Jbl Boombox 3 Vs. Denon Home 150 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Boombox 3 IP67

Denon Home 150 ✗

IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an electrical enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represent a number The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquid.

Scoring IP67, the JBL Boombox 3's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and the second number of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes.

Volume

JBL Boombox 3 24,728cm³

Denon Home 150 2,692.8cm³

Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space taken up by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies. JBL Boombox 3 takes up 24,728cm³, it is a good thing to know the space that the speaker occupies just so as to ensure that it will fit with ease into the available space next to your other gadgets.

Denon Home 150's volume is 2,692.8cm³ meaning it occupies lesser space than the JBL Boombox 3 with a difference cm³

Weight

JBL Boombox 3 6,700g

Denon Home 150 1,700g

We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.

The Denon Home 150, at 1,700g weigh less than the JBL Boombox 3 with a difference g. Commonly a genuine quality system is a little bit heavier than average quality products though If you want to change the position of the soundbar often, then you should try to purchase a lighter soundbar.

Height

JBL Boombox 3 257mm

Denon Home 150 187mm

The height represents the vertical dimension of a device, JBL Boombox 3 has a height of 257mm.

The Denon Home 150, at 187mm is shorter than the JBL Boombox 3 by -70mm

Width

JBL Boombox 3 482mm

Denon Home 150 120mm

This represents the horizontal dimension of a device, JBL Boombox 3 has a width of 482mm.

Denon Home 150, at 120mm is smaller in width than the JBL Boombox 3 with a difference -362mm

Thickness

JBL Boombox 3 200mm

Denon Home 150 120mm

The thickness (or depth) of JBL Boombox 3 is 200mm, to know the thickness of the speaker you divide its volume(space occupied) by the surface area( length by width)

Denon Home 150 has a thickness of 120mm, hence less thicker than the JBL Boombox 3 by -80mm

Is Dust Proof And Water Resistant

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✗

The JBL Boombox 3 is dustproof and water-resistant. A water-resistant device can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, if it is to be submerged in the water this is usually set to a given depth and for a specific time period.

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Has A Subwoofer

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

A subwoofer is a speaker that delivers lower frequencies in the range of 20 -200Hz, the low frequencies are produced by instruments such as pipe organs, bass guitars, even the kick drums, and any explosive sound effects say in a movie. Devices that have a subwoofer inbuilt give a richer bass sound when listening to bass-heavy music like hip hop.

Both the Denon Home 150 and JBL Boombox 3 have a subwoofer

Size Of Subwoofer

JBL Boombox 3 189 x 114mm

Denon Home 150 89mm

Bigger subwoofers are capable of producing deeper bass sounds. JBL Boombox 3 has a 189 x 114 mm subwoofer

Denon Home 150 has a 89 mm subwoofer

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✗

JBL Boombox 3 has stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Boombox 3's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Boombox 3 ✗

Denon Home 150 25mm

The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the headphone. Denon Home 150 driver unit is 25mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.

Drivers Count

JBL Boombox 3 5only

Denon Home 150 2only

A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. Drivers come in different sizes and modes, but generally, you'll find three types: tweeter driver, which handles the high-frequency treble range (above 2,000 Hz), and midrange driver: which handles the midrange frequencies (200 Hz to 2,000 Hz). Woofer driver: handles the low-frequency bass range (below 200 Hz).

Based on the frequencies they handle more drivers may result in better sound quality, JBL Boombox 3 has 5 only.

Denon Home 150 has 2 only

Has A Passive Radiator

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✗

A passive radiator is a type of driver in speakers that can get extra power and resonance from a speaker system, usually used in smaller speaker systems. This radiator is called passive because it is not powered by electricity but by air pressure found in speaker cones.

The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep, resonant tones that would normally be produced by speakers in large boxes powered by AC.

Snr - Signal To Noise Ratio

JBL Boombox 3 80dB

Denon Home 150 ✗

The signal-to-noise ratio is a measure that compares the meaningful sound a speaker produces to the level of noise produced by internal components of that speaker, the higher the number the less perceived noise. JBL Boombox 3 has an audio signal level of 80 dB higher than the level of noise.

Audio Output Power

JBL Boombox 3 180W

Denon Home 150 ✗

The audio output power of a device is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts JBL Boombox 3 has 180W, this is the amount of power the speakers can be loaded with "comfortably".

A higher audio output power results in louder, clearer sounds though this is not the sole factor determining the device's loudness. To get a better understanding of how loud any speaker can get, there are other features to factor in such as sensitivity, sound pressure, etc.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Boombox 3 40Hz

Denon Home 150 ✗

Low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component reproduces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. JBL Boombox 3's lowest frequency is at 40Hz, the lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

Highest Frequency

JBL Boombox 3 20,000Hz

Denon Home 150 ✗

High frequency response measures if and how well an audio device reproduces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on the way through. JBL Boombox 3's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, the higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

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Battery Life

JBL Boombox 3 24hours

Denon Home 150 ✗

Your speaker's battery life will reduce over time while in use, the battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. JBL Boombox 3's battery life is 24 hours

Charge Time

JBL Boombox 3 6.5hours

Denon Home 150 ✗

It takes 6.5 hours to fully charge the JBL Boombox 3's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using it for the first time or when they have been unused for extended periods.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

JBL Boombox 3 has a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your speaker.

Denon Home 150 too has a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your speaker, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Operating Power Consumption

JBL Boombox 3 ✗

Denon Home 150 20W

The amount of power a speaker uses depends on the loudness of the audio being played, its sensitivity, and the amplifier's volume. Operating power consumption is how much power the device consumes when it's in use. Denon Home 150's operating power consumption is 20W

Standby Mode Power Consumption

JBL Boombox 3 ✗

Denon Home 150 0.3W

Also known as a device's energy-saving mode, the power consumption in standby mode measures the amount of power the device consumes when shut down but still plugged in. Denon Home 150 has a standby mode power consumption of 0.3W

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Multipoint Count

JBL Boombox 3 2only

Denon Home 150 ✗

JBL Boombox 3 support multipoint, which allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Can Be Used Wirelessly

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

JBL Boombox 3 can be used wirelessly, wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.

The Denon Home 150 also can be used wirelessly

Has A Detachable Cable

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

Detachable cables are cables that have connectors on both ends. One end goes into your headphone earpieces, while the other end is inserted into a source device. Some new headphones, and not just the expensive ones, are coming with detachable cables, JBL Boombox 3 is one of those.

With a detachable cable, Denon Home 150 too can use alternative cables and if the cable is pulled, it will pop out instead of breaking.

Has An Aux Input

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack

Has A Socket For A 3.5 Mm Audio Jack

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✗

Being an industry-standard audio plug, a standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards. This means that it is commonly used in stereo headphones to your phone or connecting your phone to an external amplifier, sound bars, your car radio, etc. JBL Boombox 3 has this connector giving it a wider range of connectivity with most of the sound devices out there. All plugs have at least a tip and sleeve with the number of rings that stand as a differentiating factor.

Has Bluetooth

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to easily transfer data between different devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers.

Both the Denon Home 150 and the JBL Boombox 3 have Bluetooth

Bluetooth Version

JBL Boombox 3 v5.3

Denon Home 150 ✗

Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Boombox 3 has a v5.3

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Boombox 3 10meters

Denon Home 150 10meters

Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology standard that is used for exchanging data between fixed and mobile devices over short distances. The JBL Boombox 3 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.

The Denon Home 150 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth

Supports Wi-Fi

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that allows devices such as computers, and mobile devices .i.e smartphones and wearables to connect and interact with other devices on the internet, the JBL Boombox 3 can connect to Wi-Fi.

Denon Home 150 too can connect to a Wi-Fi network.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✗

JBL Boombox 3 supports USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power on a single cable. The USB-C plug is now part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets, it features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.

Usb Ports

JBL Boombox 3 1only

Denon Home 150 1only

With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices, like those you save your music on, JBL Boombox 3 has 1 only

Denon Home 150 has 1 USB ports

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Has A Mobile App

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

You can use your smartphone as a remote control for the device through a dedicated app. Through this, you can alter settings, unlock features, and get timely updates so you can always listen to your music the best way you see fit.

Has Voice Commands

JBL Boombox 3 ✗

Denon Home 150 ✓

You can use your voice to control key functions of the Denon Home 150 and you can easily access it without pushing any button but just giving it voice commands.

Has A Radio

JBL Boombox 3 ✗

Denon Home 150 ✓

A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.

Has Voice Prompts

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

With voice prompts, the device notifies you via audio messages, say its battery is running low it will notify you that it's time to recharge the device.

Has Airplay

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

AirPlay allows wireless connection of Apple devices with external screens or speakers.

Has A Remote Control

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

A remote control allows you to control the device remotely without moving to the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✗

Carrying a device without a case, or putting them in bags without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. The JBL Boombox 3 comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Boombox 3 ✓

Denon Home 150 ✓

There is a control panel on the JBL Boombox 3 body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.

The Denon Home 150 too have a control panel on them.

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Category	Features	JBL Boombox 3	Denon Home 150
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP67	✗
	volume	24,728cm³	2,692.8cm³
	weight	6,700g	1,700g
	height	257mm	187mm
	width	482mm	120mm
	thickness	200mm	120mm
	is dust proof and water resistant	✓	✗
SOUND QUALITY	has a subwoofer	✓	✓
	size of subwoofer	189 x 114mm	89mm
	has stereo speakers	✓	✗
	driver unit size	✗	25mm
	drivers count	5only	2only
	has a passive radiator	✓	✗
	snr - signal to noise ratio	80dB	✗
	audio output power	180W	✗
	lowest frequency	40Hz	✗
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	✗
POWER	battery life	24hours	✗
	charge time	6.5hours	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
	operating power consumption	✗	20W
	standby mode power consumption	✗	0.3W
CONNECTIVITY	multipoint count	2only	✗
	can be used wirelessly	✓	✓
	has a detachable cable	✓	✓
	has an aux input	✓	✓
	has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✓	✗
	has bluetooth	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	✗
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	supports wi-fi	✓	✓
	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	usb ports	1only	1only
EXTRAS	has a mobile app	✓	✓
	has voice commands	✗	✓
	has a radio	✗	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	has airplay	✓	✓
	has a remote control	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✗
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
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