JBL Partybox Encore Specifications and Review

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The JBL Partybox Encore ranks #6 out of 73 total Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers for sound quality. See Top Recommended Speakers By Attribute for all the top speaker suggestions.

Brand: JBL

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#6 JBL Partybox Encore: $230 Walmart eBay

Pros: A great sounding somewhat boosted bass party speaker. 2 included wireless microphones.

Cons: Only 10 hours of battery at medium volume. Poor water rating.

Related speakers: JBL Partybox Encore 2.

How it compares: Just above it: JBL Partybox Encore Essential 2 - $21 cheaper, 9 more hours of battery life. Just below it: JBL Partybox Encore Essential - $70 more.

AppYes (JBL PartyBox app)
Aux InputYes
Aux Latency17ms
Bass Extension (-10dB)38Hz
Battery Life6 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Latency100ms
Bluetooth Version5.1
Built in MicrophoneNo
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions10.9" x 12.9" x 11.5" (276 x 327 x 293 mm)
Drivers135mm woofer + 2x 20mm tweeters
EQYes (3 band App EQ)
IP RatingIPX4
Max Volume110dB
OmnidirectionalNo
Output Power100W RMS
Party ModeYes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers)
Power BankYes (USB-A, 5V/1.5A)
Power InputAC Power cord
StereoYes
TWSYes
USB PlaybackYes
Weight13.9 lbs / 6.3 kg
Wireless MicrophonesYes 2 Included

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