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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 730 reviews

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    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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96%would recommend to a friend
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Phenomenal Sound — House-Shaking Bass!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I picked this up on a whim because I left my usual speaker at home and needed one for an event. Let me just say—this thing delivered. The bass hits hard enough to shake the walls, and the highs are crystal clear. It easily filled the space and made the entire event feel alive. If I had the extra cash, I’d go for the bigger version in a heartbeat—but this one still holds its own like a champ. What I really appreciate is its versatility. It’s compact enough to place on a desk or tuck into a corner without drawing too much attention, but don’t let the size fool you—it packs serious power. It looks sleek and low-profile, yet it sounds like something twice its size. Battery life is another huge win. I was surprised at how long it stayed charged. Even after hours of continuous use, it was still going strong. Whether you’re using it indoors or taking it outside for a gathering, this speaker doesn’t quit. The light show is just the cherry on top. It adds a fun, vibrant vibe and syncs beautifully with the music. It totally elevated the party atmosphere. Plus, the Bluetooth connection is lightning fast and super reliable—I was connected and playing music in seconds. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a powerful, portable, and reliable sound system with a little extra flair!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Honestly I loved this purchase I gifted this to my dad for Father’s Day and we have been using this since we got it the battery life is awesome and aswell as the audio sound it feels incredible I will 100 percent recommend getting it and as well I love how it’s not heavy at all and love how you can carry it anywhere

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AMAZING SPEAKER

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was my first JBL speaker & I have fallen in LOVE with it ! I recommend this speaker for everyone & trust me, you won’t regret it. It punches sooooo much bass for such a compact speaker. It’s amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Jbl Encore

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s is great, sound amazing for the size and price, only issue is about the battery, jbl should but a better one. BestBuy is the best place to buy electronics ever. Thank you so much for all.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Small cube packs a big PUNCH!!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    There is nothing to dislike about this small cube. The amount of sound and bass it produces will have you shocked! It will fill any room full of sound. Cant forget the bright led dancing circle. This cube will definetly give you a new listening experience.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    JBL Bluetooth speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This speaker is dope, the sounds are clear and the bass is the best I love how small it is with all that power coming from such a small speaker. I definitely recommend getting a speaker like this for a little gathering. It will do the job.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Jbl encore

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This little speaker, this amazing one, sounds amazing, and for its price it is worth it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not bad but def not great

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sounding speaker if you love bass and dont care that at max volume you will get roughly 2 hrs of play before you have to recharge it. Id skip this and get something like the tribit stormbox blast.. almost as good a bass but much better mids highs and better battery life

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from JBL Support
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      We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the fit of our JBL Partybox Encore Essential didn't meet your expectations. We're always looking for ways to improve and we'll make sure to share your feedback with the appropriate team. JBL

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This thing can pack some real punch! I love my speaker and use it on a daily basis.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My speaker that puts out alot!!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sounds great? Clear sound and good hard bass love the app that goes with it also.i highly recomend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    JBL PARTYBOX

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s really nice speaker sound has a lot bass i love it i recommend %100 to buy you will enjoy trust me

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Sound!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my speaker. The base is awesome. No static or anything. I love the light show feature. I’m really satisfied with my purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    JBL Party Box

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    JBL does it again. Every party or event has been 10 times greater since I purchased the JBL PARTY BOX. Like McDonald's, I'm Loving It.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    JBL essential

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome little speaker the sound quality is amazing very crisp and the bass gonna rocking you. Nothing like the JBL And if you have any other jbl partybox you can pair together and make a awesome party

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    i really recommend this speaker, sounds excellent.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good sounds

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We loved it Best sounds for party and music I would buy again

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely incredible speaker with a range of bass that helps tremendously for gatherings!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Powerful

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent for use in the shop powerful for such a small speaker awesome bass

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Its everything

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This speaker is really good. Its deep base is imersive. I play a range pf dofferent songs from r&b to hip hop and rap. I think i want to but a second speaker. This party speaker does not disappoint. I use mine for my room but rhis wont be my last JBL party speaker.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great speacker for indoor areas, giod sound and fun lights

    I would recommend this to a friend
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