Customer Ratings & Reviews

Arrived nicely boxed with a premium quality look. Opening the box there is a little “quick start” with a QR code to download the manual. Inside the box included is a USB C charging cable, an excellent carry strap, and owners pamphlet which has another QR code for the Sony sound app. The overall construction, look and feel of the speaker is excellent. Again, a very good looking premium product. It appears to be very ruggedly built, being waterproof, dustproof, rustproof, and shockproof. The downloadable manual is extensive, all 96 pages of it. It covers everything as far as I can see – from the basic charging, paring, calls, using stereo / party mode with multiple speakers, on and on... Downloading and using the Sony “Sound Connect” app adds versatility and customizing abilities. The speaker functions – including a custom EQ - can be controlled as well as playback, playlists, etc. The speaker can be paired to Android phones and tablets, Windows, and iPhone / iPod. I paired with Android phone first using the Sound Connect app. Pairing went perfectly. I also paired to a Windows computer, and again, paired perfectly. I found the sound and playback using the Sound Connect app, and the computer media player were comparable in all respects. Now to the sound quality and operation of the speaker. I will say, for such a compact size, it does a remarkable job. It can certainly fill a room with sound. The midrange and treble are bright and clear. The bass has some “thump” and for being so small, does pack a bit of punch. The “ULT” button adds a noticeable bass boost. But don't expect the lowest bass octaves to be reproduced - the frequency roll off at 100Hz, and size of the speaker limits the lowest frequency output. The stated frequency response is 100Hz to 10Khz. The battery charged in a couple hours, and is stated to achieve a maximum of 24 hours at lower volumes. Although a bit pricey, I was surprised by the performance of the speaker, and it could be a nice addition for evening gatherings on the patio, pool party, in home gathering, etc. Easy paring, ability to use multiple speakers and sources offers lots of options. And, it will be heard.....

Like most of us nowadays, we have gone through several portable Bluetooth speakers over the years and finding something new and innovative that actually stands out in the saturated market of portable speakers can be somewhat difficult. And like many of us, the market can also be trial and error for whatever situation you might be in at that moment such as finding something that is loud and can fill a large space to finding a decent portable speaker that can be shoved in a backpack for travel at any given time. At this stage in the game I feel like we have mounds of portable speakers, some that have lasted years and some that ended up as paperweights because they just weren't up to the task whether that be because they no longer charge, didn't stand the test of time, the sound can be embarrassing for someone that has been an audiophile, like myself, their whole lives and many other reasons. As it has been over a year now since the last time we looked into a portable speaker refresh, I was excited to hear about what Sony had in mind for their latest speaker drop since they have been one of the leaders in the industry since I was a kid back in the early '80s. In my case, I wasn't looking for something large or overpowering but more in the realm of something I could grab and take out by the pool or shove into a backpack. The speaker that stood out the most for what I was in the market for was it the Sony ULT Field 3 because it reminded me of an old school boombox, you know the type that '80s kids used to put on their shoulders and walk around blasting music with their shades on and hats backwards, plus I’m a sucker for anything even somewhat retro 80s. I also knew that if it was anything like how Sony’s headphones sound, which are my go to headphones, I knew I would be in for a treat. Out of the box, the ULT Field 3 speaker is what you would expect from Sony; it is durable, well crafted, easy to set up and use and huge with sound and depth. The included strap was easy to install and can also be removed just as easily. It’s also very convenient to use and tote around instead of holding onto just a speaker which can be somewhat clumsy. After an initial charge, I was easily able to sync the ULT Three via Bluetooth and the Sony Sound Connect smartphone application. According to the specs, the battery can last up to 24 hours which is a great feature not available in many other small portable speakers. There was a update that needed to be downloaded and installed and after that I was able to start rocking! As expected, the sound was incredible with the option for Sony’s bass boost technology using the ULT button on the top of the speaker. It may not be as crystal clear as some other portable speakers I have used in the past but those also sacrificed the deep bass sound for more clear highs. The ULT Field 3 powers bass out both sides and, thanks to the two way active driver design, you can see the side passive radiators pounding in and out to every beat which is something you don’t see in smaller speakers. It has an IP67 water and dust proof rating meaning you don’t have to worry about it getting damaged near the pool or on the beach. Through the Sony app, you can also pair the ULT Field 3 to play in sync with other speakers using Party Connect or Stereo Pair. Overall, the ULT Field 3 ended up being the perfect fit and option for what I was looking for. Its sound is impressive and, combined with its size and style, is sure to stand out in a crowd of other portable speaker competitors and I would recommend it to anyone in the market for a speaker of this size.

As a music-loving household, we are constantly playing music outdoors, whether doing yardwork, cleaning the garage, or just relaxing outside, music is never missing. The ULT Field 3 simplifies the task to carrying a speaker outside every day and there’s the option to just strap it on and carry it around too. What blew me out of the water was the volume, I did not expect it to get as loud as it did. You would think it was a much larger speaker if you didn’t see it. Even at the highest volume, the sound integrity is never lost. *Build* The speaker is made of high-quality materials and is designed to be IPX7 waterproof, IP6X dustproof, rustproof, and even shockproof. The detachable strap is thick, sturdy, and adjustable. It has a sealed flap that covers and protects the charging port and battery care button, which can be activated to extend the battery life of the speaker. It is extremely lightweight and feels like a purse when I carry it around my shoulder. *Ease of Use* The ULT Field 3 turns on and off with a quick click of the power button, there is no need to press and hold and no lag time like with other speakers. Pairing is extremely efficient and takes just a few seconds. Again, just a quick click of the Bluetooth button puts it in pairing mode. I paired it to various phones within a short span of time as my family members each wanted a turn to play their own music during a dance party and had no issues. I do suggest disconnecting the previous device as the speaker will automatically switch over if music is activated. *Sound Quality* The sound quality is superb! It has crystal clear clarity and wonderful balance between the tweeter and woofer. Along with this is has sound field optimization to detect and adjust to environmental noise. The ULT settings adds massive punchy bass. The speaker still adjusts the mid and treble to balance out the overall sound, so the bass doesn’t overpower and drown out the rest of the sound. *Volume* As previously stated, there is no loss of quality with the volume maxed out. The sound fills a large room nicely, and it can still be heard clearly on the other side of my house, 30 feet away. *App* The SoundConnect app is simple and to-the-point, allowing remote changes to ULT and other sound setting, toggling between connected devices, and unpairing previously paired devices. It also shows the current battery life. *Battery* Battery is stated to go up to 24hours and a quick 10-minute charge can add two hours. I have been using it daily, and thus far have only used up 20% of the battery. I tested out the quick charge promise, and indeed I got the 20% back within five minutes of charging. *Overall* This is an amazing portable speaker and a great addition by Sony to their ULT collection. It lives up to expectations and is incredibly versatile. The size makes it great for outings and the volume makes it great for gatherings. As an avid camper, I am definitely taking this on the road with me. Its small profile is perfect as it does not become cumbersome when packing and its waterproof and dustproof rating makes the dusty campgrounds and lakeside a nonissue. I definitely recommend this to my fellow audiophiles to enjoy at home and on-the-go.

It’s obvious that you have a large selection of portable Bluetooth speakers out on the market. However, the Sony ULT FIELD 3 Portal Speaker stands out for various reasons. The first one being size. The size of the Ult Field 3 is approximately the size of 3 meat cans of Spam which makes it big enough to be the life of the party but small enough to be portable. Sony somehow packed a lot of sound and clarity into a package that will most likely travel everywhere I go from now on. The on-speaker modes of ULT1 and off seem useless. I don’t know why you would ever use the non-ULT1 mode of the speaker because the bass of the ULT1 is so smooth and perfect and not overpowering of the rest of the sound. Without the ULT mode turned on, the speaker seemed bland. However, with ULT1 turned on, it’s just amazing. With the slightly larger size, the battery is much bigger, allowing it to be powered for days. I have averaged 4 hours of Spotify streaming from my phone for a week and I barely hit the 50% mark of the battery remaining. I have no doubt that this speaker will last a week if you use it normally. Another thing that I originally thought was corny was the speaker shoulder strap. My first initial thought was it was ridiculous. However, after using it for the first few minutes, it has been around my shoulder all the time. I thought the wife would think I was being a dork, however even she thinks it looks cool being worn like a messenger bag around the house. She likened it to carrying a modern boombox around the house. Having worn it around the house, I sure have swung the speaker into walls, doors, and furniture and the speaker does not show one sign of wear. Although I would probably try to avoid swinging the bass ports at knives, the outer case is tough. I have additionally had the pleasure of spilling coffee on the speaker, and I rinsed under the sink the speaker and it is fine. I only did this because Sony claims IP67 waterproof and after accidental testing, it appears to be so. This furthers the claim that this speaker can go anywhere and everywhere you want it to go. Another feature that seems totally unnecessary, but I find using a lot is DJ mode in the app. While you are playing music, the DJ feature in the app lets you layer on top of the music sound effects such as clapping, drums, horns, and phrases. If you are at a party, you are essentially a walking DJ. One thing I do wish the speaker had been Wi-Fi-capable and casting features. It would be nice to play music without being connected to the phone so that messages and other sound sources on your phone would not be broadcast over your music. However, this would be a hit or miss to some people. By not having that Wi-Fi feature, this speaker seems future proof if smart features go out of style. Nevertheless, this is one of those speakers that has such good sound, incredible battery life, and great portability that it will end up being the most used speaker in the house and travel due to its versatility and ruggedness.

I have several Sony portable/party speakers and one thing they all have in common is stellar bass output. The ULT FIELD 3 continues that tradition in a highly portable size that will surprise you with the amount of quality sound you get out of a compact device. There are a lot of things to like about Sony speakers. They've been in the business a long time and offer high quality sound devices that, from my hands on experiences, blow the competition away. This size speaker is designed to fit a specific niche. Given the size of the FIELD 3, it will reside easily on a desk, shelf or countertop. To add more versatility, it can be placed in either a horizontal or vertical position. Given that the speakers are on either end, I suspected the vertical choice would really hurt the sound quality but, amazingly the sound is pretty much the same either way. That said, this speaker has BIG sound. Big enough to fill a good size room with sound. It can go incredibly loud. The ULT button cranks up the bass and presence of whatever is being played. It's possible Sony just included this as a button so that you can hear the difference between using the ULT and not, because I can't imagine anyone using the ULT once and not leaving it on all the time. The ULT does give the music a ton of punch and dynamic range. The controls on the FIELD 3 are nice and basic without any button that leaves you wondering “what the heck does that button mean?”. A power button (obvious), a Bluetooth button (also obvious), a Connect button for connecting this speaker to other ULT series speakers in party mode, a single transport button for play/pause/phone, and of course the volume + and – buttons. Oh and the ULT button, which you'll only press one time to turn it on. These buttons all have a great feel to them and are located on the top (where you'd expect them to be). Also on the top are the two strap attachment points. If you want to use the strap, you just need to pull each of these guys up, rotate them, and put them back in to expose the strap attachment points. The strap itself is heavy duty and adjustable. The hooks that slide in to the tie points are beefy and metal, without looking looking huge and drawing attention to themselves. It helps the hooks are painted the same color as the strap. Pairing was about as easy as it could possibly be. I turned on the FIELD 3, it connected automatically to my S24 Ultra. This is possibly due to the fact that I already have the Sony Sound Connect app because that's also used for all the other Sony speakers I have. As far as the overall appearance of this speaker, I like the size of it. It's very portable. I would say this is its' main strength. If I'm at home and outside, I go with one of my larger Sony Bluetooth speakers because they have better sound quality. But Sony has made a good portable here. The fabric on the main body is comfortable when carrying, and textured for a good grip. It also has an IP67 rating for water and dust which is perfect for pool areas, beach environments, camping situations and in general good for overall changing weather conditions. The color, I'm not thrilled with. Looking online, this speaker is shown in a very nice looking “Forest Gray” color, which looks like a cool sage green. Disappointingly, this is not how mine looks (even though the box mine came in says it is indeed Forest Gray). The color does seem to change in different lighting conditions, at times it seems like a richer gray color, but nothing I would call green. The online photos seem to greatly enhance the green color a lot more than I see in the real life edition. This particular unit does not come with any LED lighting which I'm totally fine with. On a portable speaker this size, it's completely not needed. If you're looking for the best sound quality in a wireless speaker, Sony has other, larger speakers that are better suited with this in mind. If you're looking for a highly portable Bluetooth speaker that offers way more bass than a speaker this size has any right to have, this is a really good choice. It took me between 15 and 20 minutes to charge from 60 to 100% using a 100W charger. Battery life seems respectable and none of my use cases drained the battery. Sony claims 24 hours of battery life which is probably reasonable, and it should easily last for a weekend camping trip no problem. You can also use the USB-C connection to charge a device like a phone. Even after visiting Sony's web page, I still can't explain what the “ULT” refers to in the name of this speaker series. Is it short for “ultimate”? Is it some acronym? I don't know! But it's in the name, and on a large button, so clearly it means something to Sony. For the sub $200 price, I feel that for that cost you're getting a really good speaker with great sound quality and top notch engineering that should allow this speaker to hold up for years of use.

This is a portable speaker that can also take the place of a TV soundbar or a stationary home speaker. You can position it with the controls on top, or stand it on its end as space allows. A shoulder strap is included with the speaker, which connects and disconnects quickly through innovative hide-away top access. The stated battery life is 24 hours, and it charges with a standard USB-C charger and can also function as a battery source to charge other devices. Please note that the charging block is not included. The accompanying IOS or Android app allows you to customise the device functionality and sound. There is a battery care option that will limit charging to 90% capacity, an auto standby option with will turn the speaker off in 15 minutes if not used, and an auto Bluetooth connect that will automatically turn the speaker on and connect when a paired device is in range as well as a mode to extend battery life. The sound options include the ability to either prioritize the sound quality or a stable connection, which is useful if you have a source device that drops the Bluetooth connection frequently. Also included is the ability to detect surrounding sounds and adjust the speaker for the best quality output, as well as a customer equalizer and a ULT Power Sound mode that significantly boosts the bass output. This can be enabled by a dedicated button on the top of the speaker or through the app. The speaker will also connect to other Sony speakers to create a party mode, and the app has a DJ control that allows you to layer effects over the music via a touch pad. Sounds emulated are robot, drums, scratch, audience, voice phaser, reggaehorn, and a preset rhythm that can all be changed by sliding your finger on the device screen. There’s a listening history available that can be configured similarly to a playlist for specific times or activities. Plus, the speaker is rated IP67 to resist damage from water, dust, rust, or shock.

I bought two of these Sony speakers and they exceeded my expectations. The sound is crystal clear with rich bass, and pairing them for stereo mode creates an amazing immersive experience. Bluetooth connects instantly, battery easily lasts a full day, and the water-resistant design makes them perfect for outdoor trips. The modern design with LED lighting adds a fun touch to any gathering. Absolutely worth it and I highly recommend them

The Sony ULT Field 3 is a powerhouse in a portable package. The sound is crisp, loud, and surprisingly deep for its size, with punchy bass that doesn’t distort even at high volumes. It’s perfect for outdoor hangouts, beach trips, or just vibing at home. The battery life is impressive, easily lasting all day, and the rugged, waterproof build means you don’t have to worry about a little rain or splash. Bluetooth connection is quick and stable, and the extra bass/ULT button gives your music that extra kick when you need it. Overall, the ULT Field 3 delivers rich, dynamic sound and durability in a sleek design—definitely worth it if you want a reliable and great-sounding portable speaker.

The Sony ULT Field 3 blew me away with how much sound it delivers for such a compact and portable speaker. The bass is rich and deep without overwhelming the mids or highs, making it perfect for everything from rap and EDM to acoustic sessions. It easily fills a room or backyard space with clear, powerful sound. Battery life is another huge win—it lasts all day without needing a charge, which makes it perfect for outdoor activities, travel, or just keeping around the house. The build feels durable and rugged, yet it’s sleek and stylish enough to fit anywhere. I also love how quickly it pairs with my devices and how stable the Bluetooth connection is. Overall, this speaker checks every box: portability, durability, amazing sound quality, and long-lasting battery. If you want premium audio on the go, the ULT Field 3 is a fantastic choice.

This is a very solid speaker. It definitely has the "Sony sound". What I mean is after listening to lots of different audio products over the years, you start to hear their sound profiles. Sony has a very pop music centered sound. Punchy but not deep bass, sufficient mids, and good highs. Just really a "gets the job done" sound, but at a cheaper price than the big B's that do the same thing. Overall, it's a nice touch that the bass boost Ult button can disable the bass for listening to softer instrumentals and more detailed music. It never feels crisp, but always seems to feel "enough". It will sound good in a midsized room, but is boomy in a small room or bedroom. This absolutely hits the ball out of the park for a good beach or patio BBQ speaker. It can easily fill a decently sized patio space with music and if you party connect a few together, you can fill any size space you can think of. The IP67 rating will keep the components safe from water sprinkles, sand, dust, and smoke. It can get fairly loud before distorting. Overall, I'd say if you are into pop music, country, or rock, this will hit all your needs beautifully. When the rock anthems start to play, hit that Ult button and let the air guitar commence. If your music tastes frequently jump to the softer side of music... instrumental jazz, smooth jazz, classical, soft rock... this speaker might be too unfocused and boomy for you. It's somewhat adjustable via the phone app, but I couldn't get it to dial in tight enough for my liking for the softer music listening.

This speaker works great. Connects fast when powering on, battery life is excellent, and the sound quality is great. Water and dust resistant. Only complaint is the material feels like it could get dirty easily, but should be able to wash / wipe it down given water proof rating.

Gets loud, good design, great battery life, and type c charging. Bass performance is good, overall I would say it sounds good/acceptable. You can kind of tell the distortion rate is high and sound separation is mid. I got it on sale for $150. For full price may be disappointed, but at $150 go for it.

after using jbl for years, we decided to switch up and give sony a try. Safe to say it exceeded our expectations, Music loud, water proof, durable and great battery life. we love it and would purchase again.

Great Sound with great bass and a fair price!! Battery life is really good and the strap makes it very portable!!

The sound quality is excellent, with a good balance of bass and treble, and it produces a really great quality of music overall. I also appreciate that it's waterproof, which is a great feature. Its portability is awesome, making it easy to take anywhere. Additionally, pairing it with other Sony speakers is very straightforward.

I am so pleased with my new Sony wireless speaker because it does exactly what I wanted. I needed a way to hear my television in different locations without blasting my apartment neighbors. I pick it up and carry it to my dining area, kitchen, and even my bedroom, and I can hear programs! Since I am technologically challenged, I was excited about how easy it was to connect to my television. I'm also happy with how long I can wait between charges. I simply can't think of any way it could be better.

The Sony ULT Field 3 is a rugged, portable Bluetooth speaker known for its tough build (IP67 waterproof and dustproof), great battery life (up to 24 hours), and strong bass from its ULT mode. It’s easy to carry, has multi-point Bluetooth, and useful app features like a customizable EQ and sound optimization for outdoor use

Was hesitant between this and the JBL but after listening to both, side by side, I like the highs a little better over the base being better on the JBL. I'm not disappointed at all and never thought I would use it as much as I do. Take it with me outside when working or doing projects in the house. Excellent Battery life even on the 90% setting that helps save the batteries lifespan. Nice size with great sound.

The sony ult field 3 is one of the best speakers for the money. Clear bass and mids gets plenty loud. The strap is very convient.

I've had both the 3 and the 5 and the sound quality is the same. The bigger version has more bass and light color options but also twice the size as the 3. The 3 is really light weight and portable and comes with a carry strap.