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Sony SRS-NB10 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~ÂŁ130Audio output power:?Battery life:20 hoursIP rating:IPX4Bluetooth version:5.1Weight:113 g

Sony SRS-NB10 Review: Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
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An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score components

80%

6.3

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–ĽWorse than 73% of portable speakers
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
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When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
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Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–ĽWorse than 71%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

32%

7.5

Audio

20%

5.9

Battery

18%

5.1

Durability

16%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

4.7

Controls

3%

9.2

Design

3%

4.2

Smart features

â–ĽWorse than 63%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Sony SRS-NB10

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components:

32%

7.5

Audio

20%

5.9

Battery

18%

5.1

Durability

16%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

4.7

Controls

3%

9.2

Design

3%

4.2

Smart features

6.3
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
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When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
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Popularity:
Sony SRS-NB10 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 59.2% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.4
Audio output power
?
Driver unit size
50 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 50 mm which is larger than that of 43.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 10.2% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
2
This portable speaker has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 20 Hz which is lower than that of 84.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 14% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
5.1
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5.1 which is newer than that of 70.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.8% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
30 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 30 m which is longer than that of 85.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 10% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
A2DP; AVRCP; HFP; HSP
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
20 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 20 hours which is longer than that of 80.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
430 mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 430 mAh which is smaller than that of 98.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Charging time
4 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 4 hours which is longer than that of 67% of portable speakers and equal to that of 19.3% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
2.5 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 2.5 W which is lower than that of 97.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
IPX4
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IPX4 which provides worse ingress protection than 77.7% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 21% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
no
This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
Not waterproof m
This portable speaker is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of portable speakers have a native waterproof depth rating.
Drop resistance
no
This portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating. 32.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
side
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
?
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
113 g
This portable speaker weighs 113 g which is lighter than that of 97.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Height
4.9 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 4.9 cm which is shorter than that of 93.4% of portable speakers.
Width
19.1 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 19.1 cm which is wider than that of 54% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Depth
4.9 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 4.9 cm which is shallower than that of 84.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Carry options
?
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
no
This portable speaker does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Firmware update method
OTA; App
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Sony SRS-NB10 vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • 20 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (30 m vs 10 m).
    30 m vs 10 m
  • 8 hours longer battery life
    This portable speaker has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (20 hours vs 12 hours).
    20 hours vs 12 hours
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    20 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 687 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (113 g vs 800 g).
    113 g vs 800 g
  • 1 more microphones
    This portable speaker has more microphones than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    20 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 1 more microphones
    This portable speaker has more microphones than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 0.5 % lower total harmonic distortion
    This portable speaker has lower total harmonic distortion than the average portable speaker (0.5 % vs 1 %).
    0.5 % vs 1 %
  • Has beamforming microphones
    This portable speaker has beamforming microphones, while the average portable speaker does not have beamforming microphones.
    Uses beamforming microphone technology.
  • 20 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (30 m vs 10 m).
    30 m vs 10 m
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • 0.1 Bluetooth levels newer
    This portable speaker has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.1 vs 5).
    5.1 vs 5
  • 8 hours longer battery life
    This portable speaker has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (20 hours vs 12 hours).
    20 hours vs 12 hours
  • Has a hardware microphone mute switch
    This portable speaker has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
    Has a physical microphone mute control.
  • Supports playback mute
    This portable speaker supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
    Speaker playback audio can be directly muted.
  • 687 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (113 g vs 800 g).
    113 g vs 800 g
  • 7.5 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (4.9 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    4.9 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 3.4 cm shallower
    This portable speaker is shallower than the average portable speaker (4.9 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    4.9 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 2,170 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (430 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    430 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    4 hours vs 3 hours
  • 7.5 W lower charging input power
    This portable speaker has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (2.5 W vs 10 W).
    2.5 W vs 10 W
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • 4.21x less popular
    Sony SRS-NB10 is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 2.1% worse value for money
    Sony SRS-NB10 offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.39 vs 7.5).
    7.39 vs 7.55
  • 65 ms higher audio latency
    This portable speaker has higher audio latency than the average portable speaker (150 ms vs 85 ms).
    150 ms vs 85 ms
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 2,170 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (430 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    430 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    4 hours vs 3 hours
  • 7.5 W lower charging input power
    This portable speaker has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (2.5 W vs 10 W).
    2.5 W vs 10 W
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • Worse ingress protection
    This portable speaker has worse ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX4 vs IPX5).
    IPX4 vs IPX5
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
    35 °C vs 40 °C
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sony SRS-NB10

  • Lightweight and highly comfortable for all-day use
  • Excellent microphone voice clarity for online meetings and calls
  • Long-lasting battery life of up to 20 hours with convenient USB-C quick charging
  • Reliable Bluetooth multipoint connectivity for pairing two devices simultaneously
  • IPX4 splash-resistant rating makes it durable against sweat and light splashes
  • Dedicated and easily accessible physical controls including a mic mute button

What customers don't like about Sony SRS-NB10

  • Lacks bass performance resulting in a flat or tinny sound for music and movies
  • Not a private listening experience as people nearby can still hear the audio
  • Does not isolate or filter out ambient environmental background noise
  • No companion app integration or advanced sound customization options
  • Can slide or feel loose on the neck if the user moves or bends down frequently
  • Relatively expensive given its limited acoustic performance

Verdict

The Sony SRS-NB10 is a wireless neckband speaker weighing approximately 113g (4 oz) designed primarily for home office use, featuring upward-firing full-range speaker units, an integrated passive radiator, and Bluetooth 5.1 with a 30-meter range. Key advantages include an impressive battery life of up to 20 hours with USB-C quick charging (10 minutes for 1 hour of playback), an IPX4 splash-resistant rating, Bluetooth Multipoint connectivity for dual device pairing, and precise voice pickup via two beamforming microphones alongside dedicated hardware mute and volume controls. However, its primary drawbacks are a noticeably tinny audio profile that lacks bass performance for music playback, an absence of companion app customization, and the fact that it does not offer a completely private listening experience since it emits external sound near your ears.

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