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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 757 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers admire the XG500 Portable Bluetooth Speaker's exceptional sound quality, impressive bass, and long battery life. Many appreciate its portability and ease of use, finding it convenient for various settings. While some find the speaker a bit heavy or expensive, the positive feedback on sound and portability outweighs these concerns. The speaker's additional features, such as water resistance and vibrant lights, are also frequently praised.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound

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

    Great system and sound. Plays along time without recharging and that’s a plus. Highly recommended

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Michelle, We're happy to hear that you are enjoying the audio quality of your speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Speaker

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

    Good working speaker and also looks great very rugged

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

      Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the durable design of the speaker. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    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.

    Great sounding speaker. Sound is clear and base is unreal

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Ayron,
      Perfect! We're glad that you are pleased with the audio clarity and quality of our XG500 speaker. Enjoy and thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect large speaker.

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

    Sounds Amazing with low volume or cranked up. Controls are simple. Apps are useful. Lots of Bass. No issues or complaints. Very happy with purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi 818Neal, Great! We're glad you like the amazing sound quality, intuitive controls, and useful companion app of your new Sony SRSXG500. Your new SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass
    Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Packs a wallop

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

    It's a little bit on the heavy side but it's well worth it for the bass. The Sony apps for sound and lights work pretty well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Steely, we're glad you are enjoying the sound quality and lighting function of our product! The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. An all-new ambient illumination lighting produces modern and subtle lighting that’s perfect for parties or for everyday use. You can select a variety of different lighting patterns from the Sony | Music Center app. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superior design and practical

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

    I don't typically go for SONY but the look, design and portablity beat out competition. Superior sound, great battery life and Bluetooth quality is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Settings, You've made an excellent choice! We're thrilled you like the overall look, design, portability, exceptional sound quality, long-lasting battery life, and easy Bluetooth pairing of your new speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. The technology in the XG500 works in harmony for a better sound quality. The X-Balanced Speaker Unit gives deep, punchy bass and vocal clarity even with loud sound. A High-efficiency Tweeter provides crisp and spacious sound for high-frequencies. Passive radiators optimize to reproduce clear bass sound. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Rocking Bass

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

    This speaker is rocking. Has all the bass and provides clarity for the highs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello BrianP,
      Wow! That's nice to hear that you are enjoying your new Sony SRSXG500 for having such a quality audio/bass. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Volume

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    very good item

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

    Great product! LOUD and connects easily. We use it for outside pool parties all summer

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DarleneP, Awesome! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the powerful sound and easy Bluetooth pairing of your Sony SRSXG500. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Music Box

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

    Love the quality and sound of this Sony-portable bluetooth speaker. The lights add a strobing effect that creates a nice vibe as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi66SENIORCITIZEN, We're delighted to hear that you like the sound quality and features of your speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Reliable

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

    Amazing sound! Bluetooth connect very easily. Best someone in the market.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AbdoulS, Thank you for the 5-star rating! It's wonderful to hear you are enjoying the outstanding sound quality, easy Bluetooth pairing and overall features of your XG500. At Sony we strive to put forward the best possible products for our customers. It sounds like we hit the mark with the XG500. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Portable speaker

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

    This speaker is actually way better than I expected. Really good sound and bass! Glad I bought it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KrazyMexikan, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear you like great sound and bass quality of your Sony XG500. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Sony!!!!

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

    Amazing sound quality and Base. Battery lasts hours and hours. Extremely happy with it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlexH, Perfect! We're very pleased to hear you like the amazing sound quality, bass, and long battery life of your Sony XG500 speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good choice

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

    Easy set up and very good sound quality. I was looking for something smaller but this is actually very light and easy to get around

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

      You made the right choice! We're glad that you like the sound quality, weight, and user-friendly functions of the speaker. Your new SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best

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

    the best in speakers to listen to music, its long-lasting battery makes it the best in the market

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Ovidio, We're very grateful for this amazing feedback! Good to know you appreciate the excellent battery life of your Sony XG500. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Buy it on sale worth sale price

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love my boombox take it to practice every week great battery life and sound

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi NS1994,

      You made the right choice! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the battery life and sound quality of the speaker. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Go to bestbuy and get once

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

    Love sony products good quality and sound battery life is good and look premium too

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi BingM, Fantastic! We're very pleased to hear you love the premium design, great sound quality, and long battery life of your Sony XG500. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great party Bluetooth speaker

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

    Great sound clean and clear at all levels. Charge lasts a long time works great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Martucci341, Thank you for the excellent review! We're glad you like the clean and clear sound quality and long battery life of your Sony XG500. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect speaker.Love it.Very loud,clear sound,perfect bass.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GretaG, we're glad you love the sound quality of your new Bluetooth speaker! The SRSXG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Speaker

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

    Works great, loud and clear. Easy to conect and battery last long.!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JoaquinR, Thank you for the 5-star review of your XG500 speaker. We're glad you're enjoying the superb features, incredible audio, easy Bluetooth pairing and amazing long-lasting battery life of the speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for your purchase and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Volume

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice boom box

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

    Nice speaker for parties. Very good sound quality and loud enough for parties.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Kris We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality of your speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin Sony_US