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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

  • Range

    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

    Fun poolside speakers

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

    Great speaker. Bought two. I love that they can pair and play stereo. Good sound. Lights are fun.

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

    Small but packs a punch.

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

    This is capable of waking up all my neighbors. I love it. Very high quality sound.

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

    Great

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

    This has good base and loud. Good party box I like it

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

    Perfect for parties!!

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

    Use this for my wedding reception and it was great! This thing gets really loud!! I’m happy I made the purchase.

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

    Recommend

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

    This was a Christmas gift for my guy. He setup immediately and tested the sound quality. It sounds great. We used it for our New Year's party, and everyone commented on the sound quality.

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

    Love it

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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 absolutely amazing! The sound is incredible

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

    Good sound

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

    Really good speaker for as light as it is. Needs longer battery life

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability, Volume
    Best Buy Employee

    Good quailty sound

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

    Very loud and efficient, loved how the speaker can be taken anywhere and still fill a whole room.

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

    Powerful 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 it! Powerful sound and very easy to use. I would recommend this to friends

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

    Great speaker for live music and travel

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve had plenty of Bluetooth speakers throughout the years. This one is by far the best in quality, price, versatility

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

    Great travel speaker

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

    Good small compact speaker incredible portable without sacrificing battery or sound quality

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

    Good speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very good Speaker for price loud sound and bass long lasting battery life

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

    Jbl speaker

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

    Is super loud for small speaker I would recommend to everyone like loud and cleaner voices

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

    Can’t beat it

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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 & easy to bring anywhere. I bough this item specially for outdoor activities

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

    5 stars

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

    Sounds amazing. Clear sound and deep bass makes the whole room shake

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

    Speakers

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

    The best speaker I have sounds great The base sounds great.

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

    Encore party box

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

    Works great. Compact with a punch and when i want more sound Connect nicely with my partybox 310

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

    10/10 speaker (so far)

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

    Absolutely love it! Great sound quality and a ton of bass!

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

    Great speaker

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

    Its a good speaker! I love how it lights up and it has good sound quality. Loud too!

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

    Great speaker

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

    Great sound when plugged in. Charges fast. Connects well with others

    I would recommend this to a friend
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