Short answer: the Zealot ZE51. It ranks #16 of 112 boombox speakers by sound quality, rated 4.1/5, at $235.33; the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi ranks #26, rated 3.8/5, and costs $389.95, so there is little reason to consider the other one.
Why pick the Zealot ZE51: A big stereo boombox with clean, wide sound and low distortion at high volume for outdoor parties. It has an adjustable EQ, which the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi lacks. The tradeoff: The Zealot ZE41 still wins on raw bass depth and price.
The JBL Boombox 3 Wifi is the longer-running, lighter pick. A big, waterproof stereo boombox with Wi-Fi, a long battery and enough volume for any outdoor party. It is rated for 24 hours of battery against 4 for the Zealot ZE51. At 14.6 lbs (6.6 kg) it weighs much less than the Zealot ZE51 at 26 lbs (11.81 kg). It is rated IP67 against IPX5 for the Zealot ZE51. The tradeoff: Bass boosted.
Buy the Zealot ZE51. It is rated higher for sound quality than the JBL Boombox 3 Wifi and costs less, which makes it the one to get unless you need something the other one does better.
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A big stereo boombox with clean, wide sound and low distortion at high volume for outdoor parties.
A big, waterproof stereo boombox with Wi-Fi, a long battery and enough volume for any outdoor party.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Zealot ZE51 | JBL Boombox 3 Wifi | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $235.33 after coupon | $389.95 |
| Ranked | #16 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #26 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Capacity | 48000mAh (12x4000mAh) | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 22.1” x 9.4” x 13” (562 x 238 x 331 mm) | 19.1” x 10.1” x 7.9” (484 x 256 x 200 mm) |
| EQ | Yes (Hi-Res, 3D Surround, Extra Bass, Vocal and other sound modes) | No |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| IP Rating | IPX5 | IP67 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode) | - |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Amplifier Power | 250W | 200W AC / 140W battery |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2A) |
| Power Input | Type-C | AC Power cable |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Weight | 26 lbs (11.81 kg) | 14.6 lbs (6.6 kg) |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) | SBC |
| Drivers | 1x 133mm + 2x 93mm + 2x 45mm | 1x 189mm subwoofer + 2x 81mm woofers + 2x 20mm tweeters |
| Battery Life | 4 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Strap | Yes (strap) | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 43Hz |
| Maximum SPL | - | 111dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Party Mode | - | No |
| Wi-Fi | - | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | - | No |
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