These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The JBL Boombox 3 Wifi ranks #26 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality at $389.95; the Soundboks Mix ranks #36 of 53 party speakers by sound quality at $799.
The JBL Boombox 3 Wifi is the lighter, tougher pick. A big, waterproof stereo boombox with Wi-Fi, a long battery and enough volume for any outdoor party. At 14.6 lbs (6.6 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Soundboks Mix at 21.4 lbs (9.7 kg). It is rated IP67 against IP65 for the Soundboks Mix. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Soundboks Mix. The catch: Bass boosted.
The Soundboks Mix is the longer-running pick. A rugged, weatherproof party speaker with a swappable battery that runs all day at mid volume and fast USB-C charging. It is rated for 40 hours of battery against 24 for the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi. It links with other speakers (TeamUp, up to 5 speakers), which the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi cannot. Watch for: Doesn’t have as deep of bass as higher-ranked speakers, and can sound somewhat bright in the treble.
Buy the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi ($389.95) for a boombox speaker; the Soundboks Mix ($799) suits a party speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Boombox 3 Wifi | Soundboks Mix | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $389.95 | $799 |
| Ranked | #26 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #36 of 53 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP65 |
| Maximum SPL | 111dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 121dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (TeamUp, up to 5 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2A) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cable | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Weight | 14.6 lbs (6.6 kg) | 21.4 lbs (9.7 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC (additional codecs unverified) |
| App | No | No |
| EQ | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | - |
| Amplifier Power | 200W AC / 140W battery | 72W |
| Dimensions | 19.1” x 10.1” x 7.9” (484 x 256 x 200 mm) | 19.1” x 13.5” x 10.9” (484 x 342 x 276 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 189mm subwoofer + 2x 81mm woofers + 2x 20mm tweeters | 10” woofer, 1.2” tweeter |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Strap | No | - |
| Frequency Response | - | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Removable Battery | - | Yes |
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