Customer Ratings & Reviews

Looked it up on YouTube originally 349.00 but was on sale for 199.00 at Best Buy nothing but the best from Sony very pleased

At first I was pretty confused by the design of this XE300 portable bluetooth speaker from Sony. I couldn't quite figure out why anyone would design a speaker with such a tall and narrow driver. Was this a "directional" speaker? Wouldn't that limit the amount of sound that is output by the speaker to a very limited range? As it turns out, Sony very deliberately designed this speaker with it's new line shape diffuser technology. This would explain why the design choice initially seemed odd. After curiosity got the best of me, I did a bit of research. Sony's design choice was inspired by professional grade audio systems that are used at serious concerts. This design is supposed to help with distributing the sound evenly and wider to fill the empty space around you. After using this in various indoor and outdoor settings, I can attest that it does a phenomenal job of filling any room, or the space around you. The sound feels better dispersed with a greater range of coverage as compared to other current outdoor speakers that I've owned. I'm a big fan of the sound signature on this speaker. The mids are very clear and crisp. Very impressed with the vocals for a bluetooth speaker (listened to a lot of Diana Krall and it sounded amazing!). Even at full volume, the sound signature retains it's sharpness with no distortion. The bass is tight and punchy. Initially, I thought the bass was a bit lacking for an outdoor speaker but as I began to listen to different genres of music, I noticed that it was more than capable of producing a deep and punchy low frequency without sounding muddled. I think it's a very well balanced sound signature. It's not the best sounding outdoor bluetooth speaker I've ever heard, but it is the best sounding outdoor speaker I've heard in it's pricing segment. Also, I realized I could increase the intensity of the bass to my liking via the Sony music center app. In terms of build quality, you can instantly tell it was designed to take a beating. I feel very confident knowing that it will survive multiple rough drops. Most the the body of the speaker is outfitted with a very soft and comfortable rubber lining. Sony made this an IP67 certified speaker. The moment you hold this in your hands, you can tell that it's fully waterproof, shockproof, and dustproof. Sony claims that it maintains it's operability when submerged upto a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes. I left this floating in our pool for about 15 minutes playing music with no issues. I really like the rubber charging cut-out for the USB type-C port. Very easy to access and it has an outstanding seal. No water is getting through there! There are quite a few features that I found to be incredibly useful while using this speaker. A lot of these features are usually not found in other outdoor bluetooth speakers. I've listed them below: - 70 minutes of music playtime with a quick 10 minute charge - 30 meter bluetooth range (My current outdoor bluetooth speakers do 15M!) - Battery Care function (stops charging the battery just before it reaches 100% in order to increase the life span of the battery) - Incredibly easy setup. Just by my bluetooth being on, my Android device instantly detected the XE300 without having to manually pair it - Bluetooth version 5.2; This allowed for an extremely good bluetooth connection. During my week of testing, not once did I experience any sort of audio interruptions or noise - Physical battery indicator button that audibly tells you how much battery you have left - Phenomenal Audio EQ app; The Sony Music Center mobile app instantly detects the speaker, the app is very stable, and the EQ function is tuned well - "Bluetooth Connection Quality" on Sony Music Center App. Allows you to prioritize the bluetooth connection for sound quality or for a more stable connection if you're in a noisy 2.4Ghz frequency environment Overall, I think this is one of the best bluetooth outdoor speakers on the market in it's pricing segment. There are really only two minor cons I have. First, due to the somewhat large hexagonal shape of the speaker, it's a bit difficult to hold with one hand (for reference, I have medium to large hands). This is also compounded by the fact that it's a relatively heavy speaker. I would have loved to see Sony affix some type of unobtrusive waterproof handle on the back of the speaker where you can just slip your hand into. There's plenty of space on the back of the speaker to implement something like this. Not a huge deal but I think it would improve the portability experience. Secondly, you only get a measly 1.5 ft USB type-C charging cable. Luckily, with USB type-C being the current standard, people are likely to own multiple lengths of USB type-C cables. Other than those minor cons, I think beachgoers, pool junkies, or any outdoor weekend warriors will love this speaker. Not only does it produce some of the best sound in it's segment, but it's built to take heavy abuse. Buy with confidence, there's very little not to like.

As one of the best-known Japanese technology brands in the world, Sony’s vast product portfolio encompasses all sorts of highly-renowned electronics from top-of-the-line TVs to $20 corded headphones. It comes as no surprise that Sony was among the earliest to market with bluetooth-compatible boomboxes, later evolving into the ubiquitous bluetooth speakers we see everywhere today. The SRSXE200 Portable Bluetooth Speaker is their latest offering in the segment, acting as the entry level item among multiple new bluetooth speakers in the X-Series range. Despite its diminutive size, the SRSXE200 brings room-filling audio and power that’s as at home on the nightstand as it is next to the pool. As with any review of audio equipment, my impressions of sound quality will be subjective. I’ve tried to present them as objectively as possible, but in any case, I highly recommend demoing the speaker in-person at your nearest Best Buy prior to purchase. - Unboxing and Setup Shipped in recycled cardboard with a cloth covering on the speaker and instruction pamphlets kept to a minimum, I applaud Sony’s choice of eco-conscious packaging here. All items are recyclable, which is a welcome sight to see. The SRSXE200 is covered in soft-touch rubber and a cloth mesh, with the only opening being a small door that covers the USB-C charging port. This helps ensure it survives splashes or brief jaunts into the water, meeting the IP67 water-resistance rating. The speaker is pretty weighty at about 2 pounds - it’s far from the lightest speaker I’ve used but it feels very solid as a result. Buttons are clearly labeled and integrated into the soft-touch rubber - there’s a premium feel to the device overall. Setup is as straightforward as can be - hold the Bluetooth button to pair and locate the speaker from your device’s bluetooth menu. The speaker allows for multiple active pairings, letting you seamlessly switch between devices as you go. It won’t allow for simultaneous playback, however - the most recent play command will take control of the speaker. The speaker also includes a microphone for conference calls, which is very handy. The only thing missing I could possibly ask for is a 3.5mm microphone port for legacy devices, but these are becoming fewer in number, and having an exposed port would likely compromise the speaker’s water resistance rating. - Sound Quality Sony has once again worked its engineering magic to deliver a shocking amount of volume and clarity from such a small device. Optimized for as grand a sound stage as possible to fill a room or patio with audio, the SRSXE200 brings serious audio power to any situation. Dual passive radiators are a major selling point for delivering a surprising amount of bass across a good distance. Overall, the sound profile leans away from deep, boomy bass and compensates with strong response further up the band. Up close, the bass doesn’t get particularly deep and does take on a little bit of muddiness, but at a distance of more than a few feet it becomes clear that punchy bass was the goal. Bass notes are audible and clear at a long distance, which was particularly impressive at a small party. Even as we cranked the volume the audio didn’t distort, though as expected the bass response did fall off a little as the speakers, while strong, just aren’t big enough to deliver heavy bass at high volume. Mids and treble are crisp and clear at any distance, seemingly neutral on frequency response. Of course, one thing you won’t get with a speaker this small is a wide soundstage. While multiple speakers are present, it’s unlikely you’ll experience any sort of stereo effect as there’s little space to recreate decent stereo separation. Again, Sony aimed for room-filling audio from the single device and they’ve done a good job at that. You can, however, pair two identical Sony bluetooth speakers together in “Stereo Pair” to allow the speakers to act as left and right channels independently. The built-in microphone for voice calls works well enough. It doesn’t pick up from a far distance - you’ll need to be within a couple feet of the speaker to be heard clearly - but my callers said my voice was otherwise clear and conversation carried on normally without me raising my voice for the speaker to pickup. No complaints here. - Connectivity and Battery Life The Bluetooth range on the SRSXE200 is quite strong. I didn’t experience a disconnect from my phone until I was nearly past my neighbors’ house, over 100 feet away and through insulating walls. I never experienced a connection drop anywhere in my house or garage as I toted the speaker around with its carrying strap. All my devices with audio support had no issue finding or pairing with the speaker. Battery life and charge times are excellent. 2-3 hours charging on USB-C will yield a full charge, which Sony quotes at 16 hours for this speaker. I haven’t run the battery down fully yet to verify the claim, but with a full weekend of standby and a few hours of audio playback I only dipped to approximately 60% charge (pressing the BATT button will announce current charge state in 20% increments). I can certainly see this going the full 16 hours of playback and then some - in my experience Sony does somewhat underrate their battery life. Sony offers a feature called “Party Connect” which allows compatible speakers to synchronize their audio playback, creating a network of up to 100 speakers that can output the audio from a single device. I wasn’t able to test this as I don’t own any other compatible devices, but the prospect of having these spread about the house or patio for gatherings is a compelling feature I might embrace in the future. - Bottom Line The Sony SRSXE200 Portable Bluetooth Speaker delivers strong audio suitable for any environment. While bass response is on the weaker side, the volume and power on tap bring room-filling audio from a surprisingly compact device. An all-day battery and ubiquitous USB-C charging help keep the music going for hours on end, and the ability to connect multiple devices to the speaker and network said speakers with others for more grand audio setups is a huge boon. At $129 MSRP, Sony’s latest bluetooth speaker offering is priced right and fits pretty much anywhere. Recommended!

I bought this and the Marshall Emberton at the same time. This speaker was double the price and the sound was far flatter and quieter even though it is far larger and more expensive. Good functionality and great battery life, but if you’re here to hear your music and enjoy the tones… I’d look elsewhere.

excellent product I love the way it sounds and I like to buy through this application

I'd like to say that I'm using this new Sony SRS-XE300 for myself - but my Daughter is a Senior on the school dance team and has commandeered the unit to practice dance! Definitely big sounds come from this small package - and she's loving it. It was extremely easy to pair to her iPhone, provide a great deal of sound, battery last forever (up to 24 hours) and since it's rugged and waterproof - you really can't go wrong! She charges it overnight about once a week. The size is great for her duffle bag and light to carry around with no effort at all. When it's at home and charging - she uses it as a speaker phone at her desk. It provide pretty good quality voice audio and appears to cancel and echo of the incoming speaker. The mute button is easy to access in case you need to put yourself on mute quick (like due to the dog, UPS man, etc). Overall - I recommend this bluetooth speaker if you're looking for a rugged and portable device. Download the Sony apps to gain access to addition special effects and sounds too! Lastly - although I only have one - if your friends buy one as well, you can use Party Connect to link up to 100 of these devices together. That would be mind blowing!

MODEL REVIEWED SONY - XG300 PORTABLE X-SERIES BLUETOOTH SPEAKER - BLACK MODEL:SRSXG300/B HEADLINE: WOW – FANTASTIC SOUNDING PORTABLE SPEAKER – BEST I’VE HEARD OVERVIEW I’ve reviewed and owned lots of speakers and when it comes to audio, I am very picky. The SONY - XG300 is easily the best portable speaker I’ve owned. It faithfully reproduces music at all levels (high, medium, low), and all volumes. The price is not for the faint of heart, but if you want fantastic sound quality, you are going to have a dig a little deeper into your wallet. I tested a variety of music types and formats, and in different rooms and outside. The SONY - XG300 really delivers well in all situations. It is by default very bass forward, even with Mega Bass turned off, but because the app allows for basic Custom EQ settings, you can easily tune the base, middle, and treble to your own preferences. I happen to like good punchy bass as long it is not muddy (which it is not), and the other levels are not distorted. The app itself it easy to download, and install, and lets you control the lights, sounds, audio inputs and more. The control buttons are large and easy to use. I like that the lights are subtle and not over the top crazy flashing. You can turn them completely off if you want or just let them give a soft glow, or various other modes. The SONY - XG300 has a large battery (up to 25 hours), and a quick charge feature. It also lets you charge your phone at the same time via an USB-Type A charging port. I really like that it is powered by a USB-C connector to charge the speaker. No need to carry around extra chargers if you already have a USB-C power source handy. It is also water resistant. While I would not dunk it in the pool, you should be able to have it around the pool, beach, boat without any worries. The speaker itself is pretty heavy (like a brick), but it has a nice heavy duty handle that tucks away, when not in use. Overall it a great performer, and well thought out. SETUP There is not much to set up. Turn it on, most modern phones will auto-pair the Bluetooth connection and you are good to go. You can also download the Sony Music Center App, for even more control. Everything worked perfectly. There is a recessed panel in the back that you open for charging in case you want to top off the battery before you grab it and head to the beach. SUMMARY I fully 110% recommend the SONY - XG300 for anyone who does not want to compromise sound quality for portability. Video Review: https://youtu.be/Ky-0rBkndWM

Great speaker ! Would recommend getting two if getting this size , to get that full stereo effect.

The XE200 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker By Sony is a very compact little sound powerhouse. It can provide up to 16 hours of audio entertainment when paired to your android or iPhone. Like some other speakers it can be daisy chained to other compatible speakers to play music through all of them in complete synchronization to provide a genuine party like environment for you and your friends at nearly any type of gathering. The XE200 has a Line-Shape Diffuser speaker system that will pump out music to a full 180 degrees giving full sound even to the sides of the speaker, not just to listeners directly in front of the speaker or speakers as the case may be. And its dual passive radiators at the ends of the speaker add a degree of depth to the bass reproduction you can feel in your bones.! It is very lightweight and easy to take along nearly anywhere.! Don't worry about if you should pack it along on camping trips, hiking expeditions or a day by water. Its IP67 waterproof, dustproof and shockproof design gives it the versatility of coming along on nearly any adventure you have planned. I do wish it had the ability to be used to charge other devices when out and about like some others but it doesn't do that.

Love this speaker … especially since it was on sale…

I wanted to like this speaker, but the sound quality is just lousy. Size is well enough. Looks slightly more stylish than the competition. But man, that's where yhe compliments end. Downloaded the Sony Music app, updated the software. Only has a 3-slider EQ. Can move bass up, but then everything else gets washed out. Theres no balance. When you lower mids the music sounds underwater. When highs are bumped up, it makes everything sound shrill. This speaker manages to mangle music into noise. It might work for others, but it just sounds hollow. Mediocre effort.

Sony never ceases to amaze me with their audio tech. This latest XE300 bluetooth speaker is no different. First listen and be blown away. Pros: *Big sound in a little package *Competitively priced in this premium segment *Full featured *Battery protect mode that only lets you charge to 90% Cons: *Must use phone app for most of the features *No rubber feet to prevent marring *Limited buttons Don’t be caught off guard at the small-ish form factor. It’s not comically small and not enormously cumbersome. I would consider this to be the best size for both portability and stationary bluetooth speaker. Even with the small-ish form factor, it weighs in at a respectable 3lbs. Out of the box, the speaker came pre-charged for immediate use. Comes with just a USB-C cable. To fully unlock all the features, you will need to download and use the app. It came with a flat EQ and mono. After tinkering around with the semi-intuitive app, tuning your EQ to your liking and enabling “stereo” should be the first two things you do after pairing. What this speaker does well is the sound and connectivity. It pairs with my iphone 13 pro almost immediately and rarely without hiccup. After fine tuning the EQ to my liking, the bass is very respectable for the size and nearly zero distortion on full volume. Full volume is loud for inside the house but can be lacking outside if you’re 20+ feet away. The speaker touts its ability to be water and dust proof. That insinuates that it’s a “go anywhere” speaker but the fit and finish is more for indoor use than outdoors. The soft touch plastics can easily get marred and especially when it doesn’t come with little rubber feet to keep the sides from making contact. The speaker can be placed either vertical or horizontal. The unique shaped woofers lead to a very wide soundstage. This innovative design works great and I hope future iterations include the design. Do note that with a vertical orientation, the side buttons are very hard to press without two hands. The speaker does sound slightly better horizontally. In summary, I do recommend this speaker to anyone in the market for a mid sized bluetooth speaker that sounds and looks great. The long battery life is enough to satisfy most needs but why advertise water and dust proof if the speaker doesn’t have “feet” to keep your speaker looking pristine? I guess just place it on tables and grass and not on concrete or uneven rocks.

The first thing that you notice is that this speaker is BIG. But it does perform admirably. The sound is great, and the battery life is amazing. There is even a USB type A port for charging your phone if you need it. Sony claims 25 hours of battery life on a moderate volume, and I can believe it given my experience so far. This speaker is also true stereo, but given that the separation is only a few inches, you cannot expect great stereo separation in a unit this size. But that sound is still wonderful, with bass ports on either side that can keep the house thumping! There is a USB-C port for charging, and a 3.5mm jack for wired input. Included in the box is a wired 5V USB-C wall wart, but you can use any type-C charger that you have lying around. This speaker also advertises water and dust resistance, and it certainly appears plausible, especially given the big rubber door covering the ports on the back. One final feature that I have never seen before is the option to limit the battery charging to only 90%, which means that the battery will not wear out nearly as fast. Kudos on Sony for including this feature. I wish that more devices with rechargeable batteries did this. But as good as this speaker is, there are a couple of tiny nits to pick. First is that there is no NFC paring option. Other, less expensive speakers from other manufacturers have this feature, and it would have been a nice option to have. Second is that, while there is a "light" feature, it is very dark and battery life takes a hit while in use. The bass ports on the side are lit by an RGB LED, but because the speakers themselves are black, most of the light is simply absorbed. The lighting effect is close to invisible during the day, and disappointing at night. But I don't actually care about lights, so I just leave them off. According to the manual, the "25 hour" battery life drops by hours when the lights are turned on, so I would just leave them off. Another thing to be aware of that you will NEED to download the app to change many of the settings. The option to limit battery charging to 90% can only be activated by the app. There is a button to turn the lighting effects on or off on the back, but if you want to change which lighting effect is used, you need the app. The final curious thing is that this speaker is supposed to be rugged, and has water and dust resistance. However, the entire unit is covered in a nice-feeling fabric. While it looks and feels great, I can't help but feel that the fabric will easily hold dirt and sand. This won't hurt the speaker at all, but it might shed dirt every time you move it once you bring it back in the house.

It’s honestly not any significant amount better than a simple wonderboom speaker that is cheaper and smaller.

Bass could be better, my XB 41 has better sound I think

Excellent sound and useful features make this an easy-to-recommend portable Bluetooth speaker. From the initial setup and to the easy-to-use app, this is a great speaker to have around. The collapsible strap makes for easy transportation and the light are nice and subtle and can be turned off if they're too distracting. While I may never be able to fully take advantage of it, the ability to link up with up to 100 other compatible speakers is super cool. This would be a great feature to have if you had friends with them and were hanging outside. The design and material are also very attractive and give a premium feel. The material is a soft fabric that looks very sleek. Add in that it's water and dust resistant, and it's ready to go to almost any place you'd like. It also has the cool ability to act as a power bank for your phone/tablet. It also has a good feature that you usually only find on laptops or similar devices - the option to turn on what Sony calls "Battery Care". This keeps the speaker from fully charging if it's going to be plugged into the wall for an extended time to help prolong the life of the battery itself and prevent degradation. Overall, this is a smartly-designed and sounding speaker. Between this and their headphones, I think Sony is killing it in the audio department. Pros: Excellent sound, great features, sleek design, retractable lifting strap, acts as a battery bank Cons: A bit pricey, may be considered somewhat big/heavy for a portable speaker

This Sony portable speaker is a winner. It easily connects to bluetooth after charging with a USB-C charger. Once it is turned on the quality of the sound is noticeable immediately. Full Bass, clear sound quality are evident. Sony calls it "X-Balanced Technology". I call it supreme clear sound quality. I am no audio expert, but I own other portable speakers and can tell you this one has the best sound quality. You can stand the unit vertically or horizontally. The unit has a solid hand strap. The outer layer case has a solid feel. The coating has a rubber feel. The speaker is waterproof and can accept phone calls as well. The microphone seems to work very well as I tested it. The full charge lasts and lasts. I used it a good part of 2 and a half days before recharging it. They say charge can last up to 24 hours. The unit has a quick charge function that can give you about an hour of use on a 10min charge. The charging technology keeps the charge just under 100% to keep a longer battety life. Again, all great features that Sony put into this speaker. The speaker is also waterproof. If this were not enough the Sony app works great with the speaker. An app is not necessary to use this speaker, but it is another added feature that enhances your listening experience with many features built into the app. Sony did a great job in this product build. I am sure that I will get many years of great use from it.

It sounds okay, but not as good as the sales person said

The Sony XE200 is one of Sony’s latest Bluetooth portable speakers. This speaker boasts a “line shaped diffuser and X-balanced speakers” to provide a wide sound stage. In addition, this speaker keeps the IP67 rating that many of Sony’s portage speaker provide. After using this speaker, it leaves much to be desired. In The Box: - XE200 Speaker - USB to USB-C Charging Cable - Manuals/Quick Start Guide Setup: Out of the box setup is a breeze if you already have the Sony Music Center App. Open this up with the speaker powered on and the app finds the speaker immediately. Once you go through the few screens to register your speaker, it’s ready to go! If you want to pair this via Bluetooth, you can do this too by going through your devices Bluetooth settings and finding the XE200. Either method is very simple. Since this speaker supports BT 5.2, this allows you to enable faster connecting/pairing with supported devices. I would recommend using the Sony app so you can get the most out of this speaker in terms of setting, EQ, and power options. The speaker has dedicated buttons on the side for most tasks but this doesn’t allow EQ adjustment. Speaking of the buttons, they are very tactile and are easy to read/use. You’ll find buttons for power On/Off, BT Pairing, Play/Pause/Phone, Volume Up/Down, and Battery Saver? and Mute Mic. The speaker design is fairly nice with a flap on the back for USB-C charging. The cloth strap feels robust and the overall build quality seems up to Sony standards. Here is where the disappointment starts. Sound Quality: Given I have had MANY encounters with Sony portable speakers over the years along with headphones of all types, I had an expectation with this speaker. Well, this is the first time that expectation was not met and actually I would go as far to say this has a disappointing sound quality. Now let me preface this with the fact that I understand this is not part of their XB series speakers which offer Extra Bass but even given this fact, the speaker sounds extra flat. I have tried EQ adjustments and different streaming methods with no avail. The speaker holds pretty true to Sony’s claims of very little distortion but as the volume exceeds that 60% threshold or so the speaker loses what little bass it has. The speaker volume is acceptable although I would say it’s not overly loud but because this is their entry level X series product it more than acceptable in that department. Because sound quality did not meet my expectations (and is the primary function of speaker like this) I would highly recommend looking at Sony’s XB series. The XB33 is right around the same price and should offer sound just like my XB31 which is far superior sounding. The only downside is it might be missing a few features this speaker has but offers others that this one doesn’t have. It’s a tradeoff. Features: The XE200 has enhanced microphone technology called “Echo Cancelling Technology”. This allows two people to talk at the same time without cutting one of them off. It also has multipoint connection to allow two devices to connect at the same time. The microphones seemed to perform fine in my testing with the device. The speaker features quick charging capabilities and battery care. There is a setting to limit charging to 90% of capacity in hopes of the battery lasting longer. I turned this on because 90% of the 16hr claimed battery life is plenty for me as I always charge up before 0%. The quick charge gives you 70 minutes of playback in just 10 minutes of charging. The IP67 rating means this speaker is dust and water proof and offers shock resistance. The carrying strap should help with transportation as does the small size. Overall: This was the first Sony product I can recall in many years to not meet my expectations in sound quality. Even though this is the entry level speaker in this lineup, it doesn’t compare to the similarly priced XB33 in terms of sound quality. When you compare those two speakers, the size, weight, and price are so close that I would happily loose one or two features for better low end sound quality. Hopefully this helps anyone looking into the XE200 that might want some low end tones in their portable speaker. The XE200 just doesn’t offer that like the XB series even in the same size speaker. Pros: - Compact, light - Design, Build Quality - Buttons, Carrying Strap - IP67 Rating - Microphones - BT 5.2 Connectivity Cons: - Sounds Extremely Flat (Even for it’s size) - No Reverse Charging (Powerbank function)

Looking for great sounding audio from a portable Bluetooth speaker? I found a great option from SONY, the XG300. Not only is it portable with its own self contained battery, it can even share that power to keep your phone charged and running while at work or play. SOUND: that's all I really care about in a speaker. The XG300 delivers. Free apps make it more versatile, but aren't required for out of the box connecting and usage. Phone connected and need to make a call? Your covered with the built in microphone. Answer the phone with a press of the button on the left side next to the power ON/OFF button. The unique hourglass shape gives this little speaker pair some awesome bass. If you have a compatible SONY Bluetooth speaker, you can join them wirelessly and be surrounded by your music. I love it while working in the garage or on the job. It even has its own toolbox. The unit is rated for water and dust so harsh locations won't bother it. The speakers have cool LEDs when I'm using them for down time. The charger is super fast giving hours of playback in a few short minutes of plug time. The unit's carrying handle folds into the top between the easy to actuate buttons. Clear and large enough to see without glasses. They also have a raised surface to touch recognition. The charging port is SUB-C for high power fast charging. Zero to FULL in less than 5 hours.