Short answer: the Sony SRS-XP500 for a balanced, long-running party speaker. It uses a 20W 3-way system with dual passive radiators, delivers clear highs and punchy bass, and claims 20 hours of battery, though it is not as loud and its bass is not as deep as a Partybox 100 or 110. The Teufel Rockster Neo only offers a pretty good tuning that our notes rate below a JBL Partybox 330 or Electro-Voice Everse 12.
Buy the Teufel Rockster Neo ($807.72) for a battery-powered PA speaker; the Sony SRS-XP500 ($549.99) suits a party speaker instead.
There is a real battery-life gap here: the Teufel Rockster Neo is rated for 36 hours, the Sony SRS-XP500 only 20 hours.
There is a real gap in water resistance: the Teufel Rockster Neo at IP44 (splashing) against the Sony SRS-XP500, which has no water resistance.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Teufel Rockster Neo | Sony SRS-XP500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $807.72 | $549.99 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #4 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers | #15 of 44 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (Teufel Go) | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 40Hz | 42Hz |
| Battery Life | 36 hours, 56 with Eco Mode (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 17.2” x 25.6” x 12.8” (438 x 649 x 326 mm) | 10.8” x 22.5” x 11.6” (275 x 572 x 295 mm) |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP44 | None |
| Inputs | 2x XLR/6.3mm combo (mic/instrument/line), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Link, up to 100 speakers) | Yes (Party Connect up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes | Partially |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Weight | 38.3 lbs (17.35 kg) | 24.7 lbs (11.2 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 200W | - |
| Drivers | 2-way: 1x 300mm long-throw woofer + 1x 35mm compression tweeter (coaxial) | 2x 140mm woofers + 2x 50mm tweeters |
| Maximum SPL | 124.5dB | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Microphone Input | Yes (XLR combo) | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
| XLR Input | Yes (2x combo, mic/instrument/line) | - |
| Guitar Input | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | - |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 2-way active PA | - |
| Rigging | 35mm pole mount | - |
| DSP | No | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage | 110° conical | - |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 46Hz | - |
| Frequency Response | 46Hz - 16kHz (-3dB, Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Cabinet Material | Plastic and wood | - |
| Charging Time | - | 3 hours |
| Lights | - | Yes |
| Strap | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Teufel Rockster Neo: $807.72 eBay
Older model: the Teufel Rockster (rated 4.4/5).
Pros: Similar tuning to the other Teufel speakers: pretty good, but not top of class. Measured bass extension of 46Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Not quite as good sounding as the JBL Partybox 330 or Electro-Voice Everse 12. Bass isn’t as deep as the JBL Partybox 330 or even the JBL Partybox 130.
Full Teufel Rockster Neo review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 200W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes (Teufel Go) |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 40Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 46Hz |
| Battery Life | 36 hours, 56 with Eco Mode (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Cabinet Material | Plastic and wood |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 2-way active PA |
| Coverage | 110° conical |
| DSP | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 17.2” x 25.6” x 12.8” (438 x 649 x 326 mm) |
| Drivers | 2-way: 1x 300mm long-throw woofer + 1x 35mm compression tweeter (coaxial) |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 46Hz - 16kHz (-3dB, Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP44 |
| Inputs | 2x XLR/6.3mm combo (mic/instrument/line), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | 124.5dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes (XLR combo) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Link, up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Rigging | 35mm pole mount |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 38.3 lbs (17.35 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes (2x combo, mic/instrument/line) |
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Sony SRS-XP500: $549.99 Discontinued Amazon eBay
Newer model: the Sony SRS-XV500, ranked lower, rated 4/5.
Pros: 20W 3-way speaker system with dual passive radiators, well-balanced sound (clear highs, detailed mids, punchy bass). 20-hour battery life, immersive room-filling sound. Party Connect feature links multiple compatible Sony speakers. USB charging port for device charging on-the-go. Built-in handle and IPX4 water resistance. Microphone input and karaoke support. Measured bass extension of 42Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Not as loud and bass not as deep as a JBL Partybox 100 or JBL Partybox 110. Discontinued.
Full Sony SRS-XP500 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 42Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Charging Time | 3 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10.8” x 22.5” x 11.6” (275 x 572 x 295 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 140mm woofers + 2x 50mm tweeters |
| EQ | Yes |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | None |
| Lights | Yes |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Connect up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Partially |
| Strap | No |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 24.7 lbs (11.2 kg) |
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