Short answer: the Teufel Rockster Neo for better sound quality, the Sony SRS-XP700 for the lower price. The Teufel Rockster Neo ranks #11 of 50 party speakers at $807.72. The Sony SRS-XP700 ranks #17 at $398, $409.72 cheaper.
The case for the Teufel Rockster Neo: Similar tuning to the other Teufel speakers - pretty good, but not top of class. The catch: Not quite as good sounding as the JBL Partybox 330 or Electro-Voice Everse 12.
On the Sony SRS-XP700 side: Dual 6.69” woofers, multi-tweeter X-Balanced Speaker Units with rear tweeter for 360 effect. Watch for: Weird midrange peak. Slightly less loud than a Partybox 310. Bass not as deep as a Partybox 310/300/110/100.
Buy the Teufel Rockster Neo if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Sony SRS-XP700 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If water resistance matters to you, the Teufel Rockster Neo at IP44 (splashing) holds up far better than the Sony SRS-XP700 at no water resistance.
Specifications Side By Side
| Teufel Rockster Neo | Sony SRS-XP700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $807.72 | $398.00 |
| Ranked | #11 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #17 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (Teufel Go) | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 40Hz | 50Hz |
| Battery Life | 36 hours, 56 with Eco Mode (Manufacturer specified) | 25 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) | 12.3" x 27.3" x 14.4" (313 x 693 x 367 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 | 37.3 lbs / 16.9 kg |
| Output Power | 200W | 78W RMS |
| Drivers | 2-way: 1x 300mm long-throw woofer + 1x 35mm compression tweeter (coaxial) | 2x 170mm woofers + 3x 60mm front tweeters + 1x 50mm rear tweeter |
| 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-XP700: $398.00 Amazon
Pros: Dual 6.69” woofers, multi-tweeter X-Balanced Speaker Units with rear tweeter for 360 effect. Exceptional 25-hour battery (18-22 hours real-world with LEDs). IPX4 splash-resistant. MEGA BASS for deep punchy sound. Karaoke (mic + guitar inputs), LED lights with stroboscopic effect. Sony Music App integration for microphone control and advanced settings.
Cons: Weird midrange peak. Slightly less loud than a Partybox 310. Bass not as deep as a Partybox 310/300/110/100.
Full Sony SRS-XP700 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 50Hz |
| Battery Life | 25 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Charging Time | 3 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 12.3" x 27.3" x 14.4" (313 x 693 x 367 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 170mm woofers + 3x 60mm front tweeters + 1x 50mm rear tweeter |
| EQ | Yes |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | None |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 78W RMS |
| 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 | 37.3 lbs / 16.9 kg |
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