The JBL Pulse 5 is different from regular Bluetooth speakers: it not only brings the sound, but also the lighting for the next party. The Bluetooth box recently cost more than 200 euros. Now Amazon is offering the Pulse 5 only 188.99 euros bee.
This means that Amazon is exactly 99 cents above the previous lowest price. With competition from MediaMarkt and Saturn, the Bluetooth box currently costs an impressive 249.99 euros. However, Amazon won’t ship the Pulse 5 until October. Alternatively, you can click Cool blue* Buy it for 191 euros and benefit from fast shipping.
The JBL Pulse 5 can do that
If you grew up in the ’90s, the Pulse 5 probably reminds you of the lava lamps that were popular back then. The 360 degree light show You can adjust it individually or just let it do its own thing. The lighting then pulses to the rhythm of the music and creates a very special party atmosphere. Even clouds can float across the screen.
With the Party boost function The JBL Pulse 5 can be connected to other JBL boxes – with a second box in stereo mode or with several boxes in party mode. Operation is done via the JBL app, which also allows you to adjust the light show and make many more settings. The Pulse 5 can even be used as a sleep aid by adjusting ambient sounds such as crackling fire or the sound of waves via the app.
Solid battery life and IP67 protection class
The battery is a decent size. Until twelve o’clock Do you have juice for the next party? With the practical carrying strap, the 1.5 kilogram box can be taken anywhere. In addition, the Pulse 5 is protected against dust and water according to IP67 and can even be submerged under water for a short time.
Unlike many other Bluetooth boxes from JBL, the Pulse 5 has one disadvantage: the sound is not as powerful as normal. The Bluetooth speaker can certainly provide sound for a small party. However, there is no authority for larger events. This weak point can be hidden by pairing it with other JBL boxes. After all, the unique light show is a strong selling point.
JBL Charge 5 as the first alternative to the Pulse 5
For the time being, a good alternative to the JBL Pulse 5 is the JBL Charge 5 140 euros on Amazon.
The Charge 5 sounds more voluminous and therefore overall better than the Pulse 5. It also reaches higher volumes and is therefore better suited for the next party. The battery also lasts 20 hours considerably longer than the Pulse 5. However, the spectacular lighting is missing. Instead, the Charge 5 is quite simple.