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JBL - Partybox Encore Essential Portable Wireless Party Speaker - 2022 - Black

Model:
JBLPBENCOREESSAM
SKU:
6511782
Highly rated by customers for:
Clearance
$296.99
Save $33
Comp. Value: $329.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 738 reviews

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  • Sound Quality

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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96%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are pleased with the Partybox Encore Essential's great sound quality and insane bass. Many appreciate its portability, convenient size, and super cool lights. However, some customers feel that the battery life could be improved.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    JBL Greatness

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

    By far best portable Bluetooth speaker. Great sound, Jbl does not disappoint. Plus the extended battery life of 10 hours is awesome compared to the the basic essential model that only has a 6 hour battery life.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    JBL Partybox

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

    JBL wireless speaker Partybox is AWESOME just add a microphone (not included) and it's now a karaoke machine (download the app). It's easy to setup - great sound - cool lights. It's a must have for indoors and out by the pool.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Amazing product

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

    This thing is outstanding. We use it on an indoor soccer field and it totally fills the room. Rich sound and deep bass. For a portable speaker, this is all you need.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Perfect for party’s

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

    This speaker is definitely great for party’s. It never disappoints the sound quality is amazing and the lights give it an extra touch. If you want a good speaker for get togethers or party’s this one is amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability, Sound quality

    House and Yard music

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

    This Box has an amazing amount of sound coming from it. Super portable, we can take it on the boat to the lake, in the jeep out wheelin, or just around the house while doing yard work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Jbl

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great speaker. Good bass and can get very loud. Wireless options

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability, Sound quality

    JBL portable speaker

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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.

    Very good sound quality really like the carrying handle

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Booming System!

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

    Overall great! Portable with great sound… only knock is battery life is not the best. But still would buy again

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    My Jbl

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

    Great sound!! Powerful bass and clean sound I love the quality sound of this speaker

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    JBL PartyBox Encore Essential

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

    The Best JBL Partybox Encore Essential, I am amaze with this Portable and it's giving the perfect Bass and sounds that I really want. Definitely wanted to buy another one and will recommend this portable speaker

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Sound quality

    Amazing sound quality

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

    We bought this speaker for my daughter she loved the size, design and the sound quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • JBL SPEAKER

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

    Great sound but yet small and light enough to take anywhere. Can always connect the microphones for a little karaoke

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Great for a car with no sound system!

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

    Excellent for a vehicle without a sound system! I bought this to put in an older car that has outdated speakers and radio equipment. This lets me play directly from my phone and I couldnt be happier. Only complaint is it could be a little louder. But the bass is awesome!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass

    Great Purchase

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

    Excellent bass sound excellent Battery life great purchase

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • JBL review

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent bass, if you love bass this speaker definitely delivers, the only drawback is that it’s battery life is not that good so taking it’s charger cable is a must if you wan to be using it outdoors for long periods of time. Also their pairing option to create a stereo pair is awesome!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Sound quality

    Big sound little box.

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

    I needed some sounds for my boat, but didnt want to drill into it. I ended up purchasing this after watching so many YouTube video's. I dont regret it. Its small but packs a big sound. Great for outdoor use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Great Quality!

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

    Sounds Excellent! The Quality and Sound are Great! Wish It Could Have a Little Bit More Hours for a Full Charge but Its More Than Enough!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Great outdoor speaker

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

    I bought this to pair up with my movie projector for summer movie nights. In an enclosed room, the bass rocks but outdoor, not so much. Still, the sound is clear and enjoyable outside.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Did not disappoint! Exceeded expectations!

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

    Purchased this speaker for a cookout. Best decision ever!!! Love the light feature and the audio was awesome. Highly recommend! Great price for such a powerful speaker. Great for home entertainment!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Highly Recommend it!

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

    I am really enjoying my new speaker. I love it! The sound is perfect for what i need

    I would recommend this to a friend
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