Short answer: the JBL Partybox Stage 320. It ranks #3 of 51 party speakers by sound quality (rated 4.6/5) at $499.95 and is still sold new; the Soundboks Go ranks #35 (rated 3.1/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. The Soundboks Go’s replacement, the Soundboks Mix, is rated 3.2/5 at $799.
The JBL Partybox Stage 320 is the better-sounding, tougher option. An excellent sounding party speaker, with deep bass that holds up at high volume, wheels, a removable battery and mic inputs. It is rated IPX4, while the Soundboks Go has no water resistance. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Soundboks Go lacks. Watch for: Slightly sibilant in the treble at full blast.
The Soundboks Go is the longer-running, lighter pick. A durable party speaker with a swappable battery that lasts all day at mid volume and plays very loud for its power. It is rated for 40 hours of battery against 18 for the JBL Partybox Stage 320. At 19.8 lbs (9 kg) it weighs much less than the JBL Partybox Stage 320 at 36.4 lbs (16.5 kg). Watch for: Not as loud as the other Soundboks.
Buy the JBL Partybox Stage 320. It is rated higher for sound quality and still sold new, while the Soundboks Go is discontinued.
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An excellent sounding party speaker, with deep bass that holds up at high volume, wheels, a removable battery and mic inputs.
A durable party speaker with a swappable battery that lasts all day at mid volume and plays very loud for its power.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Partybox Stage 320 | Soundboks Go | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499.95 | $799 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #3 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #35 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.0 |
| Drivers | 2x 6.5” woofers, 2x 25mm tweeters | 10” woofer, 1” tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (5 band) | No |
| Guitar Input | Yes | - |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | None |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | Yes (TeamUp, up to 5 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| Stereo | Partially | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Weight | 36.4 lbs (16.5 kg) | 19.8 lbs (9 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 240W | 2 x 72W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Wheels | Yes | - |
| Dimensions | 26.3”H x 13.2”W x 15.2”D (669 x 335 x 385 mm) | 18” x 12” x 10” (457.2 x 304.8 x 254 mm) |
| Strap | No | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 55Hz |
| Frequency Response | - | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | - | 121dB (Manufacturer specified) |
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