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JBL PartyBox vs Xiaomi Karaoke

Compare pickup, connection, battery and recording features.

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JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic

JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic

  • Battery: Microphones 600mAh 3.7V Li-ion; dongle 700mAh 3.7V Li-ion.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
  • Up to 20 hours per charge.
  • USB-C.
  • Power source: rechargeable batteries.
KSh 14,800In Stock
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Xiaomi Karaoke Microphone

Xiaomi Karaoke Microphone

  • 2,500 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 5.1 connection.
  • USB-C.
  • Power and rated input: two 5W speakers.
  • 16mm cardioid pickup core.
KSh 12,150In Stock
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JBL PBM100 Wired MicrophoneKSh 8,000
DJI Mic MiniKSh 14,000
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Hollyland Lark M2S ComboKSh 16,000
Hollyland Lark A1KSh 15,500
Insta360 Mic AirKSh 11,500
DJI Mic Mini 2KSh 16,000
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Our quick verdict

The JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic lasts longer between charges (up to 20 hours) and has a longer range (up to 30 m), while the Xiaomi Karaoke Microphone costs KSh 2,650 less.

Connections

JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic
2.4 GHz wireless connection
Xiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Bluetooth connection

Audio

JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic
Built-in pop filter and shock-mount system
Xiaomi Karaoke Microphone
16mm cardioid pickup core

Battery capacity

JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic
Microphones 600mAh 3.7V Li-ion; dongle 700mAh 3.7V Li-ion
Xiaomi Karaoke Microphone
2,500 mAh battery

Controls

JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic
Microphone power controls
Xiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Nine presets

Charging

JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic
USB-C
Xiaomi Karaoke Microphone
USB-C, rated input 5V, 2A

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 20 hours (vs 7 hours).
  • Longer range: up to 30 m (vs 10 m).
  • Connection: 2.4GHz wireless via supplied PartyBox dongle.

Xiaomi Karaoke Microphone

  • Lower price: KSh 12,150 (vs KSh 14,800).
  • Connection: Bluetooth 5.1.
  • Built-in speakers.

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PriorityJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
AudioBuilt-in pop filter and shock-mount system16mm cardioid pickup core
Battery capacityBattery: Microphones 600mAh 3.7V Li-ion; dongle 700mAh 3.7V Li-ion2,500 mAh battery
Connections2.4GHz digital wirelessBluetooth 5.1
Battery lifeUp to 20 hours per charge2,500 mAh battery
ControlsMicrophone power controlsNine presets
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C, rated input 5V, 2A

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
BrandJBLXiaomi
ModelPartyBox Wireless MicXMKGMKF01YM
Announced2024—
TypeWireless Handheld Microphone System—
Microphone System2 wireless handheld microphones + 1 wireless receiver dongle—
ColorBlackBlack
Product type—Microphone with built-in speakers
Catalogue reference—43697

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Mounting / AttachmentHandheld—
MaterialsRugged handheld housing with metal grille—
Special FeaturesDual karaoke microphones for JBL PartyBox; use while charging—
Dimensions—96 × 96 × 226mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Power SourceBuilt-in rechargeable batteries—
Battery TypeMicrophones 600mAh 3.7V Li-ion; dongle 700mAh 3.7V Li-ion—
Battery LifeMicrophones up to 20h; dongle up to 12h—
ChargingUSB-C; microphones can be used while charging from PartyBoxUSB-C; rated input 5V, 2A
Fast Charging10 minutes provides about 2 hours microphone use—
Battery—2500mAh nominal lithium-ion; 3.6V

Microphone & Audio

Microphone & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Microphone Type16mm electret condenser microphone (ECM)—
Polar PatternCardioid—
Frequency Response50Hz–15kHz—
Signal-to-Noise Ratio59dBA—
Dynamic Range100dB at 1kHz—
Audio FeaturesBuilt-in pop filter and shock-mount system—
Microphone pickup—16mm cardioid pickup core
Built-in speakers—Two opposed 5W speakers with passive bass elements
Audio processing—Karaoke DSP; echo/reverb, EQ and feedback-suppression algorithms

Wireless & Transmission

Wireless & Transmission specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Wireless Technology2.4GHz digital wireless—
Operating Frequency2404–2478MHz—
Transmission RangeUp to 30m / 100ft—
LatencyUnder 12ms—
EncryptionAES-128—
Maximum Transmitters2 supplied handheld microphones—
Maximum Receivers / Channels1 dongle / 2 microphones—
Wireless FeaturesAdaptive channel selection—

Transmitter

Transmitter specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Transmitter MicrophoneIntegrated 16mm cardioid ECM capsule—
Transmitter InputNot applicable—
Transmitter RecordingNo—
Internal Storage / Recording Time——
Transmitter Battery LifeUp to 20 hours—
Transmitter Charging TimeUnder 2.5 hours while off—
Transmitter Dimensions45.5 × 224.5 × 42.5mm—
Transmitter Weight270g each—

Receiver

Receiver specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Receiver TypeJBL PartyBox wireless microphone dongle—
Receiver OutputsProprietary PartyBox microphone input connection—
Monitoring OutputNot applicable—
Receiver Battery LifeUp to 12 hours—
Receiver Charging TimeUnder 2.5 hours while off—
Receiver Dimensions42 × 96.5 × 18mm—
Receiver Weight43g—

Connectivity & Compatibility

Connectivity & Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Connection2.4GHz wireless via supplied PartyBox dongleBluetooth 5.1; USB-C charging; headphone monitoring and recording interfaces
Audio OutputsReceiver dongle output to compatible JBL PartyBox—
USBUSB-C charging—
3.5mm ConnectionNot applicable—
Camera Compatibility——
Smartphone Compatibility——
Computer Compatibility——
Operating System Compatibility——
Direct Device CompatibilityAll JBL PartyBox speakers using the supplied dongle—
App Support—Direct Bluetooth pairing; Xiaomi Home not required

Recording & Controls

Recording & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Onboard RecordingNo—
TimecodeNo—
Safety TrackNo—
Gain ControlPartyBox microphone controls where available—
Noise CancellationNo electronic noise cancellation; cardioid pickup, pop filter and shock mount reduce unwanted sound—
Low-Cut FilterNo—
ControlsMicrophone power controlsNine presets
Special Recording FeaturesNot applicable—

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Charging CaseNot applicable—
Case Battery Capacity——
Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles——
Case Charging Time——
Case Charging Port——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Features——

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
What's in the Box2 × JBL PartyBox Wireless microphones, 1 × wireless dongle, USB-C cable, quick-start guide, safety instructions and warranty card—

Power

Power specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Power and rated input—Two 5W speakers; USB-C charging input 5V, 2A
Battery runtime—Up to 7 hours; tested at 31°C, acoustic mode, 70% volume

Connection & Compatibility

Connection & Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox Wireless MicXiaomi Karaoke Microphone
Wireless connectivity—Bluetooth 5.1
Compatible devices—Compatible Bluetooth phones and supported Xiaomi TVs; not computers or notebook speakers
Wireless working distance—Up to 10m under suitable conditions

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

For most buyers the JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic is the better buy; the Xiaomi Karaoke Microphone makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.

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In-stock alternatives

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