Devialet Mania vs JBL Authentics 500
Devialet Mania
2023 · $690 today
8171
JBL Authentics 500
2023 · $599 today
8575
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Devialet Mania is better
- Weight (kg): 3.9 vs 7.4(1.9× less)
- Drivers: 6 (full-range array) vs 5 (2 tweeters, 2 mid, 1 woofer)(20% more)
Why JBL Authentics 500 is better
- Bluetooth: 5.3 vs 5.1(higher)
Verdict
JBL Authentics 500 leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Devialet Mania | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Drivers | 6 (full-range array)● | 5 (2 tweeters, 2 mid, 1 woofer) |
| Dolby Atmos | No | No |
| Battery life (hrs) | 10 | — |
| Amplifier power (W) | — | 270 |
| Connectivity | ||
| WiFi | 802.11ac dual-band | 802.11ac dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.3● |
| Chromecast built-in | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Features | ||
| Voice assistants | Amazon Alexa built-in | Alexa + Google Assistant built-in |
| Multiroom platform | Devialet app | JBL One app |
| AirPlay 2 | Yes | Yes |
| Design & Build | ||
| Weight (kg) | 3.9● | 7.4 |
| Colors | 2 | 2 |