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JBL PartyBox 720 vs JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W

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 1300 | 1170W

JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W

  • 6,600 mAh battery capacity.
  • Wi-Fi 6 support.
  • Up to 12 hours per charge.
  • 1,170 W rated output.
  • Works with the JBL ONE app.
KSh 135,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL PartyBox 720 if you want longer rated battery life (15 hours per charge), larger 243 mm drivers and a lower price (KSh 17,500 less). Choose the JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W if you want a higher 1,170 W rated output, a bigger 6,600 mAh battery and a lighter build (4.3 kg).

Battery capacity

JBL PartyBox 720
4,584 mAh battery capacity
JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
6,600 mAh battery capacity

Battery life

JBL PartyBox 720
Up to 15 hours per charge
JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
Up to 12 hours per charge

Portability

JBL PartyBox 720
31 kg
JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
4.3 kg

Output power

JBL PartyBox 720
800 W rated output
JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
1,170 W rated output

Connections

JBL PartyBox 720
Bluetooth 5.4
JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
Wi-Fi 6

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL PartyBox 720

  • Rated for up to 15 hours per charge (vs 12).
  • Larger drivers: 243 mm (vs 90 mm).
  • Lower price: KSh 117,500 (vs KSh 135,000).

JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W

  • Higher rated output: 1,170 W (vs 800 W).
  • Bigger battery: 6,600 mAh (vs 4,584 mAh).
  • Lighter: 4.3 kg (vs 31 kg).
  • Supports Dolby Atmos.

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PriorityJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
Portability31,000 g4.3 kg
Weight31 kg4.3 kg
Battery capacity4,584 mAh battery6,600 mAh battery
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Wi-Fi 6
Battery lifeUp to 15 hours per chargeUp to 12 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 1300 | 1170W
BrandJBLJBL
ModelPartyBox 720Bar 1300
TypePortable Party SpeakerSoundbar with Subwoofer
Color—Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
Dimensions416 x 942 x 406 mmComplete bar: 1376 × 60 × 139 mm; main bar: 1000 × 60 × 139 mm; each surround: 202 × 60 × 139 mm; subwoofer: 305 × 440.4 × 305 mm (W × H × D)
Weight31 kgMain bar: 4.3 kg; each surround: 1.25 kg; subwoofer: 10 kg

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
BatteryTwo JBL Battery 600 lithium-ion packs; 99.02 Wh (21.6 V / 4584 mAh) eachDetachable surround speakers: 3.635 V, 6600 mAh lithium battery

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
Bluetooth5.4Main bar: 5.0; detachable surrounds: 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsA2DP 1.4 and AVRCP 1.6Main bar: A2DP 1.2 and AVRCP 1.5; surrounds: A2DP 1.3 and AVRCP 1.6
Wired Inputs3.5 mm auxiliary input; microphone, guitar and line inputsOptical audio; three HDMI inputs
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 stereoDetachable surrounds work as standalone Bluetooth speakers or as a stereo pair
App SupportJBL PartyBoxJBL ONE app
Wi-Fi—IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax on 2.4/5 GHz
HDMI—3 HDMI inputs; 1 HDMI eARC output; HDCP 2.3; HDR10 and Dolby Vision pass-through

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
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 voice-assistant-enabled speakers; Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri via connected device
Home Cinema Features—Dolby Atmos; DTS:X; MultiBeam; 11.1.4 channels; six up-firing drivers; detachable wireless surrounds
Special Features—AirPlay; Alexa Multi-Room Music; Chromecast built-in; JBL ONE EQ; easy sound calibration

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
Speaker ConfigurationDual woofers and dual tweeters11.1.4 channel
DriversTwo 243 mm woofers; two 30 mm dome tweetersSoundbar: six 46 × 90 mm racetrack drivers, five 20 mm tweeters and four 70 mm up-firing drivers; each surround: one 46 × 90 mm driver, one 20 mm tweeter, one 70 mm up-firing driver and two 48 × 69 mm passive radiators; subwoofer: 260 mm (10-inch) driver
Frequency Response32 Hz–20 kHz33 Hz – 20 kHz (-6 dB)
Total Power Output800 W RMS1170 W maximum @ THD 1% (soundbar 650 W; surrounds 2 × 110 W; subwoofer 300 W)
Signal-to-Noise RatioOver 80 dB—
Sound Modes / EQEQ adjustment in JBL PartyBox appJBL ONE App EQ; PureVoice dialogue enhancement; automatic sound calibration
Audio FeaturesJBL Pro Sound; USB-C digital audioDolby Atmos; DTS:X; MultiBeam; six up-firing drivers; 10-inch wireless subwoofer
Amplifier—Soundbar 650 W; surrounds 2 × 110 W; subwoofer 300 W; max @ THD 1%
Audio Channels—11.1.4

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
Power Source100–240 V AC; optional compatible replacement batteries100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz mains; rechargeable lithium batteries in detachable surround speakers
Battery LifeUp to 15 hours with compatible batteries installedDetachable surrounds: up to 12 hours
Charging Time3 hours with speaker offDetachable surrounds: approximately 4 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 less than 2.0 W

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL PartyBox 720JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4—
MaterialsPost-consumer recycled plastic—
Placement / MountingIntegrated handle and sturdy wheelsTabletop or wall mount; detachable surrounds can be placed behind the listener
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 1300 | 1170W
Speaker / SoundbarJBL PartyBox 7201 × main soundbar
Power Cable2 m AC power cordAC power cords
DocumentationQuick-start guide, safety instructions and warranty cardQuick start guide; safety instruction; warranty card
Subwoofer—Wireless 10-inch subwoofer
Remote Control—Remote control with 2 batteries
Audio / HDMI Cable—1 × HDMI cable
Mounting Accessories—2 × L-shaped brackets for main bar; 2 × U-shaped brackets for surrounds; screws; wall-mount template
Other Accessories—Two side caps

Similarities

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

In summary

Choose Bar 1300 / 1170W for more total output and a larger battery; PartyBox 720 offers longer rated battery life at a lower price.

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