Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- SRSXP500
- SKU:
- 6457636
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 often highlight the XP500's impressive sound quality, deep bass, and long battery life as key strengths. Its portability and loud volume are also frequently praised, making it ideal for parties and outdoor use. While some find it a bit heavy, the water resistance and attractive design are generally well-received. A few users mentioned that the price point could be improved and the app requires some enhancements.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.fir music playing only the sound quality is great,but this system is not equipped for karaoke use
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bestbuyguest, We're glad that you like the XP500 for music playing. This can be used for karaoke. Plug in your microphone, pick a song and give it everything you’ve got. You can also enjoy various Karaoke features, such as Voice Changer, Echo, Key Control, etc through Fiestable app.
To learn more, please check the Help Guide: https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243095.html?search=karaoke
Should you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely,
Erin
Could be louder
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Nice sturdy speaker use it on the beach and at parties could be louder.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Lucask,
We are glad you like the quality of the speaker. If you want we recommend connecting 2 speakers via BLUETOOTH connection, you can enjoy a more powerful sound.
https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243088.html
The XP500 combines superb sound with plenty of party features to make it a fun and versatile speaker. With Powerful Party Sound by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear, and high-quality sound. It is perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Water-resistant, and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
Magic
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Lovely sound Good product you cannot be disappointed
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NewRevolution, Great! We're very happy to hear you love the excellent sound quality of your Sony XP700. With Omnidirectional Party Sound provided by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front and rear high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear sound in all directions. It’s perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, and has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Splash resistant and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. You can also optimize audio settings, control music, choose lighting patterns and manage your devices right from your phone using the Sony | Music Center and You can also access fun features like making party playlists, karaoke, and so much more with the Fiestable. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
heavy speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.nice sound good bass but to heavy easy to use happy with the purchase
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Eric, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your new SRSXP700. We're glad you like the powerful sound and bass that this unit delivers. And we appreciate your feedback about the weight of the product. The XP700 is built for a venue-filling sound. With Omnidirectional Party Sound provided by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front and rear high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear sound in all directions. It’s perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, and has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Splash resistant and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. You can also optimize audio settings, control music, choose lighting patterns and manage your devices right from your phone using the Sony | Music Center and You can also access fun features like making party playlists, karaoke, and so much more with the Fiestable Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Good sound and bass
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Tried this out and compared it to jbl partnox 310. The jbl gets lounder and has better bass than the sony when compared head to head. I eventually returned sony and went with the jbl
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GamingAspirer,
Thank you for your time writing this review. We're sorry to hear if we were not able to meet your full expectations with the volume level and bass sound of the XP500 speaker. We regret that you returned the unit and that we did not got the chance to troubleshoot and resolved the issue. We appreciate you and hope that you will shop Sony again in the future. Thanks again for shopping Sony. - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This sound is incredibly awesome! Party connect works really cool with the Lights and Connection distance!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi arie, Fantastic! We're pleased to hear you like the party connect feature, cool lighting effects, excellent Bluetooth range, and powerful sound this unit delivers. With Powerful Party Sound by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear, and high-quality sound. It is perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Water-resistant, and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. Thank you for choosing SONY. -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bass
Way Too Quiet.
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For the price, the speaker is very underwhelming. At maximum volume it's rather quiet, especially due to it's size. The 'mega bass' mode does put it above most portable speakers that struggle with lower EQ, however it's not nearly enough to dismiss the fact of how quiet it is, again, due to the size. I tried with both bluetooth and aux, neither having a notable difference. For the nearly $500 price tag, go with something cheaper and more conventional; if it were $200 it'd be a 4 star, but it's not. Oh well
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi parkplayer, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your Sony SRSXP500. And we're sorry to hear you're having a low sound level and quality issue with unit. We want to make sure you are getting the most out of your speaker. Please make sure you have downloaded the Sony Music Center app. There you will find all sorts of tools to fine-tune your SRSXP500 and maximize the volume to your liking. There is even an EQ. And for additional troubleshooting steps, please refer to this link: https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243111.html Should you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number: Regards, Sam
Good
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s a good speaker but not as loud as you would think for the price
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi OctaviusJohnson, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your new XP700. To ensure optimal listening experience, please follow the troubleshooting steps on the link below: https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243111.html Also, please download the Sony Music Center app. There you will find an EQ that can boost the sound level and quality. The XP700 is built for a venue-filling sound. With Omnidirectional Party Sound provided by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front and rear high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear sound in all directions. It’s perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, and has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Splash resistant and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. You can also optimize audio settings, control music, choose lighting patterns and manage your devices right from your phone using the Sony | Music Center and You can also access fun features like making party playlists, karaoke, and so much more with the Fiestable Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Sony Speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It's a good speaker, just a lot bigger than I had expected.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Polaroid, Thank you for the awesome review! We're very happy to hear you're enjoying your new SRSXP700. With Omnidirectional Party Sound provided by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front and rear high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear sound in all directions. It’s perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, and has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Splash resistant and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. You can also optimize audio settings, control music, choose lighting patterns and manage your devices right from your phone using the Sony | Music Center and You can also access fun features like making party playlists, karaoke, and so much more with the Fiestable. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Good
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I liked the product, it's not bad but the sound is still bad
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Gery, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your SRSXP700. To ensure optimal listening experience, please follow the troubleshooting steps on the link below: https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243111.html Also, please download the Sony Music Center app. There you will find an EQ that can boost the sound level and quality of the unit.
With Omnidirectional Party Sound provided by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front and rear high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear sound in all directions. It’s perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, and has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Splash resistant and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. You can also optimize audio settings, control music, choose lighting patterns and manage your devices right from your phone using the Sony | Music Center and You can also access fun features like making party playlists, karaoke, and so much more with the Fiestable Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Recommend it
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Just a bit too heavy but good speaker fof the price
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JohnSnow, Thank you for the positive feedback! We're glad to hear you feel that the XP700 is worth its price. The built-in handle should make the XP700 easy to carry arround and enjoy music anywhere you go. With Omnidirectional Party Sound provided by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front and rear high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear sound in all directions. It’s perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, and has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Splash resistant and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. You can also optimize audio settings, control music, choose lighting patterns and manage your devices right from your phone using the Sony | Music Center and You can also access fun features like making party playlists, karaoke, and so much more with the Fiestable. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Great
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Gets loud but there are better options for the same price
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dylan, We're glad to hear you like the powerful sound this unit delivers. To ensure optimal listening experience, try to downloaded the Sony Music Center app. There you will find all sorts of tools to fine-tune your XB-- and maximize the volume to your liking. There is even an EQ. The XP500 combines superb sound with plenty of party features to make it a fun and versatile speaker. With Powerful Party Sound by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear, and high-quality sound. It is perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Water-resistant, and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. Thank you for choosing SONY. -Sam
Speaker
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I tried it at the store and it was very loud, and when I brought it home and the crowd started gathering, it wasn’t as loud as I hoped we had to turn it off and borrow my neighbors speaker.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MrsA, We're sorry to hear that the volume level issue you're having. This is definitely not the news we want to hear. Please allow us to turn this into a better experience.
To play music louder, connect the speaker to an AC outlet. And to ensure optimal listening experience, please make sure you have downloaded the Sony Music Center app. There you will find all sorts of tools like an equalizer to fine-tune your speaker and maximize the volume to your liking. You may also refer to these links to help you resolve the issue and improve your experience with the SRSXP500: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/speakers-wireless-speakers/srs-xp500/articles/00228345 https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243087.html
Please note: The volume will become low when the maximum sound volume for playing music depends on whether the speaker is running on power from the connected AC outlet or from the rechargeable built-in battery. This, however, does not indicate a malfunction.
Hope this helps!
The XP500 combines superb sound with plenty of party features to make it a fun and versatile speaker. With Powerful Party Sound by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear, and high-quality sound. It is perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Water-resistant, and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. Thank you for choosing SONY! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Battery life, Sound qualityCons mentioned:Weight
Big Step Up In Your Party Game
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First off this thing is not for the weak, it's 37lbs!! Sony stopped playing with the little sound boxes and went big. You could put this in your car and boom you got great sound system in your car (just thinking outloud). Pulling this out of the box the second thing you notice is the quality and craftmanship that Sony put into this unit. Grip handles at both ends which helps when lugging this thing around. Nice powdercoat black look with rubber cover over the plugins in the back to protect them from the elements. They brought their A game speaker technology with rich highs and deep lows, really just a beautiful sound BUT there was songs that could not handle the bass with the volume high, turn it down to 50% and sound smooths out but you lose sound on hard hitting songs which I can not name. Most of the time I could turn up the volume to 75% to 100% occasionally, still great sound and listen this may work out once the speakers get some use, so it's still 5 star purchase. I doubt most people will not have the volume maxed out during a backyard party if you want to hear people at your party. At low volume this unit just sounds like it's got more in the tank, begging to be turned up, the bass just so on point your ear holes will want more. That thing rattling around in your head called a brain will perk up and pay attention asking where you been all my miserable life SRS-XP500! Again worth every penny and star. Move on to the light game this thing has, really a neat added feature you can control with the app. The bluetooth wireless was easy breezy hookup and there are two apps you can download the main app has EQ settings which could help with the bass at max volume level anyway, I got upto 50 feet away from the unit before any break up in music, i moved around my house while the unit was outside and phone in my pocket never lost sound (1500sqft house). Charges fast last long time I got 18hrs of plat time and I charged my phone on it so awesome battery life. Mic works really good and you can hook up a guitar and have live music at your party, yeah that just happened at mike's awesome party last night. Trust me this thing will wow your friends if you host lotz of party'z I'll use it for my outdoor theater nights on Saturdays.
I would recommend this to a friend Sony XP700 Speaker
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Speaker has great volume when plugged in and recently charged but if using primarily on battery you will notice a difference in volume and bass.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ElvisH, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're sorry to hear that you have a volume issue with your Sony unit. While the speaker is running on power from the rechargeable built-in battery, the sound may become low in the event that the rechargeable built-in battery is running out of power and the CHARGE indicator flashes slowly. This, however, does not indicate a malfunction. Please follow this link for more details:
https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243112.html?search=sound%20becomes%20low
If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Volume
Best speaker
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Loud. Great. Can hook up to your tv if it has blue tooth instead of a sound bar.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Marcus,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the sound quality of the speaker. The XP500 combines superb sound with plenty of party features to make it a fun and versatile speaker. With Powerful Party Sound by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear, and high-quality sound. It is perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Water-resistant, and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
Super Disappointed
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For the cost of this speaker I was underwhelmed. It’s not the easiest to carry even though it has handles. I personally felt like the music was distorted when you turn the volume up. The music was drowned out in a tiny indoor space with about 20-30 people. Also the whole app thing is not well thought out. Who wants to try to open an app when you’re at a function to try to adjust the sound. I don’t recommend
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RoomShifter, We’re sorry to hear about the sound quality issue you're having with your Sony SRSXP700. And we appreciate your feedback about the app and the weight of the unit. The weight is due to the all-new innovative X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front and rear high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear sound in all directions. We also kept the speaker IPX4 water-resistant, so you can keep on playing even if a few raindrops fall. And up to 25 hours of battery life & quick charging ability means you will rarely have to go without any music.
We also want to make sure you are getting the most out of your speaker. Please make sure you have downloaded the Sony Music Center app. There you will find all sorts of tools to fine-tune your SRSXP700 and maximize the volume to your liking. There is even an EQ. And for additional troubleshooting steps, please refer to this link: https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243111.html And please note: The volume will become low when the maximum sound volume for playing music depends on whether the speaker is running on power from the connected AC outlet or from the rechargeable built-in battery. This, however, does not indicate a malfunction.
Should you need further help, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
Sincerely,
Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Geat sound for the money
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this to be a permenent speaker for my bar in the basement. Sounds great
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Fantastic, Handyt1217! You've made a great choice!
We are so happy to hear you are satisfied with the exceptional sound quality of our SRS-XP500 for its price.
The XP500 combines superb sound with plenty of party features to make it a fun and versatile speaker. With Powerful Party Sound by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out a rich, clear, and high-quality sound. It is perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Water-resistant, and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next.
Thank you for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
Big and bulky and low volume for size.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We had a family reunion at the park and the box came with 25% prechargeed for the park had no changing ports. The led lights are nice for night time.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Think, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your SRS-XP500. We're glad to hear that you appreciate the excellent battery life and cool lighting effects of your new Sony XP500. At Sony, we are always looking to improve our product quality and features. We have noted your input about the size and weight of the unit and will be sure to forward this feedback to the appropriate department. And please note: The maximum sound volume for playing music depends on whether the speaker is running on power from the connected AC outlet or from the rechargeable built-in battery. This, however, does not indicate a malfunction. To play music louder, connect the speaker to an AC outlet. Hope this helps!
The XP500 combines superb sound with plenty of party features to make it a fun and versatile speaker. With Powerful Party Sound by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear, and high-quality sound. It is perfect for parties, inside or outside the home, has plenty of battery life, is IPX4 Water-resistant, and has an easy-to-use handle for moving from one party to the next. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Good but great
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good speaker bass wasnt to impressive but mids and highs was great
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DarrellB, We appreciate your feedback and we're glad that you like the speaker. You can customize the settings to suit your listening preference. With Sony Music Center, you can adjust Sound quality setting and equalizer. Should you need further assistance, please contact us at socialsupport@am.sony.com
Regards,
Erin