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JBL has a well-earned reputation for making speakers that survive whatever summer throws at them, and there's a reason someone always seems to pull one out at a barbecue.Right now, three of their best portable models are on sale for Prime Day, sitting at some of their lowest prices of the year, just in time for Fourth of July weekend. All three are waterproof, all three are on sale, and all three are genuinely excellent. The only question is which one makes sense for you.Quick linksJBL Go 4: was $49, now $37JBL Flip 7: was $149, now $94JBL Charge 6: was $199 now $159JBL speaker deals Best for: solo listening, travel, kids, or anyone who just wants something cheap and cheerfulThis is a personal speaker, not a party speaker. If you're trying to fill a backyard with sound for the Fourth, it's going to struggle. But for a solo run, a hotel room, or as a gift for a kid who will inevitably drop it in something, it's a no-brainer at this price.Best for: the person who wants serious sound without lugging a brick aroundIf you're only buying one speaker this Prime Day, this is probably it. The new PushLock accessory system is a nice touch too — a carabiner and loop are included in the box, so it clips straight onto a bag for a beach day or a hike.Best for: the host, the camper, or the person whose phone always dies firstThink of the Charge 6 as the speaker you bring when you're not just attending the party, you are the party. The removable handle strap is a small detail that makes a big difference in practice, too. This is a speaker you'll actually carry rather than shove in a bag.The Tom's Guide Savings Squad is busy finding the best products for less this Prime Day! Follow Tom's Guide on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get all the latest. Alternatively, you can read our content on the Tom's Guide app available now for iOS and Android.
