These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The JBL Partybox 130 ranks #7 of 53 party speakers by sound quality at $449.95; the Bumpboxx Flare 8 ranks #82 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality at $400.
What the JBL Partybox 130 does well: A manageable party speaker with balanced, powerful sound, deep bass, a removable battery and a light show. It links with other speakers (Auracast), which the Bumpboxx Flare 8 cannot. The catch: It is still bass-forward and less clear than the PartyBox 120 in direct comparisons.
The Bumpboxx Flare 8 is the lighter, tougher choice. A retro styled party speaker with FM radio, water resistance and high volume for small outdoor parties. At 19 lbs (8.62 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the JBL Partybox 130 at 24.9 lbs (11.3 kg). It is rated IPX6 against IPX4 for the JBL Partybox 130. Watch for: Bass is thuddy rather than deep or controlled, and there is no app to improve the tuning.
One note: the Bumpboxx Flare 8 is no longer in production and isn’t widely stocked new anymore. The Bumpboxx Flare 8’s replacement, the Bumpboxx Flare8 Pro, is still sold new.
Buy the JBL Partybox 130 at $449.95 if you want a party speaker. Buy the Bumpboxx Flare 8 at $400 if you want a boombox speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Partybox 130 | Bumpboxx Flare 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $449.95 | $400 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #7 of 53 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #82 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | - |
| Charging Time | 3 hours | - |
| Drivers | 2x 5.2” woofers, 2x 1” tweeters | 8” woofer + tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (7 band) | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Guitar Input | Yes | - |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX6 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | USB-C |
| Removable Battery | Yes | - |
| Stereo | Partially | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 24.9 lbs (11.3 kg) | 19 lbs (8.62 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 200W | 200W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 22.6”H x 11.7”W x 11.9”D (575 x 298.4 x 303 mm) | 28” x 8” x 16” (711 x 203 x 406 mm) |
| Strap | No | - |
| Built-in Microphone | - | No |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Maximum SPL | - | 118dB (Manufacturer specified) |
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