Sony SRS-XB100 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Extra Bass, IP67 Waterproof & Dustproof, 16 Hr Battery, Hands-Free Calling, Strap – Black

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.

I ordered this speaker and received one first, but it has very low sound, and when I checked the reviews, all were mentioning it. But for me, the sound was too low; it can't even fill my small room. So I went ahead for a replacement on half mind as if it's the max sound and device isn't faulty it will be bad. But after the replacement, the new one is loud and perfect for my use, which is a small room for personal use. Turns out the first one was faulty. Completely satisfied with the new product.

Pls if you are reading my review, Do NOT buy this product, I REPAT DO NOT. This speaker is so bad my mobile phone gives more sound than this speaker. If it was possible I would've given this product minus rating. I bought seeing Sony brand name but it is of no use. Dont buy there is no sound at all. What will you do with the built quality if there is no sound in it. Even Chinese poor built quality gives more sound than this. Moreover we cannot return this product bcoz of amazon policy so again hats off.

Everything is really good - sound,build, battery backup. Still somethings to keep in mind - Sound enough for a small room with audio listeners but not for loud kids. There is no 3.5mm jack port 😑. There are actually better options in this price range (little to no sound quality loss, just different signature) . This one's for traveling and solo use with rugged build and ip rating etc. And yes bass is there but only when necessary.(Good bass but not produced all time, might be hit or miss depending on song production). Songs from KK, Atif Aslam, Arijit Singh etc are gold on this 👌. But brazilian phonk or insta meme tunes are not this speakers cup of tea, they sound hollow and bad.

I have been using this speaker for more than a month now and love this for its intended purpose. Sound quality: It has the typical sony sound signature, the mids are good and vocal is clear trable is decent but the bass is very good. It has deep punchy controlled bass not the boomy one(obviously it will not shake the wall of your room) Build quality: It has very good build and rubber like plastic on the surface with is good to touch and the strap is very useful for hanging. Loudness: it is the reason for most of the negative review. It has good volume for intimate listening and bathroom use but if you are looking to fill a room with decent volume than it will disappoint you. If you want this same form factor but a little lound than you can consider jbl go 4. Connectivity: bluetooth connectivity is good and doesn't drop the connection automatically and i don't use the calling function although the mic is good If you want a speaker for intimate listening then go for this one, under 2000 it is a still deal.

Love this product, every times sony makes value for money products, this speakers super smooth sound.

The Sony SRS-XB100 Bluetooth speakers offer a mixed experience with a balance of strengths and limitations. **Pros:** 1. **Sound Quality:** The overall sound quality is commendable, providing a rich and immersive audio experience. 2. **Battery Backup:** The battery life is impressive, ensuring long hours of uninterrupted music playback. 3. **Build Quality:** The build quality is solid and durable, promising longevity and resilience to wear and tear. **Cons:** 1. **Volume Limitations:** The maximum sound volume is somewhat restricted, which might be a drawback for those who prefer louder audio. 2. **Sound Clarity:** The emphasis on extra bass results in some compromise on sound clarity, making it less ideal for genres or tracks where high fidelity and crispness are crucial. In conclusion, the Sony SRS-XB100 Bluetooth speakers are a reliable choice for those who prioritize durability and long battery life, but they might not satisfy users seeking high volume levels and pristine sound clarity.

I using sony product for long period Tv Since 2016 , Bluetooth Ear bud (Sony WI-200) since 2018 , Sony Headset ( Sony WH- CH520) Since 2024 , Now this one (Sony SRS -XB100 ) every product i enjoyed a lot sound signature is absolutely awesome worth every penny crystal clear due to LDAC and AAC... Yeah i used and own Harman Kardon , Samsung Soundbar one fun fact that Samsung owns (JBL,Harman, Infinity ,AKG,Denon, Bowers and wilkins), so i find same sound signature but sony has unique sound ,Apple Earphone I love it but sony sound quality has it own taste... Battery life is pretty good last very long , looks wise a premium quality , functionality wise pairing feature app features are available, connectivity wise smooth one touch and power on and off i like it especially.. Those who love loudness you will disappoint but but love quality they surely enjoy it a lot....

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

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.

Sound like I love my sony I like my sony this model srs xb100b extra bass portable wireless speaker good

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

Calling sound good