Sony SRS-XP500 Review: Ranked #15 of 44

Last updated: October 5, 2026

The Sony SRS-XP500 ranks #15 out of 44 total Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers for sound quality. See all Portable Bluetooth rankings for every top pick.

Brand: Sony

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#15 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.

How it compares: Just above it: Sony SRS-XP700 - $235 cheaper, 5 more hours of battery life. Just below it: Sony SRS-XV500 - $235 cheaper, 5 more hours of battery life.

AppYes
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)42Hz
Battery Life20 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsLDAC, AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Version5.0
Charging Time3 hours
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions10.8” x 22.5” x 11.6” (275 x 572 x 295 mm)
Drivers2x 140mm woofers + 2x 50mm tweeters
EQYes
Guitar InputYes
IP RatingNone
LightsYes
Microphone InputYes (Karaoke mode with echo effect)
OmnidirectionalNo
Party ModeYes (Party Connect up to 100 speakers)
Power BankYes (USB-A)
Power InputAC Power cord
StereoPartially
StrapNo
TWSNo
USB PlaybackYes
Weight24.7 lbs (11.2 kg)

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