Sony SRS-XB100 Wireless Bluetooth Portable Lightweight Speaker, Light Gray

I love the sound. This little Bluetooth speaker cost me a little more than half a Benjamin and turns my smartphone into a respectable sound system. Plus, it’s compact, portable, battery powered (for approximately six to eight hours at high volumes w/quick recharge using the newest standardized rechargeable/data connection that has a small, rounded-rectangular “pill”-shaped reversible plug), waterproof, and incredibly drop-resistant. When I drop it, instead of worrying I tell myself, "Relax, it's a Sony, it will be fine," and it always is. This is actually my second one. I dropped the first speaker many dozens of times over the past four years (easily 50+) and it continued to play flawlessly. What finally pushed me to replace it wasn’t normal wear and tear. During a cross-town move from Brooklyn to Manhattan, I carelessly packed it in an open box. A sudden stop from the moving van bounced it out of the unsecured box, and a heavy table ended up resting on top of it. Amazingly, it wasn’t crushed or dented. The only issue was a slight decline in sound quality at higher volumes — the bass was no longer as clean. Considering what it survived, I was thrilled to find another one just like it for sale on Amazon. Because it’s affordable and so durable, I kept the original as a backup and bought a new one.

I really like this speaker. It’s very small/compact but has a very nice, high quality, clear sound. The Bluetooth connection is SUPER easy to use; I just downloaded the app and it connected immediately - no repeated set up attempts and no fuss! And the Bluetooth connection doesn't drop - even when switching back and forth between multiple phones/devices which is somewhat rare with these kinds of speakers. It has a strap with a "buckle" so you can strap it on to almost anything and it's also waterproof which gives me peace of mind since I'm using it in the bathroom to listen to while showering etc. It plays a LONG time on a charge but you can also keep it plugged in all the time with the easy to use USB-C port. It's not the loudest speaker in the world but given it's very compact size, I really wouldn't expect it to be and I'd prefer crisp sound over booming volume. I would NOT recommend this you are trying to find a speaker for a large room or to hear throughout multiple rooms but for smaller areas (like a deck/patio, a smaller bedroom, or a bathroom which is where I am using it), it's an incredible deal. I got it on sale during prime days but depending on the color and when you buy, I've seen it at or near the same low price since. I'm definitely happy with this purchase!

The speaker is durable and works well. It’s easy for placement in a variety of places. My purchase was mainly for music during golf scrambles, we love our tunes while playing, and this speaker has good sound. The price was very reasonable, battery life was good and the setup was very easy.

Tested it side by side with rhe ULT 1. Item is good, but the ULT 1 is louder / has more bass. I would still recommend to someone on a limited budget, but they're getting what they pay for. I tested next to a busy road. Noticeably quieter than the ULT 1, but you can still hear it. Bass is definitely weaker than the ULT 1. All that being said, it is impressive for a small speaker. You can see the size difference in the photo. Definitely great for indoors, suitable for personal listening (right next to you) outside. You'll lose the sound 25-50 feet away from you outside though. Its a good deal under $40, I grabbed it for $33. Not worth it over $50. I picked the ULT 1 up for $78, just to compare. Ended up returning this one because I don't need both. Also, you can customize EQ on the ULT 1, but not this one. Sound is very clear, great for a small speaker, but max loudness is comparable to a phone on max volume rather than a portable speaker. Worth it if you want a speaker that is tiny and cheap, but if you're looking for great bass without the cord / bulkiness - consider the ULT 1. Btw, ULT 1 is a good deal under $100, don't pay over that for that one. But its legit worth it, if you're willing to pay about double the price of this one. Sound improvement isn't double exactly, but the bass and overall loudness are definitely noticeable. Final note - form factor, design, size, and build quality are great on both. You could feel comfortable using either inside or outside and both are light. 4 stars here instead of 5 because of the bass limitation and lack of EQ - keep in mind the bass is better than every other speaker at this price point (under $50), just can't compete with others under $100.

Really surprised with this the sound is well balanced makes the music sound better. Charging was easy and it keeps charge very well. I would recommend for easy use not too heavy not overly big. It's just the right size for taking everywhere. You don't have to worry about being too heavy. It seems durable.

Great little speaker. The bass is amazing. The batteries last for a long time, and even though it has loud base is still a clear sound. I was going to buy a JBL clip because my friend had one. I’m glad I decided to get this one instead way better.

Awesome little speaker. Great sound. Love taking it everywhere with me!

The SRS-XB100 is a lightweight, highly portable speaker. The sound quality is excellent, especially for such a small unit. Highs are crisp and clean, mids are solid and clear, and lows are punchy and robust. The interface is easy to use, although the stereo pairing function can be a little finicky. But where this small speaker really falls short is the volume. For several years I've used two similar, slightly larger speakers from a different brand: one in my bathroom and one in my kitchen, pairing them both together for outdoor listening. When it was time to replace them I ordered two of the SRS-XB100 and tried the same approach. But I found that a single speaker was barely loud enough to be heard over the shower, and that I needed to pair them together to hear music clearly while cooking. I wouldn't even try to use them for outdoor activities. In short, if you want a small speaker for use at moderate volumes in a sterile listening environment, this is an excellent choice. But if you enjoy music at higher volumes while participating in other activities you should look elsewhere.

Ótimo compra! Caixinha com ótima qualidade de som e bons graves. Achei melhor do que a Alexa. Discreta ao se conectar.

REVIEW AFTER TWO WEEKS’ USE Sony caught thunder in a cup and called it SRS XB-100. This speaker is pretty loud and clear for its size, purpose and price. It is strictly meant for personal use or a small gathering of 6-8 people at best. Yet this little coffee mug outsmarts every other speaker below 5000 Rs. (Note – this speaker is not loud enough for a party. Those who feel that it is not loud enough for personal use may get an audiological evaluation to see if you have noise-induced hearing loss. Since hearing loss from loud noise (above 70 dB / 70% volume) is irreversible, try to reduce the loudness you listen to and follow 60:60 rule.) AUDIO QUALITY Vocals are loud, crisp and clear. Bass is good but not over-the-top. Good treble. From my experience, I would rate SRS XB-100 for various purposes as below. Playing music files = 10/10 Playing podcasts = 8/10 Call quality = 8/10 Playing YouTube videos = 7/10 Playing Movies & Series = 7/10 Generally, 50%-60% volume was sufficient for audio files to be clear and loud enough. Podcasts needed around 70%. YouTube videos, Movies & Series needed 70%-100% and they largely depended on the quality of file as well. Some old BBC documentaries and series played as clear as any music file at 60% volume whereas Avatar, LOTR series and Spiderman needed at least 80% volume. PORTABILITY The MOST underrated aspect of this speaker. You could take it and hang it anywhere. CHARGING & BATTERY LIFE About 4 to 4.5 hours to charge fully. At around 60% volume, SRS XB-100 lasts for nearly 10 hours, 2 hours less than advertised. At full volume, it lasts nearly 6 hours. But it has no fast charging and the chord provided for charging is very small. These are the only cons I felt. SONY MUSIC CENTRE APP It just tells you how much battery is left, allow connecting with other Sony speakers for stereo effects and updates the software. It serves no other purpose for this speaker. COMPARED TO OTHER SPEAKERS……. From below 5000 range, only Tribit MaxsoundPlus comes close in XB-100’s audio quality. Tribit XsoundGo is not even as good as the good old Sony SRS-XB13 which got replaced by XB-100. To me, XB-100 sounded better than Tribit Stormbox Micro 2, and even Marshall Willen. XB-100 sounds way better even than Sony’s own 24W speaker SRS XE-200. Don’t fall for the gimmick of speakers with more wattage. 1 watt means that speaker can produce maximum 87dB sound within 1 m distance. Whereas as a 20W speaker could produce only 97dB sound within 1 m distance. For comparison, train horns are blown at 90dB. Any sound above 90dB could cause earache and permanently damage hearing. Nobody plays songs and videos at that sound. As the distance increases beyond 1 m, loudness also decreases. So unless you are not looking for a party speaker or something for an outdoor gathering, a speaker below 10W is sufficient. I am NOT talking here about how loud a speaker can get. There is no point in getting a speaker that is just earblastingly loud but lacks any clarity of sound. So yeah. I am completely satisfied with this one. Try it; you too might be.

Over delivered on quality for the price. Great little speaker to carry around. The clarity of the bass is what sets it aside for me. Listening to jazz I can clearly hear beautiful double bass lines without distortion - Great product

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El sonido es bueno y se siente de calidad pero si hace un poco de potencia en el volumen