Short answer: the JBL Xtreme 3. It ranks #18 of 120 large speakers by sound quality, rated 4.3/5, at $269.95. The Mee Audio PartySPKR ranks #32, rated 4.1/5, at $169.99, $99.96 cheaper, a saving that is not big enough to make up the sound-quality gap.
The JBL Xtreme 3 is the lighter pick. A loud, waterproof stereo speaker with deep bass, balanced sound and a power bank for charging devices. At 4 lbs (1.83 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Mee Audio PartySPKR at 6.3 lbs (2.85 kg). The tradeoff: Boosted bass.
Why pick the Mee Audio PartySPKR: A stereo party speaker with good sound, real bass, lights, sound modes and weather resistance. It has an adjustable EQ, which the JBL Xtreme 3 lacks. Watch for: Not very deep bass.
Buy the JBL Xtreme 3. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $99.96 you would save on the Mee Audio PartySPKR does not close the gap.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Xtreme 3 | Mee Audio PartySPKR | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $269.95 | $169.99 |
| Ranked | #18 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #32 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 53Hz | ~50Hz |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 133ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 105dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | Yes (Multi-Link) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Weight | 4 lbs (1.83 kg) | 6.3 lbs (2850 g) |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes (Bass Boost, Vocal Boost, Dynamic) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX6 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 11.7” x 5.4” x 5.3” (298 x 136 x 134 mm) | 7.5” x 6” x 14.5” (191 x 152 x 368 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 70mm woofers, 2x 20mm tweeters | 2x woofers, 2x tweeters + 2x passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 53.5Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 100W | 60W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) | - |
| Wi-Fi | - | No |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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