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The comparable value price is $399.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 1096 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

  • Quality

    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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84%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers consistently note the good sound quality and ease of use of the 6.95" Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Bluetooth Digital Media Receiver. Many appreciate the Apple CarPlay functionality and how well it works with a backup camera. However, some customers have expressed concerns about the inability to adjust the screen brightness, and a few have reported issues with the USB port and connectivity.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    More than I expected in both quality and cost.....

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DanielT, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like your new car media player. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Screen brightness

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works well but screen washes out.

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great but the screen washes out in any kind of sun light. Other then that it has both AndroidAuto and Carplay

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Misleading Specs. Bogus bluetooth connection.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been struggling with this unit for about a year now. Everything seemed to work as expected except for android auto. I've been using the wireless bluetooth connection to play music which is very hit or miss. I'm just now realizing that this unit does not offer "wireless" android auto. They expect you to keep it connected through usb the entire time. No where is the description or the specifications of this product do they make this clear. Even the installer didn't make this clear. He connected the phone for a few seconds to sync it with the unit, then disconnected it and played music through my spotify. Had I known this unit was wired connection only, then I would not have purchased it. I'm feeling very disappointed and very misled on this purchase. I also consider the options for adjusting the sound quality to be sub-par at best.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Stevo381, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the XAV-AX3250. We sincerely apologize for the frustration you've encountered regarding the Android Auto functionality.
      Additionally, we regret to hear that you are not satisfied with the sound quality options.

      As you mentioned, the Sony XAV-AX3250 does not support wireless Android Auto. https://helpguide.sony.net/ev/xav-ax32/v1/en/contents/TP1000428659.html

      If you want to use Android Auto wirelessly, we recommend our models XAV-AX4000 or XAV-AX6000.

      Thank you for your understanding and we hope to have the opportunity to restore your confidence in Sony.
      Best regards,
      Stephanie Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Receiver!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve had this receiver for about three weeks, so far no issues. Only using the car play feature (that is why we purchased the receiver), it is the standard Apple car play interface, super easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Should’ve got this sooner

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I finally pulled the trigger on upgrading my car radio, and I wish I did it sooner! It’s such a quality-of-life improvement, and my car feels 5-10 years newer without all the cable and Bluetooth adapter clutter! Geek Squad installers were very quick and accommodating!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Radio for truck

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fits my truck perfect. Took a while to find one for my 2013 Nissan. Sony is a great product

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello CarolannB,

      Thanks for these awesome stars! We're extremely delighted to hear you're enjoying the XAV-AX3250 and it fits your 2013 Nissan truck perfectly. It's great when a product integrates so seamlessly.

      Thanks for choosing Sony!

      Sincerely,
      Jenn. Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Major upgrade

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great stereo that went into an early 90s car! Can’t get any better having Apple CarPlay in a 90s vehicle

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Awesome, CarlosM! You made the right choice. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great car stereo!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great stereo for car! Bought to upgrade my 2010 corolla and it works like a charm. Apple car play works great and no issue with audio or any slow down. Finally bringing myself into the future.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Buy rises to the occasion.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This purchase, like all my Best Buy purchases was an easy process, from the sales person that helped me look at radios for my vehicle to the install team that completed the installation in a timely manner. No mess left behind, just a great trouble free install. This past year we have come back to Best Buy a fridge, 4 TVs, a microwave and a few other things related to our recent move to this area. I could not be more satisfied with every aspect of these purchases.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's nice, colors are duller than expected but not a big deal. Limited options to change appearance and certain settings. CarPlay works great and it looks amazing in my older car

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    sony 6.95 350

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    so far no problems, good sounding head unit , fits like a glove in my mercedes w211..thanks again.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It’s perfect for me.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it. Everything I wanted in a after market radio.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ClaudeJ,

      Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review! We're so glad to hear that our 6.95" receiver is everything you wanted in an aftermarket radio and that you love it. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience with us!

      Thanks for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,
      Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Head Unit, Great Price

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A 2-din screen on a 1-din unit. Loving the Apple Car-Play, and happy for the Bluetooth as well so I don't have to hook up my phone on my regular commute when I don't need to use the screen. Mic works excellent, even in my convertible with the top down.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Car radio

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Went two years without music because the dealership said it would cost $3000 to repair. Best purchase at Best Buy I’ve ever made for way cheaper than dealership

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Everything you need and more. The android auto and apple carplay are so nice

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JacobR, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like your new Sony car head unit. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Carplay

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my new CarPlay! I didn't realize what I was missing. If ou are on the fence, take the jump! It is well worth it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Double din

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its good…. Best buy is making me write 50 characters

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony radio perfect connects 2006 Camry

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this unit the apple AirPlay works prefect you have to plug it in so it can connect. The phone section is awesome and the sound is great powerful great bass . Recommend it 5 stars.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Screen brightness

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    blindingly bright screen

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been trying to resell this thing for 1/4 what I bought it for, for 6 months now. Takes well over a minute to connect to bluetooth, and when it does connect there's a 50/50 chance it'll play sub-second snippets of what your device is playing, and won't resync until you shut one of the devices off and back on again. At its lowest screen brightness setting it's more than capable of being viewed in the daytime, and is blinding at night. Takes multiple screen presses to turn the display on, and should anybody in the vehicle bump a button on anything it's going to turn the screen back on and blind the driver again. Absolute garbage, go back to burning CDs like the early 2000s, you'll appreciate the freedom.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice Stereo

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a really nice touchscreen stereo. The fact that it comes with Android Auto and Apple Car Play makes it a lot better. The screen sometimes takes a second to respond to input, but this is still a solid stereo for the price

    I would recommend this to a friend