| Name | JBL Pulse 5 | JBL PartyBox Encore |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Medium | Party |
| MSRP | $249.95 | $399.95 |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 1.0 (mono) | 1.0 (mono) |
| Woofers | 1× 2.5″ | 1× 5.25″ |
| Tweeters | 1× 0.63″ | 2× 1.75″ |
| Subwoofers | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | 40 W | 100 W |
| Frequency range | 58.0 Hz - 20 kHz | 50.0 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ✔ via app | ✔ TWS |
| Party mode? (mono) | ✔ PartyBoost | ❌ |
| Other (special) audio features? | 360 degree sound | Karaoke: mix music with mic input |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | ❌ |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Guitar/mic input? | ❌ | Wireless only (mic) |
| USB-A playback? | ❌ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX in? | ❌ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other in/outputs? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Battery life | 12 hours | 10 hours |
| Charge time | 4 hrs | 3.5 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 27 Wh | 27 Wh |
| Swappable battery? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charging port(s): | USB-C | AC |
| Powerbank function? | ❌ | 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 | JBL PartyBox app |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | 360 degrees | 1× ring + 2× strips |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | 3× white LED |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 21.4×10.7×13.2 | 32.6×27.6×29.3 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 8.5×4.2×5.2 | 12.9×10.9×11.5 |
| Weight (kg): | 1.47 | 6.3 |
| Weight (lbs): | 3.2 | 13.89 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IP67 | IPX4 |
| Transportation method? | In hand | 1 handle |
| Color options: | 1 color: Black | 1 color: Black |
| Other features? | - | - |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | USB-A to USB-C | Power cable |
| Accessories? | - | 2× Wireless microphone |
| More info | ||
| Model number | JBLPULSE5 | JBLPBENCORE2MIC |
| User guide / manual | Quick start guide | Quick start guide, Owner's Manual |
| Official site link: | JBL.com | JBL.com |
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