Written by Mieke
Edited on
7 October 2025
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08:46
Compare the JBL Tuner 2 to the Tuner XL and the Flip 6
If you're looking for a portable speaker, a JBL radio might not have crossed your mind yet. In this article, we'll explain the differences between the JBL Flip 6 Bluetooth speaker and the JBL radios Tuner 2 and Turner XL. The portable radios and Bluetooth speaker by JBL have much in common. The largest difference is the built-in tuner that the JBL Flip 6 doesn't have.
JBL Tuner 2
- The digital DAB+ tuner allows you to listen to a noise-free radio signal.
- You can stream music wirelessly to the radio via Bluetooth.
- The waterproof design makes the radio suitable for the bathroom.
- The radio doesn't have a USB input to charge your smartphone.
JBL Tuner XL
- Thanks to its larger size, the radio easily fills any room with music.
- The digital DAB+ tuner allows you to listen to a noise-free radio signal.
- You can stream music wirelessly to the radio via Bluetooth.
- The radio doesn't have a USB input to charge your smartphone.
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JBL Flip 6
- The dust and water-resistant design makes the speaker suitable for outdoor use.
- You can connect the speaker to another JBL speaker with PartyBoost for higher volume.
- The speaker has a 12-hour battery life, so you can listen to music for a long time.
- You can only connect the speaker to other JBL speakers that have the PartyBoost function.
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Comparison of the JBL Tuner 2, JBL Tuner XL, and JBL Flip 6
| JBL Tuner 2 | JBL Tuner XL | JBL Flip 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery life | 12 hours | 15 hours | 12 hours |
| Power grid | Yes | Yes | No |
| Dimensions (BxHxDcm) | 18x7x7cm | 14.5x16.7x10.3cm | 17.5x7.2x6.8cm |
| Waterproof | Yes (IPX7) | Yes (IPX7) | Yes (IPX7) |
| App | No | No | Yes |
| Connect multiple speakers | No | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Radio
JBL Tuner 2 and Tuner XL: DAB and FM radio
The great advantage of the JBL Tuner 2 and Tuner XL is that you can always enjoy music as long as you have radio reception. Both radios have both FM and DAB radio. You can set 5 preferred channels for FM and DAB, so you can always quickly select your favorite radio station.
JBL Flip 6: no radio
Of course, you can always stream a radio station from your smartphone to the Flip 6, but the speaker doesn't have a built-in radio. So you can't listen to your favorite radio station without internet service.
JBL Tuner 2, Tuner XL, and Flip 6: Bluetooth
Both the JBL Tuner 2, Tuner XL, and the Flip 6 have Bluetooth. You connect your phone wirelessly to the radio or speaker via Bluetooth, so you can stream you favorite songs. You can choose between your own music library, various streaming services, and radio stations.
Battery life
JBL Tuner 2: 12-hour battery life
The JBL Tuner 2 has a 12-hour battery life. This portable radio also works via the power grid. Connect the radio to the socket if there's one near. That way, the battery life isn't limited. It takes 3.5 hours to charge the battery. This is slightly longer than with the JBL Flip 5.
JBL Tuner XL: 15-hour battery life
The JBL Tuner XL has the longest lifespan of the 3. With a battery life of 15 hours, you won't be left without music soon. Just like the Tuner 2, you can connect the Tuner XL to the socket when you use the radio at home or at the office. This saves battery. The charging time of the Tuner XL is 4 hours.
JBL Flip 6: 12-hour battery life
Just like the Flip 6, the JBL Tuner 2 has a 12-hour battery life. With this, you can listen to your favorite songs all day. The battery of the speaker is fully charged after 2.5 hours, so you can take it with you again.
JBL Tuner 2, Tuner XL, and Flip 6: IPX7
Both the JBL Flip 6, Tuner 2, and the Tuner XL have an IPX7 certification. When the speaker or radios fall in the water, they're waterproof up to 1m deep. Thanks to this, you can easily use the speaker or radios near the pool or in the rain.
App
JBL Tuner 2 and Tuner XL: No app
You can't control the JBL Tuner 2 and Tuner XL with an app. So you can't connect them to other radios or speakers.
JBL Flip 6: JBL Portable
If you have multiple speakers that support JBL PartyBoost, you can connect them to each other via the JBL Portable app. Thanks to this, you can enjoy a higher volume or stereo sound. In the app, you can also adjust the sound entirely according to your liking via the equalizer.
Conclusion
When you aren't planning on connecting your speakers, a JBL DAB+ radio is a good option to consider. You can listen to your favorite music and radio channels, and you can easily take it anywhere with you thanks to the IPX7 certification. Thanks to the 12 or 15-hour battery life, you won't be left without music soon with the Tuner 2 and Tuner XL.
