These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ranks #107 of 166 medium speakers by sound quality at $79.99; the Sony SRS-XB13 ranks #43 of 59 small speakers by sound quality at $74.95. Both are rated below 3.0/5 for their class (166 medium speakers and 59 small speakers), so if sound quality matters, look higher up the rankings.
The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 is the deeper-bass choice. IP67 rated, floats, and is rated to survive a 5 ft drop onto hard surfaces. Its bass reaches about 76Hz before falling 10dB, against 88Hz for the Sony SRS-XB13. Watch for: Not stereo, barely any bass.
The Sony SRS-XB13 is the lighter option. A removable strap hangs it from a bag or bike. At 0.6 lbs (255 g) it weighs much less than the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 at 0.9 lbs (420 g). It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 lacks. It charges over USB-C rather than Micro USB. The catch: Not much bass, and the sound is muddy.
One note: the Sony SRS-XB13 is no longer in production and isn’t widely stocked new anymore. The Sony SRS-XB13’s replacement, the Sony SRS-XB100, is still sold new.
Buy the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 at $79.99 if you want a medium speaker. Buy the Sony SRS-XB13 at $74.95 if you want a small speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 | Sony SRS-XB13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.99 | $74.95 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #107 of 166 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #43 of 59 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 76Hz | 88Hz |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 166ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 87dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 88dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Power Input | Micro USB | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | Pointing up |
| Weight | 0.9 lbs (420 g) | 0.6 lbs (255 g) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 4.2 |
| Dimensions | 4.1” x 3.8” (104 x 95.3 mm) | 3” x 3.7”H (76 x 95 mm) (diameter) |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm active drivers + 2x passive radiators (46.1 x 65.2mm) | 46mm |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| App | No | No |
| EQ | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Charging Time | - | 4.5 hours |
| Amplifier Power | - | 5W |
| Strap | - | Yes (detachable strap) |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3: $79.99 Amazon eBay
Newer model: the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4, ranked higher, rated 2.9/5, released Jun 2024.
Older models: the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 (ranked lower, rated 2.9/5) and the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom (ranked lower, rated 2.9/5). See every Ultimate Ears Wonderboom, Boom and Megaboom generation.
Pros: IP67 rated, floats, and is rated to survive a 5 ft drop onto hard surfaces. 14 hour battery: longer than the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2. Measured bass extension of 76Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Not stereo, barely any bass. Boosted 93Hz upper bass. Cuts bass heavily at high volume. You can tell from the micro USB that they are just feeding you the same crap hardware over and over, this is inexcusable for a product released in 2022. Not technically a 360 speaker, only front and rear.
Full Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 review and specifications →
| Released | Aug 2022 (4 years ago) |
|---|---|
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 76Hz |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 166ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 |
| Built-in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 4.1” x 3.8” (104 x 95.3 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm active drivers + 2x passive radiators (46.1 x 65.2mm) |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Maximum SPL | 87dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Omnidirectional | Yes |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.9 lbs (420 g) |
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Sony SRS-XB13: $74.95 Discontinued Amazon eBay
Newer model: the Sony SRS-XB100, ranked higher, rated 2.9/5, released May 2023.
Older model: the Sony SRS-XB12 (ranked lower, rated 2.5/5). See every Sony XB compact generation.
Pros: Sony SRS-XB13 uses 46mm. Its 255 g, claimed 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) battery life, IP67 protection, up to 88dB and mono playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use. A removable strap hangs it from a bag or bike. Measured bass extension of 88Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Bass is limited by its 88Hz specification. There is no companion app. No EQ adjustment. Not much bass, and the sound is muddy. Discontinued.
Full Sony SRS-XB13 review and specifications →
| Released | Mar 2021 (5 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 5W |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 88Hz |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 4.5 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3” x 3.7”H (76 x 95 mm) (diameter) |
| Drivers | 46mm |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Maximum SPL | 88dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| Strap | Yes (detachable strap) |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs (255 g) |
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