The JBL Partybox Encore Essential ranks #8 out of 91 total Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers for sound quality. See all Portable Bluetooth rankings for every top pick.

Brand: JBL

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JBL Partybox Encore Essential - ranked #8 of 91 Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers · Editor's rating 4.2/5

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Newer model: the JBL Partybox Encore Essential 2, ranked higher, rated 4.3/5.

Pros: JBL Partybox Encore Essential uses 135mm woofer + 2x 44mm tweeters. Its 5.9 kg, claimed 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) battery life, IPX4 protection, aux input, up to 110dB and stereo playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use. Measured bass extension of 38Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Bass is limited by its 38Hz specification.

Related speakers: JBL Partybox Encore Essential 2.

How it compares: Just above it: JBL Partybox Encore - $100 cheaper. Just below it: Aiwa Exos-9 - $80 cheaper, 4 more hours of battery life.

Amplifier Power	100W RMS
App	Yes (JBL PartyBox app)
Aux Input	Yes
Aux Latency	17ms
Bass Extension (-10dB)	38Hz
Battery Life	6 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Latency	100ms
Bluetooth Version	5.1
Built-in Microphone	No
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	10.9” x 12.9” x 11.5” (276 x 327 x 293 mm)
Drivers	135mm woofer + 2x 44mm tweeters
EQ	Yes (3 band App EQ)
IP Rating	IPX4
Maximum SPL	110dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews)
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers)
Power Bank	Yes (USB-A, 5V/0.5A)
Power Input	AC Power cord
Stereo	Yes
Strap	No
TWS	Yes
USB Playback	Yes
Weight	13 lbs (5.9 kg)

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JBL Partybox Encore Essential Review: Ranked #8 of 91

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