JBL Partybox 720 vs JBL Partybox 100

Last updated: October 5, 2026

These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The JBL Partybox 720 ranks #5 of 13 large party speakers by sound quality at $1,099.95; the JBL Partybox 100 ranks #8 of 44 party speakers by sound quality at $499.99.

JBL Partybox 720 vs JBL Partybox 100

The JBL Partybox 720 is the tougher choice. JBL’s most powerful battery-equipped PartyBox combines 800W output, two removable batteries, wheels, a light show, Auracast, USB-C playback, app EQ and karaoke/guitar inputs. It is rated IPX4, while the JBL Partybox 100 has no water resistance. It links with other speakers (Auracast), which the JBL Partybox 100 cannot. It has an adjustable EQ, which the JBL Partybox 100 lacks. The tradeoff: At 68.3 lbs (31 kg) and 94cm tall, it is still cumbersome despite the wheels.

The JBL Partybox 100 is the lighter option. Quite neutral sound, pretty deep bass. At 21.4 lbs (9.7 kg) it weighs much less than the JBL Partybox 720 at 68.3 lbs (31 kg). The catch: A slight peak in the upper mids.

One note: the JBL Partybox 100 is discontinued, but it still ranks #8 of 44 party speakers by sound quality, ahead of most of what is still sold new, so it is worth considering used.

Buy the JBL Partybox 720 ($1,099.95) for a large party speaker; the JBL Partybox 100 ($499.99) suits a party speaker instead.

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Specifications Side By Side

JBL Partybox 720 JBL Partybox 100
Price$1,099.95$499.99 Discontinued
Ranked#5 of 13 in Large Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers#8 of 44 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
AppYesNo
Aux InputYesYes
Battery Life15 hours (Manufacturer specified)12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYesYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBCSBC
EQYes (5 band)No
Guitar InputYesYes
IP RatingIPX4None
Microphone InputYes (Karaoke mode with echo effect)Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect)
Party ModeYes (Auracast)No
Power BankYes (USB-C)Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A)
Power InputAC Power cordAC Power cord
Removable BatteryYes-
TWSYesYes
USB PlaybackYesYes
Weight68.3 lbs (31 kg)21.4 lbs (9.7 kg)
Built-in MicrophoneNo-
StereoYesPartially
OmnidirectionalNoNo
Wi-FiNo-
Bluetooth Version5.44.2
Dimensions16.4” x 37.1” x 16” (416 x 942 x 406 mm)11.3” x 21.7” x 11.4” (288 x 551 x 290 mm)
Drivers2x 9” woofer, 2x 1.25” dome tweeter2x 5.25” (133mm) woofers + 2x 2.25” (57mm) tweeters
Amplifier Power800W160W
Digital Aux InputNoNo
LightsYesYes
WheelsYes-
StrapNoNo
Bass Extension (-10dB)-41Hz
Charging Time-6.5 hours
Frequency Response-45Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified)
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How JBL Partybox 100 compares with other leading options:

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JBL Partybox 720 ranking card

Older model: the JBL Partybox 710 (ranked lower, rated 4.7/5).

Pros: JBL’s most powerful battery-equipped PartyBox combines 800W output, two removable batteries, wheels, a light show, Auracast, USB-C playback, app EQ and karaoke/guitar inputs. Independent testing confirms very high output, strong bass and a flexible 5- or 7-band EQ; it can easily cover a backyard or large event.

Cons: At 31kg and 94cm tall, it is still cumbersome despite the wheels. Its front-facing vertical driver layout gives uneven sound to listeners at the sides or behind it, bass compresses at very high volume and reviewers note a faint hiss. The default is dark/bass-heavy, so use the app EQ and do not expect a neutral indoor hi-fi speaker.

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Amplifier Power800W
AppYes
Aux InputYes
Battery Life15 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.4
Built-in MicrophoneNo
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions16.4” x 37.1” x 16” (416 x 942 x 406 mm)
Drivers2x 9” woofer, 2x 1.25” dome tweeter
EQYes (5 band)
Guitar InputYes
IP RatingIPX4
LightsYes
Microphone InputYes (Karaoke mode with echo effect)
OmnidirectionalNo
Party ModeYes (Auracast)
Power BankYes (USB-C)
Power InputAC Power cord
Removable BatteryYes
StereoYes
StrapNo
TWSYes
USB PlaybackYes
Weight68.3 lbs (31 kg)
WheelsYes
Wi-FiNo
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JBL Partybox 100 ranking card

Newer model: the JBL Partybox Club 120, ranked higher, rated 4.5/5.

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 Stormbox Blast which is way smaller with better sound quality. Discontinued.

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Amplifier Power160W
AppNo
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)41Hz
Battery Life12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version4.2
Charging Time6.5 hours
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions11.3” x 21.7” x 11.4” (288 x 551 x 290 mm)
Drivers2x 5.25” (133mm) woofers + 2x 2.25” (57mm) tweeters
EQNo
Frequency Response45Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Guitar InputYes
IP RatingNone
LightsYes
Microphone InputYes (Karaoke mode with echo effect)
OmnidirectionalNo
Party ModeNo
Power BankYes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A)
Power InputAC Power cord
StereoPartially
StrapNo
TWSYes
USB PlaybackYes
Weight21.4 lbs (9.7 kg)
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