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 Halo 100 ranks #79, rated 3.2/5, at $109.99, $159.96 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The JBL Xtreme 3 is the better-sounding, lighter choice. 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 Halo 100 at 6 lbs (2.72 kg). It links with other speakers (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers), which the Tronsmart Halo 100 cannot. Watch for: Boosted bass.
What the Tronsmart Halo 100 does well: A loud, affordable outdoor party speaker with RGB lights, water resistance, and a USB port to charge phones. The catch: Not a very smooth frequency response.
Buy the JBL Xtreme 3. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $159.96 you would save on the Tronsmart Halo 100 does not close the gap.
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Measured Differences
- Close enough not to matter: maximum output (105 dB vs 104 dB).
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Xtreme 3 | Tronsmart Halo 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $269.95 | $109.99 |
| Ranked | #18 of 126 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #79 of 126 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 53Hz | 49Hz |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 133ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 105dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 104dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 4 lbs (1.83 kg) | 6 lbs (2.72 kg) |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 11.7” x 5.4” x 5.3” (298 x 136 x 134 mm) | 11.3” x 7” x 5.9” (286 x 179 x 150 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 70mm woofers, 2x 20mm tweeters | 1x 115mm woofer, 2x 53mm mid-tweeters, 1x 31mm tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 53.5Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 100W | 60W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) | - |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Lights | - | Yes |
Watch Them Compared
Videos and reviews that test both speakers side by side.
Where the Ratings Come From
- JBL Xtreme 3: reviews by Alan Ross, Dominik and Mateusz Cholewa.
- Tronsmart Halo 100: reviews by Alan Ross, Techder Audios and Techlink Zone.
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