JBL Partybox 720 vs JBL Partybox 310

Last updated: October 5, 2026

Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The JBL Partybox 720 ranks #5 of 13 large party speakers by sound quality at $1,099.95; the JBL Partybox 310 ranks #4 of 44 party speakers by sound quality at $449.95.

JBL Partybox 720 vs JBL Partybox 310

The case for the JBL Partybox 720: 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 links with other speakers (Auracast), which the JBL Partybox 310 cannot. Watch for: At 68.3 lbs (31 kg) and 94cm tall, it is still cumbersome despite the wheels.

The JBL Partybox 310 is the lighter choice. Absolute deepest bass of any battery powered speaker, most balanced sound in the class, handle and wheels are convenient. At 37.5 lbs (17 kg) it weighs much less than the JBL Partybox 720 at 68.3 lbs (31 kg).

Worth knowing: the JBL Partybox 310 is discontinued, though it still ranks #4 of 44 party speakers by sound quality, so a used unit beats most of what is still sold new.

Buy the JBL Partybox 720 ($1,099.95) for a large party speaker; the JBL Partybox 310 ($449.95) suits a party speaker instead.

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Specifications Side By Side

JBL Partybox 720 JBL Partybox 310
Price$1,099.95$449.95 Discontinued
Ranked#5 of 13 in Large Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers#4 of 44 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
AppYesYes
Aux InputYesYes
Battery Life15 hours (Manufacturer specified)18 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYesYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBCSBC
EQYes (5 band)Yes (3 band)
Guitar InputYesYes
IP RatingIPX4IPX4
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)37.5 lbs (17 kg)
Built-in MicrophoneNo-
StereoYesPartially
OmnidirectionalNoNo
Wi-FiNo-
Bluetooth Version5.45.1
Dimensions16.4” x 37.1” x 16” (416 x 942 x 406 mm)27.1”H x 12.8”W x 14.5”D (687.7 x 325.6 x 367.8 mm)
Drivers2x 9” woofer, 2x 1.25” dome tweeter2x 6.5” (165mm) woofers + 2x 2.5” (65mm) tweeters
Amplifier Power800W240W
Digital Aux InputNoNo
LightsYesYes
WheelsYesYes
StrapNoNo
Bass Extension (-10dB)-32Hz
Charging Time-3.5 hours
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How JBL Partybox 310 compares with other leading options:

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The Two Speakers In Full

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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 310 ranking card

Newer model: the JBL Partybox 330, ranked higher, rated 4.6/5.

Smaller model: the JBL Partybox 110 (ranked lower, rated 4.4/5).

Larger model: the JBL Partybox 710 (rated 4.7/5).

Pros: Absolute deepest bass of any battery powered speaker, most balanced sound in the class, handle and wheels are convenient. Increase treble one step in the app EQ to make it more neutral. Customizable color lighting modes. Very close to the JBL Partybox Stage 320 in terms of performance. Measured bass extension of 32Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Very large. Discontinued.

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Amplifier Power240W
AppYes
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)32Hz
Battery Life18 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.1
Charging Time3.5 hours
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions27.1”H x 12.8”W x 14.5”D (687.7 x 325.6 x 367.8 mm)
Drivers2x 6.5” (165mm) woofers + 2x 2.5” (65mm) tweeters
EQYes (3 band)
Guitar InputYes
IP RatingIPX4
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
Weight37.5 lbs (17 kg)
WheelsYes
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