Short answer: the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi. It ranks #26 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality (rated 3.8/5) at $389.95 and is still sold new; the Bumpboxx Flare 8 ranks #82 (rated 2.6/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. The Bumpboxx Flare 8’s replacement, the Bumpboxx Flare8 Pro, is rated 2.8/5 at $449.
The JBL Boombox 3 Wifi is the better-sounding, longer-running choice. A big, waterproof stereo boombox with Wi-Fi, a long battery and enough volume for any outdoor party. It is rated for 24 hours of battery against 12 for the Bumpboxx Flare 8. At 14.6 lbs (6.6 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Bumpboxx Flare 8 at 19 lbs (8.62 kg). Watch for: Bass boosted.
The case for the Bumpboxx Flare 8: A retro styled party speaker with FM radio, water resistance and high volume for small outdoor parties. It has an adjustable EQ, which the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi lacks. The tradeoff: Bass is thuddy rather than deep or controlled, and there is no app to improve the tuning.
Buy the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi. It is rated higher for sound quality and still sold new, while the Bumpboxx Flare 8 is discontinued.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Boombox 3 Wifi | Bumpboxx Flare 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $389.95 | $400 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #26 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #82 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX6 |
| Maximum SPL | 111dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 118dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2A) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cable | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 14.6 lbs (6.6 kg) | 19 lbs (8.62 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| App | No | No |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 200W AC / 140W battery | 200W |
| Dimensions | 19.1” x 10.1” x 7.9” (484 x 256 x 200 mm) | 28” x 8” x 16” (711 x 203 x 406 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 189mm subwoofer + 2x 81mm woofers + 2x 20mm tweeters | 8” woofer + tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | - |
| Strap | No | - |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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