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Experts prefer UE Boom 3 over JBL PartyBox 300

On 4 Mar 2024 (24 days ago) we went through 113 Bluetooth Speaker expert endorsements .

Currently, UE Boom 3 received 2 endorsements from WIRED (18 Feb 2024) and Popular Mechanics (2 Dec 2022). Meanwhile, JBL PartyBox 300 did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank Change Price Bluetooth Speaker
Digital Trends
TechHive
WIRED
Tom's Guide
Rtings.com
TechRadar
Popular Mechanics
PCMag
SoundGuys
What Hi-Fi
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-1 $101
UE Boom 3
The UE Boom 3 is a highly portable and durable Bluetooth speaker with a punchy sound profile, long battery life, and waterproof and dust-proof design, making it perfect for outdoor activities and travel.
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9
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N/A N/A $1000
JBL PartyBox 300
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About our ranking methodology

Endorsement summary:

  • On 18 Feb 2024 WIRED ranked UE Boom 3 as #1
    Rank Bluetooth Speaker Comment
    #1 out of 21 UE Boom 3
    Best Overall
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  • On 2 Dec 2022 Popular Mechanics ranked UE Boom 3 as #9
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    #9 out of 10 UE Boom 3
    Great Pool Speaker
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Customers like JBL PartyBox 300 noticeably more

At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.

JBL PartyBox 300
UE Boom 3
Consumer score (CS) is a normalized computed representation of customers' sentiment towards a product.
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.

JBL PartyBox 300, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than UE Boom 3.

As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling bluetooth speaker receives a consumer score of 9.1 (great). JBL PartyBox 300 ranks higher than that and UE Boom 3 ranks lower than that.

JBL PartyBox 300
In comparison:
JBL PartyBox 300 ranks #27 out of 189. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.6
Amazing
UE Boom 3
In comparison:
UE Boom 3 ranks #103 out of 189. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.9
Great
Median best-selling Bluetooth Speaker
In comparison:
OontZ Angle 3 Ultra ranks #95 out of 189. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.1
Great





UE Boom 3 is more popular than JBL PartyBox 300

It's fairly safe to say that UE Boom 3 is a more popular bluetooth speaker than JBL PartyBox 300, based on its 9,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.


To consider

Customers who view JBL PartyBox 300 and UE Boom 3 often consider JBL Flip 6, a more popular, pricier option.
Table: Top compared alternatives for JBL PartyBox 300 and UE Boom 3
JBL Flip 6 $110
In comparison:
JBL Flip 6 ranks #33 out of 189. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.6
Amazing
3 expert recommendations More Popular
JBL Charge 4 $104
In comparison:
JBL Charge 4 ranks #3 out of 189. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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10.0
Amazing
No expert recommendations More Popular Better Reviews
Anker Soundcore Motion Boom $100
In comparison:
Anker Soundcore Motion Boom ranks #11 out of 189. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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10.0
Amazing
No expert recommendations Cheaper Better Reviews
JBL Flip 4 $75
In comparison:
JBL Flip 4 ranks #7 out of 189. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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10.0
Amazing
No expert recommendations Cheaper More Popular Better Reviews
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, UE Boom 3 is mentioned by key experts in Mar 2024, while JBL PartyBox 300 is not.
Rank Change Price Bluetooth Speaker
Digital Trends
TechHive
WIRED
Tom's Guide
Rtings.com
TechRadar
Popular Mechanics
PCMag
SoundGuys
What Hi-Fi
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JBL Charge 5
The JBL Charge 5 is a durable and high-quality portable Bluetooth speaker with a well-balanced sound, long battery life, and PartyBoost feature, making it perfect for outdoor activities and gatherings.
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+4 $437
Sonos Move 2
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5
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Sonos Roam
The Sonos Roam is a highly versatile and durable portable speaker that delivers excellent sound quality, with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, voice assistant integration, and unique features such as Automatic TruePlay and wireless charging.
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10
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Tribit StormBox Micro 2
The Tribit StormBox Micro 2 is a durable and waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker with powerful sound, long battery life, and versatile connectivity options.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [9]

88
Total expert reviews: 9
  • with a score: 2
  • without a score: 7
Highest score by The Streaming Blog
96
Average score based on 9 reviews
88
Lowest score by PCMag
80

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

Expert reviews [23]

87
Total expert reviews: 23
  • with a score: 18
  • without a score: 5
Highest score by Old Time Music
100
Average score based on 23 reviews
87
Lowest score by Gadgets 360
70

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20
From Seller:
  • JBL Signature Sound offers unprecedented performance and an authentic audio experiences you will remember for your party
  • The full panel lighting effect creates a captivating light show to astound your crowd with a lasting visual experience.
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From Seller:
  • ULTIMATE SOUND: Super portable wireless Bluetooth speaker with 360° bold, immersive, crystal clear sound and up to 15 hours of battery on a single charge. It brings your music to life wherever you take it.
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Video Reviews Most popular unboxing/review videos.
No video reviews linked yet for JBL PartyBox 300.
UE BOOM 3 Review (Also vs BOOM 2 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker)
Review by RIZKNOWS
Very popular! 124K views!
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JBL Flip 5 vs UE BOOM 3 Review | Wireless Bluetooth Speakers (NEW)
Review by RIZKNOWS
Very popular! 162K views!
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UE BOOM 3: Loud & Waterproof
Popular! 11K views!
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From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0097855133564, 0097855141026, 0097855141040, 0097855141057, 0097855141064, 0097855142115, 0097855142139, 0097855142153, 0097855152602, 0097855152619, 0672773723914
UPC Numbers: 097855133564, 097855141026, 097855141040, 097855141057, 097855141064, 097855142115, 097855142139, 097855142153, 097855152602, 097855152619, 672773723914
Model Numbers: 984-001348, 984-001350, 984-001351, 984-001352, 984-001634, 984-001635
Physical Features
Dimensions
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Weight

35 lbs
 

1.8 lbs
 
Water Resistance

Speakers range from not being able to handle even a drop of water to being able to be fully submerged in water for several minutes. Do you plan to take your speaker outside? To the beach? To the pool? In the shower? Then you definitely need to verify the level of water resistance before purchasing. You can tell the water resistance by the IP rating—the higher the rating, the more resistant the speaker is to the elements. For reference, the first digit refers to dust protection and the second digit refers to water protection. It reads as: IP68. Anything higher than IP66 will be dust- and splash-proof, meaning it can handle some contact with water, but cannot be fully submerged or soaked.

Water Resistant IPX rating if applicable
No
IP67 - Dustproof and can withstand being submerged in 1m
Dustproof Dust is a difficult element to combat, since it accumulates naturally and you have very little control over its ability to clog up your speaker. Dust and electronics just don’t get along very well. A ... Show more
No
Yes
Rugged Design Bluetooth speakers can be durable, rugged, shockproof, dustproof, armored, splash-proof, water resistant and waterproof - all of which can be overwhelming and confusing. In order for a speaker to be c ... Show more
Yes
Yes
Battery

Battery life for Bluetooth speakers is measured in milliampere hours (mAh). Manufacturers will report the battery life of a speaker in the average number of hours it takes to empty from a full charge. Keep in mind this number is based on medium levels of usage. If you play the speaker on full volume, it will drain the battery faster. Some specialty features like using the speaker to charge your phone or casting an LED light show will also drain the battery faster. The manufacturer reported number is just an estimate, and may be slightly different based on your usage.

It’s also important to consider is the type of battery. Rechargeable lithium-ion (LI-ion) batters are ideal, but some speakers only take standard or rechargeable AA/AAA/C/D batteries. You may even find Bluetooth speakers that recharge via solar power—great for outdoor use!

Battery Life
18 hours
15 hours
Charging Time How long it takes to charge the battery
5 hours
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battery_charging_full Power Bank This refers to the speaker’s ability to act as a charging station for your device. In addition to input power (which charges the speaker), some speakers also come with output power, meaning it can cha ... Show more
No
No
Sound Quality
speaker_group Sound System A speaker’s sound system is described as either mono or stereo. Mono speakers play audio from a single channel, giving the impression that the sound is coming from one direction. Stereo uses two or mo ... Show more
Stereo
Stereo
speaker_group Number of Drivers To understand the inner-workings of a Bluetooth speaker, look first at the number and type of drivers. Drivers are the cones or horn-shaped objects inside the speaker box. The number of drivers tells ... Show more
5
2
wifi_tethering Subwoofer Having a separate speaker driver dedicated to the lower frequency tones gives your speaker a more robust, rounded out sound. It allows the other drivers to focus on the sounds that they’re best equipp ... Show more
Yes
No
Speaker Breakdown Use the speaker breakdown to better understand sound quality based on the makeup of the speaker. Manufacturers will often report additional details on the speaker drivers, such as the shape (cone or d ... Show more
Transducer: 2 x 6.5" Woofer, 3 x 2.25" tweeter
Two 2-inch drivers and two 4-inch passive radiators
graphic_eq Frequency Range Measured in Hertz (Hz), frequency response range describes how high and low a speaker can play. The larger the range, the better the speaker will be at reproducing the audio being played. As a frame o ... Show more
45Hz-20kHz
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wifi_tethering Connectivity
Bluetooth Range If you can find it, you should always check the Bluetooth range of your speaker. You won’t realize it isn’t long enough until it stops working for you! Bluetooth range is important for a couple of rea ... Show more
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150 ft
Hands-Free Function If you plan on using your speaker to make and take calls, it needs to come equipped with a built-in microphone and speakerphone. To make a call, you can use voice-activated dialing or key in the numbe ... Show more
Yes
No
device_hub Connects to Multiple Devices In most cases, your Bluetooth speaker will connect to one device at a time and your device will connect to one Bluetooth speaker at a time. Some speakers come equipped with a feature that allows you t ... Show more
No
Yes
settings_input_composite Aux Cable Port While Bluetooth is a quick and easy way to connect your device to a speaker, at times you may want to use a hardwired connection instead. You would do this through a 3.5mm headphone or auxiliary jack. ... Show more
Yes
Yes
phonelink_ring Remote / App Control Apart from the controls on the speaker itself, some Bluetooth speakers may come with a remote to turn the speaker on or off, activate Bluetooth scanning, turn volume up or down, or respond to calls. I ... Show more
No
Yes
BOOM & MEGABOOM App
speaker_group Connects to Other Speakers Generally speaking, Bluetooth speakers aren’t usually meant to connect to other Bluetooth speakers unless they come equipped with a hub or transmitter. In those situations, your device connects to the ... Show more
Yes
Yes
nfc NFC Near Field Communication (NFC) is a new technology that allows you to connect devices by simple tapping them together. To use it, your device (phone, tablet, computer, etc.) and your speaker must have ... Show more
No
No
AirPlay AirPlay is a feature for Apple products that offers another way to connect your devices to Bluetooth speakers. The speaker must come equipped with AirPlay in order for you to connect your Apple device ... Show more
No
No
radio FM Radio
No
No
Additional Features
Additional Features Any other features that make this device unique
Mic and guitar inputs
4 different presets and a customized tuner
Accessories Chargers, cables, cases that come with the device
1 x AC Power Cord (AC Plug varies by Region) 1 x 12V DC cable
Micro USB
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JBL PartyBox 300 is a popular option at the top of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling bluetooth speakers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Naim Mu-So Qb or Sony SRS-RA5000 .

JBL PartyBox 300 is $875 more expensive than the average bluetooth speaker ($124.99).

UE Boom 3 is a very popular option in the middle of the bluetooth speakers price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling bluetooth speakers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Klipsch Groove or Vanzon X5 Pro .

UE Boom 3 was released in 2018. There are a lot of newer bluetooth speakers on the market. Show newer Bluetooth Speakers

UE Boom 3 is $15 less expensive than an average bluetooth speaker ($124.99).

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