I have held a lot of parties, and I have known that a phone speaker is not sufficient. I tried out no less than twelve Bluetooth speakers at each of my children’s birthdays and the engagement party in search of the one that would last longer during the time we were singing Happy Birthday and would cover the entire backyard.
The reasons I began searching for a good party speaker.
The wake-up call came on the third birthday of my daughter. I borrowed an inexpensive Bluetooth speaker from my brother, turned it up, and when 20 kids showed up, people could not hear music over the snack table. It was at that point that I knew that I must have something that had some real power.
I did not take chances with our engagement party six months later. I needed bass to fill up our backyard and battery life to make it through dinner and dancing and such that would not require me to empty my wallet. It is at this point that I learned that there are party speakers and regular speakers.
Speakers that work in India.
These are the ones that impressed me after I tried them on real events (not necessarily in my living room). Prices will change everywhere in India, where you will actually be paying:
JBL PartyBox 310: It Is Worth Investing.
I chose the JBL PartyBox 310 to use at an engagement party, and it has remained my principal speaker since that time. This thing puts out 240W at ₹34,999 (it occasionally reduces to ₹31,449 during sales); it is more than sufficient to fill a party of 50 people effortlessly.
What I like: The bass is thick and sounds like a punch, it has wheels, and I can move it out of the garage into the backyard, and the light show with the sound is just amazing (kids are crazy about it). Battery duration of 18 hours; therefore, it does not run out of battery in the middle of the party. The catch? It is not very big, yet it can be easily handled due to the wheels. At ₹35000 it can break even in rental savings.
Boat PartyPal 390: Best Low-End Choice in India.
In the case of the fifth birthday of my son, I did not want to carry out the large JBL. I had picked up a boAt PartyPal 390, and at ₹16,990, most Indian families find it sweet. It provides 160W of loud sound and Flame LED lights, of which the kids were enthusiastic. Gives 6 hours of playtime and has two mic ports to use in karaoke (which came to my salvation when I wanted my engagement party to sing). Disadvantage: The bass lacks as much depth as the JBL, but at the price it cannot be beaten. In addition to that, the after sales services provided by boAt in India are sound.
JBL PartyBox 110: Mid-price Product.
My cousin has a JBL PartyBox 110 at his housewarming, and the value of the product is ₹24,999. Its power is 160W, which is a little lower than 310 but still enough to meet the needs of inside parties of up to 30 individuals. What works: It is less bulky and more transportable than the 310, its battery life lasts 12 hours, and its light display can be customized to be amazing.
Sony SRS‑XP700: Premium Choice
At ₹36,090, the Sony SRS-XP700 is unbelievable when you have the budget. I lent out a rooftop party, and the 360-degree sound was spread across the place in a uniform manner. The battery life reaches 25 hours (unbelievable), the phone is IPX4 splash-proof, and the quality of the construction is high. The catch? It is expensive, and in most house parties you are paying money you may not even need.
Budget-Friendly Indian Options That Surprised Me
Zebronics Banjo Pro (₹18,499)
The Zebronics Banjo Pro provides 120W RMS, and it has two wireless mics. I have noticed this whenever I go to the parties of my friends, and on karaoke nights it is ideal. The battery lasts 10 hours, and the sound is audible to the extent of even 25 people.
Elista ELS T‑6200 (₹21,999)
The other solid alternative tried out recently is 60W powered and with two 10-inch subwoofers. It contains Bluetooth 5.0, USB, FM, and aux inputs, and so it is very versatile as to the source of the music.
International Alternatives within India.
Soundboks 4: Only For Outdoor Events.
My friend came to a pool party with his Soundboks 4 126 dB (the loudest I’ve ever heard). It will be costly at approximately ₹85,000‑₹90,000, though the swappable batteries will ensure it suits the all-day events. The high volume is unsurpassed in clarity. Assuming you are doing frequent large-scale events, it is worth considering, but for single house parties, it is excessive.
Quick Comparison: Which Speaker for Your Party?
Speaker Best For Price (India) Key Benefit JBL PartyBox 310: Most parties ₹34,999 Best bass, 18-hr battery, wheels At PartyPal 390 Budget choice ₹16,990 Great value, dual mics, LED lights JBL PartyBox 110: Small-mid parties, ₹24,999 Portable, 12-hr battery, good bass Sony SRS-XP700 Premium events ₹36,090 25-hour battery, 360° sound Zebronics Banjo Pro Karaoke focus ₹18,499 Wireless mics included, versatile
How to Get the Most out of Your Speaker.
The following are the things that actually matter:
Placing is important: I got to know this during the party of my daughter and put your speaker in the corner and the bass whacks right. On a table, outside, put it down so it can be heard more.
Use the app: The JBL PartyBox application has an equalizer, which allows adjusting bass and treble. I increase the bass at outdoor events.
Keep them charged: I charge mine the previous night. When the battery is low, performance decreases, and you would not wish to determine that at some point during the party.
Buy on sale: I acquired my JBL PartyBox 310 at a price of ₹31,449 on a sale at Flipkart. Get serious money saved on Wait until Big Billion Days, Prime Day, or the Diwali sale.
What I would recommend depends on your budget.
In less than ₹20,000: Check out the boAt PartyPal 390. You receive 160W power, LED lights, and two mic supports—everything that is required for birthdays and small parties.
₹20,000 – ₹35,000: The sweet spot of the JBL PartyBox 310 is 20,000. It is strong (50+ people) and portable with wheels, and the 18-hour battery has you not seeking outlets.
More than 35,000: Sony SRS-XP700 offers complete 360-degree sound and lasts 25 hours on a single charge.
My Thoughts:
In case I had a chance, I would purchase PartyBox 310 by the age of three instead of spending money on the inferior quality speakers that could not serve a crowd. Not only is the right Bluetooth speaker loud, but it also fills the room with good sound that keeps the energy up.
The JBL PartyBox 310 or the boAt PartyPal 390 is a suitable option in most cases in Indian families where the parties include birthdays, engagements, Diwali, etc. They are strong, conveniently available in the market, and well serviced, and the cost is reasonable considering the services they offer.
Your parties will not be subjected to telephone speakers and disappointments. Believe me, invest in good sound systems and your guests will not pass by the music struggling to hear the music.
