JBL PartyBox Encore Essential vs Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
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| Feature |  JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |  Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 36,000.00 | KSh 33,500.00 |
| Battery | 4800mAh | — |
| Weight | 5.9 kg | 12 lbs (5.4 kg) |
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General
| Specification | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Skullcandy |
| Model | PartyBox Encore Essential | Barrel Boombox Speaker |
| Type | Portable Party Speaker | Portable Party Speaker |
Design
| Specification | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 27.6 x 32.7 x 29.3 cm | 11.81 x 22.05 x 9.6 inches |
| Weight | 5.9 kg | 12 lbs (5.4 kg) |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 4800mAh | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker |
| Wired Inputs | USB Type-A, 3.5mm AUX | — |
| HDMI | N/A — portable speaker design | N/A — portable speaker design |
| USB | Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type-A, 3.5mm AUX | — |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | 1 x 6.3mm Wired Mic Input | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Link two Encore Essential speakers together wirelessly using True Wireless Stereo (TWS) technology for a massive, true stereo soundstage. | Skullcandy Multi-Link (Connect up to 99 speakers) |
| App Support | JBL PartyBox App (Custom EQ & Lights) | — |
Features
| Specification | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant |
| Lightshow | Built-in RGB ring lights and strobes flash perfectly in time with your music, setting the ultimate party vibe automatically. | LED Light Show |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker |
Audio
| Specification | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1 x 5.25" Woofer, 2 x 1.75" Tweeters | 6.5" Woofer + Dual 2.25" Tweeters |
| Frequency Response | 50 Hz - 20 kHz | — |
| Total Power Output | 100W RMS | — |
| Speaker Configuration | — | One 6.5" Woofer + Two 2.25" Tweeters |
| Maximum SPL | — | 92dB ± 3 |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
| Battery Life | Up to 6 Hours | Up to 12 Hours |
| Charging Time | 3.5 Hours | — |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 (Splashproof) | Water-Resistant Build |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | PartyBox Encore Essential | Barrel Boombox Speaker |
| Subwoofer | N/A — no subwoofer supplied | N/A — no subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A — no remote control supplied | N/A — no remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | USB charging cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | N/A |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A — portable design | N/A — portable design |
| Other Accessories | N/A | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation |
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