Short answer: the JBL Authentics 200 is the safer all-round connected speaker, while the Klipsch The Three II is for listeners who enjoy a more lively treble balance. Neither has a clean bass-depth advantage in the available notes. The Klipsch The Three II is discontinued; its replacement is the Klipsch The Three Plus.
The Authentics 200’s limitation is low-end reach: it does not dig as deep as stronger one-box competitors. That makes it best for music that values clarity and convenience over full sub-bass weight.
The Three II’s central tradeoff is boosted treble. This can add apparent detail at low volume, but it may turn cymbals and sibilants too forward in a bright room.
Buy the JBL Authentics 200 if you want the more broadly balanced connected-speaker choice and can live without the deepest bass.
Buy the Klipsch The Three II if you prefer extra treble energy and its particular retro one-box presentation.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Authentics 200 | Klipsch The Three II | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.95 each | $400 each Discontinued |
| Ranked | #10 of 29 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers | #24 of 29 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Battery Life | No Battery | No Battery |
| EQ | Yes | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Wifi, Aux, USB (US only) | Bluetooth, Aux, RCA, Optical, USB |
| IP Rating | None | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Wi-Fi multi-room) | No |
| Stereo | Partially (1 woofer) | Partially (1 woofer) |
| Drivers | 5” full-range woofer, 2x 25mm tweeters; 6-inch down-firing passive radiator; 6-inch down-firing passive radiator; 6-inch down-firing passive radiator; 6-inch down-firing passive radiator | 4.5” woofer, 2x 2.25” full-range midranges |
| TWS | No | No |
| Weight | 9.3 lbs (4.2 kg) | 10.4 lbs (4.7 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz)) | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported | ported |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~50Hz | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, aptX |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Dimensions | 10.5” x 6.8” x 6.6” (266.3 x 171.7 x 167.4 mm) | 11” x 7.3” x 7.3” (280 x 186 x 186 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 45Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Power Input | AC Power Cable (100-240V) | - |
| Streaming Services | AirPlay, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Alexa MRM | - |
| Voice Assistants | Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant (simultaneous) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 90W | 60W (Woofer: 30W, Full-range: 2x15W) |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
Where the Ratings Come From
- JBL Authentics 200: reviews by Jay’s Straight Up Reviews & More and Danny Pops.
- Klipsch The Three II: reviews by DSAUDIO.review.
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