| Name | JBL Boombox 2 | JBL PartyBox On-The-Go |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Large | Party |
| MSRP | $449.95 | $349.95 |
| Released | 2020 | 2020 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.0 (stereo) | 1.0 (mono) |
| Woofers | 2× 4″ | 1× 5.25″ |
| Tweeters | 2× 0.75″ | 2× 1.75″ |
| Subwoofers | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | 160 W (plugged in)., 120 W (battery) | 100 W |
| Frequency range | 50.0 Hz - 20 kHz | 50.0 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ✔ via app | ✔ TWS |
| Party mode? (mono) | ✔ PartyBoost | ❌ |
| Other (special) audio features? | None | Karaoke: mix music w/ mic/instrument input |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.1 | 4.2 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | ❌ |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Guitar/mic input? | ❌ | 1× TRS (mic), 1× TRS (guitar) |
| USB-A playback? | ❌ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX in? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other in/outputs? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Battery life | 24 hours | 6 hours |
| Charge time | 6.5 hrs | 3.5 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 72.6 Wh | 18 Wh |
| Swappable battery? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charging port(s): | AC and DC | AC |
| Powerbank function? | Yes; 1× USB-A 10W | Yes; 1× USB-A |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Sound mode button(s)? | ❌ | 'Bass Boost' |
| Sound effect buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other (special) buttons? | ❌ | EQ, mic control |
| App? | JBL Portable app | ❌ |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | ❌ | 1× ring |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 20.1×48.5×25.7 | 36.7×60.0×31.2 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 7.9×19.1×10.1 | 14.5×23.6×12.4 |
| Weight (kg): | 5.91 | 6.5 |
| Weight (lbs): | 13 | 16.5 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IPX7 | IPX4 |
| Transportation method? | 1 handle | 2 handles + shoulder strap |
| Color options: | 2 colors: Black, camo | 1 color: Black |
| Other features? | - | - |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | DC power adapter | Power cable |
| Accessories? | - | Wireless mic, shoulder strap |
| More info | ||
| Model number | JBLBOOMBOX2 | JBLPARTYBOXGO |
| User guide / manual | Quick start guide | Quick start guide, Owner's Manual |
| Official site link: | JBL.com | JBL.com |
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