A Closer Look At The Infinity (JBL) Fuze 100 Wireless Speaker – Perfect Entry-Level Bluetooth Speaker

Last Updated on 15 September, 2022 by Sourav Roy

Infinity might not be a familiar name to you, but you probably know its parent company JBL. It’s one of the most prolific audio companies in the world. Infinity is JBL’s budget-friendly sub-brand, and the Fuze 100 Wireless Speaker is one of Inifiniy’s most affordable speakers. That doesn’t mean the speaker comes with any compromises in performance, though. Let’s discuss that for a bit.

Fuze 100 Wireless Speaker

Dimensions8.2 x 8.2 x 9 cm
Weight195g
Battery Life9 hours
WaterproofYes
Charging Time3 hours 30 minutes
Bluetooth Range10m
Max Power Output4.5 Watts
CompatibilitySmartphones, Tablets, Laptops, Audio Players
Exterior Build MaterialFabric Mesh + Rubber Material

What We Like

  • Compact design makes it incredibly portable.
  • Dual equaliser modes and excellent bass add to the acoustic experience greatly.
  • IPX7 waterproof body offers enhanced safety.
  • The dual speaker feature offers you more versatility.
  • Speakerphone feature offers you a lot of convenience during calls.
  • Voice Assistant integration offers more convenient control.

Why Is It Good?

  • Good Bluetooth connectivity.
  • Excellent Mic quality.
  • Voice control.
  • Two EQ modes.
  • The rubber bottom offers a good grip.
  • Durable.

What Are The Drawbacks?

  • Volume lowers when the battery drops.

 

Why do we recommend The Infinity (JBL) Fuze 100 Wireless Speaker?

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Versatile Audio Output: Let’s start by discussing the dual equaliser, which is one of the most significant features that led us to rank this Bluetooth speaker among the best in India. With this Dual EQ, you can choose between an audio configuration with greater bass and one that is more evenly balanced. Therefore, you’ll be able to fine-tune this speaker even further for the music you enjoy listening to and have a backup mode in case you don’t like the sound.

Good Quality In Both Modes: Both options provided by the Dual EQ function sound excellent. The only exception is if you play low-bass music in enhanced bass mode. If you do this, the speaker will produce unnecessary bass, drowning out the voices and instrumentals.

Long Battery Life: Though fairly inexpensive, this speaker will last you a long time on a single charge. You can get 9 hours of playback at 50% volume, which is more than most people need. At higher volumes, you’d probably get like 8 hours, but that’s the norm for all other Bluetooth speakers that boast a similar battery life.

Made To Last With A Rugged Fabric Exterior And Waterproofed: The Infinity (JBL) Fuze 100 speaker is one of the most durable and long-lasting Bluetooth speakers you can buy. The entire body is wrapped in a rugged fabric that can withstand a fair amount of abuse, and it’s also IPX7 waterproof. So, you don’t have to worry about spills or getting caught in the rain.

Connects And Syncs With Another Fuze 100 Speaker: The Infinity (JBL) Fuze 100 speaker is designed to be used in pairs. So, you can buy two and connect them wirelessly for a richer and more immersive sound. You can also use one as a left channel and the other as a right channel for a true stereo experience.

Comes With A Handy Speakerphone Feature: The speakerphone feature is always useful. It’s not going to replace your phone, but it’s good for making calls in a pinch or if you’re in a situation where it’s not convenient to use your phone. Even better, we noticed that the noise cancellation in the mic was also decent- it doesn’t catch too many external sounds.

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Take Notes

Odd Behaviour On Low Charge: We’re not entirely sure if this is an intended design choice or a bug, but the Infinity (JBL) Fuze 100 speaker behaves oddly when running low on charge. The volume automatically lowers itself, and you won’t be able to increase it again until the speaker is back above 80% charge.

Note: The only official model from JBL is the Fuze 100. However, some sites list the product as “Fuze 99”. There’s no such model; it’s just a different name for the Fuze 100, with the exact design, specifications, and performance.

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FAQ

Is it stereo?

No, it’s mono. You need two of these speakers for stereo sound, which you can connect together and sync to emulate stereo.

Does it have voice recognition?

It doesn’t have its own built-in voice assistant, but it does work with Google Assistant and Siri.

Does it use an aptx codec or an aptxhd codec?

It uses aptx.

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Verdict

You’re probably pleasantly surprised like we were. For one, the speaker doesn’t have that much of a flaw. Although, that’s to be expected, considering it’s a basic option. The feature list, however, is what truly made us appreciate this speaker. You won’t even get half of all these things in other speakers of the same price range, much less any decent durability. It has a lot to offer for the latter, too- it passed our endurance tests with flying colours. Whether you need a secondary driver or a new primary Bluetooth speaker in general, this one is definitely a solid choice.

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You can see where to locate this Bluetooth speaker by looking at our list of the 9 best Bluetooth speakers In India 2022 that we’ve hand-picked. We’ve also provided more choices with short summaries of their advantages and capabilities.

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