Short answer: the JBL Partybox 330, if you are buying new. The JBL Partybox 310 ranks higher than the Soundboks Mix (#4 vs #37 of 54 party speakers) but is discontinued; its replacement, the JBL Partybox 330, is rated 4.6/5 at $629.95 and is still sold new.
The JBL Partybox 310 is the better-sounding option. A top party speaker with remarkably deep bass and balanced sound, wheels and a handle, now discontinued but worth buying used. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Soundboks Mix lacks. The tradeoff: It is very large, at 688 x 326 x 368mm and 37.5 lbs (17 kg), so it is a poor fit for small spaces or carrying far.
The Soundboks Mix is the longer-running, lighter choice. A rugged, weatherproof party speaker with a swappable battery that runs all day at mid volume and fast USB-C charging. It is rated for 40 hours of battery against 18 for the JBL Partybox 310. At 21.4 lbs (9.7 kg) it weighs much less than the JBL Partybox 310 at 37.5 lbs (17 kg). It links with other speakers (TeamUp, up to 5 speakers), which the JBL Partybox 310 cannot. The tradeoff: Doesn’t have as deep of bass as higher-ranked speakers, and can sound somewhat bright in the treble.
Buy the JBL Partybox 330, the replacement for the discontinued JBL Partybox 310; it is rated higher for sound quality than the Soundboks Mix.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Partybox 310 | Soundboks Mix | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $579.95 Discontinued | $799 |
| Ranked | #4 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #37 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 32Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC (additional codecs unverified) |
| Charging Time | 3.5 hours | - |
| EQ | Yes (3 band) | No |
| Guitar Input | Yes | - |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IP65 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) | - |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (TeamUp, up to 5 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | USB-C |
| Stereo | Partially | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Weight | 37.5 lbs (17 kg) | 21.4 lbs (9.7 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 240W | 72W |
| Drivers | 2x 6.5” (165mm) woofers + 2x 2.5” (65mm) tweeters | 10” woofer, 1.2” tweeter |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Wheels | Yes | - |
| Dimensions | 27.1”H x 12.8”W x 14.5”D (687.7 x 325.6 x 367.8 mm) | 19.1” x 13.5” x 10.9” (484 x 342 x 276 mm) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 4.2 |
| Strap | No | - |
| Frequency Response | - | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | - | 121dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Removable Battery | - | Yes |
Where the Ratings Come From
- JBL Partybox 310: reviews by DLX Willington, Jay’s Straight Up Reviews & More and KULAS TECH SHOW.
- Soundboks Mix: reviews by M1MTechChannel, GYMCADDY and Xander.
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