These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The JBL Xtreme 3 ranks #18 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $269.95; the Zealot ZE41 ranks #17 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality at $219.95.
The JBL Xtreme 3 is the longer-running, lighter option. A loud, waterproof stereo speaker with deep bass, balanced sound and a power bank for charging devices. It is rated for 15 hours of battery against 4 for the Zealot ZE41. At 4 lbs (1.83 kg) it weighs much less than the Zealot ZE41 at 25.3 lbs (11.48 kg). It is rated IPX7 against IPX5 for the Zealot ZE41. Watch for: Boosted bass.
Why pick the Zealot ZE41: A huge boombox with lots of bass, volume and play time for the money. It has an adjustable EQ, which the JBL Xtreme 3 lacks. The catch: The heaviest and biggest boombox speaker around.
Buy the JBL Xtreme 3 at $269.95 for a large speaker, or the Zealot ZE41 at $219.95 for a boombox speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Xtreme 3 | Zealot ZE41 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $269.95 | $219.95 |
| Ranked | #18 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #17 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 53Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 4 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 133ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 105dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | Yes (PartyAdd up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C | Type-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 4 lbs (1.83 kg) | 25.3 lbs (11.48 kg) |
| App | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | - |
| EQ | No | Yes (Vocal, Bass Boost, Normal modes) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX5 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 11.7” x 5.4” x 5.3” (298 x 136 x 134 mm) | 22.1” x 9.4” x 13” (562 x 238 x 331 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 70mm woofers, 2x 20mm tweeters | 191x130mm 140W subwoofer + 2x 93mm 60W midrange drivers + 2x 42mm 20W tweeters |
| Frequency Response | 53.5Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 20Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 100W | 300W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) | No |
| Battery Capacity | - | 48000mAh (12x4000mAh) |
| Microphone Input | - | Yes (Karaoke mode) |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| USB Playback | - | Yes |
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