Sony Srs-Xb12 Review

Name: Sony Srs-Xb12
Brand: Sony

Christen da Costa

October 12, 2023

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TRUE SCORE

74^%

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31

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152

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Testers were delighted by the Sony SRS-XB12, and they recommended it for music, podcasts, and the outdoors. They loved its compact, waterproof construction, excellent battery life, and compatibility with smartphone voice assistants. However, they were disappointed that it doesn’t get very loud and has weak bass.

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Score Card

E

Expert Score

77

*.75

We place a 75% weighted value on Expert Test Scores

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Customer Score

89

*.25

We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

True Score

74^%

Any product with a True Score above 70 is a Mixed Reviews

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Expert Score Breakdown_

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Cat Trust Score
60
The Sony SRS-XB12 is alright for outdoor use. It’s well-built,… read more
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80
The Sony SRS-XB12 packs a powerful punch for such a… read more
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90
This tough, pocket-sized speaker packs a powerful punch, and for… read more
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NR
“No bottom line found for this product” read more

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Overview_

The Sony SRS-XB12 is Sony’s 2019-model entry-level portable Bluetooth speaker that promises deep bass and excellent battery life for use on the go. It has a remarkably compact design and carrying strap, like select top speakers today. The speaker is equipped with Bluetooth 4.2 technology, featuring a 334.6-foot Bluetooth range. This speaker is waterproof and dust-proof, boasting an IP67-rated submersible design, and has an aux port. Read to the end of this Sony SRS-XB12 review and check out the best Bluetooth speakers on the market today.

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Consensus_

Reason to Buy

Aux port
Smartphone-based voice assistants and speakerphone features
Submersible waterproof and dust-proof construction
Remarkably lightweight 0.4-lb design
Excellent 13.3-hour battery life

Reason to Avoid

Lacks multi-device Bluetooth pairing
Weak bass may not be suitable for movie enthusiasts
Lacks EQ
Doesn’t support stereo

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	Sony Srs-Xb12 Review
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Ranking	# 31 / 152	# /	# /	# /
Market Context	The Sony SRS-XB12 is Sony’s 2019-model entry-level portable Bluetooth speaker that promises deep bass and excellent battery life for use on the go. It has… The Sony SRS-XB12 is Sony’s 2019-model entry-level portable Bluetooth speaker that promises deep bass and excellent battery life for use on the go. It has a remarkably compact design and carrying strap, like select top speakers today. The speaker is equipped with Bluetooth 4.2 technology, featuring a 334.6-foot Bluetooth range. This speaker is waterproof and dust-proof, boasting an IP67-rated submersible design, and has an aux port. Read to the end of this Sony SRS-XB12 review and check out the best Bluetooth speakers on the market today.	The Sony SRS-XB13 produces lower bass than its predecessor, the Sony SRS-XB12 (this review). However, the XB12 gets louder, featuring a 79.7 dB maximum SPL,… The Sony SRS-XB13 produces lower bass than its predecessor, the Sony SRS-XB12 (this review). However, the XB12 gets louder, featuring a 79.7 dB maximum SPL, which is better than the 78.4 dB maximum SPL of the Sony SRS-XB13. Read our Sony SRS-XB13 review for details about the newer model.	With an 84.9 dB maximum SPL, the Sony SRS-XB23 gets louder than the Sony SRS-XB12, which has a 79.7 dB maximum SPL. However, the 13.3-hour… With an 84.9 dB maximum SPL, the Sony SRS-XB23 gets louder than the Sony SRS-XB12, which has a 79.7 dB maximum SPL. However, the 13.3-hour battery life of the SRS-XB12 portable speaker is better than the 9.2-hour battery life of the XB23. Check out our Sony SRS-XB23 review for details about the XB23 wireless speaker.	The Sony SRS-XB12 has a better 0.97 dB directivity index, translating to a more immersive soundstage than the JBL Flip 5, which has a 3.29… The Sony SRS-XB12 has a better 0.97 dB directivity index, translating to a more immersive soundstage than the JBL Flip 5, which has a 3.29 dB directivity index. It also supports smartphone voice assistants, unlike the JBL portable speaker. However, the JBL device is louder, featuring an 85.5 dB maximum SPL, which beats the 79.7 dB maximum SPL of the Sony speaker.
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Score Card

E

Expert Score

77

*.75

We place a 75% weighted value on Expert Test Scores

C

Customer Score

89

*.25

We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

True Score

74^%

Any product with a True Score above 70 is a Mixed Reviews

Expert Score Breakdown_

Publications with higher Trust Scores are given more weight

F
Trust Score
F
Cat Trust Score
60
The Sony SRS-XB12 is alright for outdoor use. It’s well-built, has a carrying strap to… read more
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Trust Score
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Cat Trust Score
80
The Sony SRS-XB12 packs a powerful punch for such a tiny speaker, and its waterproof… read more
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Trust Score
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Cat Trust Score
90
This tough, pocket-sized speaker packs a powerful punch, and for less than $90. While the… read more
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Trust Score
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Cat Trust Score
NR
“No bottom line found for this product” read more
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Trust Score
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Cat Trust Score
NR
“No bottom line found for this product” read more