Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- SRSXB23/B
- SKU:
- 6412174
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Range
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers are satisfied with the SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker's sound quality, ease of use, and battery life. Many also appreciate its compact size, impressive volume, and convenient Bluetooth connectivity. Positive feedback also highlights its bass response and water resistance. A small number of users mentioned issues with the charging port.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great speaker for the price
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It's a great speaker good sound and loud the only thing I dislike it supposed to be extra bass... you could barely hear the bass
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jsanchez, thanks for sharing your feedback on your XB23. The XB23 is IP67 waterproof, rustproof, dustproof, and shockproof, with up to 12 hours of battery life, so your music never gets left behind. Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging, and control sound settings with the Sony | Music Center app.
https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb23/v1/en/contents/TP0002800288.html?search=bass
Regards,
Erin
Good
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like the speaker overall. I just wish it was louder. I downloaded the app to get the extra amenities an its a little bit louder, but oh well I still. l Iike it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sade, Thanks for taking the time to review our XB23. We're glad you like our product. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. We value you input and appreciate the feedback. To get the most out of the volume, please try the different sound modes found in the Sony Music Center app, until you find the one you like for outdoor or indoor settings. There is even an EQ in there—which can be customized to fine-tune your music to your liking. You may also try the STEREO PAIR in which 2 SRS-XB23 speakers are required. By connecting 2 speakers via BLUETOOTH connection, you can enjoy a more powerful sound. Thanks for sharing your feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess
Good for price
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For the price, its good. I only buy Sony or Bose products and I need something quick and decently priced. I wish it had a more full sound but its good.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NW15, thank you so much for the 4 Star review. We are pleased to hear you are overall satisfied with the performance of our XB23. We want to make sure you are getting the most out of your speaker. Please make sure you have downloaded the Sony Music Center app. There you will find all sorts of tools to fine-tune your XB23 and maximize the volume to your liking. There is even an EQ!
The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and saltwater resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either.
Thank you so much for your purchase and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
Speaker box
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a great speaker. Has a nice loud sound for my patio
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kotrell, Fabulous! We're extremely pleased to hear you're happy and satisfied with the outstanding sound quality and great features of this speaker. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and salt water resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
Nailed It!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.awesome product - what an intelligent buy, I'd do it again!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tootie,
Thank you for an amazing review! We're thrilled to hear how much you like your new speaker. The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so your music never gets left behind Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. We are looking forward to your next purchase and thank you so much for choosing Sony! - Kris
Sony
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony speaker, this model is very very nice and Water proof, high performance
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dennis,
Amazing! We're glad to hear you like the XB23 Bluetooth speaker especially the overall performance and waterproof features. Compact, lightweight and easy to carry, the SRS-XB23 combines a punchy bass sound with a tough, durable, go-anywhere design. Developed by Sony, the X-Balanced Speaker Unit achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. Thank you for purchasing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Battery life, Sound quality
Good but not great speaker. Sony quality a plus.
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.To be honest, it’s hard to get excited about a Bluetooth speaker. There seems to be an endless sea of very similar models that all look the same with slight variations in features. Since the Sony SRS-XB23 is an entry level speaker, it does fall into the “same old story” category. That does not mean it is bad, it just means that it is not an upgrade purchase if you have bought a Bluetooth speaker in the last few years in the $100 range. In review, the Sony SRS-XB23 is a decent, lightweight, compact speaker that is IP67 rated . That means it is protected from total dust ingress and water immersion to about 3 feet. The overall construction is solid and should resist most day to day impacts. I could go on about the details it’s overall construction and basic features, but it is basically the same as about every other $100 speaker out there. What really matters is the sound. I paired it with my Ipad and found the sound to be strong, mostly rich and the bass was good. However, it is not the best out there in this price range. For comparison, I happen to own the Ultimate Ears Blast and Boom 3. They are both in the same price range (although the Blast may be discontinued) and their sound is better. It is not light and day but you can hear a difference in the bass and some of the higher range treble. But there is more to it. Sony has an app which you can make some adjustments to the sound and there is an equalizer. However, the equalizer would only let me change the bass, mids and treble all at the same time. I found a setting called ClearAudio+ that would force the equalizer to do this. After trying several times in the equalizer, I found if you touch one of the bars you can isolate the respective bass, mids and treble. It turns ClearAudio+ and you can adjust to your liking. Once I did this, I was able to get a bit more lively sound that was better than out of the box settings. I still felt it still was not as good as the Ultimate Ears and I was able to louder sound out of the competition. Keep in mind the morale to the story is liking the way something sounds is very subjective. I could easily see someone saying they like the Sony the best in terms of sound quality. However, I found the Utlimate Ears to be a bit louder and that is not very subjective; it’s measurable if you really wanted to. I used the Sony SRS-XB23 every single day over a week both indoors and outdoors. I found the battery life to be very good but not hitting the full 12 hours it is rated at when I was playing it at full volume ( that is to be expected and true of all manufacturers.) If I had to guess, I would say the battery is less than 8 hours at full volume. To me, that does matter – when are you going to use a speaker for 8 hours straight let alone 12 hours. In summary, this is a good entry level speaker that is not stand out among the competition but does make a good showing. Sony has the reputation for quality so I give it an extra star for an excellent track record in that regard.
I would recommend this to a friend Fantastic product!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product! I bought it for a trip to the beach and it exceeded my expectations.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Steve,
Your satisfaction is our top priority! We're glad that you are enjoying your new speaker. Nice to know it suits you needs and exceeded your expectations. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and salt water resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thank you choosing Sony! - Kris
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got this for my mom to great the TV. It worked perfectly. Ready to set up
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DanO, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. Compact, lightweight and easy to carry, the SRS-XB23 combines punchy bass sound with a tough, durable, go-anywhere design. Thank you for choosing SONY. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Just ok.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is an ok speaker, sounds good but at max volume you loos some base. Got it for a decent price. Wouldn't pay retail.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Rogg, thank you for purchasing our XB23. We understand that not everyone likes deep bass and we appreciate your feedback.
There is good news, however, download the Sony Music Center app, and you can actually fine-tune the sound of your XB23 to your liking. There is a built-in EQ that has 20 points of control for Bass, Midrange, and Treble. You can also change the speaker set up from Mono to Stereo to suit your needs.
Should you need further assistance, please email us at [email protected].
Sincerely,
Erin
Party on the beach
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I absolutely love the speaker it’s good to play anywhere especially on the beach with my wife
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ACoop, Thank you so much for the awesome review of your new XB23! We love to see our products in action! We are so glad you are pleased with the performance of your XB23 EXTRA BASS™ Portable BLUETOOTH® Speaker! The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so your music never gets left behind. Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess
Great sound, easy to use
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Christmas gift for the madre who was always playing music on her laptop or phone... She loves it
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TJsReview,
Thank you for such a great review. This is a great Christmas present and we appreciate to hear that the Madre loves her new Bluetooth speaker. The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so her music never gets left behind. Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Kris
Family
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My son enjoy it great sound in a small package . He takes it on trips and school
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CorwinNez, we're glad your son likes the sound quality of our product. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and salt water resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thank you so much for your purchase and for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Sony Bluetooth Speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great for Outdoors and around the house. Great Volume control and Range
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tsigator,
Awesome! We're glad you are enjoying your new Bluetooth speakers. The SRS-XB23 has undergone extensive shock testing to make sure it can withstand the inevitable knocks, bumps and scrapes that come with everyday use. Even if you drop it, the SRS-XB23 will keep on working. It also has an IP67 rating which makes the speaker dustproof, waterproof, rustproof and washable. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Kris
I’ll pass
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The jbl is better but expensive but had to try this one It’s bass is horrible
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Shylock254,
Thank you for the review. Please be assured we take this feedback very seriously and continuously strive to improve our products.
Regards,
David
Great Bluetooth speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This was a great purchase. Satisfies what I was looking for as far as having a Bluetooth speaker.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Monzon,
Awesome! We're glad to know that we were able to meet your expectation with the SRS-XB23 Bluetooth Speaker. The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so your music never gets left behind Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
NEEDS MORE SOUND!!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This speaker is overall good but would need to add more loudness to it!! other than that its an overall good quality speaker
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Jake,
We do apologize for the inconvenience. Sound becomes low while in use when the rechargeable built-in battery is running low as a result of long-time use of the speaker at a loud volume even though the speaker was connected to an AC outlet by a USB AC adaptor or to a computer that comes equipped with a USB charging port. Also, we recommend playing high quality audio such us
AAC and LDAC, so that you can enjoy high quality sound via Bluetooth connection. Check the link below for more deails.
https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb23/v1/en/contents/TP0002741516.html?search=quality
Thank you for choosing Sony!
David
Great speaker for the price!
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great speaker! Great for outdoors and easy to use!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi jackjo05, We're glad that you like the ease of using your new speaker. The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so your music never gets left behind Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin
Sony-es!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The always reliable Sony Bluetooth speaker series. This was my 3rd Bluetooth speaker purchase.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Paul, W are happy to hear that! The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so her music never gets left behind Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Your continued support means so much to us. Thank you for trusting Sony! Vincent
Bluetooth Speaker
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My daughter loves this speaker! It was a gift and she has used it everyday!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mswilkins, Wow! Thanks for leaving us such a great review on the SRS-XB23 speaker! We are really delighted to hear you're satisfied with the incredible sound quality and your daughter is enjoying her new speaker. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and salt water resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. This is a great gift idea! Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess