These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The JBL Partybox 100 ranks #8 of 46 party speakers by sound quality at $499.99; the Braven XXL 2 ranks #81 of 91 boombox speakers by sound quality at $350.
Why pick the JBL Partybox 100: Quite neutral sound, pretty deep bass. The tradeoff: A slight peak in the upper mids.
The Braven XXL 2 is the longer-running, tougher choice. 18 hour battery life; USB-A port charges your phone 4 times over. It is rated for 18 hours of battery against 12 for the JBL Partybox 100. It is rated IPX5, while the JBL Partybox 100 has no water resistance. The catch: Not very deep bass.
Worth knowing: the JBL Partybox 100 is discontinued, though it still ranks #8 of 46 party speakers by sound quality, so a used unit beats most of what is still sold new. The JBL Partybox 100’s replacement, the JBL Partybox Club 120, is rated 4.5/5 at $349.95.
Buy the JBL Partybox 100 at $499.99 if you want a party speaker. Buy the Braven XXL 2 at $350 if you want a boombox speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Partybox 100 | Braven XXL 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499.99 Discontinued | $350 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #8 of 46 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #81 of 91 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 41Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.0 |
| Charging Time | 6.5 hours | - |
| Dimensions | 11.3” x 21.7” x 11.4” (288 x 551 x 290 mm) | 22” x 9” x 8” (558.8 x 228.6 x 203.2 mm) |
| EQ | No | No |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Guitar Input | Yes | - |
| IP Rating | None | IPX5 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) | - |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | USB-C |
| Stereo | Partially | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Weight | 21.4 lbs (9.7 kg) | 17.4 lbs (7.9 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 160W | 100W |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25” (133mm) woofers + 2x 2.25” (57mm) tweeters | 60W dual drivers |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Strap | No | - |
| Built-in Microphone | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
JBL Partybox 100: $499.99 Discontinued Amazon eBay
Newer model: the JBL Partybox Club 120, ranked higher, rated 4.5/5, released Apr 2024. See every JBL PartyBox generation.
Pros: Quite neutral sound, pretty deep bass. Measured bass extension of 41Hz (-10dB).
Cons: A slight peak in the upper mids. Slight TWS issue where the 2nd is slightly delayed. Just as loud and slightly deeper bass than a Tribit Stormbox Blast which is way smaller with better sound quality. Discontinued.
Full JBL Partybox 100 review and specifications →
| Released | Jul 2019 (7 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 160W |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 41Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Charging Time | 6.5 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.3” x 21.7” x 11.4” (288 x 551 x 290 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25” (133mm) woofers + 2x 2.25” (57mm) tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | None |
| Lights | Yes |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Partially |
| Strap | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 21.4 lbs (9.7 kg) |
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Braven XXL 2: $350 Discontinued eBay
Pros: 18 hour battery life; USB-A port charges your phone 4 times over. IPX5 water-resistant and floats despite weight. Built-in subwoofer delivers powerful bass. Includes bottle opener.
Cons: Not very deep bass. Very heavy. Discontinued.
Full Braven XXL 2 review and specifications →
| Released | 2019 (7 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 100W |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 22” x 9” x 8” (558.8 x 228.6 x 203.2 mm) |
| Drivers | 60W dual drivers |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX5 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 17.4 lbs (7.9 kg) |
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