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JBL Charge 5
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JBL's most popular portable speaker: 40W of powerful sound, IP67 waterproofing, 20 hours of battery life and a power bank function to charge your phone.
- Sound power: 40 W (30 W + 2 x 5 W)
- Battery life: 20 h (7500 mAh battery)
- Functions: Speaker, USB-A power bank (10 W), IP67 waterproof
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.1, PartyBoost
- 40W sound, IP67, 20h and USB phone charging
The JBL Charge 5 is a portable Bluetooth speaker that has become a benchmark: rich 40W sound (racetrack driver and two tweeters), 20 hours of battery life and IP67 waterproofing that shrugs off water and dust. Its 7500 mAh battery doubles as a power bank, via a USB-A port, to charge a phone during the day. With Bluetooth 5.1 and PartyBoost, it pairs with other compatible JBL speakers for bigger sound.
We took the Charge 5 everywhere, and that is exactly what it is built for. On a terrace or by the pool, the sound really carries: the 40W fill a garden without distorting, with bass that is genuinely present for a speaker this size. The IP67 rating reassured us more than once, between a surprise shower while camping and splashes at the water's edge, it takes it all in stride. Battery life lives up to the claim: on a full day out we never had to recharge it, and the 20 hours are realistic at a reasonable volume. The little extra that places it among multi-function devices is the USB-A port that rescues a dead smartphone, very handy on a hike or at a festival. Two honest downsides: there is no aux input and no microphone for calls, and at full volume the battery drains a bit faster. But for generous sound, a rugged build and real portable versatility, the Charge 5 remains a safe bet.
JBL Xtreme 3
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The most powerful speaker in JBL's portable line-up: 100W of immersive sound, IP67 waterproofing, 15h of battery life, a shoulder strap and a power bank function.
- Sound power: 100 W (4 speakers)
- Battery life: 15 h (10000 mAh battery)
- Functions: Speaker, USB power bank (17.5 W), IP67 waterproof
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.1, PartyBoost
- Immersive 100W sound, IP67, strap and power bank
The JBL Xtreme 3 is the heavyweight of the brand's portable Bluetooth speakers: 100W of power driven by four speakers and two passive radiators, for immersive sound and deep bass. IP67 waterproof, it offers 15 hours of battery life and a large battery that also works as a power bank via a USB port. Supplied with a rugged shoulder strap featuring a bottle opener, it is built for parties, the beach and big outdoor gatherings.
When you bring out the Xtreme 3, you do not go unnoticed, and that is the whole point. With its 100W and four speakers, it puts out full sound and bass that moves air: enough to fill an entire garden or a table of twenty people without ever straining. We used it a lot outdoors, and its IP67 rating let us set it down by the pool without worry. The supplied shoulder strap, with its built-in bottle opener, is a real plus for carrying it around, even if at nearly 2 kg you feel it on your shoulder. The USB rescue port saved more than one phone at the end of the evening, which clearly places it among multi-function devices. The 15-hour battery life is decent given the power, but at full volume it drops faster. Two honest downsides: it is bulky and heavy, and its price sits at the top of the range. But for anyone after big, long-lasting portable sound, the Xtreme 3 delivers on its promises.
JBL Charge 6
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JBL's new portable benchmark: AI-boosted sound, upgraded IP68 waterproofing, 28 hours of battery life, a removable strap and a USB-C power bank function.
- Sound power: 45 W RMS (up to 180 W peak, AI Boost)
- Battery life: 28 h (24 h + 4 h AI Boost)
- Functions: Speaker, USB-C power bank (10 W), IP68 waterproof
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, Auracast
- IP68, 28h, Auracast, removable strap and USB-C power bank
The JBL Charge 6 succeeds the famous Charge 5 and raises the bar across the board: upgraded IP68 waterproofing, 28 hours of battery life (24h + 4h thanks to AI Sound Boost), Bluetooth 5.4 with Auracast and a new removable carry strap. Its USB-C port doubles as a power bank output to charge a smartphone, and also accepts high-quality wired audio. A true multi-function device, built for the outdoors.
After years of faithful service from the Charge 5, we were watching the Charge 6 closely, and JBL delivered. The sound has grown fuller: AI Sound Boost pushes peak power and you feel more generous bass, a more open presentation at higher volumes. On a day at the beach, the IP68 rating (now protected against prolonged submersion) reassured us, and the removable strap, the real novelty, is a game changer for hanging it on a bag or a branch. The 28-hour battery life is comfortable: you get through a camping weekend with little recharging. The power bank function moves to USB-C, more universal, and the same port also serves as a quality wired audio input. On connectivity, Auracast replaces PartyBoost and broadcasts to a near-unlimited number of compatible speakers. Two reservations: the price creeps up compared with the Charge 5, and there is still no microphone for calls. But as a multi-function portable speaker, the Charge 6 is a fine evolution.
Olight Olantern Classic 2 Pro
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A retro-style camping lantern, dimmable from 10 to 300 lm, controlled by app, with a genuine 18W power bank function to recharge your devices.
- Brightness: 10-300 lm (warm white + orange)
- Runtime: up to 220 h
- Power bank: 18 W (USB-C + USB-A)
- Control: App + rotary knob
- Retro dimmable lantern and 18W power bank, app-controlled
The Olight Olantern Classic 2 Pro is a retro-style LED camping lantern built around versatility. Its light dims steplessly from 10 to 300 lumens, from warm white to ambient orange, via a rotary knob or the smartphone app (battery level, timer, sleep mode). Its large built-in battery provides up to 220 hours of runtime and also works as an 18W power bank, with USB-C and USB-A outputs to charge a phone. A true multi-function device for camping and power cuts.
We have a real soft spot for this Olantern Classic 2 Pro, as much for its looks as for what it can do. The retro copper style looks great on a camping table or a shelf at home, and the light is superb: the knob lets you dial in the mood precisely, from warm white for reading to soft orange for an evening. App control is a clever touch, you check the battery level and set a timer without getting up. What places it among multi-function devices is its power bank function: with USB-C and USB-A outputs up to 18W, it recharged our phones during a weekend out in nature, a real plus when you are far from an outlet. Runtime is impressive in eco mode, holding several nights without a recharge. Two honest reservations: it is fairly heavy for a lantern, and its price sits above basic camping lights. But for the quality of light, the style and the dual lighting-battery role, it is well worth a look.
Tronsmart Bang 2
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A 90W portable party speaker, IPX6 waterproof, up to 26h battery life, with beat-synced RGB lighting and a power bank function to recharge your devices.
- Sound power: 90 W (2.1 channel, up to 105 dB)
- Battery life: Up to 26 h (18,000 mAh battery)
- Functions: Speaker, USB power bank (10 W), RGB lighting
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3, TWS, IPX6 waterproof
- 90W IPX6 speaker, 26h, RGB lighting and power bank function
The Tronsmart Bang 2 is a Bluetooth party speaker that plays on every front: 90W of power (a 2.1 system with BassUp, up to 105 dB), a large 18,000 mAh battery giving up to 26h of playtime, and a power bank function to recharge a smartphone over USB. IPX6 waterproof, with beat-synced RGB lighting, Bluetooth 5.3 and wireless pairing of more than 100 speakers, it carries thanks to its handle and detachable strap, to liven up parties, the beach and camping.
We took the Tronsmart Bang 2 for what it is, a generous party speaker, and it genuinely delivers. The 90W have real punch: the sound carries far outdoors, the BassUp function gives bass that hits, and at up to 105 dB it easily fills a garden or a beach. Battery life is a real strong point: with its big 18,000 mAh battery, it lasts a whole evening (and far more at moderate volume) without hunting for a socket. The beat-synced RGB lighting adds a nice touch for the mood, and adjusts in the app, as does the equaliser. What places it among multi-function devices is its power bank function: a USB port recharges a phone, handy when the group's batteries run low late in the night. IPX6 waterproof, it fears neither splashes nor rain, and the detachable strap makes it easy to carry. Two honest nuances: at full power with the LEDs on, the runtime naturally drops, and at nearly 3 kg it is not a pocket mini-speaker. But to liven up parties while rescuing phones, the Bang 2 offers an excellent sound-features-price ratio.
Lepro Camping Lantern 280 lm
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A 280-lumen lantern with 360-degree output hiding a 3000 mAh battery: it lights the tent at night and brings your phone back to life in the morning.
- Lighting: 280 lm over 360 degrees, 3 modes
- Battery: 3000 mAh, doubles as a power bank
- Runtime: 5 h at 280 lm, 11 h at 140 lm
- Mounting: Two magnets and two loops, IPX4
- A lantern that also recharges your phone
The Lepro lantern spreads its 280 lumens over 360 degrees, the kind of ambient light that fills a tent without the harsh shadows of a torch. Its 3000 mAh battery lasts 5 hours at full power and 11 hours on the medium setting, and doubles as a power bank to give a phone a partial charge. Two magnets in the base stick it to sheet metal or a steel pole, and two folding loops let you hang it upside down from the top of a tent. Its IPX4 rating shrugs off splashes.
We took this little Lepro on several overnight trips, and it occupies a category of its own: it is neither really a lamp nor really a battery, it is a 27-euro backup that does both jobs properly. Its 280 lumens are not impressive on paper, but spread over 360 degrees inside a two-person tent they are more than enough to read, cook or rummage through a bag without dazzling anyone. The medium 140-lumen mode is the one we used 90 % of the time, and it runs for eleven hours, which covers two or three full evenings. The two magnets in the base are the genuinely clever part: stick it to the bonnet of a van or the frame of a garden shed and your hands are free, which beats any hook. The two folding loops are still there to hang it from the top of a tent, the ideal position for even lighting. Treat the power bank function for what it is: 3000 mAh is roughly half a charge for a recent smartphone, and the output tops out at 5 W, so it is slow. It is a safety net to wake a phone up and make a call, not a replacement for a proper power bank. Two reservations: the acrylic housing shows its age next to aluminium lanterns, and micro-USB charging still means carrying a specific cable. For the price, the package remains very coherent.
Nitecore NWL30 Work Light
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Light up, recharge and repel mosquitoes: the Nitecore NWL30 is a 3-in-1 work light with 3000 lumens and a built-in 18,000 mAh battery.
- Lighting: 3000 lumens, 2700-6500K adjustable
- Battery: 18,000 mAh (20 W power bank)
- Functions: Light + mosquito repeller + power bank
- Weight: 515 g
- 3-in-1: light up, recharge, repel mosquitoes
The Nitecore NWL30 is a 3-in-1 outdoor work light: a powerful 3000-lumen light with adjustable color temperature (2700-6500K), a mosquito-repelling function, and a big 18,000 mAh battery that also works as a power bank (20 W output over USB-C and USB-A). With a red signaling light, up to 130 hours of runtime and a full charge in 3.6 hours, it suits camping, fishing, bivouacs and power cuts. A versatile bundle for the outdoors.
The NWL30 is one of those objects that quickly earn a spot in the car boot or the bivouac bag. On paper, the 3-in-1 smells of gimmick, but in use each function holds up. The 3000-lumen output is genuinely powerful for a light this size, and the stepless color-temperature adjustment, from warm white to cool white, is a real pleasure for switching from a dinner-table mood to true work lighting. The 18,000 mAh battery gives solid runtime and does a real job as a backup power bank, with its USB-C and USB-A outputs. The mosquito-repelling function does the job on summer evenings. We also like the red signaling light and the rugged build. Two reservations: at 515 g it is not ultralight, and its price places it above a simple lantern. But for anyone who wants a single object that lights up, recharges and repels mosquitoes, it is very convincing.
Nitecore LR70
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Three devices in one: a 3000 lm flashlight, a 360-degree camping lantern and a 10,000 mAh power bank, all rechargeable over USB-C.
- Capacity: 10,000 mAh (2x 21700 cells)
- Lighting: 3000 lm flashlight, 400 lm lantern + red
- Functions: Flashlight, 360-degree lantern, USB-C power bank
- Durability: IP67, 1 m drop, 271 g
- 3-in-1: 400 lm lantern, 3000 lm flashlight, 10000 mAh power bank
The Nitecore LR70 is a clever 3-in-1 device that combines a powerful flashlight (up to 3000 lumens, two Luminus SST40 LEDs), a 360-degree camping lantern (up to 400 lumens, with red and SOS modes) and a 10,000 mAh power bank able to recharge a smartphone via its USB-C port. Compact (271 g) and rugged (IP67 waterproof, resistant to 1 m drops), it recharges itself over USB-C and becomes the ideal companion for camping, bivouacs and emergencies.
We loved the Nitecore LR70 for its Swiss-army-knife take on light. Hiking or camping, having in a single object a flashlight that can light up 300 m away and a mood lantern that glows at 360 degrees genuinely changes things: you light the path, then set the device down in the tent for a warm, pleasant light, without carrying two accessories. The 3000 lumens in Turbo are stunning for the size, and the lantern modes (soft white, plus red, SOS and beacon) are perfect at a bivouac or in a pinch. The power-bank function is the third asset: the 10,000 mAh recharge a smartphone over USB-C, enough to save the day when things get tricky. The build inspires confidence, IP67 waterproof and impact-resistant, and USB-C charging is handy. Two honest nuances: at full power, the runtime drops fast (Turbo is made for short bursts), and at 271 g it is not the lightest accessory. But for anyone wanting a single device that lights up strongly, illuminates a camp and rescues phones, the LR70 is a versatile success.
Related questions
It is a device that combines energy storage with at least one other off-grid function: lighting, a Bluetooth speaker, vehicle jump starting, an air compressor or a battery charger. The idea is to replace two or three objects in a bag with one, at the cost of a compromise on each function taken separately.
Yes, when it has a USB output, which most portable models do. Expect modest power though, often 5 to 10 watts, and reduced usable capacity: the music takes priority. Count on roughly one smartphone charge, no more.
A 1 to 3 watt LED draws very little from the reserve: on a 20,000 mAh pack the light runs for several dozen hours continuously and uses only a few per cent of the capacity. It is the least costly hybrid function, which explains why so many outdoor models include one.
Rarely. The maker's priority goes to the main function, and the charging side often makes do with a 10 to 18 watt USB-A port without Power Delivery. If charging speed matters to you, check for a USB-C PD port and its real output, which we list on every product page.
As a backup, yes. As a main source, no: a panel the size of the casing produces 1 to 2 watts, meaning 30 to 60 hours of full sun to fill 10,000 mAh. Treat it as insurance on a long hike, and charge the pack from the mains before you leave.