JBL PartyBox 310 vs Bose SoundLink Max
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| Feature |  JBL PartyBox 310 |  Bose SoundLink Max |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 65,000.00 | KSh 55,000 |
| Battery | 72Wh lithium-ion battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion battery |
| Weight | 17.42kg | 2.13kg |
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General
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | Bose SoundLink Max |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Bose |
| Model | PartyBox 310 | SoundLink Max Portable Speaker |
| Announced | September 2, 2020 | 2024 |
| Type | Portable Party Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Color | Black | Black, Blue Dusk or Citrus Yellow |
Design
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | Bose SoundLink Max |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 325.6 × 687.7 × 367.8mm | 265 × 120 × 105mm |
| Weight | 17.42kg | 2.13kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | Bose SoundLink Max |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 72Wh lithium-ion battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion battery |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | Bose SoundLink Max |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Range | Approximately 10m | Up to 9m / 30ft |
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only party speaker | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker |
| Wired Inputs | 3.5mm AUX input and AUX output | 3.5mm AUX input |
| HDMI | N/A — party speaker design | N/A — portable speaker design |
| USB | USB-A playback and 5V / 2.1A charging output; FAT16/FAT32; MP3, WMA and WAV | USB-C charging and device-charging output |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | 1 × microphone input + 1 × microphone/guitar input with gain controls | N/A — no microphone or guitar input |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | True Wireless Stereo / Party mode with compatible JBL PartyBox models | Bose SimpleSync compatible |
| App Support | JBL PartyBox app | Bose app |
Features
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | Bose SoundLink Max |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant |
| Lightshow | Yes — dynamic customizable lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow |
| Party Features | Microphone and guitar inputs, karaoke controls, DJ sound effects, TWS/Party linking | N/A — not a party-speaker product |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A — not a home-cinema product | N/A — not a home-cinema product |
| Special Features | Telescopic handle, wheels and device charging output | Floats, removable handle, PositionIQ and USB-C phone charging |
Audio
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | Bose SoundLink Max |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | Two-way stereo portable party speaker with bass reflex enclosure | Three-driver portable speaker with dual passive radiators |
| Drivers | 2 × 6.5-inch woofers + 2 × 2.5-inch tweeters | 2 × 63.5mm midrange drivers + 1 × 20.1mm tweeter; dual passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz–20kHz (-6dB) | — |
| Total Power Output | 240W RMS on AC; 140W on battery/DC | — |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >80dBA | — |
| Audio Channels | Stereo | Stereo |
| Sound Modes / EQ | Bass Boost and EQ control in JBL PartyBox app | Adjustable bass, midrange and treble in Bose app |
| Audio Features | JBL Pro Sound; karaoke processing; bass reflex ports | Bose Articulated Array; PositionIQ; SimpleSync |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | Bose SoundLink Max |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / 100–240V AC mains / 12V DC | Rechargeable lithium-ion battery / USB-C charging |
| Battery Life | Up to 18 hours; varies with volume, lighting and content | Up to 20 hours at moderate volume; up to 3 hours at maximum volume |
| Charging Time | Less than 3.5 hours | Up to 5 hours with a 15W USB-C supply |
| Charging Port | AC mains inlet; 12V DC input | USB-C |
| Power Consumption | Standby: | — |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | Bose SoundLink Max |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Top-panel playback, volume, Bass Boost, lighting and karaoke controls | Top-panel power, Bluetooth, shortcut, play/pause and volume controls |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 | IP67 |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing floor placement; telescopic handle and wheels | Free-standing portable placement; removable carry handle |
| Materials | — | Aluminium, fabric, nylon, plastic, silicone, steel and rope |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | Bose SoundLink Max |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | JBL PartyBox 310 | Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker |
| Subwoofer | N/A — no separate subwoofer supplied | N/A — no subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A — no remote control supplied | N/A — no remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | AC power cord (plug varies by region) | USB-C to USB-C charging cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | N/A |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A — portable design | N/A — portable design |
| Other Accessories | N/A | Power supply included only in applicable regions |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide, warranty card and safety sheet | Safety sheet and product documentation |
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