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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 2902 reviews

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  • Sound Quality

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    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 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.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Volume

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    great cheap affordable speaker really loud good for indoors and outdoors!!!!!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Deeloc,
      Fabulous! The SRSXP500 speaker is definitely great for indoor and outdoor activities. Nice to know that you are enjoying our product. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    I love this speaker. Works great and has a great battery life

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi pcgamer,
      Perfect! We're extremely glad that you love functionality and long battery life of your XP500 speaker. We always strive to deliver the best quality with our products. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    You can never lose with Sony products. It sounds better than any other type of speaker of a similar range.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi FrancisA,
      Thank you for your kind words! We always strive to deliver the best quality with our products. Nice to know you like your Sony Bluetooth party 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! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great 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! This speaker travels to the pickleball courts and all the players love listening to the music. We have used it many times outside by our pool when we have pool parties and the sound is amazing! Love this speaker!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Renee, Awesome! We're thrilled you like the amazing sound quality and you're having an enjoyable experience with your speaker especially when used outside for your pool parties. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony 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. And speaker it self looks nice In my opinion sounds better than the JBL competitor

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RubenC,
      Excellent choice! Nothing makes us happier than hearing about customers enjoying our products! We really appreciate that you like the superb sound and stylish design of your XP500 party speaker. Thanks for the awesome feedback and for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    sony 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.

    the sound is amazing, the quality of sound allows me and family to throw a great party with good sound

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RobertoM,
      Thank you for such a great review! The XP500 is definitely great for parties. Nice to know that you had a great time. 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. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It’s worth it, get it !

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

    It’s perfect, not too heavy to carry around and the sound is great. I’m even thinking of buying a second one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello SergioL,
      Great! Thank you for purchasing our Sony SRSXP500 Party Speaker. We are thrilled to hear that you are pleased with the design and audio quality of your new XP500 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! - Marco Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    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.

    Good speaker bought it 3 years ago and still having a blast

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound quality with good volume

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

    Fantastic Sound! Gets used regularly by the music director at the local community theater for rehearsal with singers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DavidM,
      Thank you so much for sharing your great experience with us! We're really happy that you are enjoying the fantastic sound of the XP500 Party 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! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great LOUD sound!

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    LOUD and simple to connect too. Easy if you need to pack it up to go somewhere else too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Crisjoy,
      Many thanks for the 5-star rating! Glad to hear you like the powerful sound, easy connectivity, and portability of your XP500 speaker. Thank you for an awesome feedback and for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony never disappoints

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

    Great speaker. Great sound. Great look.... I'm ready to purchase a second one

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RamonS,
      Thank you for appreciating and supporting the work that goes into our product! It's great to hear that you like the superb sound quality and stylish design of your XP500 speaker. We are looking forward to your next purchase. Thanks for trusting Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Sony

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

    Great sound. Still learning about it. I am not sure how to use the microphone and play music at the same time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KennethM, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. We understand that you want to use the mic and play music at the same time. Please make sure that there is no audio cable connected when your are on Bluetooth mode with mic. You can find this link helpful:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xp500/v1/en/index.html

      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:

      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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No regrets

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

    Purchased for teenage daughter, she uses it in her room and for pool parties. She has definitely earned cool points with this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Ivan, Awesome! We're so pleased to hear that your daughter is enjoying the speaker both in her room and during pool parties. It's also great to hear that the XP500 has become a hit and has helped her earn some cool points among her friends. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bluethooth speakers

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

    Highly recomended! Nice product for any ocasion. The sound is great

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Yenima,
      Thank you for your positive feedback and highly recommendation! It's great to hear that you are enjoying the amazing sound quality of your XP500 speaker. We are committed in providing our customers with the greatest experience possible. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice bass sound, no fishing

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

    I really like this. I can carry it out to the yard when im working out there or fill the house with music. It has great sound.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi LeonardH, Fantastic! We're glad you're enjoying the great sound quality of this speaker for both indoor and outdoor use. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Absolutely love

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

    Absolutely love The size sound and quality did not disappoint. Purchase prior the holidays had family gathering and it was amazing. Highly recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi NicoleB, That's very generous of you! Thank you for the kind words and review of our XP500. We're happy to hear you like the excellent quality and impressive sound quality of this speaker. At Sony we strive to put forward the best possible products for our customers. It sounds like we hit the mark with the XP500. 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 and for the 5-star rating! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome speaker!

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Literally the best speaker I have ever owned. Everyone always ask where I got it from as they love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi YohanaM,
      Thank you so much for sharing your great experience with us! Your satisfaction with your Sony 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Loud but lacking some features

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

    This is a great sounding speaker. The only thing i can fault on it is not having any way to adjust base and treble on the device to take the bass out of things that dont have a built in mixer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Cloakedghost, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your SRSXP500! While we're glad you like the powerful sound this unit delivers, we're sorry to hear you feel that there is not enough dedicated option for bass and treble adjustment for this speaker. To ensure optimal listening experience, please download the Sony Music Center app. There you will find all sorts of tools like an equalizer to fine-tune your speaker and personalize the sound to your liking. Should you need any assistance, please email us 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. Thank you for choosing SONY. -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent speaker.

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sound out if this speaker is excellent! The ability to connect a few dozen of these together is mind boggling!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Towboy73, That's fantastic! We're extremely happy to hear you are enjoying the incredible sound quality and overall features of your new speaker. Glad to know you like that you can connect multiple devices (up to 100 devices) compatible with the Party Connect function. This gives you better bass, incredible soundstage, and versatility. 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 so much for your purchase and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The sound is awesome, perfect balance all around

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

    Im not very good with technology but the young salesman was very informative and ked me to this speaker. Its loud with a great sound just brings out the best in whatever song youre lustening to.

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

      Awesome! We are really thrilled to hear you are happy and satisfied with the exceptional sound quality of our SRSXP500.

      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 so much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US