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JBL PartyBox 720 vs JBL Bar 1000 | 880W

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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JBL PartyBox 720

JBL PartyBox 720

  • 31,000 g.
  • 4,584 mAh battery capacity.
  • 99.02 Wh of stored energy.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • Up to 15 hours per charge.
KSh 117,500In Stock
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JBL Bar 1000 | 880W

JBL Bar 1000 | 880W

  • 3,283 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • Up to 10 hours per charge.
  • 880 W rated output.
  • Works with the JBL One app.
KSh 105,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL PartyBox 720 if you want a bigger 4,584 mAh battery, longer rated battery life (15 hours per charge) and larger 243 mm drivers. Choose the JBL Bar 1000 / 880W if you want a lighter build (3.7 kg) and a lower price (KSh 12,500 less).

Battery capacity

JBL PartyBox 720
4,584 mAh battery capacity
JBL Bar 1000 / 880W
3,283 mAh battery capacity

Connections

JBL PartyBox 720
Bluetooth 5.4 connection
JBL Bar 1000 / 880W
Bluetooth 5.0 connection

Battery life

JBL PartyBox 720
Up to 15 hours per charge
JBL Bar 1000 / 880W
Up to 10 hours per charge

Portability

JBL PartyBox 720
31 kg
JBL Bar 1000 / 880W
3.7 kg

Output power

JBL PartyBox 720
800 W rated output
JBL Bar 1000 / 880W
880 W rated output

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL PartyBox 720

  • Bigger battery: 4,584 mAh (vs 3,283 mAh).
  • Rated for up to 15 hours per charge (vs 10).
  • Larger drivers: 243 mm (vs 90 mm).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.0).

JBL Bar 1000 / 880W

  • Lighter: 3.7 kg (vs 31 kg).
  • Lower price: KSh 105,000 (vs KSh 117,500).
  • Supports Dolby Atmos.

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PriorityJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1000 / 880W
Portability31,000 g3.7 kg
Weight31 kg3.7 kg
Battery capacity4,584 mAh battery3,283 mAh battery
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
Battery lifeUp to 15 hours per chargeUp to 10 hours per charge
SoftwareJBL PartyBoxWorks with the JBL One app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1000 | 880W
BrandJBLJBL
ModelPartyBox 720Bar 1000
TypePortable Party SpeakerSoundbar with Subwoofer
Color—Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1000 | 880W
Dimensions416 x 942 x 406 mmMain bar: 884 × 56 × 125 mm; each surround: 155 × 56 × 125 mm; subwoofer: 305 × 440.4 × 305 mm (W × H × D)
Weight31 kgMain bar: 3.7 kg; each surround: 0.7 kg; subwoofer: 10 kg

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1000 | 880W
BatteryTwo JBL Battery 600 lithium-ion packs; 99.02 Wh (21.6 V / 4584 mAh) eachEach detachable surround: 3.635 V / 3283 mAh lithium-ion

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1000 | 880W
Bluetooth5.45.0
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsA2DP 1.4 and AVRCP 1.6A2DP 1.2; AVRCP 1.5
Wired Inputs3.5 mm auxiliary input; microphone, guitar and line inputsOptical audio; HDMI
USBUSB-C audio input; MP3, WAV and FLAC playback; USB-C PD output up to 30 WUSB-A; 5 V DC / 0.5 A
Microphone / Guitar InputsTwo XLR inputsBuilt-in sound-calibration microphone; no microphone or guitar input
Multi-Speaker / Stereo PairingAuracast; two PartyBox 720 speakers for stereo—
App SupportJBL PartyBoxJBL One app
Wi-Fi—802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax; 2.4 and 5 GHz
HDMI—3 HDMI inputs; 1 HDMI eARC output; HDCP 2.3; HDR10 and Dolby Vision passthrough

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1000 | 880W
LightshowStars, trails and strobe effects synchronized to musicNo party lightshow
Party FeaturesMicrophone, guitar and DJ-console inputs; Auracast multi-speaker connectionNot a party-speaker product
Voice Assistant—Works with connected Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri devices
Home Cinema Features—Dolby Atmos; DTS:X; MultiBeam; PureVoice dialogue enhancement; HDMI eARC; 4K Dolby Vision passthrough; detachable wireless surrounds
Special Features—AirPlay; Alexa Multi-Room Music; Chromecast built-in; automatic software updates

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1000 | 880W
Speaker ConfigurationDual woofers and dual tweeters7.1.4 channels; soundbar and wireless subwoofer; two detachable surrounds
DriversTwo 243 mm woofers; two 30 mm dome tweetersSoundbar: five 46 × 90 mm racetrack drivers, three 20 mm tweeters and two 70 mm up-firing drivers; each surround: one 20 mm tweeter and one 70 mm up-firing driver; subwoofer: 260 mm (10-inch) driver
Frequency Response32 Hz–20 kHz33 Hz–20 kHz (-6 dB)
Total Power Output800 W RMS880 W maximum at 1% THD
Signal-to-Noise RatioOver 80 dB—
Sound Modes / EQEQ adjustment in JBL PartyBox appJBL One equaliser; PureVoice; automatic room calibration
Audio FeaturesJBL Pro Sound; USB-C digital audioDolby Atmos; DTS:X; MultiBeam; PureVoice dialogue enhancement
Amplifier—Soundbar: 440 W; surrounds: 2 × 70 W; subwoofer: 300 W maximum at 1% THD
Audio Channels—7.1.4

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1000 | 880W
Power Source100–240 V AC; optional compatible replacement batteries100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz; rechargeable detachable surrounds
Battery LifeUp to 15 hours with compatible batteries installedDetachable surrounds: up to 10 hours
Charging Time3 hours with speaker offDetachable surrounds: approximately 3.5 hours
Fast Charging10 minutes for up to 2 hours with compatible batteries—
Charging PortAC power inputDock on soundbar or USB-C on each detachable surround
Power Consumption—Networked standby: below 2 W

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1000 | 880W
Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4—
MaterialsPost-consumer recycled plastic—
Placement / MountingIntegrated handle and sturdy wheelsTabletop or wall mounting; floor-standing wireless subwoofer
Controls—Soundbar volume and source buttons; remote control; JBL One app

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1000 | 880W
Speaker / SoundbarJBL PartyBox 720Main soundbar; two detachable wireless surround speakers
Power Cable2 m AC power cordAC power cords
DocumentationQuick-start guide, safety instructions and warranty cardQuick-start guide; safety instructions; warranty card
Subwoofer—Wireless 10-inch subwoofer
Remote Control—Remote control with two batteries
Audio / HDMI Cable—HDMI cable
Mounting Accessories—Two soundbar wall brackets; two surround wall brackets; screws; wall-mount template
Other Accessories—Four side caps

Similarities

  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use A2DP (Bluetooth profiles / codecs).
  • Both go up to 240 V (power source).
  • Both are made by JBL.

In summary

Bar 1000 / 880W is the lighter option to carry and costs less; PartyBox 720 trades extra weight and cost for a larger battery and longer rated battery life.

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