Short answer: the JBL Partybox 130. It ranks #5 of 50 party speakers by sound quality; the Teufel Rockster Air ranks #27.
The case for the JBL Partybox 130: Handle and wheels are convenient. Customizable color lighting modes. Quite neutral sound. The tradeoff: Boomier and less clear than the Partybox 120. High price. Note, JBL daisychain is not compatible with any other non-JBL speaker and is possibly a fully digital signal.
What the Teufel Rockster Air offers: Exceptional 58-hour battery (31 hours at full volume with ECO mode). User-replaceable battery adds real longevity. 112dB loud like live rock concert. Set against that: Peaky midrange, not very natural sounding. Starts to get distorted above half volume.
Buy the JBL Partybox 130 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Teufel Rockster Air if the price matters more than sound quality.
If battery life is a priority, the Teufel Rockster Air is rated for 30 hours versus 15 hours for the JBL Partybox 130.
If water resistance matters to you, the JBL Partybox 130 at IPX4 (splashing) holds up far better than the Teufel Rockster Air at no water resistance.
Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Partybox 130 | Teufel Rockster Air | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $449.95 | €500 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #5 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #27 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | aptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | 4.0 |
| Charging Time | 3 hours | - |
| Drivers | 2x 5.2" woofers, 2x 1" tweeters | 2x 40mm tweeters + 2x 50mm woofers + passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes (7 band) | No |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Guitar Input | Yes | - |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | None |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-C, 5V/2A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes | - |
| Stereo | Partially | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Weight | 24.9 lbs / 11.3 kg | 32 lbs / 14.5 kg |
| Output Power | 200W | 250W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | ~52Hz |
| Dimensions | - | 11.8" x 21.3" x 11" (300 x 540 x 280 mm) |
| Discontinued | - | Yes |
| Max Volume | - | 115dB |
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The Two Speakers In Full
JBL Partybox 130: $449.95 Amazon
Pros: Handle and wheels are convenient. Customizable color lighting modes. Quite neutral sound. Removable battery.
Cons: Boomier and less clear than the Partybox 120. High price. Note, JBL daisychain is not compatible with any other non-JBL speaker and is possibly a fully digital signal.
Full JBL Partybox 130 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 |
| Charging Time | 3 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Drivers | 2x 5.2" woofers, 2x 1" tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (7 band) |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 200W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes |
| Stereo | Partially |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 24.9 lbs / 11.3 kg |
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Teufel Rockster Air: €500 Discontinued
Pros: Exceptional 58-hour battery (31 hours at full volume with ECO mode). User-replaceable battery adds real longevity. 112dB loud like live rock concert. Tight bass, solid build, clean full-range guitar output (legitimate practice amp). XLR mic/instrument/aux inputs with companion XLR daisy-chain. USB-A device charging. Party Link Stereo pairs two units wirelessly.
Cons: Peaky midrange, not very natural sounding. Starts to get distorted above half volume. Only available in Europe. Discontinued.
Full Teufel Rockster Air review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~52Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.8" x 21.3" x 11" (300 x 540 x 280 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm tweeters + 2x 50mm woofers + passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Max Volume | 115dB |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 250W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C, 5V/2A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 32 lbs / 14.5 kg |
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