JBL Boombox 4 vs Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W
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| Feature |  JBL Boombox 4 |  Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 61,000.00 | KSh 50,000.00 |
| Battery | Rechargeable Li-ion polymer (21.6V / 4584mAh / 99.02Wh), up to 34 hours playtime, replaceable | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Weight | 13 lbs/5.8KG | Main unit: 3.0 kg; subwoofer: 9.0 kg; rear speaker: 1.0 kg |
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General
| Specification | JBL Boombox 4 | Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Sony |
| Model | Boombox 4 | HT-S500RF |
| Announced | Released: 2025 | — |
| Type | Portable Party Speaker | Soundbar System |
| Color | Black, Camo, Blue | — |
Design
| Specification | JBL Boombox 4 | Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 13 lbs/5.8KG | Main unit: 3.0 kg; subwoofer: 9.0 kg; rear speaker: 1.0 kg |
| Dimensions | — | Main unit: 900 × 64 × 90 mm; subwoofer: 207 × 402 × 330 mm; rear speaker: 91 × 216 × 91 mm |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Boombox 4 | Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | Rechargeable Li-ion polymer (21.6V / 4584mAh / 99.02Wh), up to 34 hours playtime, replaceable | N/A — mains-powered product |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Boombox 4 | Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth |
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker | — |
| Wired Inputs | USB-C for lossless audio | Optical audio input; analog stereo mini; USB Type-A |
| HDMI | N/A — portable speaker design | 0 HDMI inputs / 1 HDMI ARC output; HDMI CEC; BRAVIA Sync |
| USB | Bluetooth 5.4, Auracast multi-speaker, USB-C for lossless audio | Type-A; WAV, MP3, WMA |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Auracast pairs multiple speakers for stereo or party mode, enhancing group experiences for families or friends at barbecues or road trips. | — |
| App Support | JBL Portable app for EQ, updates, and pairing | Sony | Music Center (Bluetooth connection) |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | — | AAC; SBC |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | — | N/A — no microphone or guitar input |
Features
| Specification | JBL Boombox 4 | Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | — |
| Lightshow | Yes — integrated party lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker | 5.1ch real surround; Dolby Digital; DTS; tallboy rear speakers; HDMI ARC |
| Special Features | Multi-device pairing (two devices), automatic reconnection, recycled materials | Sony Music Center app; USB audio playback; tallboy rear speakers |
| Party Features | — | N/A — not a party-speaker product |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Boombox 4 | Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | Two 5" woofers, two 3/4" tweeters, three passive radiators | 3-channel soundbar; compact rear speakers |
| Frequency Response | 37-20,000 Hz | — |
| Total Power Output | 200W RMS (65W AC/60W battery per woofer; 40W AC/battery per tweeter) | 1000 W |
| Audio Features | AI Sound Boost, two Bass Boost modes (Deep/Punchy), JBL Portable app EQ | Dolby Digital; DTS; LPCM; real 5.1ch surround sound |
| Speaker Configuration | — | 5.1ch |
| Amplifier | — | Digital Amplifier, S-Master; front 152 W + 152 W; center 152 W; subwoofer 240 W; rear 152 W + 152 W |
| Audio Channels | — | 5.1ch |
| Sound Modes / EQ | — | Auto Sound; Cinema; Music; Standard; Night Mode; Voice Mode |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Boombox 4 | Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | AC mains |
| Battery Life | Up to 34 hours (28 hours standard + 6 hours Playtime Boost) | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Charging Time | Approximately 35 hours full charge | — |
| Power Consumption | — | Approx. 140 W; QuickStart less than 0.5 W with Bluetooth standby off |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Boombox 4 | Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W |
|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP68 (submersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | — |
| Materials | Rugged rubberized housing, durable fabric grille, integrated carry handle | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Main bar, wired subwoofer, and two compact rear speakers; wall-hanging template included |
| Controls | — | Remote control; Sony | Music Center app |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Boombox 4 | Sony HT-S500RF | 1000W |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Boombox 4 | 1 × main soundbar |
| Subwoofer | N/A — no subwoofer supplied | 1 × wired subwoofer |
| Remote Control | N/A — no remote control supplied | Remote commander; batteries |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | AC power cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | HDMI cable |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A — portable design | Wall-hanging template |
| Other Accessories | Speaker, 6.5' AC power cord, Get Started Sheet, Safety Instructions, Warranty | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Setup Guide; Instruction Manual |
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