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JBL - Refurbished Excellent - Boombox3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - 2022 - Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(110 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 110 reviews
5 Stars
85
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
4
1 Star
3
100%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for JBL - Refurbished Excellent - Boombox3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - 2022 - Black
Customer Rating
5
Best Speaker on the Market!!
on April 3, 2026
Posted by: Ethan8
Bought this speaker about 3 years ago and it has been through soooo much and has endured through it all like I just bought it yesterday. Best sound quality and bass! Feels like I am at a concert everytime I play my music 🎶 ❤️
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Customer Rating
5
Amazing speaker!
on October 14, 2022
Posted by: Todd89
from Becket, Massachusetts
I got the boombox 3 just over a week ago and all I can say is WOW! This speaker is amazing for its size, it is alittle bit and heavy but nobody should be complaining considering the sound it puts out. Its literally a portable concert! I own the Boombox 2 also which is still a great speaker. But in my opinion the 3 is better. The bass is very deep and the mids and highs a crystal clear. It gets very loud with no distortion. I also own a partybox 200 and the boombox 3 sounds better with more bass. If you decide to purchase a boombox 3 you will not be disappointed! Remeber, you only live once. Just go for it!
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Customer Rating
2
Battery light needs improvement
on August 16, 2023
Posted by: Tess0419
I've been using my new Boombox 3 for 4 months now. It sounds great! The battery only lasts 6 hours on max volume. It last about 12 hours on 3/4 volume and 18 hours on half volume.
Here's three massive improvements that are required, in my opinion.
1. Make the bottom flat all the way from end to end and widen the bottom so that it is more stable. It rolls around all the time. If you even slightly bump it, it becomes a rolling pin.
2. Put the LED battery/charging light on top of the unit by the on/off button and volume buttons. Why did you think it was a good idea to put it on the bottom of the speaker where you can't see it?
3. Make the LED battery/charging light a digital readout. Level 0 through 10. You have a limited idea of how much battery life is left until the light bar turns red. At that point you're down to 15 minutes to an hour left of play time depending on the volume you're at. That's also providing you pick it up and check the light periodically.
By Customer Support, August 17, 2023
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback on our JBL Boombox 3. We appreciate your feedback, and we value your input on our product. We are dedicated to consistently improving our product and providing an exceptional user experience. We'll make sure to share your feedback with the appropriate team.
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Customer Rating
4
Lots of great qualities and only a few drawbacks
on September 3, 2022
Posted by: Meghan
from Dallas TX
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall totally love this speaker and I look forward to using it in large groups or at the beach in the future. While I knew this speaker was large it is definitely heavier than I anticipated. The large handle on the top is nice for easy carrying but as a petite female I definitely feel like I’m lugging something around. The sound quality is so clear and the base is good; it does not disappoint! It’s the high quality sound you know and love and expect from JBL. To me, a small draw back is that there is no sound coming from the back of the speaker. Since it is so large it would be great if there was sound coming from all sides so it could be the center of large gatherings. But I also acknowledge that it’s common with large speakers to only have sound coming from one side. On that note, the partyboost feature where you can daisy chain is a great option to connect to other speakers. I did try it out and connect the Boombox3 to my JBL Xtreame3 and loved that I could put each speaker in a different room. However, it did seem like the quality of sound was slightly decreased when using this feature so there is some give and take there. I also love that you can use it to charge other devices like your phone and the battery life is amazing on this speaker!! In conclusion, love the speaker, sound quality, and battery life. But be warned it is a little heavy and you may lose a little sound quality when using partyboost.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Wow! This thing is Massive and Packs a Punch
on September 7, 2022
Posted by: JCin920
from Green Bay, WI
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My initial thoughts when I first received this item is that I didn't expect it to be so large and heavy. When I turned it on, connected and started playing some music in the house, I was blown away. The sound is crisp, clear and I fell immediately in love with it.
Is it large? yes.
Do you need any other speaker? no
Will it attract attention to your entire neighborhood? yes
Do you need any other speaker? no
Will it attract attention to your entire neighborhood? yes
The sound is amazing. JBL really did a nice job on putting this together and I am completely satisfied. Connecting was quick and painless and even at the lowest setting, you will be able to hear it pretty well.
We tested this thing at multiple bonfires and we got nothing but compliments. Jumping the sound up after dark will definitely attract the neighbors attention, so be aware. I live in a small neighborhood, with neighbors who are rarely home, so it wasn't much of a concern to me. I like the fact that this is waterproof and can charge your phone.
It does not run out of juice. The battery life is listed as 24 hours and for me at least, each party we have had, it has not died on us. As a matter of fact, it wasnt even near 1/2 when I recharge it. That in itself is a reason to purchase. Its loud and its perfect for parties.
Few items you should consider. My bonfire pit is about 2 acres away from our home, so its not great to lug this thing around. I will most likely opt for my JBL Charge or Flip as this boombox at its highest level, will draw out conversations. We set it farther away. Our plan with this, is to use it when closer to our home and a patio type setting. This is not a complaint, but its to inform you that you should use it for what you are comfortable with.
I have not had one issue with this item and is a great addition to our home. I look at it every day as it sits near my office and I just think to myself, WOW. What an awesome piece of equipment.
I've added a few photo's to compare its size.
Thank you JBL for delivering yet another amazing product!
JC
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Packs a Punch
on September 26, 2022
Posted by: JCin920
This will get everyones attention, neighbors beware. It is loud and is the best sounding product I have seen that you are able to carry around. Bass, Mids, Highs are all crisp and clear. I do have a large 2 acre lot, if I am up late at night, I will turn it down slightly. Easy to connect, super long range, i can walk all the way back to my house, and it's still connected for great range. Long play time, the 24 hours is accurate. My only knock is that it may be a little large and heavy for your liking, but if you can get past that, you will not need anything else.
Amazing product as always JBL. Thanks for bringing us this.
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Customer Rating
5
Wow! Amazing sound and long battery life!
on August 28, 2022
Posted by: efasted
from Annapolis, MD
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have several JBL Charge Speakers which pack an awesome sound among other great features. The JBL Boombox 3 is another level. Right off the bat, I’ll say it’s a five-star product hands-down. Here’s why:
I have been putting this thing to the test and have been pretty amazed with the sound, durability, and battery life. It is relatively big and a bit heavy. However, it reminds me of the old days when carrying a boombox over your shoulder was a routine thing. This is certainly better than that experience and packs a sound that literally blows me away. It is very easy to setup and the Bluetooth stays connected with great range.
Here’s more detail on why I give it five stars and would give it more if I could:
Sound. Amazing! I first started using it inside the house. I felt like a teenager again. Imagine a grown man, running around and chasing the kids with it, blasting my choice of 80’s music. Yes, I did that! The sound is incredible and will shake the house if you crank it up. Otherwise, playing it at a low-level volume is great too with rich sound delivered by its three-way speaker system made up of a powerful subwoofer and two tweeters.
Then something else happened. I took it outside. Let me tell you, this thing rocked the neighborhood. It was throwing sound all over the place and sounded like I had speakers mounted everywhere. Oddly enough it felt like it performed even better outside. We linked it up with our other JBL’s via “Party Boost” and had sound in and out of the house. It is perfect for parties or just playing music for day to day living. No need to run any wires or mount speakers anywhere for immersive sound throughout the home!
Durability. Rugged! Like other JBL products, the Boombox 3 is solid. Although it is somewhat heavy, the handle feels very strong and it’s easy to move around. The charging port is a solid two-prong AC plug and the protective covering is thick with a good seal. Take it to the beach, get it wet, whatever, this thing feels like it is made to last.
Battery life. Long! I did not run it straight until it died. However, I ran it pretty hard, charged my phone, and it lasted several days. The specs call for 24 hours of run-time depending on volume and usage and I have to say that is accurate.
To buy or not to buy? Yes, I highly recommend the JBL Boombox 3. The Boombox 3 is amazing on many levels. Sure, it doesn’t have the same vintage look and feel as the old school boombox. However, it is very sleek and much easier to throw over the shoulder. Realistically, I’m not planning on doing that very often but at least I know I can! I will however move it around a lot which will not be a problem.
The Boombox 3 really is multipurpose sound system. It’s more than just a portable speaker as it comes packed with features beyond insane sound and battery life including Party Boost, a charging bank, and the JBL Portable App integration that allows you to adjust the EQ, update the firmware, and easily link other devices through Party Boost.
If you want a serious portable speaker that performs like a home theatre, you should definitely consider the JBL Boombox 3!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
This thing ROCKS!
on August 31, 2022
Posted by: prjio307
from Atlanta, GA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is far and away the best indoor/outdoor travel speaker that I have ever used. We used it for an outdoor birthday party and it easily filled our large yard with rich, clear sound across several genres. The bass response is also excellent with its dedicated subwoofer.
The build quality is also excellent. The kids accidentally sprayed the speaker a bit with the hose and it brushed it off no problem and kept on chugging. It feels awesome and the handle feels substantial and tough. The fabric exterior also feels very tough and high quality.
The sound is excellent in my opinion. It gets plenty loud (we never felt the need to crank it above 60%) and retains its clarity with no noticeable distortion. Lows are punchy and not at all muddy. Mids are clear and wide. Highs are also very nice, cymbals and electric guitar squeals come through nicely without too much harshness or brightness.
I’m super pleased with this speaker and look forward to making it our go-to party and outdoor activity speaker.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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