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

Model:
JBLPBENCOREESSAM
SKU:
6511782
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Customer reviews

Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 748 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

    Nice !

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

    We bought 2 . One for another family member . Brought to soccer practices . Great product

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

    Speaker

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

    Very good product for a reliable price in the market, would recommend!!

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

    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 speaker, very powerful, great for camping on the go or backyard fun.

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

    Vice nice sound

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

    Lots of sounds for such a smaller set up. I use d this in a conference hall.

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

    Outstanding!

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

    Great sound for a small light weight portable speaker. You can't go wrong with JBL.

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

    Big Party

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This thing has great sound and can fill my entire patio.

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

    Great!

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

    Very loud. The quality on this speaker is amazing. Would definitely recommend.

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

    AWESOME!!

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

    Awesome unit!!! Deep BASS & Long Battery Life! Definitely would buy again.

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

    JBL Speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    [Employee of bestbuy] I love my new speaker sounds really good and the base quality great

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

    Great volume and bass for size.

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

    Good volume. Nice punchy bass. Good for party but not hifi music listening.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Small box, Big Sound

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

    Awesome little speaker. I love the option to have the lights sync to the music. It’s perfect for the beach!

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

    Best box

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

    Great product. Used best buy instead of JBL direct. Glad I did

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Awesome Fun 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 speaker because my old one was no longer working. This speaker exceeded my expectations! It’s fun and you can download an interactive App. I would definitely recommend!

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

    The Best products

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

    Best Buy products are the best!!! I buy everything at Best Buy, customer service excellent. Also the pro are right, for quality products can’t beat that.!! This Bom Box is the best sound ever.

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

    HURRY UP AND BUY!!!

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

    Use this in my semi truck for extra kick instead of the boring radio speakers…Great speaker ! Great Price !! Can’t go wrong with JBL at all. Happy customer

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

    Very nice

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

    I like the shape and the sound of this speaker but unfortunately i got a defective product so wasnt able.to see what the hype was about... maybe in the future i will end up buying one

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

    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.

    The sound is great, clarity & I purchased it at a good price.

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

    Great

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

    Great speaker, we have enjoyed it the most in our backyard. To listen to music while grilling to connecting to our projector and have a movie night.

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

    Great

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

    Very loud and base is good. Highly recommend for parties

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

    Sounds great

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

    The best on the best, wonderful sound and beautiful box

    I would recommend this to a friend
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