Short answer: the JBL Boombox 3. It ranks #27 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality, rated 3.8/5, at $349.95. The Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 ranks #104, rated 2.1/5, at $208.99, $140.96 cheaper, a saving that is not big enough to make up the sound-quality gap.
The JBL Boombox 3 is the better-sounding, deeper-bass choice. A loud, fully waterproof boombox with a dedicated subwoofer, a 24 hour battery and power bank charging. Its bass reaches about 43Hz before falling 10dB, against 53Hz for the Monster Rockin’ Roller 270. At 14.8 lbs (6.7 kg) it weighs much less than the Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 at 28.7 lbs (13 kg). It is rated IP67 against IPX4 for the Monster Rockin’ Roller 270. Watch for: Dips in mid bass range which makes the bass sound undefined, bass boosted, peaky at 700Hz, not quite as good mids and treble as the Blast.
The Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 is the longer-running choice. A wheeled party speaker with an enormous battery, sound spread wide around it and a wireless phone charging pad. It is rated for 100 hours of battery against 24 for the JBL Boombox 3. It has an adjustable EQ, which the JBL Boombox 3 lacks. The catch: Bass not as deep as competitors, less neutral than ION speakers.
Buy the JBL Boombox 3. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $140.96 you would save on the Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 does not close the gap.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Boombox 3 | Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349.95 | $208.99 |
| Ranked | #27 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #104 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 25ms | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz | 53Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 100 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX4 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 100ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 110dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 96dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cable | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 14.8 lbs (6.7 kg) | 28.7 lbs (13 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| App | No | Yes (Monster Zone Control app) |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| FM Tuner | No | Yes |
| Microphone Input | No | - |
| MicroSD Playback | No | - |
| Amplifier Power | 180W AC / 136W battery | 200W |
| Dimensions | 19” x 10.1” x 7.9” (482 x 257 x 200 mm) | 15” x 18.6” x 10.9” (381 x 472 x 276 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 189mm subwoofer + 2x 81mm woofers + 2x 20mm tweeters | 2x 3” (76mm) woofers + 2x tweeters (size undisclosed) |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Strap | No | No |
| Wheels | - | Yes |
Where the Ratings Come From
- JBL Boombox 3: reviews by JOY‘s 🎧3D🔈Audio-Show, Oluv and Alan Ross.
- Monster Rockin’ Roller 270: reviews by Charles BridgTec and Wanna Buy It.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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