Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The JBL Flip 7 ranks #14 of 135 medium speakers by sound quality at $149.95; the Onn XL Wireless Party Speaker ranks #14 of 50 party speakers by sound quality at $249.
The case for the JBL Flip 7: a very neutral speaker, small enough to be almost pocket-sized, with slightly more treble and slightly deeper bass than the well-regarded Flip 6 - and a fraction of the size, weight and price of a full party speaker. The catch: a small bump around 4kHz keeps it just a touch less neutral than the Flip 6 it replaced, and it has none of a party speaker’s microphones, wheels or lighting.
What the Onn XL Wireless Party Speaker gets right: an exceptional value for a party speaker, two included wireless microphones, wheels plus a built-in handle, 5 multicolor LED effects, and an onboard control display. Set against that: a little bright up top, not quite as well balanced as the JBL Partybox 330.
Buy the JBL Flip 7 at $149.95 if you want a medium speaker. Buy the Onn XL Wireless Party Speaker at $249 if you want a party speaker instead.
If water resistance matters to you, the JBL Flip 7 at IP68 (extended submersion) holds up far better than the Onn XL Wireless Party Speaker at IPX4 (splashing).
Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Flip 7 | Onn XL Wireless Party Speaker | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.95 | $249.00 |
| Ranked | #14 of 135 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #14 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | - |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 59Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built in Microphone | No | - |
| EQ | Yes (7 band) | - |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IPX4 |
| Max Volume | 100dB | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | - |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-A) |
| Stereo | No | - |
| TWS | No | - |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | - |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 560 g | 44 lbs / 19.96 kg |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | - |
| Drivers | 45x80mm racetrack driver + 16mm tweeter | Dual 8" (203mm) woofers + dual 2" (51mm) tweeters |
| Output Power | 35W total (25W main + 10W tweeter) | 240W |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | - |
| Dimensions | 7.2" x 2.7" x 2.8" (182.5 x 69.5 x 71.5 mm) | 30.1"H x 15.7"W x 15.5"D (765.0 x 400.0 x 392.9 mm) |
| Power Input | USB-C (5V 7.5W-15W) | AC Power cord |
| Microphone Input | - | Yes (2 inputs, karaoke mode) |
| Wireless Microphones | - | Yes 2 Included |
| Guitar Input | - | Yes |
| Removable Battery | - | No |
The Two Speakers In Full
JBL Flip 7: $149.95 Amazon
Pros: A very neutral speaker, very small, almost pocket size. Just slightly more treble than the Flip 6 which was already a great speaker. Slightly deeper bass than the Flip 6
Cons: A little bit of a bump at 4khz, not quite as neutral as the FLip 6. I believe this one is slightly worse than the Flip 6.
Full JBL Flip 7 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 59Hz |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) |
| Dimensions | 7.2" x 2.7" x 2.8" (182.5 x 69.5 x 71.5 mm) |
| Drivers | 45x80mm racetrack driver + 16mm tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (7 band) |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Max Volume | 100dB |
| Output Power | 35W total (25W main + 10W tweeter) |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C (5V 7.5W-15W) |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 560 g |
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Onn XL Wireless Party Speaker: $249.00 Walmart
Pros: An exceptional value in a party speaker. Includes 2 wireless microphones. Wheels and a built-in handle for easy transport. 5 multicolor LED lighting effects. Control display on the unit.
Cons: A little bright up top, not quite as well balanced as the JBL Partybox 330.
Full Onn XL Wireless Party Speaker review and specifications →
| Aux Input | Yes |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 30.1"H x 15.7"W x 15.5"D (765.0 x 400.0 x 392.9 mm) |
| Drivers | Dual 8" (203mm) woofers + dual 2" (51mm) tweeters |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (2 inputs, karaoke mode) |
| Output Power | 240W |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | No |
| Weight | 44 lbs / 19.96 kg |
| Wireless Microphones | Yes 2 Included |
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