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.
Great large Bluetooth speaker
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have been looking at getting a large Bluetooth speaker for some months now. I was originally was looking at JBL, but have not seen one in stock for a couple months now. I started looking online, but really hard to get an idea for size, sound, look, ease of use, etc. I went into my local Best Buy just to browse and found this product. Really surprised of how good it sounds. Have tried different genres of music and have been happy with how each plays from this speaker. I primarily use this around the house for outside activities. Have used already for a couple parties, and have had many compliments. Another plus is the 28 hr battery life on a full charge. I have used this for a period of twelve hours in a day and never had to worry about the battery. Have not put the battery life through a full test yet. Overall I am happy with the product. The only dislikes I would have is if you have a big interest in the party lighting on this speaker it is not as much as some other large speakers that are on the market. It was not a deciding factor to myself and honestly I don’t use. I do wish that these larger speakers would come with some wheels to make it more maneuverable. You may want to create some type of cart for it to move as it can be quite heavy and awkward sometimes. This can just depend on how often you are moving it from place to place. I am happy with the purchase and would suggest it to someone looking for a large Bluetooth speaker.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TXBearkat, We appreciate your detailed review. It's good to hear that you like the audio quality and battery life of your newest Bluetooth speaker. 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.
We'll take your feedback about having this unit wheels to make it more maneuverable. Overall, we are pleased to hear that you are happy with your purchase.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Erin
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Party Box
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect sound, durable battery charge Highly recommended
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WorthThePrice, Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality and battery life of your new 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! Erin
- Pros mentioned:Portability, Sound quality
great buy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great sound. easy to use. might buy another one to connect.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi erex020202, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. 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. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Volume
It's an okay speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this as my new tailgating speaker. Sound quality is fantastic, volume - when plugged in - is incredible. Once it's unplugged and running on battery, the max volume drops significantly. It's still pretty loud, but it was just a touch louder than my jbl extreme it was replacing. Ultimately returned.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi patd, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. We're sorry to hear that you had returned your SONY unit. It is recommended to follow this link when the sound becomes low while in use:
https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243112.html
We have our Support team that is always happy to assist. you can email us anytime at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
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.
We hope you consider SONY again. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Bass
Great buy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The speaker is great, i had the previous generation from about 6 years ago and it broke due to my stupidity but i bought this one and its an improvement in every aspect, lots of bass
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Disco, Sorry to hear about what happened to your old speaker. It's good to know that you like your new Sony portable Bluetooth 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 your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Crazy good for the money!!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.No way no how can you get a better speaker for the money. I paid $299 on a Black Friday sale and its the best $299 I’ve spent on a speaker in a very long time. You’ll love it if you get one.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Justinhodge777,
Awesome! We're glad we were able to give you a great a deal. Your satisfaction with your Sony Bluetooth Party Speaker is greatly appreciated. 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! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is awesome!! The only thing stopping it for a 5 is that in an open area like at a baseball game it is not loud. If you plug it into an outlet it gets louder but compared to other speakers it’s not that loud enough.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RobertpO,
Thank you for your time writing this review. We're glad to hear that you like the amazing sound quality of your SRSXP500. However, we're sorry if your feel that the sound is not loud when using the speaker on an open area. Allow us to help make this a better experience.
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. If the sound is low, please check the following:
Charge the built-in battery sufficiently.
To play music louder, connect the speaker to an AC outlet.
Turn up the volume of the speaker and the connected device.
Check that the connected device is playing.
For reference: https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243112.html#
To ensure optimal listening experience, please follow the recommended steps on these links:
https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243086.html
https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/contents/TP1000243087.html
Also, please make sure to install the “Sony | Music Center” on your smartphone to change the sound settings and adjust the Equalizer to tailor the sound to your personal preference.
Should you need further assistance, feel free to contact us by sending an email to socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following:
Name:
Best Buy Username:
Telephone Number:
Model Number:
Issue:
We appreciate your feedback. Thanks again for purchasing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Bass
Sony speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent Speaker we are very happy, the Bass is amazing A++++
I would recommend this to a friend Perfect Christmas gift for the wife
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I saw this speaker while roaming through BestBuy and heard music coming from one of three speakers which where all the Sony XP series. the sound quality was very nice, but I was thinking what I would need it gigantic speaker for. Two Christmas parties this with my wife being the life of the party I knew that this would make the perfect gift for her. I search online looking for a good quality karaoke machine but then realized that "party speaker" was what I needed to search for. Review of the speaker. Like I said earlier the sound quality is amazing, I can connect via Bluetooth and there is even a Sony app that allows you to download your music library. I had to purchase microphones to use for karaoke. this machine is light and easy to move around unlike the xp900. This speaker is also very loud with nice base. the only downside would be that you can't put this on a pole tripod.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .That's wonderful, Charlemain105! It surely is a perfect gift for the holidays. We're glad that you and your wife are enjoying the amazing sound quality of the speakers. With the 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 app. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Craig
Big booming sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Even out the box this gave great sound for a bbq we had.and the JBL sync works great
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello PatrickD,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're excited to hear that the SRSXP700 delivered great sound right out of the box for your BBQ! It's a true pleasure to know that the sync feature worked seamlessly and enhanced your experience. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Bass
Awesome BT Speaker!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great speaker for out by the pool for our Sunday Funday parties every week. Very clear audio and good base for what it is. Definitely keep it plugged up when using if possible as it is a good bit louder when you do.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JohnR,
Awesome! We're glad to hear your enjoyable experience with the amazing sound quality of your XP500 speaker. This is definitely great for outdoor activities. The XP500 is a speaker that's built to help fun-loving people make the most of their life. Whether you're relaxing in your living room or partying in your garden, the XP500 will give you a superb sound and plenty of fun features. All you have to do is choose the music. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Kris
Best thing ever!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent product! I now have 3 ! Don’t need a DJ anymore!!!!!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Yessir,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re honored to hear that the SRSXP700 speakers have impressed you to the point of acquiring three units. It is gratifying to know they provide the powerful and high-quality sound experience you expect, effectively fulfilling your audio requirements. Thank you for your continued trust in our products.
Best regards,
-Fred
Great speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great speaker with great sound and bass. Would recommend to anyone who loves music and loves having people together.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MichaelV,
Thank you for the amazing 5-star review! We're thrilled that the Sony SRS-XP700 has been a perfect fit for you. Hearing that you love the sound and bass, and that it helps create a great atmosphere for gatherings, is fantastic feedback for us. We hope you continue to enjoy your music with it for years to come!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
Strong versatile speaker.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great rich sound. Clear highs and deep bass. Bluetooth connection is easy. Very nice to setup outside next to the pool.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SteveW,
Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review! We're so glad you're enjoying your SRS-XP700 speaker.
It's wonderful to hear that you're impressed with the sound quality—from the clear highs to the deep bass. We also appreciate you mentioning the easy Bluetooth connection, which is something we worked hard to perfect. We love that you're using it by the pool to create the perfect outdoor listening environment!
Thank you for trusting Sony!
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good party speaker
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Nice sound. Easy to connect to your phone. Can take it anyway
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony speaker
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Speaker is very loud, great for indoor or outdoor gatherings
I would recommend this to a friend Best speaker on market
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the sound this speaker can generate. We have a large backyard and have hosted lots of parties, this speaker always delivers. I love this purchase. Great speaker if you need something for large events or large spaces. Sound is amazing not matter what kind of music you play.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RobertcE, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like your new speaker. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
Dukes of Hubbard
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love this thing 1234567890112213151516171819
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi user340833, We're happy to hear this feedback! 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 app. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Good, but not the XV-500
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good little speaker. Has a great battery life. I own two XV-800 which has far more features including echo control. I purchased this thinking it would’ve been the same, but got the incorrect model. I should’ve done my homework and got the XV-500.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PatrickM, We're glad that you like the battery life. The XP500 has powerful party sound by the X-Balanced Speaker Unit and the front high-efficiency tweeter, it sends out rich, clear, and high-quality sound. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
I love this speaker perfect for small party
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the sound and the extra bass sounds great love it
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Chay, Awesome! We're very happy to hear you love the great sound quality and extra bass of your new Sony XP500. We designed this speaker with small parties in mind, so we're happy that it's meeting your needs.
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