Short answer: the Sony ULT Field 1 for better sound quality, the Tribit Xsound Go for the lower price. The Sony ULT Field 1 ranks #76 of 135 medium speakers at $78. The Tribit Xsound Go ranks #78 at $34.99, $43.01 cheaper.
The case for the Tribit Xsound Go: well-balanced sound, very light at 13.4 oz, inexpensive, and IPX7 rated with up to 24 hours of battery at moderate volume. The catch: it lacks quite a bit of bass compared to bigger speakers.
What the Sony ULT Field 1 gets right: IP67 rated and survives a 1m dunk, real-world battery runs 28+ hours with ULT bass boost off, and it stereo-pairs with a second Field 1. Set against that: an upper-midrange peak and rolled-off treble.
Buy the Tribit Xsound Go if the price matters more than sound quality. Buy the Sony ULT Field 1 if sound quality matters more than the price.
If battery life is a priority, the Tribit Xsound Go is rated for 24 hours versus 12 hours for the Sony ULT Field 1.
Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Xsound Go | Sony ULT Field 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $34.99 | $78.00 |
| Ranked | #78 of 135 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #76 of 135 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 83Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Max Volume | 98dB | - |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs / 380 g | 1.4 lbs / 650 g |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 6.9" x 2.3" x 2.2" (175 x 59 x 56 mm) | 8.1" x 3" x 3" (206 x 77 x 76 mm) |
| Output Power | 16W | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator | 83mm x 42mm woofer, 16mm tweeter + passive radiator |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Party Mode | - | Yes (Party Connect up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | - | No |
| Power Input | - | USB-C |
| TWS | - | Yes |
The Two Speakers In Full
Tribit Xsound Go: $34.99 Amazon
Pros: Well balanced sound. Very light (13.4 oz) and inexpensive. IPX7 rated; up to 24 hours of battery at moderate volume.
Cons: Lacking quite a bit of bass compared to bigger speakers
Full Tribit Xsound Go review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 83Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 6.9" x 2.3" x 2.2" (175 x 59 x 56 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 98dB |
| Output Power | 16W |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs / 380 g |
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Sony ULT Field 1: $78.00 Amazon
Pros: IP67 rated, survives drops and 1m submersion. Real-world battery around 28+ hours with ULT (bass boost) mode off. Stereo-pairs with a second ULT Field 1.
Cons: Upper midrange peak, rolled off treble
Full Sony ULT Field 1 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 8.1" x 3" x 3" (206 x 77 x 76 mm) |
| Drivers | 83mm x 42mm woofer, 16mm tweeter + passive radiator |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Connect up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.4 lbs / 650 g |
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