Short answer: the Sony ULT Tower 7 for coverage and endurance, the Tower 5 for size and price. The Tower 7 adds 420W, a claimed 30-hour battery, rear tweeters for 360-degree sound and wheels, against the Tower 5’s 300W and 20-hour claim. The Tower 5 keeps Sound Connect, 10-band EQ, ULT modes, IPX4 and RCA/XLR/USB-C in a 28 lbs (12.7 kg) package, so it fits better when that extra scale is unnecessary.
The Tower 5 is the compact value model; the Tower 7 is the expanded all-day option. The Tower 5 has 300W, a 20-hour removable battery and a three-driver front array. The Tower 7 adds 420W, a claimed 30-hour battery, rear tweeters for 360-degree sound, wheels and a larger cabinet.
Choose the Tower 5 for size and price: It retains Sony Sound Connect, 10-band EQ, ULT modes, IPX4 protection and RCA/XLR/USB-C connectivity in a 28 lbs (12.7 kg) package.
Choose the Tower 7 for coverage and endurance: Its seven-driver layout, longer battery claim and wheels make it the more capable choice for larger spaces and longer events.
Buy the Sony ULT Tower 7. It is rated higher for sound quality, and saving $200 with the Sony ULT Tower 5 does not make up for the sound-quality gap.
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A powerful party tower with deep bass, a removable long battery, and mic and XLR inputs for karaoke or DJ use.
A big, loud party speaker on wheels with punchy bass, a 30 hour battery, 360 degree sound and inputs for mics and instruments.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Sony ULT Tower 5 | Sony ULT Tower 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $348.00 | $548.00 |
| Ranked | #5 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #1 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (Sony Sound Connect) | Yes (Sony Sound Connect) |
| Aux Input | RCA input | RCA input |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (lights off; manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-C) |
| Dimensions | 14.1” x 21.1” x 11.1” (358 x 536 x 282 mm) | 13.7” x 16.6” x 28” (348 x 422 x 711 mm) |
| Drivers | 3 drivers: 1x 9” woofer, 2x 2.4” tweeter | 7 drivers: 1x woofer, 2x midrange, 2x front tweeter, 2x rear tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (10 band; ULT1 / ULT2 / Flat) | Yes (10 band; ULT1 / ULT2 / Flat) |
| Guitar Input | No | No |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Microphone Input | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | Yes (360 degree Party Sound) |
| Amplifier Power | 300W | 420W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C charging) | Yes (USB charging) |
| Power Input | AC power cord | AC power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | Yes (Stereo Pair) | Yes (Stereo Pair) |
| USB Playback | Yes (USB-A and USB-C) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Weight | 28 lbs (12.7 kg) | 50.3 lbs (22.8 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Strap | No | No |
| Wheels | - | Yes |
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