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JBL Flip Essential 3 SE vs Soundcore Select 3

What Flip Essential 3 SE does better (0) and where Select 3 wins (0) — every spec side by side.

JBL Flip Essential 3 SE
0 advantages≈ $100
vs
Soundcore Select 3
Soundcore · 2025Select 3
0 advantages≈ $110
8.0Build & features6.7

Why is Flip Essential 3 SE better than Select 3?

Flip Essential 3 SE has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is Select 3 better than Flip Essential 3 SE?

Select 3 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

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Sound
Output power—8 W
StereoYes—
Battery & charging
Battery life12 h12 h
Mains poweredNo—
Battery powered (portable)YesYes
Connectivity
WirelessYesYes
Bluetooth codecsSBC—
Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC)No—
aptXNo—
LDACNo—
AuracastYes—
Smart & streaming
Companion appYes—
Design & build
Weight550 g—
Width180 mm—
Height70 mm—
Depth72 mm—
Protection ratingIP67IP67
Water resistance (IPx)IPx7IPx7
Dust protection (IP)66
Floats—Yes
Features
Party / stereo pairingYes—
Light effects—Yes
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