Love JBL Speakers? You'll Be Addicted To These 12 Alternatives!

A Bluetooth wireless speaker with 360-degree immersive surround sound, the Tribit StormBox is great if you want a speaker with that booming bass, since the speaker comes with dual passive bass radiators. It is waterproof, and when we say that, we mean it (with it claiming to survive 30 minutes in water!) It's perfect for pool parties, a day at the beach, or impromptu rain dances. It's portable, weighing a mere 570 odd grams, with a 24-hour playtime.

Alternative For: JBL Flip 6

Favourite Feature: The fact that it's water resilient, and can stand dual pairing. 

Price: INR 5,999

Officially called the V73D High-Power Party Speaker with BLUETOOTH® Technology, this one offers omnidirectional sound, meaning sound all around, a feature missing in its JBL counterpart. It’s perfect to make sure everyone in the room gets to hear the sound, and since it's got a party mode, expect lights to go off in different directions too. Unlike the JBL speaker, this one also has a Taiko mode, which means you can drop a beat on the top panel too. It has sounds of the bongo, djembe, surdo, and the Japanese Taiko drum. It has vertical and horizontal gesture control, too. Connect via Bluetooth easily, and start the party! 

Alternative For: JBL Party Box 710

Favourite Feature: If you make DJ gestures, it will change the music! Flick left, and go back a song. Flick up, and turn the music up, which is super fun. The panel is water resistant, too, so no fear of drinks spilling. You can also drop a beat on the top panel for sounds of percussion instruments.

Price: INR 65,990

Marshall speakers need no introduction. They're aesthetic, classic pieces with up-to-date modern technology. The Killburn II is another one of their best sellers, with a string of features making this two and a half kg portable speaker worth it. When it comes to sound, expect a clear midrange, deep bass, and multi-directional sound, unlike its JBL counterpart, which has a dominant bass. It has 20+ hours of portable playtime, which is quite impressive. And comes with Bluetooth connectivity up to 30 meters, perfect for a party. The Kilburn II features analog knobs for volume, bass, and treble, while JBL relies on digital control and while it has a handle, the Kilburn II is easier to carry compared to the JBL speaker. 

Alternative For: JBL Boombox

Favourite Feature:  The top panel comes with analogue control knobs for bass, treble and volume, allowing you to fine-tune to the exact sound you desire.

Price: INR 29,999

Mi's sleek-looking bar covers a solid range of sound from 50Hz to 25000Hz, which is quite a wide spectrum. Expect good quality sound whenever you watch or listen to something. With plenty of connectivity ports— aux cable, good old line-in, or even fibre optic and PDIF cables, this one is modern yet can go proper old school if you don't have a smart TV, which we think is pretty inclusive! 

Alternative For: JBL Cinema SB231

Favourite Feature: The connectivity ports! This has S/PDIF, optical, aux-in, and line-in connectivity ports, so hook it up to your TV, audio device, mobile phone, or laptop. 

Price: INR 4,999 (discounted)

Known as the Sony SRS XB43, this one boasts of extra bass with a live sound mode. It comes with 24 hours of battery life, is water and dust proof, plus it also has flashing LED lights, which honestly is a mood for parties. It can be placed horizontally and vertically, too. In addition to this, it has a frequency transmission range of 20 Hz–20,000 Hz, which is quite decent! 

Alternative For: JBL Xtreme 3

Favourite Feature: It’s got hands-free calling, and the Extra Bass feature with dual passive radiators. 

Price: INR 21,990

A compact, Bluetooth speaker with up to seven hours of battery, the boAt Stone Grenade is great if you're looking for a portable speaker that is water and shock-resistant. It comes in five colour variants for you to pick and choose from, with a Bluetooth connectivity range of ten meters, which isn't much, but fairly decent. It's reasonably priced and is almost always discounted on Amazon and Flipkart which make it great for travells.

Alternative For: JBL Go 2

Favourite Feature: Multiple connectivity modes and the rugged design. 

Price: INR 1,499 (discounted)

Portable, waterproof, dustproof and offers 360-degree sound for 14 full hours? Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 really is the Bluetooth speaker jackpot if you think about it. Like its JBL competitor, it is a floatable speaker that can be immersed under water for 30 minutes and still work its musical charm, so hello pool parties and summertime jamming sessions! 

Alternative For: JBL Go 3

Favourite Feature: Floatable speaker with long battery life. 

Price: INR 8,495 (discounted)

Looking for some of that lossless music reproduction? The Anker Soundcore Motion+ Bluetooth speaker features stunning Hi-Res audio enhanced by Qualcomm aptX, so you listen to exactly what is played, without a decibel lost. Packed with two ultra-high frequency tweeters, this speaker is just what you need to fill every inch of your room with 30W of pure sound. Like its JBL counterpart, it offers 12 hours of playtime and is fully waterproof! The EQ of the speaker can be customised to your fondness using its Soundcore app, so you know the sound is meant just for you. 

Alternative For: JBL Flip 6

Favourite Feature: Lossless sound reproduction and its exclusive BassUpTM technology that enhances low-frequency sounds.

Price: INR 8,999 (discounted)

The AIWA MI-X330 Meteor, inspired by Japanese technology and retro radios, is a formulation of 60W of pure sound, lasting for about ten hours of playtime. It supports various connections, including Bluetooth, AUX cable, USB, and Mic input for all your impromptu playback and karaoke sessions. 

Alternative For: JBL Authentics 300

Favourite Feature: Supports multiple connection types.

Price: INR 19,999

If you are looking for a budget-friendly party speaker that has all the vibes and glitz of its JBL counterpart, then GOVO's latest launch, Goloud 900, should be your pick. Its powerful 200W performance will keep the dance floor thumping with its beats while it provides about six hours of powerful playtime. You can also match your music to your mood with five customisable audio modes—Normal, Party, Pop, Rock, and Jazz. Seamlessly connect to a range of devices, including TVs, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. It also has Bluetooth v5.3, a TF card slot, AUX, and USB ports, so fret not, the party will be effortlessly LIT! Oh, and heads up, it is equipped with two microphone ports, so karaoke duet, anyone?

Alternative For: JBL Partybox 110

Favourite Feature: Dual microphone ports and customisable audio modes. 

Price: INR 7,999

With 725W of sheer sound and amplified effects, the Zebronics Juke Bar 9900 Soundbar is the perfect match for its JBL counterpart. In fact, it even goes above and beyond by providing five drivers, a satellite with the top-firing speaker, and a wireless UHF microphone, for that complete audio experience. With 5.2.4 Dolby Atmos Surround Sound, it takes the cake for being an affordable and often discounted variant with more features than its JBL counterpart. 

Alternative For: JBL Bar 800 Pro

Favourite Feature: Wireless UHF microphone and Dolby Atmos Surround Sound. 

Price: INR 32,999 (discounted)

If you are looking to buy a speaker with budget being a key decision maker for you, then you should consider the pTron Musicbot Mini. While it may not be waterproof like the rest of the options on the list, it is quite similar to its JBL counterpart, with 5W of booming sound, six hours of playtime, and the added feature of integrated music and call control. It ensures ten meters of strong and stable Bluetooth connectivity and can also play music through its TF card slot (up to 32GB) and USB drive.

Alternative For: JBL GO 4

Favourite Feature: Super budget-friendly and has integrated music and call control. 

Price: INR 1,499 (discounted)