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JBL’s Go 4 Is Our Favorite Tiny Bluetooth Speaker, and It’s Just $40 for Presidents Day

This pint-sized JBL speaker punches way above its weight, and right now, it's near its all-time low price with this Presidents Day deal.

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We've just spotted a great Presidents Day deal on one of our favorite portable speakers. The JBL Go 4 portable Bluetooth speaker is down to just $40 at Amazon right now. If you've been eyeing a solid portable Bluetooth speaker, now's your chance.

Whether you need a speaker you can chuck into your backpack or just something to set on the counter while you're cooking, this JBL speaker sounds way bigger than it looks. This deal brings the price close to the lowest we've tracked for this speaker, and you can purchase it in several color options.

The JBL Go 4 is a compact Bluetooth speaker measuring just 3 inches. It has a small loop that you can use to attach to your jeans, backpack or keychain. Despite being small enough to put in your pocket or purse, it delivers 5 watts of power and ample volume. JBL equipped the Go 4 with a battery that can last up to seven hours, so you can listen to your favorite music, audiobooks or podcasts for hours. To extend battery life by an extra two hours, tap Playtime Boost and you're set.

If you're outdoorsy, you'll love that the JBL Go 4 is IP67 water- and dust-proof. It can handle a splash from nearby pools, a day at the beach or a light drizzle. Need more volume? Connect the JBL Go 4 with another Go 4 or JBL speaker using Auracast. In addition to these cool features, you have plenty of colors to choose from, so you can have a Bluetooth speaker that fits your taste.

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Why this deal matters

Typically, the JBL Go 4 costs $50. It's a solid upgrade over the JBL Go 3 as it's equipped with stronger bass acoustics for a more powerful sound. At $40, this almost matches the lowest price we've seen at $38, which makes now a great time to upgrade. But if you're looking for more savings, you can check out our roundup of the best Presidents Day Amazon deals available to shop right now.