Ultimate Ears Everboom vs JBL Boombox 3
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Ultimate Ears Everboom vs. JBL Boombox 3: Portable Bluetooth Speaker Showdown The Ultimate Ears Everboom (a rugged, mid-sized party speaker) and JBL Boombox 3 (a massive powerhouse) differ starkly in scale and power. The Everboom offers 360-degree sound with solid bass from dual drivers, IP67 waterproofing, and up to 20+ hours of battery life in a lighter 4-5 lb floating design ideal for poolsides. Specs include Bluetooth 5.3, app EQ, and PartyUp linking, but it maxes at ~90dB with less low-end extension (50Hz+).
Ultimate Ears Everboom
Launch Date7/23/2024
Launch Price249 USD
Expert Reviews
70/100
9 experts
User Reviews
88/100
155 users
Specifications
battery life 20 hours
connectivity Bluetooth, NFC
volume output 91 decibels (outdoor), 90 decibels (indoor)
water resistance IP67
Pros
- Powerful sound indoors and outdoors
- Rugged design
- Respectable battery life
- Intuitive controls
- Long battery life
- Impressive sound performance
Cons
- No Wi-Fi or smart functionality
- No 3.5mm aux port
- Limited playlist feature
- No Bluetooth multi-device connectivity
- Fabric finish prone to stains
JBL Boombox 3
Launch Date7/31/2024
Launch Price490 euros EUR
Expert Reviews
76/100
5 experts
User Reviews
93/100
5113 users
Specifications
Bluetooth frequency 2.402GHz - 2.480GHz
Bluetooth profiles A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6
Bluetooth transmitted modulation GFSK, /4 DQPSK, 8DPSK
Bluetooth transmitter power <= 9 dBm (EIRP)
Bluetooth version 5.3
Charging time (hrs) 6.5
Dimensions (cm) 48.2 x 25.7 x 20.0
Dimensions (in) 19.0 x 10.1 x 7.9
Dynamic frequency response range (Hz) 40 Hz - 20k Hz
Maximum music playing time (hrs) 24
Output power (W) 1x80W RMS-subwoofer + 2x40W RMS-midrange + 2x10W RMS-tweeter (AC mode), 1x60W RMS-subwoofer + 2x30W RMS-midrange + 2x8W RMS-tweeter (Battery mode)
Weight (kgs) 6.7
Weight (lbs) 14.7
Pros
- Balanced sound tuning
- Rich and deep bass reproduction
- Large level reserves
- Integrated power supply and power bank function
Cons
- No classic stereo mode
- No Bluetooth hands-free communication (HFP)
