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JBL Charge 3 has been replaced by JBL Charge 4.
JBL Charge 3
Pros
Very good, works well
the battery life is true to advertisement with a solid sound system considering the handheld size it offers. the price is decent and can be found cheaper at most distribution places of JBL (JBHIFI, Harvey Norman
- 2 reviews
Really good speaker
You can't go wrong for the price. Has good volume and surprisingly good low end (for the size). It's hardy and durable. Sound quality is decent, not amazing, but you really can't expect more for the price point. Would certainly recommend as an every day portable speaker.
Purchased in April 2020.
- 57 reviews
- 45 likes
Great speaker.
Can't really fault the Charge 3. I've had it for a couple years and given it mild use. No issues so far. Loud and battery life is good, would be nice if it had a mic.
- 24 reviews
- 10 likes
Great speaker But JBL need to allow firmware upgrade to Party BOOST
Great battery life fantastic sound for the size and solid build quality but will not connect with my New Flip 5 and I hate that ! if I had done the research before I would have purchased a flip 4 or 3 or even a different brand.
Its bad that JBL don't allow an upgrade to the newer party boost software surely the hardware is the same.
Purchased in May 2019 for $130.
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Great sound but short battery life and bass reverbing after 2yrs.
Great sound, cant fault that.
But after a little over 2 years the battery lasts only 1 or 2hrs now from full charge. Used to go 20hrs.
Also, the bass is starting to reverberate a bussing sound.
A friend has one too and the same problems.
Disappointing having to buy another after only 2 years. )-:
After one year I would rate it 5 stars but now 2yrs have passed and its failing its only a 3 star sadly.
Purchased in January 2018 at The Good Guys.
- 4 reviews
- 4 likes
Love it
My MacBook Pro has begun to muffle the sound, my partner got me a JBL speaker to play my Netflix through and boy does it give that surround sound feel. It’s easy to connect to devices, the sound is crisp and clear, and it stays charged for hours on end. Would 100% recommend
Purchased in January 2018.
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- 4 reviews
The item husband wanted and I didn’t think we needed!
My husband wanted a portable speaker which has decent quality sound.
I was unsure it was needed, however I have been the one using it for the last 2 days straight
It’s easy to connect to a device. You can control the sound level either on the unit itself or on your phone which is handy when your not near the speaker itself.
The sound quality is amazing.
Purchased in June 2019 at Myer.
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- 3 reviews
- 1 like
Good speaker
Good speaker for the price lacks a little in high range frequencies but great mids and lows pair it with a flip 4 in the same room and its a great combo. Good build quality.
Purchased in April 2019 at Harvey Norman Retail Stores - Furniture for $120.
- 5 reviews
- 2 likes
- Verified
great sound & good battery life & splash proof
I wanted the larger extreme but it was to expensive, so i got the charge 3. No regrets here. Very pleased with its performance all round. Its a bit heavy for the back pack, so lucky i didn't get the larger extreme. Blue tooth pairing is easy. The startup and shutdown tune is the only complaint, way too loud. Be aware there are many knock offs in the markets and online, they have a different JBL logo and weigh 1/2 as much as the original but otherwise look the same.
Purchased in December 2017 at JB Hi-Fi Retail Stores for $158.
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- 5 reviews
It is good
It has a really nice and loud sound and connects fast with any Type of devices and it is easy to carry around and fun for listening to music out loud and ect
Purchased in September 2018 for $30.
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- 7 reviews
- 1 like
Great in and outdoors
Bought this product for $129 with free delivery from Officeworks. Its a fairly powerful speaker and is definitely useful in a party. I used it in a garden party, which meant it had to be loud enough to cover quite a bit of land and also in an open space.
It's very portable and easy to carry around, which makes it a great item to bring with you to parties and events. It's also survived quite a few drops on the floor, so I'd say it's quite sturdy too. Bluetooth connectivity is also seamless and haven't experienced any noise cut offs. Although I ...
Read morehaven't tested the distance that I can move the phone from the speaker. Thoughts on the product: * Easy to use and set up * Bluetooth connectivity strong and reliable * Great sound quality indoors and outdoors * Really lightweight One of the most convenient products I've bought in a whilePurchased in January 2019 at Officeworks Online store for $129.
- 3 reviews
- 7 likes
Bloody brilliant
I bought this for $139 on sale on Boxing Day.
Great build quality and excellent sound.
Easy set up literally took maybe 2minutes.
Competes with my sonos play 5 gen 1 obviously not as loud but for that price wow what a product. Great battery life and the bonus of being waterproof.
I didn't no which speaker to pick but glad I picked this one.
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- 4 reviews
- Verified
Super
This is a fantastic speaker. JBL has truly hit a home run with this one. I have a charge 2, a clip, and I've had a JBL Xtreme for about 4 months. This speaker is far superior to the Charge 2. It has a much fuller sound without the boosting of the bass and treble. The mids were lacking with the Charge 2 and it will not get nearly as loud as the Charge 3. This speaker has much better battery life, is completely waterproof, and allows for linking to my Xtreme..
- 7 reviews
- 3 likes
Best $150 I've spent.
Have been studying portable speakers for a few weeks as my old gal(8 yrs) finally gave up the ghost. It came down to two choices,JBL or Bose. After reading many,many reviews I went with the Charge. OMG, what a machine! It has been going for 3,9 hour days in the packing shed, and still has 2 bars of charge left in it!! Not only that, if we accidentally hit it with the hose, it doesn't matter( completely waterproof). Great sound, great quality,love it. I think a few of my coworkers are putting one on their Christmas wish list this year.
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
5 stars
Really happy with this product.
Great sound. Great design. Great functionality. Great price!
Easy to connect and use. Very sturdy and easy to hold and carry around. Holds it's charge for ages!
Only wish it came with a carry bag! Very happy customer and would recommend to anyone looking for a great portable bluetooth speaker.
Questions & Answers
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Details
Features:
- The JBL Charge 3 is a portable Bluetooth speaker with rubber housing that keeps it going throughout all of your adventures.
- The speaker has an IPX7 waterproof rating; you don’t have to worry about spilling anything on it or leaving it in the rain, and you can even submerge it in water.
- It’s JBL Connect-enabled, meaning you can connect it with other JBL Connect speakers to level up your listening experience.
- Dual external passive radiators let you hear, feel, and see the bass.
- Voice Assistant integration lets you access Siri or Google Now from your speaker with the press of a button.
- This speaker has a charging time of 4.5 hours.
Points of praise:
- Most reviewers found that the JBL Charge 3 had great sound quality, with the sound being crisp and clear, providing a full sound in both indoor and outdoor settings.
- They also found that the speaker was easy to connect to their devices.
- According to reviewers, the speaker also has a solid build quality that ensures it holds its own even when it’s taken on more rugged adventures.
Something to consider:
- This product has been discontinued by JBL in Australia, however you can still find it new or refurbished at some retailers.
Category | Portable Speakers |
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Price (RRP) | $169.00 |
Connectivity Options | 3.5mm Jack (AUX) and Bluetooth |
Features | Multiple Speaker Pairing, Speakerphone and Water Resistant |
Battery Life | 20 hours |
Charging Time | 4.5 hours |
Battery Size | 6,000 mAh |
Dimensions | 88.5 x 213 x 87 mm |
Weight | 800 grams |
Manufacturer Warranty | 1 year(s) |
Colour / Finish | Black, Blue, Red, Green |
Replaced by | JBL Charge 4 |
Manual | Download manual |
- MPN: 3284060
- GTIN13: 6925281914232, 6925281914249 and 6925281914256
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