JBL | Sony | |
|---|---|---|
| Models in the catalog | 184 | 86 |
| Models of the last 3 years | 100 | 39 |
| Years in the catalog | 2020–2026 | 2020–2026 |
| Median score | 7.2 | 6.4 |
| Median score, last 3 years | 7.8 | 6.4 |
| Best rated model | BAR 1000MK2 · 9.7 | SRS-XB43 · 9.3 |
By year
Models by release year
JBLSony
Median score by year
Models of the last 3 years
Typical specs and features
| Spec | JBL | Sony |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life median | 12 h | 25 h |
| Output power median | 150 W | 350 W |
| Bluetooth version median | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Water resistance (IPx) median | IPx4 | IPx4 |
| Weight median | 232 g | 320 g |
| Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC) share of models | 24% | 45% |
| Active noise cancelling share of models | 70% | 62% |
| Battery powered (portable) share of models | 52% | 57% |
| Multipoint (two devices) share of models | 100% | 100% |
| Dolby Atmos share of models | 100% | 100% |
| Wi-Fi share of models | 100% | 100% |
| Transparency / ambient mode share of models | 100% | 100% |
| Spatial / 3D audio share of models | 100% | 100% |











