Written by Linde
Edited on
13 October 2025
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14:56
Compare the JBL Xtreme 4 to the JBL Xtreme 3
In this article, we'll compare the JBL Xtreme 4 to its predecessor. Many properties are the same, such as the dustproofness, waterproofness, and built-in power bank. They differ when it comes to the battery life, connectivity options, and the frequency range. In this article, we'll explain what this means so you can choose the right speaker.
JBL Xtreme 3
- The speaker has a 15-hour battery life, so you won't be without music any time soon.
- Thanks to the carrying strap, you can bring the speaker everywhere.
- You can connect multiple speakers to each other via PartyBoost and listen with a higher volume.
- The speaker is heavier than similar speakers in this price range.
Comparison JBL Xtreme 4 and JBL Xtreme 3
| JBL Xtreme 4 | JBL Xtreme 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life | 24 hours | 15 hours |
| IP certification | IP67 | IP67 |
| Connectivity | JBL PartyBoost and Auracast | JBL PartyBoost |
| Carrying strap | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency range | 44 - 20,000Hz | 53.5 - 20,000Hz |
| Built-in power bank | Yes | Yes |
Battery life
JBL Xtreme 4: 24 hours
Thanks to the 24-hour battery life, you can listen to your favorite music with the JBL Xtreme 4 for days. This means you don't have to bring the charger with you every time you take the speaker with you on the go. This allows you to effortlessly use the speaker in places without sockets, such as the park. Thanks to the Playtime Boost function in the JBL Portable app, you extend the battery life with 6 hours. This way, you can keep listening to music while the battery is almost empty. You do hear less bass and mids.
JBL Xtreme 3: 15 hours
You can effortlessly enjoy your favorite music the entire day and night with the JBL Xtreme 3 thanks to the 15-hour battery life. After you've used the speaker the entire day, you can charge it at night. That way, you can listen to your playlists again the next day. You do have to keep an eye on the battery, because you have to charge it more often.
Connectivity
JBL Xtreme 4: JBL PartyBoost and Auracast
You can control the speakers with the JBL Xtreme via JBL PartyBoost or Auracast. Via the JBL PartyBoost function in the JBL Portable app, you can connect multiple JBL speakers to each other. If you connect 2 of the same model, you create a stereo pair for more spatial audio. Via Auracast, you can also connect speakers from other brans to the JBL Xtreme 4. You can connect every speaker with Auracast to the speaker. This way, you have more options for which speakers you can connect.
JBL Xtreme 3: JBL PartyBoost
Via JBL PartyBoost, you can connect more JBL speakers to the JBL Xtreme 3. You do this in the JBL Portable app. If you connect multiple speakers to each other, you make sure everyone can hear the music at the party. This means you can place the speakers in different rooms and hear the music throughout the entire house during a house party. You can only connect JBL speakers with PartyBoost to the Xtreme 3.
Frequency range
JBL Xtreme 4: 44 - 20,000Hz
The JBL Xtreme 4 has a larger frequency range. This means it plays more different types of tones. The lower the number, the lower the notes it plays. This speaker plays a deeper bass, so you can enjoy a clear beat. The bass adds more depth to music, which allows you to experience it more intensely.
JBL Xtreme 3: 53.5 - 20,000Hz
The JBL Xtreme 3 doesn't reproduce the bass as well. You can hear mids and treble clearly. This way, the singing stands out. You don't hear the beat that well.
Conclusion
The largest differences between these 2 speakers are the battery life, connectivity options, and the frequency range. If you use the speaker often and don't want to worry about the battery, we recommend the JBL Xtreme 4 with the 24-hour battery life. You can also connect various speakers to the JBL Xtreme 4 thanks to Auracast. Do you only plan to connect the speaker to other JBL speakers? The JBL Xtreme 3 is a fine choice. The JBL Xtreme 4 also has a wider frequency range, which means you hear a deeper bass than with the JBL Xtreme 3.
