Short answer: the Sony SRS-XB13 for better sound quality, the Xiaomi Mi Portable Mini for the lower price. The Sony SRS-XB13 ranks #34 of 47 small speakers at $69.94. The Xiaomi Mi Portable Mini ranks #37 at $21.99, $47.95 cheaper.
The case for the Sony SRS-XB13: Long battery life (~16 hours). IP67 rated. Compact with a removable strap for hanging on a bag/bike. Set against that: Not much bass. Muddy sounding.
On the Xiaomi Mi Portable Mini side: IP67 waterproof, TWS stereo pairing, 10-hour battery life, Bluetooth 5.0, compact 185g design, bass boost equalizer, dual drivers with passive radiator, built-in microphone, USB-C charging, affordable price. The catch: Not much bass, treble rolled off.
Buy the Sony SRS-XB13 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Xiaomi Mi Portable Mini if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the Xiaomi Mi Portable Mini. It ranks near the bottom of the 47 small speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Sony SRS-XB13 is rated for 16 hours versus 10 hours for the Xiaomi Mi Portable Mini.
Specifications Side By Side
| Sony SRS-XB13 | Xiaomi Mi Portable Mini | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $69.94 Discontinued | $21.99 |
| Ranked | #34 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #37 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 88Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | No | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 88dB | - |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 255 g | 0.4 lbs / 185 g |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.0 |
| Charging Time | 4.5 hours | - |
| Drivers | 46mm | 2x drivers (rare-earth magnet, long-fibre diaphragm) + passive radiator |
| Output Power | 5W | Not published |
| Dimensions | 3" x 3.7"H (76 x 95 mm) (diameter) | 3.4" x 3.4" x 1.8" (86 x 86 x 45 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Battery Capacity | - | 2000mAh |
| Frequency Response | - | 200Hz - 15kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Sony SRS-XB13: $69.94 Discontinued Amazon
Pros: Long battery life (~16 hours). IP67 rated. Compact with a removable strap for hanging on a bag/bike. USB-C charging.
Cons: Not much bass. Muddy sounding. Discontinued.
Full Sony SRS-XB13 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 88Hz |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 4.5 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3" x 3.7"H (76 x 95 mm) (diameter) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 46mm |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 88dB |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | 5W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 255 g |
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Xiaomi Mi Portable Mini: $21.99
Pros: IP67 waterproof, TWS stereo pairing, 10-hour battery life, Bluetooth 5.0, compact 185g design, bass boost equalizer, dual drivers with passive radiator, built-in microphone, USB-C charging, affordable price
Cons: Not much bass, treble rolled off
Full Xiaomi Mi Portable Mini review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Capacity | 2000mAh |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.4" x 3.4" x 1.8" (86 x 86 x 45 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x drivers (rare-earth magnet, long-fibre diaphragm) + passive radiator |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 200Hz - 15kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | Not published |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.4 lbs / 185 g |
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