Short answer: the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go 2 Plus. It ranks #5 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality, rated 4.4/5, at $349.95. The Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 ranks #31, rated 3.8/5, at $279.99, $69.96 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The JBL PartyBox On-The-Go 2 Plus is the better-sounding, lighter choice. A well balanced karaoke party speaker with clean bass, clear vocals, on-board vocal removal, an included wireless mic and a removable battery. At 14.2 lbs (6.45 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 at 19.2 lbs (8.7 kg). It links with other speakers (Auracast), which the Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 cannot. Watch for: The bass has less kick and physical impact than the JBL Partybox Encore 2 or JBL Partybox Club 120, and the JBL Partybox Club 120 gets noticeably louder.
The Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 is the longer-running, tougher choice. A big, waterproof party speaker with deep bass, very high volume, a 30 hour battery and two mic inputs. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 15 for the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go 2 Plus. It is rated IP67 against IPX4 for the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go 2 Plus. It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go 2 Plus lacks. Watch for: Sounds quite muddy with the boosted lower and upper bass.
Buy the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go 2 Plus. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $69.96 saving on the Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 is not enough to make up the difference.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL PartyBox On-The-Go 2 Plus | Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349.95 | $279.99 |
| Ranked | #5 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #31 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (JBL One app) | Yes (Tribit app) |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (app EQ, Deep and Punchy bass boost) | Yes (10 band) |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IP67 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C, 11V/2A) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power Cable or 10w USB-C |
| Removable Battery | Yes | - |
| Stereo | Partially | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Weight | 14.2 lbs (6.45 kg) | 19.2 lbs (8.7 kg) |
| Wireless Microphones | Yes 1 Included | - |
| Microphone Input | No (wireless only) | Yes (2x 6.35mm) |
| Guitar Input | No | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, LC3 | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Amplifier Power | 100W RMS | 200W AC / 180W battery |
| Dimensions | 19.7” x 10.2” x 8.7” (501 x 258 x 221 mm) | 18.7” x 7.6” x 10.2” (476 x 193 x 259 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 135mm (5.25”) woofer + 2x 20mm (0.75”) dome tweeters | 1x ~180x110mm rectangular subwoofer + 2x ~80mm mid drivers + 2x ~25mm tweeters |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (-6dB, Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Strap | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 40Hz |
| Maximum SPL | - | 110dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| FM Tuner | - | No |
| MicroSD Playback | - | No |
Where the Ratings Come From
- JBL PartyBox On-The-Go 2 Plus: reviews by GYMCADDY and Peter Tyson Audio & Visual.
- Tribit Stormbox Blast 2: reviews by Joy & Oluv’Sone, Alan Ross and Mateusz Cholewa.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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