Short answer: the Sony ULT Field 7 for better sound quality, the Sony SRS-XG500 for the lower price. The Sony ULT Field 7 ranks #40 of 73 boombox speakers at $400. The Sony SRS-XG500 ranks #45 at $344.99, $55.01 cheaper.
The case for the Sony ULT Field 7: Better sounding than the XG500. The tradeoff: Still not as deep bass as the top ranked speakers.
What the Sony SRS-XG500 gets right: 30 hour battery life; 10-min quick-charge gives 3 hours. The catch: Thuddy upper bass, not as deep bass as others.
Buy the Sony ULT Field 7 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Sony SRS-XG500 if the price matters more than sound quality.
Specifications Side By Side
| Sony ULT Field 7 | Sony SRS-XG500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $400 | $344.99 |
| Ranked | #40 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #45 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~52Hz | 49Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | Yes | - |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP66 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Connect up to 100 speakers) | Yes (Party Connect up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/1.5A) | Yes (USB-A, 5V/1.5A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| USB Playback | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 13.9 lbs / 6.3 kg | 12.3 lbs / 5.6 kg |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| App | No | Yes (Music Center, Fiestable) |
| EQ | Yes (App + ULT button) | Yes (App + ClearAudio+) |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 20.2" x 8.8" x 8.7" (512 x 224 x 222 mm) | 18.1" x 10.1" x 8.5" (460 x 256 x 215 mm) |
| Output Power | 100W | 2x 25W + 2x 10W |
| Drivers | 2x 114mm x 114mm X-Balanced woofers + 2x 46mm (1.9") tweeters | 2x 30mm tweeters + 2x 40mm mid-range + 1x 60mm woofer |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Sony ULT Field 7: $400 Amazon
Pros: Better sounding than the XG500
Cons: Still not as deep bass as the top ranked speakers. 8khz peak
Full Sony ULT Field 7 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~52Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 20.2" x 8.8" x 8.7" (512 x 224 x 222 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 114mm x 114mm X-Balanced woofers + 2x 46mm (1.9") tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (App + ULT button) |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 100W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Connect up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/1.5A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 13.9 lbs / 6.3 kg |
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Sony SRS-XG500: $344.99 Amazon
Pros: 30 hour battery life; 10-min quick-charge gives 3 hours. Battery care function stops charging at 90% to extend longevity. IP66 water/dust resistant. Two USB-A ports (one charges devices), mic/guitar inputs, AUX. Party mode links 100+ speakers.
Cons: Thuddy upper bass, not as deep bass as others. Speaker will not remain at max volume and will turn itself down automatically.
Full Sony SRS-XG500 review and specifications →
| App | Yes (Music Center, Fiestable) |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 49Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 18.1" x 10.1" x 8.5" (460 x 256 x 215 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 30mm tweeters + 2x 40mm mid-range + 1x 60mm woofer |
| EQ | Yes (App + ClearAudio+) |
| IP Rating | IP66 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 2x 25W + 2x 10W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Connect up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/1.5A) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 12.3 lbs / 5.6 kg |
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