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Sony SRS-XB01

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User ratings:
64
4.3 out of 5
64 user ratings
5 stars
48 %
4 stars
37 %
3 stars
10 %
2 stars
1 %
1 stars
1 %
Consumer ratings:
4.4 / 5
Editorial reviews:
3
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3 editorial reviews
The Sony SRS-XB01 retails for $35 and sometimes costs less. It's a well designed little wireless speaker.Read more
The Sony SRS-XB01 is a portable Bluetooth speaker that comes with a removable strap so you can hang it off your bag or backpack while you're on-the-go. It can re...Read more
I’ve been a fan of Sony’s larger Bluetooth speakers such as the SRS-XB31.  So how does this miniature version perform in comparison? Pricing Sound Quality At just a fraction of the size of the SRS-XB31, the SRS-XB01 can’t compete with the sound quality of its bigger brothers.  Sound is more “tinny” and bass is lacking.  The […]Read more
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Pros

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  • easy-to-use voice commands and superb sound
  • The removable strap has a good length given the size of the speaker

Cons

  • the bass on this speaker is lacking
  • Battery life is somewhat short at only 6 hours
  • Sound is more “tinny” and bass is lacking

Key specs

  • yes
  • 32.81 ft
  • no
  • 6 h

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Sony SRS-XB01 - Pros & Cons

Sony SRS-XB01

Pros

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  • easy-to-use voice commands and superb sound
  • The removable strap has a good length given the size of the speaker
  • It also has a very portable design
  • balanced
  • neutral mid-range can reproduce dialogue clearly and accurately
  • It feels quite solid and durable
  • it has a better voice assistant performance
  • JBL is better built
  • and it has a better soundstage
  • the buttons are easy to press

Cons

  • the bass on this speaker is lacking
  • Battery life is somewhat short at only 6 hours
  • Sound is more “tinny” and bass is lacking
  • It lacks a lot of low-bass
  • No sound customization features
  • Sony XB01 is disappointing for music
  • it really struggles to reproduce low-bass
  • This is only measured for speakers and smart screens connected to mains power
  • rating is not included in our total score
  • gasket hides the USB charging port and audio input

Sony SRS-XB01 - Technical Overview

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IconBluetooth wireless range
32.81 ft
Best:
Ion Cornerstone
Bluetooth wireless range: 984.25 ft
IconWeight
160 g
Best:
Philips BT2650
Weight: 0.21 g
IconPlayback time
6 h
Best:
Music Angel Mini Best Friendz
Playback time: 120 h

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Sony SRS-XB01 - Full Specifications

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Sound
Number of drivers1
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Dimensions
Height2.26 in
Width3.21 in
Depth2.22 in
Weight5.64 oz
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Features
USB input portyes
Built-in microphoneyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Green
  • Red
  • White
  • Yellow
Built-in displayno
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Connectivity
USByes
AUX inyes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • HFP
  • HSP
  • SBC
Bluetooth version4.2
Bluetooth wireless range32.81 ft
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
NFCno
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Power
Battery typeNiMH
Playback time6.0 h
Battery life (max)6.0 h

Sony SRS-XB01 - Q&A (1)

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    sherrie_dietrich
    over 2 years ago
    Is the Sony SRS-XB01 waterproof?
    rosanna_blanda
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, the SRS-XB01 is rated IPX5 water-resistant.
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