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Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 vs JBL PartyBox Club 120

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5

  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
  • 190 W rated output.
  • Harman Kardon One.
  • Weighs 800 g.
KSh 49,000In Stock
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JBL PartyBox Club 120

JBL PartyBox Club 120

  • 11,050 g.
  • 34 Wh of stored energy.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Up to 12 hours per charge.
  • 10 minutes for 80 minutes of playback.
KSh 49,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 if you want a lighter build (800 g). Choose the JBL PartyBox Club 120 if you want larger 133 mm drivers.

Connections

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Bluetooth 5.4 connection
JBL PartyBox Club 120
Bluetooth 5.3 connection

Portability

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
800 g
JBL PartyBox Club 120
11.05 kg

Audio

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Three-way stereo design
JBL PartyBox Club 120
JBL Pro Sound

Signal-to-Noise ratio

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
80 dB A-weighted
JBL PartyBox Club 120
>80 dB

Placement / mounting

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Desktop placement
JBL PartyBox Club 120
Free-standing portable placement

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5

  • Lighter: 800 g (vs 11.05 kg).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).

JBL PartyBox Club 120

  • Larger drivers: 133 mm (vs 40 mm).

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PriorityHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5JBL PartyBox Club 120
Portability800 g11,050 g
Output power190 W rated output160 Watts RMS
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.3
Weight800 g11.05 kg
AudioThree-way stereo designJBL Pro Sound
Signal-to-Noise ratio80 dB A-weighted>80 dB

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5JBL PartyBox Club 120
BrandHarman KardonJBL
ModelSoundSticks 5PartyBox Club 120
TypeDesktop SpeakerPortable Party Speaker

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5JBL PartyBox Club 120
DimensionsEach satellite 95.5 x 281.1 x 95.5 mm; subwoofer 237.5 x 283.4 x 237.5 mm28.8 x 57 x 29.7 cm.
WeightEach satellite 0.8 kg; subwoofer 3.7 kg11.05 kg.

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5JBL PartyBox Club 120
BatteryN/A; AC-poweredJBL Battery 200, 34 Wh lithium-ion polymer

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5JBL PartyBox Club 120
Bluetooth5.4Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsA2DP 1.4; AVRCP 1.6.2A2DP 1.4; AVRCP 1.6
Wired InputsHDMI ARC1x Mic, 1x Guitar/Mic, 3.5mm Aux In.
HDMIOne HDMI ARC; HDCP 1.4Portable speaker design
USBUSB-C service port, 5 V / 0.5 AYes (mp3, wav, wma, flac)
Multi-Speaker / Stereo PairingAuracast multi-speaker connection—
App SupportHarman Kardon One—
Wi-Fi—Bluetooth-only portable speaker
Microphone / Guitar Inputs—Dual microphone and guitar inputs

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5JBL PartyBox Club 120
LightshowAdjustable multicolour lightshowStarry lights, light trails, and strobe effects.
Party FeaturesAuracast multi-speaker playback—
Home Cinema FeaturesHDMI ARC TV connection; Dolby audioNot a home-cinema speaker
Special FeaturesApp-controlled EQ and lightshow; firmware updates—
Voice Assistant—No built-in voice assistant

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5JBL PartyBox Club 120
Speaker ConfigurationTwo satellite speakers and down-firing subwoofer—
DriversSix 40 mm midrange drivers; two 25 mm tweeters; one 5.25-inch subwooferTwo 133 mm woofers; two 57 mm tweeters
Frequency Response40 Hz–20 kHz (-6 dB)40 Hz - 20 kHz.
Total Power Output190 W RMS160 Watts RMS.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio80 dB A-weighted>80 dB
Audio Channels2.1—
Sound Modes / EQHarman Kardon One app EQKaraoke EQ; JBL PartyBox app equaliser
Audio FeaturesThree-way stereo design; Dolby audio over HDMI ARCJBL Pro Sound; AI Sound Boost

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5JBL PartyBox Club 120
Power Source100–240 V AC, 50/60 HzRechargeable battery / USB charging
Battery LifeNot applicableUp to 12 Hours (Replaceable Battery Design).
Charging Time—3.5 Hours (Fast Charge: 10min = 80min play)
Fast Charging—10 minutes for 80 minutes of playback
Charging Port—AC mains input

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5JBL PartyBox Club 120
ControlsTouch controls on right satellite base; app controls—
MaterialsTransparent dome; recycled plastic and recycled aluminumPost-consumer recycled plastic
Placement / MountingDesktop placementFree-standing portable placement
Water & Dust Resistance—IPX4 (Splashproof).

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5JBL PartyBox Club 120
Speaker / SoundbarTwo SoundSticks 5 satellite speakersPartyBox Club 120
SubwooferSoundSticks 5 subwooferNo subwoofer supplied
Power CableAC power cable2 m AC power cord
DocumentationQuick-start guide; safety instructions and warranty cardQuick Start Guide and safety documentation
Remote Control—No remote control supplied
Audio / HDMI Cable—Not applicable
Mounting Accessories—Portable design
Other Accessories——

Similarities

  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use A2DP (Bluetooth profiles / codecs).

In summary

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 is the lighter option to carry; JBL PartyBox Club 120 trades extra weight for drivers.

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In-stock alternatives

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