Short answer: the JBL Partybox On the Go. It ranks #66 of 112 boombox speakers by sound quality (rated 3.0/5) at $249.95 and is still sold new; the Bumpboxx Flare 6 ranks #82 (rated 2.6/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The JBL Partybox On the Go is the better-sounding option. A battery party speaker with an included wireless microphone and a detachable shoulder strap. The tradeoff: Battery life is short, and its sound trails the rest of the Partybox line.
The Bumpboxx Flare 6 is the longer-running, lighter option. A retro styled stereo party speaker with water resistance and a 12 hour battery. It is rated for 12 hours of battery against 6 for the JBL Partybox On the Go. At 13 lbs (5.9 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the JBL Partybox On the Go at 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg). It is rated IPX6 against IPX4 for the JBL Partybox On the Go.
Buy the JBL Partybox On the Go. It is rated higher for sound quality; the Bumpboxx Flare 6 is no longer sold new.
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A battery party speaker with an included wireless microphone and a detachable shoulder strap.
A retro styled stereo party speaker with water resistance and a 12 hour battery.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Partybox On the Go | Bumpboxx Flare 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249.95 | $300 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #66 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #82 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 49Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX6 |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) | No |
| Stereo | Partially | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Weight | 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) | 13 lbs (5.9 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| App | Yes (JBL PartyBox app) | No |
| EQ | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.0 |
| Amplifier Power | 100W | 150W |
| Dimensions | 19.3” x 8.8” x 9.6” (489 x 224 x 244.5 mm) | 24” x 6” x 14” (609.6 x 152.4 x 355.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 5.1” woofer + tweeters | 6” woofer + tweeters |
| Maximum SPL | 94dB (Manufacturer specified) | 115dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) | - |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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