The holidays are upon us and that means you're probably getting ready to entertain your loved ones. Great music never fails to get the party started, and for that, you're going to need a Bluetooth speaker that has the features you need at a price you can afford. The JBL Boombox 2 is a popular option, but at more than $400, it definitely isn't the cheapest that we've come across. Thankfully, you can pick this speaker up and save more than $100 if you get your order in soon -- Amazon's limited-time deal slashes the price to just $300. You can also get your speaker delivered before the Christmas festivities begin as well.
The JBL Boombox 2 was designed to deliver strong bass and volume, which comes in handy when you're outside or have multiple guests. It weighs roughly 13 pounds and measures 19.1 by 7.9 by 10.1 inches, and it's sturdily built, to stand strong. The Bluetooth 5.1 connection means you'll experience fewer drops across moderately long distances.
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But the Boombox 2 also has other features that'll liven up your parties. It's IPX7 waterproof, features a 3.5mm jack and acts as a power bank. The rechargeable battery can last up to 24 hours. Plus, it's got a convenient handle that makes it easy to transport. These features are part of the reason why the JBL Boombox 2 is one of our favorite large portable speakers.
Looking for a portable Bluetooth speaker but want to keep browsing before your big purchase? Here's a list of some of the best Bluetooth speaker deals on the internet right now.
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Based on their popularity, here are the holiday deals that you should be considering:
- Apple AirPods Pro 2: $190 (save $59)
- Roku Express 4K Plus: $25 (save $15)
- Govee smart LED light bars: $40 (save $10)
- Meta Quest $50 gift card: $45 (save $5)
- Levoit LVAC-200 cordless vacuum cleaner: $160 (save $40)
- Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Bluetooth speaker: $90 (save $40)
- Apple AirTag (4-pack): $70 (save $29)
- Baseus car vacuum cleaner: $25 (save $75)
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- $600 (save $400)
- $197 (save $103)
- $399 (save $100)
Will this item arrive in time for Christmas?
If you're ordering this as a holiday gift, you probably want to know if it's going to arrive on time. With Christmas and Hanukkah both taking place on Dec. 25 this year, and Kwanzaa kicking off the day after, it's important to note shipping deadlines for USPS, FedEx, UPS, Amazon and others.
Guaranteed shipping deadlines at some of these delivery companies arrived as early as Dec. 16, with others offering expedited services that may allow you to order as late as Dec. 23 or even Dec. 24. Where delivery is no longer possible, be sure to assess your in-store pickup options or check out these great digital deals for the holidays.
Your new Bluetooth speaker will arrive before Christmas, according to Amazon's product page.
