Short answer: the JBL Xtreme 3. It ranks #18 of 126 large speakers by sound quality, rated 4.3/5, at $269.95. The Tronsmart Force Max ranks #91, rated 3.0/5, at $119.99, $149.96 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The JBL Xtreme 3 is the better-sounding, lighter option. 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 Tronsmart Force Max at 5.6 lbs (2.54 kg). It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Tronsmart Force Max. The tradeoff: Boosted bass.
Why pick the Tronsmart Force Max: A waterproof party speaker that spreads sound in all directions, with power bank charging and plenty of playback options. It has an adjustable EQ, which the JBL Xtreme 3 lacks. Watch for: Sonido Pesado found the Tronsmart Halo 100 clearly better, with clearer mids and highs.
Buy the JBL Xtreme 3. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $149.96 you would save on the Tronsmart Force Max does not close the gap.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Xtreme 3 | Tronsmart Force Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $269.95 | $119.99 |
| Ranked | #18 of 126 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #91 of 126 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 53Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 13 hours at 50% volume (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 133ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 105dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | - |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | No (front/rear drivers) |
| Omnidirectional | No | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 4 lbs (1.83 kg) | 5.6 lbs (2.54 kg) |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | - |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes (3 presets) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX6 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 11.7” x 5.4” x 5.3” (298 x 136 x 134 mm) | 6”H x 10.2”W x 3.3”D (153 x 258 x 85 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 70mm woofers, 2x 20mm tweeters | 2x woofers + 2x tweeters + 2x passive radiators (front and rear) |
| Frequency Response | 53.5Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 20Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 100W | 80W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | - |
| Strap | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) | Yes (built-in strap) |
| Charging Time | - | 4 to 5 hours |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| USB Playback | - | Yes |
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Where the Ratings Come From
- JBL Xtreme 3: reviews by Alan Ross, Dominik and Mateusz Cholewa.
- Tronsmart Force Max: reviews by Dominik, Sonido Pesado and Audio y Mas.
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