Short answer: both are discontinued, so this only matters if you are buying used, though neither ranks well in its class. Used, the Sony GTK-XB72 is the better pick: it ranks #50 of 54 party speakers by sound quality (rated 2.2/5), 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 Sony GTK-XB72 is the longer-running option. A party speaker with colorful lights, FM radio, USB and RCA inputs, and app control for lighting and EQ. It is rated for 23 hours of battery against 14 for the Sony GTK-XB60. The tradeoff: No deep bass at all, weird midrange peak, rolled off treble and overall strange tuning.
The Sony GTK-XB60 is the lighter pick. A party speaker with flashy lights, NFC pairing, app control, and RCA, USB and mic ports to work as a small PA. At 17.6 lbs (8 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Sony GTK-XB72 at 26.9 lbs (12.2 kg). The tradeoff: No deep bass at all, weird midrange peak, rolled off treble and overall strange tuning.
Buy the Sony GTK-XB72 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
| Sony GTK-XB72 | Sony GTK-XB60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349 Discontinued | $299 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #50 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #51 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | - |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~56Hz | ~60Hz |
| Battery Life | 23 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | Yes (Partychain up to 100 speakers) | Yes (Partychain up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| USB Playback | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 26.9 lbs (12.2 kg) | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| App | No | No |
| FM Tuner | Yes | - |
| EQ | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | No |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Drivers | 10cm driver + passive radiators | 8cm driver + passive radiators |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 13.6” x 25.8” x 14.9” (345 x 656 x 379 mm) | 10.4” x 21.7” x 10.7” (264 x 552 x 272 mm) |
| Strap | No | No |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Sony GTK-XB72: reviews by Stereo Specs.
- Sony GTK-XB60: reviews by DLX Willington.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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