Short answer: the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi. It ranks #20 of 73 boombox speakers by sound quality; the Teufel Boomster NG (2017) ranks #37.
On the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi side: Loudest speaker in the category. Watch for: Bass boosted. Dip at 160hz.
What the Teufel Boomster NG (2017) gets right: Pretty neutral sound. The tradeoff: Not as deep bass as others in the category.
One note: the Teufel Boomster NG (2017) is discontinued, but it still ranks #37 of 73 boombox speakers by sound quality, ahead of most of what is still sold new, so it is worth considering used.
Buy the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Teufel Boomster NG (2017) if the price matters more than sound quality.
If water resistance matters to you, the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi at IP67 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the Teufel Boomster NG (2017) at no water resistance.
Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Boombox 3 Wifi | Teufel Boomster NG (2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $389.95 | €99 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #20 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #37 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz | 47Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | None |
| Max Volume | 111dB | - |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2A) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cable | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Weight | 14.6 lbs / 6.6 kg | 7.5 lbs / 3.4 kg |
| Wifi | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| App | No | No |
| EQ | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Built in Microphone | No | No |
| Output Power | 200W AC / 140W battery | 38W RMS |
| Dimensions | 19.1" x 10.1" x 7.9" (484 x 256 x 200 mm) | 5.7" x 14.6" x 7.1" (145 x 370 x 180 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 189mm subwoofer + 2x 81mm woofers + 2x 20mm tweeters | 1x 90mm woofer + 2x 65mm midrange drivers + 2x 20mm tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Removable Battery | - | Yes |
| Discontinued | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
JBL Boombox 3 Wifi: $389.95 Amazon
Pros: Loudest speaker in the category. Slightly better frequency response than the non-wifi version.
Cons: Bass boosted. Dip at 160hz
Full JBL Boombox 3 Wifi review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 19.1" x 10.1" x 7.9" (484 x 256 x 200 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 189mm subwoofer + 2x 81mm woofers + 2x 20mm tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 111dB |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 200W AC / 140W battery |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cable |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 14.6 lbs / 6.6 kg |
| Wifi | Yes |
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Teufel Boomster NG (2017): €99 Discontinued
Pros: Pretty neutral sound. Removable battery
Cons: Not as deep bass as others in the category. Bass port can make noise. No water rating. Discontinued.
Full Teufel Boomster NG (2017) review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 47Hz |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 5.7" x 14.6" x 7.1" (145 x 370 x 180 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 1x 90mm woofer + 2x 65mm midrange drivers + 2x 20mm tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 38W RMS |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Removable Battery | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 7.5 lbs / 3.4 kg |
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