JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential vs Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
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JBL PartyBox 110KSh 48,000.00
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| Feature |  JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential |  Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 39,500.00 | KSh 33,500.00 |
| Battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion | — |
| Weight | 6.1 kg | 12 lbs (5.4 kg) |
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General
| Specification | JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Skullcandy |
| Model | PartyBox On-The-Go Essential | Barrel Boombox Speaker |
| Type | Portable Party Speaker | Portable Party Speaker |
Design
| Specification | JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 49.0 x 24.4 x 22.9 cm | 11.81 x 22.05 x 9.6 inches |
| Weight | 6.1 kg | 12 lbs (5.4 kg) |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | A2DP V1.3, AVRCP V1.6 | — |
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker |
| Wired Inputs | USB, AUX | — |
| HDMI | N/A — portable speaker design | N/A — portable speaker design |
| USB | Bluetooth, USB, AUX, mic/guitar inputs | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | — | Skullcandy Multi-Link (Connect up to 99 speakers) |
Features
| Specification | JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant |
| Lightshow | Yes — integrated party lightshow | LED Light Show |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker |
| Special Features | Synced light show, wireless mic, TWS pairing | — |
Audio
| Specification | JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 5.25-inch woofer, 2 x 1.75-inch tweeters | 6.5" Woofer + Dual 2.25" Tweeters |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (-6dB) | — |
| Total Power Output | 100W RMS | — |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >80dB | — |
| Speaker Configuration | — | One 6.5" Woofer + Two 2.25" Tweeters |
| Maximum SPL | — | 92dB ± 3 |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL PartyBox On-The-Go 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 On-The-Go Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 splashproof | Water-Resistant Build |
| Materials | Durable plastic with fabric grille | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential | Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | PartyBox On-The-Go 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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