# Is the JBL Go 5 worth buying now that the JBL Go 4 is cheaper? After testing both Bluetooth speakers side by side, there's a clear winner for me

> Recently, I got my hands on the JBL Go 5 — the latest edition of the audio specialist’s smallest, and most affordable Bluetooth speaker. And to say it impressed me would be an understatement.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-go-5-vs-jbl-go-4?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a11206da0218456693f3018)
- **Published:** 2026-05-23
- **Category:** Audio & Video
- **Tags:** #jbl #bluetooth #side #both #buying #cheaper #clear #speaker
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a11206da0218456693f3018

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