Sony Xb90 Review

Name: Sony Xb90
Brand: Sony

Kenn Muguna

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TRUE SCORE

62^%

Meh

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75

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152

Where does this product score?

Top-tier testers liked that the Sony XB90 had a deep bass response and a high maximum volume. They also appreciated its user-intuitive companion app and long battery life; however, they complained that its bulky size infringed on its portability and did not like its lack of WiFi connectivity.

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Score Card

E

Expert Score

64

*.75

We place a 75% weighted value on Expert Test Scores

C

Customer Score

80

*.25

We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

True Score

62^%

Any product with a True Score above 60 is a Meh

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Overview_

First released in early 2019, the Sony XB90 is a premium Bluetooth speaker with a high enough max volume to be used outdoors. The XB90 features RGB lighting and a battery that lasts up to 15 hours, which is in line with some of the most popular speakers in the industry. The Sony speaker can also be used as a speakerphone and is compatible with Google Assistant and Siri when paired to a smartphone through Bluetooth. Speaking of which, the speaker’s Bluetooth connectivity rivals that of the highest-rated Bluetooth speakers since it can pair with up to three devices simultaneously, and its latency, when paired with either iOS or Android devices, is also relatively low. The XB90 also has an easy-to-use companion app with a graphical equalizer and presets. The app also allows for pairing with other speakers for an even more immersive listening experience when streaming videos or music.

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Consensus_

Reason to Buy

Works with Google Assistant and Siri
High max volume
Easy-to-use companion app
Great battery performance
Multi-device connectivity

Reason to Avoid

No WiFi connectivity
Bulky in size

Key Specs_

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Product Comparison_

	Sony Xb90 Review
True Score	62^%	NR	NR	NR
Ranking	# 75 / 152	# /	# /	# /
Market Context	First released in early 2019, the Sony XB90 is a premium Bluetooth speaker with a high enough max volume to be used outdoors. The XB90… First released in early 2019, the Sony XB90 is a premium Bluetooth speaker with a high enough max volume to be used outdoors. The XB90 features RGB lighting and a battery that lasts up to 15 hours, which is in line with some of the most popular speakers in the industry. The Sony speaker can also be used as a speakerphone and is compatible with Google Assistant and Siri when paired to a smartphone through Bluetooth. Speaking of which, the speaker’s Bluetooth connectivity rivals that of the highest-rated Bluetooth speakers since it can pair with up to three devices simultaneously, and its latency, when paired with either iOS or Android devices, is also relatively low. The XB90 also has an easy-to-use companion app with a graphical equalizer and presets. The app also allows for pairing with other speakers for an even more immersive listening experience when streaming videos or music.	The Sony XB90 and the Sony XP700 are two large-size speakers that have subtle differences from each other. For example, the XB90 supports speakerphone and… The Sony XB90 and the Sony XP700 are two large-size speakers that have subtle differences from each other. For example, the XB90 supports speakerphone and voice assistant functionality, while the XP700 does not, but the XP700 is water resistant while the XB90 is not. Also, the XB90 can handle up to 3 devices, while the XP700 can only handle two devices. Feel free to learn more about the XP700 in our Sony XP700 review.	The Sony XB90 is battery powered but the Sony XB72 is not, and the XB90 can handle three simultaneous connections while the XB72 is limited… The Sony XB90 is battery powered but the Sony XB72 is not, and the XB90 can handle three simultaneous connections while the XB72 is limited to two. However, the XB72 has a built-in antenna for radio while the XB90 does not. We’ve also covered the XB72 in our Sony XB72 review.	The Sony XB90 has voice assistant and speakerphone functionality, while the JBL PartyBox 310 does not. However, the PartyBox 310 is water resistant while the… The Sony XB90 has voice assistant and speakerphone functionality, while the JBL PartyBox 310 does not. However, the PartyBox 310 is water resistant while the XB90 is not, and its 17.1-hour battery lasts slightly longer than the 15.3-hour battery on the XB90.
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