Short answer: it depends on whether you need a battery. The JBL Partybox 710 runs only on mains power, while the JBL Partybox 520 has a battery rated for 15 hours. The JBL Partybox 710 ranks higher on sound quality (#7 vs #8 of 13 large party speakers, 4.7/5 vs 4.6/5) and costs $230.95 less. Get the JBL Partybox 710 if it will always be plugged in, or the JBL Partybox 520 if you want to play away from an outlet.
Buy the JBL Partybox 520 if you need to play away from an outlet. Buy the JBL Partybox 710 if it will always be plugged in.
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A loud battery party speaker with deep bass, wheels, a capable app EQ, and inputs for mics and instruments.
A big, powerful mains party speaker with excellent sound and deep bass, plus wheels and a handle for moving it.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Partybox 520 | JBL Partybox 710 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $879.95 | $649.00 |
| Ranked | #8 of 13 in Large Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #7 of 13 in Large Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | No Battery |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| EQ | Yes (5 band) | Yes (3 band) |
| Guitar Input | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | Yes (PartyBoost) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 56.2 lbs (25.5 kg) | 61.7 lbs (28 kg) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.1 |
| Dimensions | 16.3” x 30.3” x 14.5” (415 x 769 x 369 mm) | 15.7” x 35.6” x 17.2” (399 x 905 x 436 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 7.5” woofer, 2x 1” dome tweeter | 2x 8” woofer, 2x 2.75” tweeter |
| Amplifier Power | 400W | 800W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Wheels | Yes | Yes |
| Strap | No | No |
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