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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 1763 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

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.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent portable bluetooth speaker

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

    It is an excellent portable bluetooth speaker to play music and movies from a phone, tablet, and laptops very much also.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Ramon, We are glad that you like your brand new Sony 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! Vincent Sony_US

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    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice

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

    The best portable speaker I’ve owned. Does exactly what it needs to do, loud and efficient. I love the hook that allows me to hang it wherever I am

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Leanna,
      Awesome! We are extremely pleased to hear that it suits your needs and expectations! 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. Your co-worker will love it! Thank you for choosing Sony. -Kris Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Speaker

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

    Gave my husband this speaker. He loved it so much and was excited about being able to link several speakers together. We now have 2 of them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Petry,
      Awesome! This is a great gift and were glad that your husband loves his new 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great speaker!

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

    It’s loud! For the price it sounds better than a jbl that la twice the price. Thank you again Best Buy for the product. I really recommend this item.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DJELIVATE, Thank you so much for the great review of your XB23! It is so good to know that you love this speaker! Go anywhere with full, crisp sound in a lightweight, stylish design. 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. Thanks for choosing Sony! Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Repeat buyer

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

    Wow! Love this speaker. The sound is amazing even when outdoors for yard parties. I liked it so much I bought a second one to be able to sync.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi LuckySwede, Perfect! We really love to hear you like the great sound quality especially when you're on outdoors! Thanks also for getting two XB23! 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 the 5-stars review & feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

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    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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

    Sound quality is everything you could want out of a small speaker. It’s crisp, clean, and compact. The Bluetooth connection process is also a breeze.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Bam1, Thank you so much for the great review of your XB23! It is so good to know that you love this speaker! Go anywhere with full, crisp sound in a lightweight, stylish design. 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. Thanks for choosing Sony! Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Tower Speaker

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

    Sony products are good sound quality. I have this in my bathroom but the sound quality is great. It also party links with other Sony speakers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SupaStudAJ, That's great! We are glad to hear you like the sound quality and features of your new XB23. 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 the 5-stars review & feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bass beast

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

    The bass and sound in this is truly amazing, you can use it for a whole upstairs and enjoy it without it sounding like it's trying to hard

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Love, That's awesome! We're extremely pleased to hear you're happy and satisfied with the amazing sound quality especially the EXTRA BASS feature of your new XB23 EXTRA BASS™ Portable BLUETOOTH® 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 sharing your feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

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    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Space saver and good sound

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

    Nice speaker, works great and sounds great. The base take a little off the treble but in all it sounds awesome. I definitely recommend this one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Electronicfreak, we are happy to hear that you are enjoying your portable 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! Erin Sony_US

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    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love love love

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this speaker! It gets LOUD! I love that it’s cordless and will play while you charge if necessary.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Gonzalez, Fantastic! We're extremely pleased to hear you like your new XB23 EXTRA BASS™ Portable BLUETOOTH® Speaker! We're also glad to hear you're happy and satisfied with the outstanding sound quality, amazing features, and that the speaker is capable of charging itself even while the speaker is turned on. Go anywhere with full, crisp sound in a lightweight, stylish design. 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. Thanks for sharing this awesome feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great gift

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

    was a gift for my son , he loves it and he takes it into the restroom for every shower , easy to pair with iphone

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Ollie, This is a great gift idea! We're glad your son loves the easy Bluetooth pairing and amazing sound quality. 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! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Strong Speaker

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

    This little speaker has great sound, bought for when I'm doing photoshoots out on location.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Wacom, Great! That's cool! Thank you for the 5-star rating and for purchasing our XB23 EXTRA BASS™ Portable BLUETOOTH® Speaker. We're glad that the speaker is perfect when you're doing photoshoots out on location and you are enjoying its incredible audio quality. Compact, lightweight, and easy to carry, the SRS-XB23 combines punchy bass sound with a tough, durable, go-anywhere design. As a music loving company, sound quality is our top priority. 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 Sony_US

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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice portable speaker

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

    Picked this up for my girlfriend and she really enjoys it. She uses it when we go to the beach and around her apartment. Very good sound.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ChristianH, Wow! Thanks for giving the product a perfect rating! We're very happy to hear you are satisfied with your purchase and your girlfriend enjoys the overall performance of the 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Shawty

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

    A gift for my music loving hubby ,he was so happy with this speaker just the right amount of bass

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

      Very nice! We're glad he was happy with the bass of the speaker. 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!

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Music System Bluetooth.

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

    Great portable Bluetooth and love the volume for it. We need more Color's available.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      That's amazing, Gamer! We are happy that you love the volume and superb performance of your XB23. We greatly appreciate your input with the available colors 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 the 5-star review and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XB23 portable bluetooth

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent Sony portable bluetooth for an affordable price. Great sound. I use it for camping or picnics. I highly recommend it

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Kukiss, we're glad you like the sound quality and the portability 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 your question. ~Earl Sony_US

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    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony is amazing

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

    Excellent speaker that will be used for my projector and music in the bathroom.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Nonickname19, Thank you so much for the fantastic review & we are so happy to hear that your investment is worth it. 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 the 5-stars review & feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid

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

    Solid product overall... Bad: not as loud as JBL flip....also not as sturdy or hardy. Good: very sleek and aesthetically pleasing Overall: a more fancy, less practical version of the JBL flip.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Matthew, we're glad you like our product. Compact, lightweight, and easy to carry, the SRS-XB23 combines punchy bass sound with a tough, durable, go-anywhere design. We appreciate your feedback. Thank you for choosing SONY. ~Earl Sony_US

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    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Coral Red Sony Speaker

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

    This is my 3rd speaker, as I'm familiar with the brand and is good quality for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Flygurl74, Awesome! Thank you so much for purchasing our XB23 speaker! We're so glad you like amazing sound and great quality of your XB23 EXTRA BASS™ Portable BLUETOOTH® 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 so much for the 5-stars review & feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bluetooth Speaker

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

    This is our first time having a bluetooth speaker. This speaker is great for our screened in porch. The quality is excellent!

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

      You made the right choice with the Sony SRSXB23! 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 the 4-stars review and for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US