Bose SoundLink Max vs JBL PartyBox On the Go 2
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| Feature |  Bose SoundLink Max |  JBL PartyBox On the Go 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 55,000 | KSh 47,000.00 |
| Battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion battery | — |
| Weight | 2.13kg | ~6.5 kg |
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General
| Specification | Bose SoundLink Max | JBL PartyBox On the Go 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Bose | JBL |
| Model | SoundLink Max Portable Speaker | PartyBox On the Go 2 |
| Announced | 2024 | — |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Party Speaker |
| Color | Black, Blue Dusk or Citrus Yellow | — |
Audio
| Specification | Bose SoundLink Max | JBL PartyBox On the Go 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | Three-driver portable speaker with dual passive radiators | — |
| Drivers | 2 × 63.5mm midrange drivers + 1 × 20.1mm tweeter; dual passive radiators | — |
| Audio Channels | Stereo | — |
| Sound Modes / EQ | Adjustable bass, midrange and treble in Bose app | — |
| Audio Features | Bose Articulated Array; PositionIQ; SimpleSync | Microphone system: 2x Wireless Digital Mics (Included) |
| Total Power Output | — | 100W RMS |
Connectivity
| Specification | Bose SoundLink Max | JBL PartyBox On the Go 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | 5.4 (Newest Standard) |
| Bluetooth Range | Up to 9m / 30ft | — |
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker |
| Wired Inputs | 3.5mm AUX input | USB, Aux (3.5mm), Mic/Guitar Input (6.3mm) |
| HDMI | N/A — portable speaker design | N/A — portable speaker design |
| USB | USB-C charging and device-charging output | — |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | N/A — no microphone or guitar input | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Bose SimpleSync compatible | Auracast™ Support |
| App Support | Bose app | JBL PartyBox App Compatible |
Power & Battery
| Specification | Bose SoundLink Max | JBL PartyBox On the Go 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable lithium-ion battery / USB-C charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
| Battery Life | Up to 20 hours at moderate volume; up to 3 hours at maximum volume | Up to 15 Hours (Upgrade) |
| Charging Time | Up to 5 hours with a 15W USB-C supply | 3.5 Hours (Fast Charge supported) |
| Charging Port | USB-C | — |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Bose SoundLink Max | JBL PartyBox On the Go 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Top-panel power, Bluetooth, shortcut, play/pause and volume controls | — |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP67 | IPX4 (Splashproof) |
| Materials | Aluminium, fabric, nylon, plastic, silicone, steel and rope | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement; removable carry handle | Free-standing portable placement |
Features
| Specification | Bose SoundLink Max | JBL PartyBox On the Go 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant |
| Lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow | Yes — integrated party lightshow |
| Party Features | N/A — not a party-speaker product | — |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A — not a home-cinema product | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker |
| Special Features | Floats, removable handle, PositionIQ and USB-C phone charging | — |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Bose SoundLink Max | JBL PartyBox On the Go 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker | PartyBox On the Go 2 |
| 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-C to USB-C charging cable | USB charging cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | N/A |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A — portable design | N/A — portable design |
| Other Accessories | Power supply included only in applicable regions | N/A |
| Documentation | Safety sheet and product documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation |
Design
| Specification | Bose SoundLink Max | JBL PartyBox On the Go 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 265 × 120 × 105mm | — |
| Weight | 2.13kg | ~6.5 kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Bose SoundLink Max | JBL PartyBox On the Go 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion battery | — |