank output capacity.

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Nominal battery voltage

3.6V2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Literal nominal pack voltage published alongside Wh and mAh.

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Battery chemistry

Lithium-ion polymer2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications identifies lithium-ion polymer.

Lithium-ion1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Embedded spec table: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery. Capacity and voltage are not published.

User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

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Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

4h2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications full charge time. 5 V / 3 A condition.

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Quick charge duration

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Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

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Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

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Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

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USB Power Delivery charging

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Charges other devices

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Built-in powerbank explicitly charges mobile devices. USB-A output is separate from the USB-C charging input.

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Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

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Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

IP671Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact published IP rating. QSG specifies 1 m immersion for 30 minutes.

IP671Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026IP67, can be submerged for up to 30 minutes.

Floats

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Yes1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026

Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

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Yes1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Page says the speaker passed more than 25 durability tests including multiple drop tests. Archived maker page footnote lists BOOM 3 as drop proof. No drop height is stated.

Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

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Fabric loop13Reviewm.gsmarena.com/ultimate_ears_boom_3_review-news-35813.phpRead 23 October 2026Fabric loop on the back.14Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-3Read 23 October 2026Small fabric loop on the back for a carabiner. No carabiner included.

Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

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15.45h12Measurementleclaireur.fnac.com/test/27027-test-labo-de-lultimate-ears-boom-3-des-ameliorations-bienvenues-mais-surtout-ergonomiquesRead 23 October 2026Labo Fnac average of 15 h 27 min (15.45 h). Volume and source are not published on the page.

Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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87dB12Measurementleclaireur.fnac.com/test/27027-test-labo-de-lultimate-ears-boom-3-des-ameliorations-bienvenues-mais-surtout-ergonomiquesRead 23 October 2026Microphone at 50 cm. Best level 87 dB at 10 percent distortion, measured at 60, 80 and 100 Hz. The 87 dB is the 100 Hz result. Battery power.

Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

AJBL Charge 5

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BUltimate Ears BOOM 3

Connection	Latency (ms)
Bluetooth	141

Source12Measurementleclaireur.fnac.com/test/27027-test-labo-de-lultimate-ears-boom-3-des-ameliorations-bienvenues-mais-surtout-ergonomiquesRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth latency of 141 ms. Source device, codec and app are not stated.

Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width223Height96.5Depth94mm(8.8 × 3.8 × 3.7 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications explicitly labels W x H x D. Literal mm body dimensions. Packaging dimensions excluded.

Width73Height184Depth73mm(2.9 × 7.2 × 2.9 in)1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Embedded Specs and Compatibility: height 184 mm, width 73 mm. The archived maker page calls 73 mm the diameter, so width and depth are both 73 mm.

WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

960g(2.1 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications weight 0.96 kg / 2.11 lbs. The Quick Start Guide spec block states 0.98 kg, see the manual note. The spec sheet value is stored because SoundGuys, What Hi-Fi and Trusted Reviews also list 0.96 kg or 960 g.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Spec box lists 960 g.6Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Tech specs box lists 960g.8Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Full specs list 0.96 KG.

608g(1.3 lb)1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Embedded Specs and Compatibility: 608 g (21.45 oz).

Body materials

Fabric, Silicone, Rubber4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Enclosure is wrapped in tough fabric with silicone bumpers on the sides. Rubber strips on the bottom.7Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Speaker is wrapped in mesh and has rubber end caps.

Two-tone performance fabric, Rubberised plastic14Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/ultimate-ears-boom-3Read 23 October 2026Top and bottom are rubberised plastic and the main body is a woven fabric.

Certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

JBL Charge 5, USB Type-C cable, Quick start guide, Warranty card and safety sheet2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Maker box list. USB Type-C cable included. No power adapter in maker box inventory.

BOOM 3 speaker, Micro-USB cable, Quick Start Guide1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026Package contents: BOOM 3 Speaker, Micro-USB Cable, Quick Start Guide.

Links

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Product page

www.jbl.com/CHARGE5-.html1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact model product page. Hardware details refer to this generation, not a Wi-Fi sibling or earlier model.

www.ultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-0013501Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Maker English spec sheet, both pages opened. Technical Specifications and Features and Benefits checked.

www.logitech.com/en-us/products/speakers/bluetooth-speakers/boom-3.html2Maker product pagelogitech.com/en-us/products/speakers/bluetooth-speakers/boom-3.htmlRead 23 October 2026Maker Specs and Details tab: part number, dimensions, weight and the technical specification text.

Manual

www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw680ff60e/pdfs/PA_JBL_Charge%205_QSG_Global.pdf3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw680ff60e/pdfs/PA_JBL_Charge%205_QSG_Global.pdfRead 10 October 2026Exact generation maker Quick Start Guide. English instructions and technical-specification block opened. The QSG spec block lists 0.98 kg and the maker spec sheet lists 0.96 kg. See the weight_g note on the spec sheet.

support.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/18601577361559-Getting-Started-BOOM-34Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/18601577361559-Getting-Started-BOOM-3Read 23 October 2026Maker Getting Started guide for BOOM 3. No PDF manual was found.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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2years1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/boom-3.984-001350Read 23 October 2026

Both are also in the API. Back to all wireless speakers.