JBL Boombox 3 WIFI vs PartyBox 320

Name JBL Boombox 3 WIFI JBL PartyBox Stage 320
Image JBL Boombox 3 WIFI JBL PartyBox Stage 320
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JBL PartyBox Stage 320 – front
Type Large Party
MSRP $649.95 $599.95
Released 2023 2024
Availability Available Available
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Speaker configuration
Audio channels 2.0 (stereo) 1.0 (mono)
Woofers (or full range): 2× 2.75″ 2× 6.5″
Tweeters: 2× 0.75″ 2× 1″
Subwoofers: 1× 189×114 mm -
Audio specs & features
Watts RMS 200 W (plugged in), 140 W (battery) 240 W
Frequency range 40.0 Hz - 20 kHz 40.0 Hz - 20 kHz
Wireless stereo pairing? ✔ via app ✔
Party mode? (mono) ❌ ✔ Auracast
Other (special) audio features? Multiroom, 3D Dolby Atmos (virtual) AI Sound Boost, karaoke: mix music with mic input
Connectivity
Bluetooth version? 5.3 5.4
Wi-Fi? Wi-Fi 6 ❌
NFC? (for pairing) ❌ ❌
Radio? ❌ ❌
Audio inputs & outputs
Buit-in mic? (and function) ❌ ❌
Guitar/mic input? ❌ 1× TRS (mic), 1× TRS (guitar/mic)
USB-A playback? ❌ ✔
3.5 mm AUX in? ❌ ✔
3.5 mm AUX out? ❌ ❌
Other in/outputs? ❌ ❌
Battery, power & charging
Battery? ✔ ✔
Battery life 24 hours 18 hours
Charge time 4.5 hrs 3 hrs
Battery capacity 69.12 Wh 68 Wh
Swappable battery? ❌ ✔ (extra battery sold separately)
Charging port(s): AC AC
Powerbank function? Yes; 1× USB-A 10W Yes; 1× USB-A 10W
Buttons & controls
Sound mode button(s)? ❌ 'Bass Boost'
Sound effect buttons? ❌ ✔
Other (special) buttons? ❌ Mic EQ
App? JBL One app JBL PartyBox app
Voice assistant? Indirect control ❌
Lights
Colored LEDS? ❌ 2× ring + 2× strips
Strobe LEDS? ❌ 11× white LED
Size & weight
Size (cm H×W×D): 25.7×48.2×20.0 66.9×33.5×38.5
Size (inch H×W×D): 10.1×19.0×7.9 26.34×13.19×15.16
Weight (kg): 9.62 16.5
Weight (lbs): 21.2 36.38
Physical features
IP Code IP67 IPX4
Transportation method? 1 handle Wheels, handle, telescopic handle
Color options: 1 color: Black 2 colors: Black, white
Other features? - Tripod mounting hole
In the box
Charger/cables? AC power adapter Power cable
Accessories? - -
More info
Model number JBLBB3WIFI JBLPBSTAGE320
User guide / manual Quick start guide Quick start guide, Owner's Manual
Official site link: JBL.com JBL.com
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Key differences

The JBL Boombox 3 WIFI costs $50 more ($649.95 vs $599.95), has more audio channels (2.0 vs 1.0), lasts longer per charge (24 hours vs 18 hours) and is lighter (9.62 kg vs 16.5 kg).

The JBL PartyBox Stage 320 is newer (2024 vs 2023) and is more powerful (240 W vs 200 W). Only on the JBL Boombox 3 WIFI: Wi-Fi 6 and voice assistant (Indirect control).

Only on the JBL PartyBox Stage 320: party mode (Auracast), guitar/mic input (1× TRS, mic, 1× TRS, guitar/mic), USB-A playback, 3.5 mm AUX in, swappable battery and sound mode button ('Bass Boost'). Other differences: Bluetooth (5.3 vs 5.4) and water resistance (IP67 vs IPX4).

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