Short answer: the Sony GTK-XB90 for better sound quality, the Sony GTK-XB60 for the lower price. The Sony GTK-XB90 ranks #46 of 50 party speakers at $429. The Sony GTK-XB60 ranks #48 at $299, $130 cheaper.
What the Sony GTK-XB90 gets right: Deep punchy EXTRA BASS technology for party use. The catch: Bass is muddy and not deep, weird midrange peak, rolled off treble and overall strange tuning.
What the Sony GTK-XB60 offers: 60W powerful sound performance with extra-bass technology for deep, punchy output. Watch for: No deep bass at all, weird midrange peak, rolled off treble and overall strange tuning.
Buy the Sony GTK-XB90 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
| Sony GTK-XB90 | Sony GTK-XB60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $429 Discontinued | $299 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #46 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #48 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~50Hz | ~60Hz |
| Battery Life | 16 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, 2.1A) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Weight | 30.9 lbs / 14 kg | 17.6 lbs / 8 kg |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| App | No | No |
| EQ | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Drivers | 12cm drivers + passive radiators | 8cm driver + passive radiators |
| Discontinued | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Sony GTK-XB90: $429 Discontinued
Pros: Deep punchy EXTRA BASS technology for party use. 3x 2.36” tweeters + 2x 7.09” woofers, built-in LED lights sync with beat. 16 hours battery claimed (9 hours real-world at moderate volume with lights). Built-in handle, portable one-box design. Fiestable plugin controls party settings and DJ effects. Three-device simultaneous Bluetooth pairing.
Cons: Bass is muddy and not deep, weird midrange peak, rolled off treble and overall strange tuning. Discontinued.
Full Sony GTK-XB90 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~50Hz |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 12cm drivers + passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (Partychain up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 2.1A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 30.9 lbs / 14 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 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| 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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