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Beats Pill vs JBL Flip 7: which $150 speaker is better?
The Pill lasts longer and has a speakerphone and Find My. The Flip 7 is louder, has more bass, and is tougher, with IP68 and drop protection.
Our pick: Flip 7 for sound and toughness; Beats Pill for battery, calls, and Find My
Beats Pill vs JBL Flip 7 is the best $150 speaker matchup in 2026. Both are tough, USB-C lossless-capable portables. The Pill is the more versatile everyday gadget, and the Flip 7 is the better outdoor speaker.
| Spec | Beats Pill (2024) | JBL Flip 7 |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $149.99 | $149.95 |
| Battery | 24 hr | 14 hr (16 with Playtime Boost) |
| Water/dust | IP67 | IP68 + 1 m drop |
| Weight | 681 g | ~560 g |
| USB-C lossless audio | Yes (24-bit/48 kHz) | Yes (24-bit/96 kHz) |
| USB-C charge-out | Yes | No |
| Speakerphone | Yes | No |
| Find My | Apple and Google | No |
| Multi-speaker | Stereo / Amplify (2 Pills) | Auracast |
| App EQ | No custom EQ | 7-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Verdict
- Flip 7: more bass, IP68, EQ, and party linking. Best for outdoors.
- Beats Pill: longer battery, calls, Find My, and phone charging. Best as an everyday speaker.
Questions we get
Is the Beats Pill better than JBL?
It’s better for battery (24 vs 14–16 hours), calls (it has a speakerphone and the Flip 7 has no mic), and Find My tracking. The JBL Flip 7 is better for bass, IP68 toughness, EQ, and multi-speaker Auracast.
Why was the Beats Pill discontinued?
The older Beats Pill+ was discontinued in early 2022. Beats relaunched a redesigned Pill in 2024, with USB-C, IP67, and a 24-hour battery.
Is the JBL speaker louder than the Beats Pill?
Reviewers generally find the Flip 7 punchier, with more bass. The Pill is tuned more evenly.
Are Beats Pills worth it?
Yes, especially for iPhone and Android users who want one-touch pairing, Find My, speakerphone calls, and charge-out over USB-C at $149.99.