JBL PartyBox 300 vs Sony SRS-XP700

You may prefer either the JBL PartyBox 300 or the Sony SRS-XP700 depending on your listening habits. The JBL can get louder with significantly less compression present at max volume, resulting in cleaner audio at louder volumes. It also has a more neutral sound profile than that of the Sony out-of-the-box. That said, the Sony can produce a more extended low-bass, and you can tweak its sound to your liking thanks to the graphic EQ and presets featured in its companion app. It's also rated IPX4 for water resistance, so it's certified to be protected from small splashes of water.