Short answer: both are discontinued, so this only matters if you are buying used, though neither ranks well in its class. Used, the Panasonic SC-TMAX10 is the better pick: it ranks #43 of 54 party speakers by sound quality (rated 2.6/5), against #51 (rated 2.1/5) for the Sony GTK-XB60. If you want one new, the Sony SRS-XV500 replaces the Sony GTK-XB60 and is rated 4.0/5 at $315.99. Both are rated below 3.0/5 among the 54 party speakers; for better sound, the JBL Partybox Club 120 ranks #6 at $399.95.
The Panasonic SC-TMAX10 is the better-sounding pick. A party speaker with a big woofer, music synced lights, and full karaoke features including vocal cancel and dual mic jacks. Watch for: Not as deep bass as others in the class.
The Sony GTK-XB60 is the longer-running, lighter choice. A party speaker with flashy lights, NFC pairing, app control, and RCA, USB and mic ports to work as a small PA. It is rated for 14 hours of battery against 10 for the Panasonic SC-TMAX10. At 17.6 lbs (8 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Panasonic SC-TMAX10 at 22.5 lbs (10.2 kg). It supports LDAC Bluetooth, which the Panasonic SC-TMAX10 lacks. The tradeoff: No deep bass at all, weird midrange peak, rolled off treble and overall strange tuning.
Buy the Panasonic SC-TMAX10 only if you find one used in good condition; both are discontinued, and it is the better rated of the two. For a new speaker, buy the Sony SRS-XV500, which replaces the Sony GTK-XB60.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Panasonic SC-TMAX10 | Sony GTK-XB60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349 Discontinued | $299 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #43 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #51 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~57Hz | ~60Hz |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | - |
| Dimensions | 11.2” x 23” x 11.9” (285 x 585 x 303 mm) | 10.4” x 21.7” x 10.7” (264 x 552 x 272 mm) |
| Drivers | 20cm woofer, 2x 6cm tweeters | 8cm driver + passive radiators |
| EQ | No | No |
| Frequency Response | 100Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Partychain up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Weight | 22.5 lbs (10.2 kg) | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 150W RMS | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Strap | No | No |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Panasonic SC-TMAX10: reviews by Stereo Specs.
- Sony GTK-XB60: reviews by DLX Willington.
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