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JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2 vs JBL Bar 1000MK2

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JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2

  • 4,722 mAh battery capacity.
  • Wi-Fi 6 support.
  • Up to 10 hours per charge.
  • 2,470 W rated output.
  • JBL One.
KSh 179,000In Stock
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JBL Bar 1000MK2

JBL Bar 1000MK2

  • 6,600 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Up to 10 hours per charge.
  • 960 W rated output.
  • Works with the JBL ONE app.
KSh 129,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2 if you want a higher 2,470 W rated output and larger 75 mm drivers. Choose the JBL Bar 1000MK2 if you want a bigger 6,600 mAh battery, a lighter build (5.5 kg) and a lower price (KSh 50,000 less).

Battery capacity

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2
4,722 mAh battery capacity
JBL Bar 1000MK2
6,600 mAh battery capacity

Portability

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2
5.93 kg
JBL Bar 1000MK2
5.5 kg

Output power

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2
2,470 W rated output
JBL Bar 1000MK2
960 W rated output

Connections

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2
Wi-Fi 6
JBL Bar 1000MK2
Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3

Software

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2
JBL One
JBL Bar 1000MK2
Works with the JBL ONE app

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2

  • Higher rated output: 2,470 W (vs 960 W).
  • Larger drivers: 75 mm (vs 25 mm).

JBL Bar 1000MK2

  • Bigger battery: 6,600 mAh (vs 4,722 mAh).
  • Lighter: 5.5 kg (vs 5.93 kg).
  • Lower price: KSh 129,000 (vs KSh 179,000).

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PriorityJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1000MK2
Portability5.93 kg5.5 kg
Output power2,470 W rated output960 W rated output
Battery capacity4,722 mAh battery6,600 mAh battery
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
Battery lifeUp to 10 hours per chargeUp to 10 hours per charge
SoftwareJBL OneWorks with the JBL ONE app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1000MK2
BrandJBLJBL
ModelBar 1300MK2Bar 1000MK2
TypeSoundbar SystemSoundbar with Subwoofer
ColorBlackBlack
Announced—2025

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1000MK2
DimensionsComplete bar: 1404 × 58 × 136 mm; main bar: 1030 × 58 × 136 mm; each surround: 202 × 58 × 136 mm; subwoofer: 315 × 277 × 275 mm (W × H × D)Total soundbar: 1203 × 52 × 128 mm; main bar: 854 × 52 × 128 mm; each surround: 189 × 52 × 128 mm; subwoofer: 325 × 400 × 325 mm
WeightMain bar 5.93 kg; each surround 1.3 kg; subwoofer 12 kgMain soundbar: 5.5 kg; each surround: 0.9 kg; subwoofer: 9.1 kg

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1000MK2
Battery7.2 V / 4722 mAh surround batteriesDetachable surround speakers: 3.635 V, 6600 mAh lithium battery

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1000MK2
BluetoothMain bar 5.3; surrounds 5.4Bluetooth 5.3
Wi-Fi802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4 and 5 GHzIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax on 2.4/5 GHz
Wired InputsOptical audio; HDMIOptical audio; HDMI
HDMIThree HDMI inputs; one eARC output; HDCP 2.3; HDR10+ and Dolby Vision passthrough3 HDMI inputs; 1 HDMI eARC output; HDCP 2.3; HDR10+ and Dolby Vision pass-through
USBUSB-A; 5 V DC / 0.5 AUSB-A; 5 V DC / 0.5 A
Microphone / Guitar InputsBuilt-in sound-calibration microphone; no microphone or guitar inputBuilt-in sound-calibration microphone; no microphone or guitar input
Multi-Speaker / Stereo PairingDetachable surrounds work as standalone Bluetooth speakers or as a stereo pair; JBL One whole-home audio with compatible Bar MK2 and Cove devicesJBL One whole-home audio with compatible Bar MK2 and Cove devices
App SupportJBL OneJBL ONE app
Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs—A2DP v1.3; AVRCP v1.5

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1000MK2
Voice AssistantWorks with connected voice-assistant devicesWorks with voice-assistant-enabled speakers
Home Cinema Features11.1.4 channels; Dolby Atmos; DTS:X; MultiBeam 3.0; room calibration; HDMI eARC; six up-firing driversDolby Atmos; DTS:X; MultiBeam 3.0; PureVoice 2.0; detachable wireless surround sound; easy sound calibration
Special FeaturesAI Sound Boost; Broadcasting; Night Listening; JBL One whole-home audioBroadcasting; Night Listening; JBL One app; Wi-Fi streaming
Lightshow—No party lightshow
Party Features—Not a party-speaker product

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1000MK2
Speaker ConfigurationMain bar, two detachable wireless surrounds and wireless dual-driver subwoofer7.1.4 channel
DriversSoundbar: eight 50 x 75 mm racetracks, seven 25 mm tweeters, four 75 mm up-firing; surrounds each: two 50 x 90 mm racetracks, 50 mm full-range, 75 mm up-firing; subwoofer: two 200 mm driversSoundbar: 6 × (44 × 80) mm racetrack drivers + 2 × 1 in (25 mm) tweeters + 2 × 2.75 in (70 mm) up-firing full-range drivers; surrounds: 2 × (44 × 90) mm racetrack drivers + 2 × 2.75 in (70 mm) up-firing full-range drivers; subwoofer: 10 in (260 mm)
Frequency Response33 Hz–20 kHz (-6 dB)33 Hz – 20 kHz (-6 dB)
Total Power Output2470 W maximum; 1235 W RMS at 1% THD960 W maximum; 480 W RMS at 1% THD
Audio Channels11.1.47.1.4
Sound Modes / EQJBL One equaliser; Night Listening; automatic room calibrationJBL One equaliser; PureVoice 2.0; automatic room calibration
Audio FeaturesDolby Atmos, DTS:X, MultiBeam 3.0, PureVoice 2.0, SmartDetailsDolby Atmos; DTS:X; MultiBeam 3.0; PureVoice 2.0; SmartDetails
Amplifier—Soundbar 500 W; surrounds 2 × 80 W; subwoofer 300 W; max @ THD 1%

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1000MK2
Power Source100–240 V AC; rechargeable detachable surrounds100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz mains; rechargeable lithium batteries in detachable surround speakers
Battery LifeDetachable surrounds up to 10 hoursDetachable surrounds: up to 10 hours
Charging TimeDetachable surrounds: approximately 4 hoursDetachable surrounds: approximately 4 hours
Charging PortDock on soundbar or USB-C on each detachable surroundDock on soundbar or USB-C on each detachable surround
Power ConsumptionNetworked standby: below 2 WNetworked standby less than 2.0 W

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1000MK2
ControlsSoundbar volume and source buttons; remote control; JBL One appSoundbar volume and source buttons; remote control; JBL One app
Placement / MountingTabletop or wall mounting; detachable surrounds behind the listenerTabletop or wall mount; detachable surrounds can be placed behind the listener

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1000MK2
Speaker / SoundbarMain soundbar and two detachable surround speakersMain soundbar; two detachable wireless surrounds
SubwooferWireless subwoofer1 × wireless subwoofer
Remote ControlRemote with two batteriesRemote control with 2 batteries
Power CableAC power cordsAC power cords
Audio / HDMI CableHDMI cable1 × HDMI cable
Mounting AccessoriesSoundbar and surround wall brackets with screws; mounting template2 × L-shaped wall-mount brackets for main bar; 2 × U-shaped brackets for surrounds; screws; wall-mount template
Other AccessoriesFour side caps4 × side caps
DocumentationQuick-start guide, safety instructions and warranty cardQuick start guide; safety instruction; warranty card

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 6.
  • Both use HDR10 (HDMI).
  • Both use MK2 (Multi-Speaker).
  • Both go up to 240 V (power source).
  • Same wired inputs: optical audio.
  • Same USB: USB-A.

In summary

Choose Bar 1000MK2 for a larger battery at a lower price; Soundbar 1300 MK2 offers more total output and drivers.

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In-stock alternatives

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