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 Soundcore Rave 3 ranks #20 (rated 3.8/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. The Soundcore Rave 3’s replacement, the Soundcore Rave 3S, is rated 3.8/5 at $299.99.
The JBL Partybox Stage 320 is the better-sounding, longer-running choice. An excellent sounding party speaker, with deep bass that holds up at high volume, wheels, a removable battery and mic inputs. It is rated for 18 hours of battery against 12 for the Soundcore Rave 3. Watch for: Slightly sibilant in the treble at full blast.
The Soundcore Rave 3 is the lighter choice. A karaoke party speaker with two wireless mics, a remote, vocal removal, and stereo pairing with a second unit. At 19.8 lbs (9 kg) it weighs much less than the JBL Partybox Stage 320 at 36.4 lbs (16.5 kg). The catch: Some upper bass and upper mids boost.
Buy the JBL Partybox Stage 320. It is rated higher for sound quality; the Soundcore Rave 3 is no longer sold new.
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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 karaoke party speaker with two wireless mics, a remote, vocal removal, and stereo pairing with a second unit.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Partybox Stage 320 | Soundcore Rave 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499.95 | $349.99 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #3 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #20 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Drivers | 2x 6.5” woofers, 2x 25mm tweeters | 1x 6.5” (165mm) woofer + 3x 2.5” (63mm) full-range drivers |
| EQ | Yes (5 band) | Yes |
| Guitar Input | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) | Yes (Karaoke mode with reverb effect) |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | USB-C |
| Removable Battery | Yes | - |
| Stereo | Partially | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Weight | 36.4 lbs (16.5 kg) | 19.8 lbs (9 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 240W | 160W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Wheels | Yes | - |
| Dimensions | 26.3”H x 13.2”W x 15.2”D (669 x 335 x 385 mm) | 11.1” x 21.7” x 12” (283 x 550 x 306 mm) |
| Strap | No | No |
| Wireless Microphones | - | Yes 2 Included |
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