The JBL Boombox 2 performed excellently in most tests and, for example, topped the best list on Hifi.de for a long time. But the successor has been in power since 2023 JBL Boombox 3 at the top – with the same highest mark. Stiftung Warentest also named it the test winner in April.
The negative points in the Boombox 3 test are its weight and high price. However, the latter has been resolved with the current deal. Because Cyberport offers the powerhouse for only 333 euros including shipping costs – the Boombox 3 has never been so affordable. Even the Boombox 2 is currently more expensive.
JBL Boombox 3: endless power and battery
With the new top Bluetooth box, that’s pretty much what it has to be No compromise enter. The sound is incredibly powerful, hardly distorts at high volumes and offers enough power to deliver more than enough sound for an outdoor party.
The sound remains balanced because the Boombox has 3 in total six drivers: two tweeters, two woofers and two midrange drivers. The two midrange speakers are new compared to the Boombox 2 and still a rarity among Bluetooth boxes. By the way, the massive JBL sound tile has slightly more power when powered by mains power than when powered by battery power.
Speaking of the battery, JBL claims it will last depending on usage up to 24 hours. JBL is ahead of the competition both here and in the field of connections. In addition to a USB-A port, where you can also charge your mobile phone, and the power connection, there is another 3.5 millimeter jack input. If you don’t want to connect via Bluetooth, use the Boombox 3 as a speaker for your laptop.
The biggest criticism of the JBL Boombox 3 is its heavy weight. At 6.7 kilograms, it is not a box that you can carry around for a long time. The practical carrying handle only helps temporarily. Otherwise you get an absolutely top-class Bluetooth box, which makes a huge impression in stationary use and thanks IP67 certification is even protected against temporary immersion.
JBL Extreme 3: the affordable alternative to the Boombox 3
If you don’t want to spend that much money but are still looking for a good Bluetooth box for the next party, this is it JBL Extreme 3 maybe an option for you. You can currently get the also very good party box on Amazon 249 euros.
In Hifi.de’s best list, the Extrem 3 is right behind the Boombox 3 and the Boombox 2. In addition, it offers great sound with powerful bass and a waterproof housing. There’s one for that Carrying strap including bottle opener – everything has really been thought of here.
With barely two kilograms of weight The Xtreme 3 is also considerably easier to transport than the Boombox 3. However, you do have to accept limited compatibility with other JBL boxes and a rather sparsely equipped app.