Sony SRS-XB23 REVIEW & SOUND TEST comparison with JBL Flip 5!
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- Опубликовано: 19 окт 2024
- Sony SRS-XB23 review and sound test!
Sony has released it's latest version of their popular SRS-XB23 Bluetooth speaker. What has changed from last year and more importantly, how does it sound? I compare it with last year's XB22 model and the JBL Flip 5!
Features:
-EXTRA BASS mode.
-IP67 waterproof, rustproof, dustproof, and shockproof.
-12 hours of battery life.
-Compact lightweight highly portable design.
-Party Connect and sync up to 100 speakers
-Can be used with the Sony Music Center app.
-X-Balanced Speaker Unit enhances sound quality and power
-Bluetooth 5.0 &USB Type-C.
**Sony SRS-XB23 on Amazon:✔
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**Sony SRS-XB33 on Amazon:✔
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What do you guys think of the new Sony SRS-XB23?
its something new out of the box...can say for the 33 & 43 as well...loved it
better get a soundcore motion+ for 70€/$ only! it destroys the flip5, the sony xb23, the charge 4,...everything up to 150 euro at least. it has tweeters which they all dont have.
@@specops1214 I totally agree. I just got my xb23 and the sound quality is PHENOMENAL. Normally I wouldn't care too much for a bluetooth speaker with bass, but this is just too good. Best of both worlds, bass and no distortion.
I might buy that Sony xb 23, I, still watching more reviews of Tiny Speakers for most of my Bluetooth are Big speakers.
The speakers alright,,but what watch are you waring?!?
I am loving my srS-XB23. I love the fact that the extra bass doesn't ruin the treble.
Hi, i am using the Bass Booster App on my Android mobile to connect to the xb23, and it is excellent. The App brings out the best in this speaker. There are lots of different settings for you to chose from. Every room and type of music has a different setting..The App is free..Have fun...ps.. i did not like the sony app for this device. It is a very poor design and very limiting in it,s functions.
@@nickpritchard7130 what bass booster app? There is like 10. Who's the developer?
@@BastianUllr ......App developer is coocent
The color :- coral red
Looking like :- peachy pink
What i see :- orange
😂😂😂😂
Im colorblind so thanks for explaining
I'm color blind too, it looked orange to me as well.
@@josephdoe5195 alright i just discovered i am colour blind caz it looks orange to me too
I reviewed the Sony XB23 and compared it to the Tribit Stormbox and surprisingly the Stormbox sounded better in lows, mids and highs to my ears.
The Tribit speaker is very underrated IMO. Excellent speaker.
I just bought a XB23 a couple of days ago( 5-8-2021) at walmart. I'm nervous about this video, because I bought the Sony for its looks. So I hope purchasing it wasnt a mistake. Thanks for the great video. I like the fact that you get to the point and not talk jibberish. Keep up the good work.🎵🎶
Ik ur comment is old, but thinking of buying one. Has it lasted well?
@@aidanazure1005 Surpisingly, my speaker hasn't let me down. I'm very happy with it. I hope that helps you.
@@lightningbrigade4722 Thanks for the help dude!
@@aidanazure1005 Your welcome.
I do appreciate your latency test on RUclips so much what other vloggers missed out to do. thank you so much
Finally a video that plays good ass music for testing. Thanks man, keep it up!
Indeed
That grin when listening to speakers in party mode
Ohh, I was ready to buy the XB23, but after watch this (awesome) video, I'll go for the Flip 5, such clarity without compromising bass, and better soundstage. Thanks a lot, new fan here.
I heard them in real life the xb23 have better clarity and sound stage
I noticed that sony sounds more natural. The harmonics on the voice are representative. while the jbl has a groovy sound, especially in the voice you can see where it's modulated a lot in the low frequencies.
you should definitely hear it live
sony is better
My xb43 sound amazing, nice bass and very good vocal with the tweeter....
@@specops1214 all eq was flat
Got this yesterday. A gift from my love. It's amazing,going to play around with it by tomorrow and see how it sounds on full sound.
To get the most out of the sony xb23, down load the Bass Booster App... The Sony App is very disappointing and very limiting.. cheers
@@nickpritchard7130 yeah! You're right. I'm really not getting any bass at all. Will try 3rd party apps.
I love Sony they always put out on all levels masters of the audioverse
I see you liking the flip 5 huh😊👍🏻👍🏻🔥🔥 fire vid
Thanks!
@@ChrispyThings np man:)))
Sony sounded way more balanced and full with a more dynamic sound, really good bass with clear mids and highs, the Sony has the eq which can make it sound better. The jbl sounds like it’s focused on highs and high mids and not balanced but they’re both good speakers for the price
do you have one of them....My flip 5 doesnt have the best audio quality was wondering if the AAC support on the sony would be much better.
I have a flip five right now but Like sometimes instruments and shit get really distorted It almost sounds like every time I play anything on here like compression artifacts. If I want to Best bass do I go for another flip five or the XB 23 another reason I’m leaning towards the XB 23 is because it floats
Austen Washer I personally have it and it sounds wayy better then the xb22 and it is loud and has a lot bass and good overall sound even at max volume and it floats and is very durable
I got the red one not the white one. Which color flip 5s float.
I would probably get a wonder boom 2 then but I still want to stay in the JBL ecosystem so I can connect it with my boombox 2 I might be getting later LOL
Thanks for the review just saw this speaker will be buying next week
Oh man, i'd love one of these for work. Don't tell my boss but......i kinda miss going in to work everyday. Shhhh, it's our secret. I think i'll be buying something like this once work starts up
You know what. I kinda miss it too.
Flip 5 or XB3? What's the better?
Flip 5 sounded better on his test
Best review video. Thank You Chrispy Things!! I just bought 2 to pair up, but they seem to keep skipping and chopping. Why is that?? What do you suggest?? Please!
How far apart are the speakers when they start skipping?
@@ChrispyThings i have had them right next to one another, and placed them about 15 ft. apart and it continues to skip. I turned off bluetooth pen and keyboard. I'm using a tablet.
I'm working on them as we speak lol. I need it to work properly by this weekend...smh
:(
Thanks for the review. Just found it on lower price on a local retailer, obviously ordered it.
Sony XB23 sounds superb
Absolutely pinned this speaker to be the one for me... Thanks Chris
I kinda fell in love with the Sony speaker at first glance. It has a clearer, more balanced sound and it has more codecs to support.
I'm glad that I snitched it for $70 on a Black Friday sale today.
70 dollars. Wtf at Canada Best Buy it’s for 120
It's going for 60 today. Just bought one for myself.
@@arshvirs7810 probably 70 USD. It's 100 CAD at the source right now
you know what, i tested a flip 5 to upgrade from my pld JBL clip+ and ended buying a Sony XB23. I ended up liking more the sony by the looks and tested the sound in my home and i liked a lot more than the JBL flip 5 more balanced and just loud enough for the use i gave it, that is to be a wireless laptop speaker, to watch anime and movies at my bedroom or in the go.
M confused in between JBL Flip 5 and XB 23.. which one should i go for ?
same here
XB23 for future proof tech such as USB C and Bluetooth 5.0 and AAC and LDAC codec support since both sounds the same and cost about the same.
Sony vs jbl? Can we use it for zoom meetings. Is the built mic in phone good and equipped with noise cancellation
Hello great review. Did I miss the compatible devices? Because I would like to know if it is compatible with android phones? The box shows that it is made for iPhone/ipod.
Yes you can use it with android and apple.
does this use the same app as the headphone or does it use it's own app
I’m trying to decide which speaker to buy.. In your opinion, is the XB 33 worth the extra money over the XB 23? Thanks in advance!
Yes in my opinion.
Great review..! Awesome,about to buy one tomorrow..!!!! Thank you .
i just bought a JBL flip 5, but am not happy with the sound quality of it outdoors. based off this video it seems that the xb23 is louder, all my question is to you as an owner of both, is xb23 louder?
Testing them side by side it seems slightly louder that the Flip yes
does this stay stable on your desk without rolling around?
It’ll stay stable if you don’t move it. But there’s nothing really keeping it in place while horizontal since it’s cylindrical and doesn’t have “feet.”
I just keep it upright, problem solved.
@@ChrispyThings one more question sorry. Does inactive use put this speaker into sleep so it saves battery? I can see myself forgetting to turn it off and thus always having a flat battery when not using it on my computer desk
Chris...I need a speaker for my outdoor theatre at camp. Would either of these work in that situation? Likely to be used mostly for kids watching movies and playing games.
How large is the room they’ll be watching movies in?
Chrispy Things outdoors, which is where I’m likely going to run into issues. But maybe not, these things seem to get better and better each iteration.
Sir, jpl flip 4 vs sony srs_xb23.which one is best?
Got me a Sony SRS-XB23 after saw a few reviews, sounds pretty damm decent in my opinion
To get the most out of your new sony xb23, download the Free Bass Booster App. Your speaker will sound so much better.. I found the Sony App for this speaker very limiting and disappointing. cheers.
@@nickpritchard7130 Really Appreciate the advice !!
I wanna a Bluetooth Speaker for travel and bring to a little party with my family so, I'm between Jbl flip 5 and this Sony XB 23 right now it pretty much the same price, thank you for the comparison and the test.
Ah damn, kind of wish I got the xb23 now. I'm happy with the flip 5 though.
If you have the Flip 5, you’ll be just fine keeping it 👍🏻
Just got a flip 5, never regret
Hi @Cryspy Things, does the speaker makes noises when pairing / disconnecting ? and are these sounds removable in app ?
Thanks in advance ! Great video :)
It beeps when paired. I do t think it can be turned off
@@ChrispyThings Thanks ! Apparently you can turn off the "auto disconnect" so at least once you pair it, it will stay on and not disturb audio with beeps. (It will be used for a yoga class, and the wonderboom used now doesn't have any of these features unfortunately)
@@ChrispyThings why not go reach the volume to 100% for you to go alll the way louder
Great review!!!! If you had to pick one between the 23 or the 33 which one would you pick??
The 23 for portability. The 33 for everything else
@@ChrispyThings thanks, great reviews btw!
Funny how I come from a video that bashes this speaker, but in this one I’m sure I made the right choice for the price, thanks!!!
Haha really?
What were they bashing?
just brought xb 23 today🔥🔥
To be honest we got to give it to the jbl it just sounds better, JBL is the best audio/speaker go to for anyone looking to buy! Me personally I have a JBL charge 4 and its awesome!
Ok buddy jbl isn’t that good of a audio brand. I like speakers so I look at other speaker brands instead of the overrated jbl brands witch to me sounds like crap and I bought the sony xb23 it sounds better but I looked at ue stay away from them because they sounded to flat and the jbl have to much highs or mids almost no bass at max or near max.
JBl is overrated
@@coolsquad7428 nah you just dont have grate ears then cause jbl is on the top along with Bose. Plus lots of djs use jbl pa speakers and subs🔥🤙
@@coolsquad7428 plus the battery on the sony SRS Xb23 sucks it doesn't last long as the jbl
MisaelsVideoCreations jbl is a shit company they can’t even make durable speakers and they can’t compete with sony witch if you look it up its a higher end company then jbl your just over hyped jbl fan boy
I have both. Sony XB23 sound quality is superb
Which is better sony xb31 or this new xb23? Thanks,,,
Xb33 and xb43
Hey buddy you're the flashlight guy I always subscribe to your channel❤
excellent test, thanks!
The xb23 and flip 5 are both great! I'm excited to see what jbls gonna do with the flip 6!
Looking forward to the Flip 6!
Upcoming JBL flip series are going to be partyboost. So better go for it I have order 1
Which is better Sony xb23 or JBL version ?
Please what about latency with watching videos with jbl flip 5? I'm trying to buy that one
Have you already bought it ?
Is it possible to play music using the extension cord (usb c - aux)? Or is the usb c input meant only for charging?
Charging only
Sir which bass is gud jbl flip 5 or sony srs xb23...plzzz rply
Both have good bass
Due to your video I purchased one off Amazon for 54.00 this speaker sounds great I have this color and a green one in stereo mode great sound stage thanks for the information love this new design I love the SONY nameplate as well.
Please, review of XB-43!! Greetings from Brazil
Essa promete
essa eh a braba
Eu tenho a XB-40, a bixa é potente, se essa 43 realmente for fuderosa, eu vou deixar a 40 com minha mãe e pegar essa 43 p mim
Amazing review
Bass Sony is the best 👍 Sony the king electronik ❤️
Learn to spell
@@newfnshow031 😂😂
Sok engris lu cong 😂😂
review sound start from 07:43
I need the songs, its a vibee
good comparison, well done 👍✅
How much is the final output for sonyxb 23? Whether it is worthy to be purchased at INr 9000 ? Better opponents at similar price?
Its 20 watts with each driver is 10 watts which is 10x2
Between this and the LG xboom pl5? Which will you go?
Is this good in a small room in the house for tv?
Yes absolutely
bose micro and xb23 which one is better thanks!!!
Thanks for the great review! I was starting to regret buying this for my husband.
Why regret? It’s a nice little speaker.
Is it still working 2 years later. I love mine, and still working love it. Want another one sound does go down as the charge gos. I get 2-3 hours per charge though, so much fun
How much battery capacity?
Sony SRS xb23 has a clear clean sounds,while JBL flip 5 has more on bass but low on vocals and acoustics in my opinion
Which one will be better for rock and metal music?
Which Sony speaker?
@@ChrispyThings Sony or JBL?
It depends on the speaker.
For Sony, the XB33 or 43.
For JBL I’d recommend the Charge 5. All 3 are great for rock music in my opinion.
@@ChrispyThings Okay thank you
Nice review, thank you! I'm looking for a speaker for classical music. Grabbed the Sony SRS-XB13. Then rethought and just bought the JBL Flip 5. Now I'm wondering about the Sony SRS-XB23. I'd prefer a speaker without heavy, overpowering bass which tends to muddy the rest of the sound. Thoughts? Preferences? Thank you!!!
Once you get in and adjust the settings in the app, you can take most of the bass out of this speaker. I think it sounds great.
@@ChrispyThings Thank you!! Better than the JBL for classical?
@@noelinma8838 generally jbl tends to have more of a overpowered bass, where as sony is more like the Sound actually is. Overall Sony is more balanced but still has a extra bass mode for when you really want it. So I would say sony would be better for classical music, but you really should hear these speakers in person to decide. Hope this answer helps a bit if you still need a speaker
Hi! I'm between choosing a SRS-XB33 and a SRS-XB23 (in Argentina it's like $154 vs. $100) Can you tell me if the SRS-XB33 is worth paying more for? Thanks!
Compra un flip 5 .. o si no un charge 4.. por ese dinero !
Yes get the XB33 if you can afford it. It’s a much better setup
hello there is it possible to compare Sony SRS-XB40 with the Xb23
How many watts?? Very important!!
i got this brand new for around 60 $ for as a travel speaker, it is quite good i like it but i don't think it is worth the retail price 90ish $ but for the price that i payed worth it
Very nice and descriptive video bro
Thanks!
I bought jbl flip 4 within few months battery and sound problem so service center corrected it as product was in warranty but after few more months same problem now i am thinkn abt sony
same situation. 2yrs with Flip4, battery died and difficult to replace. im not getting any jbl anymore.
Get the sony xb23 it is louder and it is more powerful and better battery
@@rlgstvids batteries on jbl speakers are shit
@@coolsquad7428 last week i bought xb33 but what i feel sound quality is good but loudness flip 100% equal to xb33 90%. So if we see price diff i think 30W xb33 not good. but bass nd clearity is good
@@TarunSharma-ro8xk idk I don’t think big volume means good quality.
Thanks, I like this speaker
if we make maximum bass in xb23 then it is better in beat and bass then flip 5 or not?
Jbl charge 3 or sony xb23?
i still pick the JBL F5, in my opinion, thyanks for the review, whats the first song you played i like it.
It should be on the screen
@@ChrispyThings hmn i watch your video 2x i dont see it, not the Flying high by fred gee. The first one. I like that intrumentals.
Kontekst - Buddha ;)
(the first song)
Would this speaker work while plugged in/charging?
If i were using it on a bedside table where it would be plugged in 99% percent of the time, would it work while connected to a power source?
Yes it works plugged in.
@@ChrispyThings until the battery is done. Why do all these speakers not work when the battery gets old you should still be able to use them plugged in.
I Want to buy this 23, should ?
I have an xb 41,i want to switch to the xb33 or jbl charge 4. Is it advisable?
Get the xb33 is sounds better then the charge 4
Looks like orange in color, to me! 🍊
Looks like a nice product. I have to get one of these, or the 33, or the 43. 😁
So, do you prefer the JBs’ best speaker to Sonys’ best speaker?
Sonyyy
Sonyyy
I think we can all agree. JBL makes better speakers.
Sony is the best at making headphones 🎧
really cool video, thank you.
Sir🙏
Can I connect it with Sony Srs XB 43?
Based on your review I went to the store and bought one. Same color. Test music was excellent, wish I knew who is performer (the first song)??
The song is Buddha by Kontekst
@@ChrispyThings Thanks, I'll search for it!
Bought today flip 5 and its sounds amazing 👌
No one can do a better speaker than jbl
Patiently (not patiently) waiting for the Flip 6...
hmm i don't know ... anyone xD tribit, anker, dockin, and of corse sony too ? jbl make only good stage speakers.
Adam B i have a sony and it sounds better then jbl plus jbl is wayy over hyped
Sony all the way 🔥
Tribit maxsound plus for the win
Great work thanks
I just bought now xb23 and ya the bass omg the best
Can't find one new, any suggestions ? I uses my brother one, I want one !
I see/listen this review on my old pc’s 1990 speaker. So I can’t really tell it’s good or not 😅😅
I'm wondering if it's worth buying this when I have still working SRS-33 on me.
Not if you don’t need a smaller more portable speaker. If you’re good with the bigger 33, you’re all set
@@ChrispyThings, sorry mine is x33, like 2015 model. When I'm looking at the specs it's smaller than XB23. It's pretty beat up but still I haven't listened to better bt speaker.
And did you think about checking out some old bt speakers? Like Sony Ericsson mbs-100? I had like 4 of them and still miss the design.
Oh my mistake!
Then yes it might be time to upgrade! This definitely has better sound than your old 2015 model imo
@@ChrispyThings I got it yesterday, it doesn't sounds better than x-33. But that maybe because I have to warm it up yet. It's louder but bass doesn't sounds that deep like in my square oldie.
please make a comparison of XB23 and Marshall Emberton. thank you
playing this video with my XB55, sounds awesome! not sure is the XB23 or my XB55? lol
Can you please do jbl 5 party mode please. Let's try that and see.
Hi I am looking for a speaker with calls facility, confused bw JBL Charge 3 and Sony XB23, please suggest.
Thanks for the review still confused between xb23 & flip 5. I already have a flip 4 but it has battery issues Andy suggestions?
I would go with the xb23 because it has bluetooth 5.0, whereas the flip 5 STILL uses 4.2
if battery lifespan is your top priority, the flip 5 does have a longer battery life (12 hours compared to 7~ish)
also not to mention the flip 5 only has one mono speaker! not sure if that matters to you, but from what i've heard in other channels, it seems that the xb23 has better sound quality than the flip 5. dont take my word for it, i hope you do enough research on this yourself before buying!
XB23 better due to later technology Bluetooth 5 and support for higher quality codec AAC/LDAC and USB C connection and there’s real stereo setup compared to Flip 5
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What a gentleman! Marry my daughter.
@@sakshamtiwari3209 💀💀💀💀
Better to create a new channel. Do it. Good work buddy
SD CARD SLOT or PENDRIVE PORT WILL be very useful, but why most of the companies not giving
Because we live in the days of Bluetooth, unless you’re like over 40 and still use those, this types of speaker companies mainly focus on what us teens or early 20s people use more, and tbh we don’t even use sd card slot
The bass gets louder if you lower the volume. That is really weird!
Because you push it to the max already
I have the old srs-xb2 and I don't know if it worth to change it with the xb23
I have the xb2 and just got the xb33. I don't think this is that much better imo.
What song did you use for your sound check?
Buddha by Kontekst