Home > Portable speaker comparison > Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless vs JBL Boombox 3
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Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
82points
JBL Boombox 3
£549
£358
£549
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£358
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Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
JBL Boombox 3
Why is Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless better than JBL Boombox 3?
- 8.17% less body volume?
22706.64 cm³vs24728.01 cm³ - 8000 Hz higher high-frequency?
28000 Hzvs20000 Hz - Supports Wi-Fi?
- Has AirPlay?
- Supports Ethernet?
- 68.9 mm shorter?
188 mmvs256.9 mm - 16.7 mm thinner?
183 mmvs199.7 mm
Why is JBL Boombox 3 better than Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless?
- 4 Hz lower low-frequency?
40 Hzvs44 Hz - Has a passive radiator?
- Has a battery level indicator?
- Is weather-sealed (splashproof)?
- Has a rechargeable battery?
- Is dustproof and water-resistant?
- 1.2 newer Bluetooth version?
5.3vs4.1 - Has a sleep timer?
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Price comparison
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless Smart Speaker, Wifi Speaker, Hi-Res Sound, Bluetooth, Airplay 2, Spotify Connect, and Alexa Built-In - Midnight Grey
£549
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless Smart Speaker, Wifi Speaker, Hi-Res Sound, Bluetooth, Airplay 2, Spotify Connect, and Alexa Built-In - Pearl Grey
£699
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren Edition Wireless Speaker, with Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay 2, and Spotify Connect
£754
£0.99
£499
£12
£17
JBL Boombox 3
JBL Boombox 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, 180W Power, 24 Hour Playback, Waterproof and Dust Resistant IP6...JBL Boombox 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, 180W Power, 24 Hour Playback, Waterproof and Dust Resistant IP67 - Black
£358
Sling Speaker Cases Cover Breathable Portable Travel Carrying Strap with Removable Shoulder Strap for JBL...Sling Speaker Cases Cover Breathable Portable Travel Carrying Strap with Removable Shoulder Strap for JBL Boombox 3 Accessories
$20
Thickened Speaker Handle Strap Accessories for JBL BOOMBOX 3/2/1 Universal Wireless Speaker Wristband Pad...Thickened Speaker Handle Strap Accessories for JBL BOOMBOX 3/2/1 Universal Wireless Speaker Wristband Pad Anti Slip Sticker
$3.15
Dust Proof Cover Sleeve Anti-scratch Protective Case Compatible For JBL Boombox 1/2/3 Ares Bluetooth-comp...Dust Proof Cover Sleeve Anti-scratch Protective Case Compatible For JBL Boombox 1/2/3 Ares Bluetooth-compatible Speaker
$4.00
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User reviews
Overall rating
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
10.0
1 User reviews
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
10.0/10
1 User reviews
JBL Boombox 3
8.6
8 User reviews
JBL Boombox 3
8.6/10
8 User reviews
Features
Build quality
10.0/10
1 votes
8.6/10
8 votes
Sound quality
10.0/10
1 votes
8.6/10
8 votes
Design
10.0/10
1 votes
8.5/10
8 votes
Value for money
10.0/10
1 votes
8.3/10
8 votes
Portability
8.0/10
1 votes
7.1/10
8 votes
Comments
Ryszard
1 year ago
10 / 10
Bardzo dobre jakość dźwięku i o to chodzi
Ryszard
1 year ago
10 / 10
Pros
- Najlepsza jakość dźwięku
Cons
- Brak
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Design
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
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IP67
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
volume
22706.64 cm³
24728.01 cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
drivers count
5
5
A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. More drivers may result in better sound quality.
driver unit size
90 mm
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (JBL Boombox 3)
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
has a neodymium magnet
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
control panel placed on a device
✔Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
There is a control panel on the device 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.
travel bag is included
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
has a touch screen
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
Sound quality
has stereo speakers
✔Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has a subwoofer
✔Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
Devices with a subwoofer have a higher quality, deeper bass.
highest frequency
28000 Hz
20000 Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
lowest frequency
44 Hz
40 Hz
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
audio output power
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (JBL Boombox 3)
Audio output power is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts. High audio output power results in loud, clear sounds.
Has a passive radiator
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
A passive radiator is a type of driver (speaker) that doesn't have a voice coil and a magnet. 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 bass tones.
number of microphones
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a noise-canceling microphone
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless)
80 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio is a measure that compares the level of a desired signal (meaningful information) to the level of background noise (unwanted signal), the bigger the less perceived noise.
Power
battery power
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10000 mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Battery life
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24 hours
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
charge time
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6.5 hours
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
has a battery level indicator
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has a rechargeable battery
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
has a removable battery
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
has wireless charging
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
operating power consumption
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (JBL Boombox 3)
How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
annual power consumption
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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (JBL Boombox 3)
The more power per year a device consumes, the less energy efficient it is, making it more costly over time.
Connectivity
multipoint count
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless)
2
Multipoint 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.
Bluetooth version
4.1
5.3
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has an AUX input
✔Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack, i.e for MP3 or portable DVD/CD player.
has aptX Lossless
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
has LDAC
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX Adaptive
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX HD
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
Features
Can be used wirelessly
✔Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
supports a remote smartphone
✔Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.
has voice commands
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
Has a radio
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
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
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
With voice prompts, you will automatically receive information via audio messages –for instance, you may find out that the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
has a mute function
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✖JBL Boombox 3
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
works as a power bank
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
The power bank feature allows you to use the battery to charge other devices, such as your smartphone.
has a sleep timer
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
A sleep timer is a function that shuts off the power after a preset amount of time.
internal storage
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (JBL Boombox 3)
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
Miscellaneous
supports pairing for stereo sound
✖Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
✔JBL Boombox 3
If you have a second speaker of the same type, you can pair them together to create a stereo sound setup.
Price comparison
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless Smart Speaker, Wifi Speaker, Hi-Res Sound, Bluetooth, Airplay 2, Spotify Connect, and Alexa Built-In - Midnight Grey
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Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless Smart Speaker, Wifi Speaker, Hi-Res Sound, Bluetooth, Airplay 2, Spotify Connect, and Alexa Built-In - Pearl Grey
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JBL Boombox 3
JBL Boombox 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, 180W Power, 24 Hour Playback, Waterproof and Dust Resistant IP6...JBL Boombox 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, 180W Power, 24 Hour Playback, Waterproof and Dust Resistant IP67 - Black
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Sling Speaker Cases Cover Breathable Portable Travel Carrying Strap with Removable Shoulder Strap for JBL...Sling Speaker Cases Cover Breathable Portable Travel Carrying Strap with Removable Shoulder Strap for JBL Boombox 3 Accessories
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$4.00
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