Short answer: the Panasonic SC-TMAX10 for better sound quality, the Sony GTK-XB60 for the lower price. The Panasonic SC-TMAX10 ranks #41 of 50 party speakers at $349. The Sony GTK-XB60 ranks #48 at $299, $50 cheaper.
What the Panasonic SC-TMAX10 offers: 300W output with 20cm woofer (dual drive) + 2x 6cm tweeters. Watch for: Not as deep bass as others in the class
What the Sony GTK-XB60 offers: 60W powerful sound performance with extra-bass technology for deep, punchy output. 2x 5.12” woofers + 2x 1.97” tweeters. Watch for: No deep bass at all, weird midrange peak, rolled off treble and overall strange tuning
Buy the Panasonic SC-TMAX10 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Sony GTK-XB60 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 50 party speakers instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| Panasonic SC-TMAX10 | Sony GTK-XB60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349 Discontinued | $299 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #41 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #48 of 50 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 Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | - |
| Dimensions | 11.2" x 23" x 11.9" (285 x 585 x 303 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 |
| TWS | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Weight | 22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg | 17.6 lbs / 8 kg |
| Output Power | 150W RMS | - |
| Discontinued | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Panasonic SC-TMAX10: $349 Discontinued
Pros: 300W output with 20cm woofer (dual drive) + 2x 6cm tweeters. AIRQUAKE BASS produces deep, powerful bass you can feel. Blue Illumination synced with music. Karaoke with vocal cancel, key control, tempo control, echo effects. Dual mic jacks for duets with BGM level control. Compact with built-in handles, power bank compatible.
Cons: Not as deep bass as others in the class. Discontinued.
Full Panasonic SC-TMAX10 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~57Hz |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.2" x 23" x 11.9" (285 x 585 x 303 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 20cm woofer, 2x 6cm tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 100Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Output Power | 150W RMS |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg |
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Sony GTK-XB60: $299 Discontinued
Pros: 60W powerful sound performance with extra-bass technology for deep, punchy output. 2x 5.12” woofers + 2x 1.97” tweeters. Up to 14 hours battery at reasonable levels (3 hours at full volume with extra bass and lamps). NFC support, flashy party lights, app control for light moods. Pair two XB60s for wider soundfield. Works as mini PA system with RCA/USB/mic ports.
Cons: No deep bass at all, weird midrange peak, rolled off treble and overall strange tuning. Discontinued.
Full Sony GTK-XB60 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~60Hz |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 8cm driver + passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Party Mode | Yes (Partychain up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 17.6 lbs / 8 kg |
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