Product Comparison: Sony SRS-XB20 vs Sony SRS-XB30


General Specifications
Brand
Sony
Sony
Model
SRS-XB20
SRS-XB30
Origin
China
China
About the product
Hit the EXTRA BASS button to get things going. Dual passive radiators work together with full-range stereo speakers to enhance low-end tones, giving bass a boost — despite the compact size.
The SRS-XB30 is compact and wireless so it’s easy to move. With a long battery life and a water resistant-surface, you’re free to pick it up and put it anywhere. Whether you’re listening to tunes indoors or outdoors, you can relax knowing the wireless speaker is IPX5 water resistant.
Key Specs
Power output
20 W
20 W
Connection Type
Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth 4.2
Range
33 ft.
33 ft.
Battery Life
12 hour(s)
24 hour(s)
Dynamic Configuration
3 drivers
3 drivers
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Sony SRS-XB20 Portable Wireless Speaker
  • I paired with my Xperia XZ and I must say even on a low volume it really feels powerful.
  • Incredible sound, powerful bass, great battery.
  • Sound is amazingly clear, it’s very light and easy to carry. Noise level is fully adjustable and powerful.
  • It is a really beautifully crafted box. It has a super sound quality ratio.
Sony SRS-XB30 Powerful Portable Wireless Speaker
  • Really good connectivity overall and battery life is really good.
  • So much sound from such a small speaker, fills out a good sized room. The light are a nice touch.
  • Have had no connection issues at all.
  • Fabulous BT speaker, great sound and battery lasts all day.
  • Bass is very good so is the clarity!
Size & Weight
Color
Black
Black
Height
2.68 in.
3.23 in.
Width
7.8 in.
8.97 in.
Depth
2.72 in.
3.38 in.
Weight
1.32 lbs.
2.16 lbs.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Sony SRS-XB20 Portable Wireless Speaker
  • It’s compact, really funky colour black and the sound is great quality.
  • Very compact, comfortable to go everywhere. The battery lasts long enough.
  • Brilliant speaker would recommend it strongly, good compact size.
  • Great sound from such a compact little speaker.
  • I love it's portability - neat and compact we took it away on our travels without the usual overweight issue.
Sony SRS-XB30 Powerful Portable Wireless Speaker
  • Great for travelling as is very nice and small size.
  • Sturdy and compact plenty of power, lights nice addition but can be turned off.
  • Very happy with the audio quality, lights, and very compact size.
  • This speaker is perfect because despite being compact and lightweight to carry it, it has a lot of sound power, volume and good bass.
  • Very good quality and compact.
Features
Controls
Buttons
Buttons
Material
Plastic / Metal
Plastic / Metal
Display Type
No
No
Battery Type
Lithium-ion polymer
Lithium-ion polymer
Supported Systems
Smartphones / Tablets, PC, TV
Smartphones / Tablets, PC, TV
Hand Strap
No
No
Protection
IPX5 waterproof
IPX5 waterproof
Accessories Included
USB cable
Power adaptor
Extras
EXTRA BASS, Small and light design, Wireless Party Chain, Music Center app, Multi-device connection
EXTRA BASS, Build energy with flashy lights, Small and light design, Wireless Party Chain, Music Center app, Multi-device connection
What customers say about "Features"
Sony SRS-XB20 Portable Wireless Speaker
  • The device looks very nice, it has a bit of weight to it which to means to me it has some great stuff built into it.
  • It looks good and provides excellent sound quality.
  • The speaker, which feels solidly built, is easy to set up and pair via bluetooth with devices such as smartphones/tablets etc.
Sony SRS-XB30 Powerful Portable Wireless Speaker
  • Really really like this speaker. It is well made (feels sturdy and heavy) and it is waterproof!
  • The lights look great and it sounds clear, crisp and bassy.
  • Very nice quality build. Feels solid and nice finish.
  • Sound is excellent and light show is a real bonus!
  • Easy to set up. Would recommend. Has great features.
Interfaces
AUX In
Yes
Yes
Ethernet Port
No
No
Micro USB
Yes
No
USB
No
Yes
Lightning Port
No
No
NFC
Yes
Yes
Card Slot
No
No
What customers say about "Interfaces"
Sony SRS-XB20 Portable Wireless Speaker
  • Sound quality good enough too, extra bass working perfect. Has amazing connectors.
  • Paired easily with these and other devices. It is also easy to connect via AUX.
  • I like how the ports are laid out. They are easy to get to.
  • Unfortunately the power plug is old style USB, and the speaker stopped charging after 4 weeks.
  • There is only a USB cable connection for which you require a laptop which I do not have, couldn't connect through phone charger as one unit so unable to connect USB from speaker.
Sony SRS-XB30 Powerful Portable Wireless Speaker
  • Compact, powerful, and has great connectors.
  • You can charge via a standard USB lead or using the supplied dedicated DC charger.
  • It has a USB port so you can charge your phone from the internal battery.
  • It was easy to connect to Bluetooth, although can connect AUX to the back for devices without Bluetooth.
  • Charger not USB! Uncomfortable having to carry behind the dedicated charger.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
MSRP
99.99 $
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