Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- SRSXB43/B
- SKU:
- 6412152
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Range
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers are pleased with the SRS-XB43 Portable Bluetooth Speaker's sound quality, battery life, and bass. Many also appreciate its lights, volume, and ease of use, along with its portability and water resistance. However, some customers find the speaker's weight to be a drawback. A few also mentioned concerns about the price and occasional pairing difficulties.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sounds
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound system, I recommend this item to anyone
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Chava, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. The XB43 is one of our absolute best-sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thank you for the superb feedback and for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony SRS XB43 Portable Bluetooth
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Nice sound for the price. It can use more surround sound.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Carapril, fabulous! We are really delighted to hear you are satisfied with the superb performance of our XB43! The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker.
Thank you so much for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
Awesome
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome fathers day gift. Great for outdoor parties
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Almerindo, This a great gift ideas! We are glad to hear about your amazing experience so far with your XB43 EXTRA BASS Portable Bluetooth Speaker! Good to know you're satisfied with your purchase and you're enjoying the impressive sound quality of the speaker. At Sony we strive to put forward the best possible products for our customers. The XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Price
Better choice of the smaller speakers for sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound for the size but a little pricey. Wish there was a Hyperboom this size.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi chip,
Thank you for the positive feedback. 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
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Sony speaker review
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great speaker. I am very happy with battery life as well
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Geno,
Awesome! We're glad that you are enjoying the amazing features of the speaker particularly the battery life. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best-sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Bass
Super loud
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Loud and good bass good for parties. Or outdoor activities
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tony, Thank you for this positive feedback! We're glad to hear you like the great sound quality and it works perfectly for parties and outdoor activities. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony portable speaker
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, easy charge with simple Bluetooth connection.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Jane, We are thrilled that you like your new Sony portable speaker and love the light features. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Makes gaming more realistic and the sound quality is great
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi HappyHappy, We are glad that you like the sound quality of your Sony speaker. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! Thank you for trusting Sony! -Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best boom for your buck
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this for my son and loves it. Great sound quality!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Awesome, We're very grateful for this positive feedback! We're pleased to hear your son loves it. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Great speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It has a really good Bluetooth connectivity and an awesome app. I returned it because the bass was just not enough for my taste.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KingC, We are sorry to hear that the unit had to be returned. Despite your concern about the bass, it's nice that you really like the Bluetooth connectivity and the app of the speaker. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof. Thank you for the feedback. -Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great product!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound quality. Exactly what I was looking for.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi aTmBonfire, Awesome! Good to know that this is what you're looking for in a portable speaker. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Thanks again
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound really good thanks again bestbuy for all your help
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Scott, Thank you for the 5-star rating! Glad to hear that you are satisfied with your shopping experience. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Speaker
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the sound. I didn't expect it to sound so good.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Erica,,
Awesome! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of the speaker. The newly designed X-Balanced Speaker Unit gives the EXTRA BASS™ power of the XB43 a crisper, fuller sound, and two new tweeters for clearer vocals. The IP67 waterproof, rustproof and dustproof design means you can listen anywhere, indoors or out, with up to 24 hours of battery life. Thanks for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great speaker
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, good look, and a good price for a small speaker.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Geo79, Wow! We're very happy to hear you're enjoying the great sound quality, beautiful design, and good price of your SRSXB43 speaker. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
It has good quality sound just not as loud
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Its has a good quality sound but its not a loud as i thought it would be.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Eddie, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. We understand your concern regarding the volume level of your SONY unit. Please follow this link to isolate the issue:
https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb43/v1/en/contents/TP0002741503.html?search=volume%20level
If you require any additional support in regards to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
The XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing SONY.
~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Bluetooth speaker review
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome speaker for medium sized room. Super clear sound.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Lorik, Thank you for the 5-star rating! The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony bluetooth speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good quality and excellent service and excellent sounds
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Butch, Thank you for the 5-star rating! Glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase! The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Carl
Good value
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product. Nice features and easy to set up and use!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Henchumbao, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We are glad to hear that you are happy with the ease of use and the features of the SRS-XB43! The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Buy it
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent product at a reasonable price for Sony quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Aperoadz, We appreciate your feedback. We are happy that you like your Sony speaker. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Vincent
Speakers
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great speaker for its size. We have two and they rock!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Speakers, Awesome! We're glad to hear you like the compact size and we appreciate you purchasing two XB43 speakers. The all-new XB43 is one of our absolute best sounding portable speakers due to the X-balance design and tweeters now housed in this unit. We also kept it waterproof and dustproof so you can take it with you wherever you go! To make sure you are getting the most out of your new purchase, please make sure to download the Sony Music Center App. There you will find all new ways to control the sound and performance of your speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam