Short answer: the Teufel Rockster Neo for better sound quality, the Sony SRS-XP500 for the lower price. The Teufel Rockster Neo ranks #11 of 50 party speakers at $807.72. The Sony SRS-XP500 ranks #18 at $368.99, $438.73 cheaper.
What the Teufel Rockster Neo offers: Similar tuning to the other Teufel speakers - pretty good, but not top of class. The tradeoff: Not quite as good sounding as the JBL Partybox 330 or Electro-Voice Everse 12.
What the Sony SRS-XP500 gets right: 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. Watch for: Not as loud and bass not as deep as a Partybox 100 or 110.
Buy the Teufel Rockster Neo if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Sony SRS-XP500 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If battery life is a priority, the Teufel Rockster Neo is rated for 36 hours versus 20 hours for the Sony SRS-XP500.
If water resistance matters to you, the Teufel Rockster Neo at IP44 (splashing) holds up far better than the Sony SRS-XP500 at no water resistance.
Specifications Side By Side
| Teufel Rockster Neo | Sony SRS-XP500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $807.72 | $368.99 |
| Ranked | #11 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #18 of 50 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 |
| 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 |
| Output Power | 200W | - |
| Drivers | 2-way: 1x 300mm long-throw woofer + 1x 35mm compression tweeter (coaxial) | 2x 140mm woofers + 2x 50mm tweeters |
| Discontinued | No | - |
| Max Volume | 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 | - |
| Charging Time | - | 3 hours |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Teufel Rockster Neo: $807.72
Pros: Similar tuning to the other Teufel speakers - pretty good, but not top of class.
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 →
| App | Yes (Teufel Go) |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 40Hz |
| Battery Life | 36 hours, 56 with Eco Mode (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 17.2" x 25.6" x 12.8" (438 x 649 x 326 mm) |
| Discontinued | No |
| Drivers | 2-way: 1x 300mm long-throw woofer + 1x 35mm compression tweeter (coaxial) |
| EQ | No |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP44 |
| Max Volume | 124.5dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes (XLR combo) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 200W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Link, up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| 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: $368.99 Amazon
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.
Cons: Not as loud and bass not as deep as a Partybox 100 or 110
Full Sony SRS-XP500 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 42Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 24.7 lbs / 11.2 kg |
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