Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The Soundcore Rave 3S ranks #17 of 40 party speakers by sound quality at $299.99; the JBL Partybox On the Go ranks #47 of 76 boombox speakers by sound quality at $300.
What the Soundcore Rave 3S does well: 2 AA battery Wireless Microphones and remote control included. The tradeoff: Some upper bass and upper mids boost.
Why pick the JBL Partybox On the Go: JBL Partybox On the Go uses 5.1” woofer + tweeters. The catch: Bass is limited by its 49Hz specification.
Buy the Soundcore Rave 3S ($299.99) for a party speaker; the JBL Partybox On the Go ($300) suits a boombox speaker instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Soundcore Rave 3S is rated for 12 hours versus 6 hours for the JBL Partybox On the Go.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Rave 3S | JBL Partybox On the Go | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.99 | $300 |
| Ranked | #17 of 40 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #47 of 76 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes (JBL PartyBox app) |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| Guitar Input | Yes | - |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with reverb effect) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Partially |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Weight | 21.6 lbs (9.8 kg) | 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) |
| Wireless Microphones | Yes 2 Included | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Drivers | 1x 6.5” (165mm) woofer + 3x 2.5” (63mm) full-range drivers | 5.1” woofer + tweeters |
| Amplifier Power | 200W | 100W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Dimensions | 21.7”H x 11.1”W x 12”D (550 x 283 x 306 mm) | 19.3” x 8.8” x 9.6” (489 x 224 x 244.5 mm) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Strap | No | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 49Hz |
| Built-in Microphone | - | No |
| Maximum SPL | - | 94dB (Manufacturer specified) |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Soundcore Rave 3S: $299.99 Amazon B&H Photo Video eBay
Older model: the Soundcore Rave 3 (rated 3.8/5).
Pros: 2 AA battery Wireless Microphones and remote control included. AI voice removal feature for Karaoke
Cons: Some upper bass and upper mids boost. Not as deep of bass as a Partybox 110/120
Full Soundcore Rave 3S review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 200W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 21.7”H x 11.1”W x 12”D (550 x 283 x 306 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 6.5” (165mm) woofer + 3x 2.5” (63mm) full-range drivers |
| EQ | Yes |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Lights | Yes |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with reverb effect) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| Strap | No |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 21.6 lbs (9.8 kg) |
| Wireless Microphones | Yes 2 Included |
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JBL Partybox On the Go: $300 Amazon eBay
Newer model: the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go 2 Plus, rated 4.4/5.
Pros: JBL Partybox On the Go uses 5.1” woofer + tweeters. Its 7.5 kg, claimed 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) battery life, IPX4 protection, aux input, up to 94dB and limited-stereo playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use. A wireless microphone is included. Measured bass extension of 49Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Bass is limited by its 49Hz specification. No EQ adjustment. Battery life is short, and its sound trails the rest of the Partybox line.
Full JBL Partybox On the Go review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 100W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes (JBL PartyBox app) |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 49Hz |
| Battery Life | 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built-in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 19.3” x 8.8” x 9.6” (489 x 224 x 244.5 mm) |
| Drivers | 5.1” woofer + tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Maximum SPL | 94dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Partially |
| Strap | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) |
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