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 Demerbox DB2 ranks #74 (rated 2.8/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The case for the JBL Partybox On the Go: A battery party speaker with an included wireless microphone and a detachable shoulder strap. The catch: Bass is limited by its 49Hz specification.
The Demerbox DB2 is the longer-running, lighter pick. A nearly indestructible waterproof speaker built from a Pelican case, with a 40 hour battery and dry storage. It is rated for 40 hours of battery against 6 for the JBL Partybox On the Go. At 5.4 lbs (2.47 kg) it weighs much less than the JBL Partybox On the Go at 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg). It is rated IP67 against IPX4 for the JBL Partybox On the Go. The tradeoff: Bass is not as deep as better speakers.
Buy the JBL Partybox On the Go. It is rated higher for sound quality; the Demerbox DB2 is no longer sold new.
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A battery party speaker with an included wireless microphone and a detachable shoulder strap.
A nearly indestructible waterproof speaker built from a Pelican case, with a 40 hour battery and dry storage.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Partybox On the Go | Demerbox DB2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249.95 | $400 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #66 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #74 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 49Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IP67 |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) |
| Stereo | Partially | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Weight | 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) | 5.4 lbs (2.47 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 | AC Power brick |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | - |
| Amplifier Power | 100W | 22W RMS |
| Dimensions | 19.3” x 8.8” x 9.6” (489 x 224 x 244.5 mm) | 10.6” x 9.7” x 6.9” (270 x 246 x 175 mm) |
| Drivers | 5.1” woofer + tweeters | 2x 3” (76mm) aluminum cone full-range drivers |
| Maximum SPL | 94dB (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) | - |
| FM Tuner | - | No |
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