Short answer: the B&O Beoplay P2 for better sound quality, the Sony SRS-XB100 for the lower price. The B&O Beoplay P2 ranks #16 of 47 small speakers at $170. The Sony SRS-XB100 ranks #33 at $63, $107 cheaper.
The case for the B&O Beoplay P2: Surprisingly strong bass output for its size without distorting at volume. The catch: Good for its time, but now beat out by many others.
On the Sony SRS-XB100 side: Long real-world battery life (~17 hours in testing). Watch for: Not much bass. Seems pretty much the same as the XB13, maybe a teeny bit deeper bass and a little less muddy.
One note: the B&O Beoplay P2 is discontinued, but it still ranks #16 of 47 small speakers by sound quality, ahead of most of what is still sold new, so it is worth considering used.
Buy the B&O Beoplay P2 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Sony SRS-XB100 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If battery life is a priority, the Sony SRS-XB100 is rated for 16 hours versus 10 hours for the B&O Beoplay P2.
If water resistance matters to you, the Sony SRS-XB100 at IP67 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the B&O Beoplay P2 at no water resistance.
Specifications Side By Side
| B&O Beoplay P2 | Sony SRS-XB100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $170 Discontinued | $63.00 |
| Ranked | #16 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #33 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | None | IP67 |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | Pointing up |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 275 g | 0.6 lbs / 274 g |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 5.5" x 3.1" x 1.1" (140 x 80 x 28 mm) | 3" x 3.7" (76 x 95 mm) (diameter x height) |
| Charging Time | 2 hours | 4.5 hours |
| Drivers | 51mm full-range and 19mm tweeter | 46mm |
| Output Power | 15W RMS (per channel) | 2.5W |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
B&O Beoplay P2: $170 Discontinued Amazon
Pros: Surprisingly strong bass output for its size without distorting at volume. Compact, well-built design with tap/shake gesture controls.
Cons: Good for its time, but now beat out by many others. Discontinued.
Full B&O Beoplay P2 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 2 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 5.5" x 3.1" x 1.1" (140 x 80 x 28 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 51mm full-range and 19mm tweeter |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | None |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | 15W RMS (per channel) |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 275 g |
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Sony SRS-XB100: $63.00 Amazon
Pros: Long real-world battery life (~17 hours in testing). IP67 rated and pocketable at 267g, with a clip for bags/gear. Can stereo-pair two units.
Cons: Not much bass. Seems pretty much the same as the XB13, maybe a teeny bit deeper bass and a little less muddy.
Full Sony SRS-XB100 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 4.5 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3" x 3.7" (76 x 95 mm) (diameter x height) |
| Drivers | 46mm |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | 2.5W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 274 g |
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