These Bluetooth boxes are worthwhile in the summer of 2023
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Summer is here and for many, the right music is simply part of it, even in the open air. Because it simply sounds much better from a loudspeaker than just playing it from a mobile phone, Stiftung Warentest took a closer look at a total of 17 Bluetooth boxes – the You can find a detailed test here.
At the end of the day, the overall verdict is as follows: Larger speakers in particular, “that weigh at least three kilos”, ensure really good sound. These include, for example, the JBL Boombox 3 with a proud 6.9 kilograms and the JBL Partybox 110, which even weighs 11.1 kilograms.
But there are also smaller and cheaper versions that could score – we have summarized the most important information.
By the way: If you are considering buying a used Bluetooth box, you can find our comparison of twelve popular speakers from the last few years here. We not only discuss models like the UE Boom 3, the Marshall Stockwell II or the Anker Soundcore Boost Box, but also explain what you should look out for when buying a Bluetooth box.
The winner’s podium in the overall rating is occupied by the 7.4-kilo Marshall Woburn III. It scores well in terms of sound, handling and power consumption and is awarded the top grade of 1.4 (very good).
However, there is one big drawback for outdoor fans: The Woburn III does not have a built-in battery, it is operated by cable. The largest Marshall box in the test costs around 550 euros online*its little siblings Stanmore III and Acton III – both also with cable – are a bit cheaper (around 320* and 250 euro*) and also did well in the test with 1.6 and 1.7.
Test winner of the Stiftung Warentest is Marshall’s Woburn III. The disadvantage of the thing: The box is relatively heavy and cable-operated. (Photo: Marshall)
In the wireless models, the first places in the ranking go to the JBL Boombox 3 and the JBL Partybox 110.
The JBL Boombox 3, which costs around 480 euros, performs very well in terms of sound and battery, but according to the Stiftung Warentest it is only enough for a “satisfactory” in terms of handling. If you really want to turn it up, you’ve come to the right place: the box reaches a maximum volume of 95.6 decibels, making it one of the loudest in the entire test.
For everyone who likes to crank it up: the JBL Boombox 3. (Photo: JBL)
The JBL Partybox 110 was rated “good” in all categories by the Warentest editors and, at around 330 euros, is a lot cheaper than the Boombox 3. When it comes to volume, it still manages up to 93.5 decibels.
Stiftung Warentest recommends the LG Xboom Go DXG7Q for those who prefer it small and light and accept a few losses in sound. The editors rate it as good overall (2.5), weighs only 1.1 kilos and is at 140 euros, significantly cheaper than the test winners*.
If the Bluetooth box should also function as a radio, the Nubert Nugo One is ideal. It scores satisfactorily in the overall rating (2.6), deductions are mainly for the sound. The 1.6 kilo box costs around 285 euros*.
Incidentally, in the 17-page test report, the Warentest editors not only deal with Bluetooth boxes, but also with WLAN speakers and in-ear headphones with noise cancellation.
