Short answer: the LG Xboom Bounce on battery, toughness and price. It runs up to 30 hours at 50% volume and carries IP67 plus MIL-STD-810H certification for impact, vibration and temperature, all at $119.99 against the A2’s $400. Its bass extension is not as deep as the top speakers and our notes call it overpriced, while the B&O A2 offers customizable sound via the Beoplay app and a 22 hour battery but is not stereo.
Buy the LG Xboom Bounce, since the B&O Beoplay A2 active is discontinued and only worth hunting down used.
Water resistance is not close: the LG Xboom Bounce is rated at IP67 (brief submersion), well ahead of the B&O Beoplay A2 active at no water resistance.
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Specifications Side By Side
| B&O Beoplay A2 active | LG Xboom Bounce | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $400 Discontinued | $119.99 |
| Ranked | #16 of 97 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #33 of 97 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None | IP67 |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Partially (1 woofer) |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg) | 2.9 lbs (1.32 kg) |
| App | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Auracast) |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 10.1” x 5.6” x 1.7” (256 x 142 x 44 mm) | 10.3” x 3.7” x 3.9” (261.6 x 94 x 99.1 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 3” fullrange woofers, 2x 0.75” tweeters + 2x 3” passive radiators | 63mm woofer + dual dome tweeters (Peerless) |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 60W | 40W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (carry strap) | Yes (adjustable strap) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 54Hz |
| Wi-Fi | - | No |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
B&O Beoplay A2 active: $400 Discontinued eBay
Pros: B&O’s True360 sound from both sides. Customizable sound via Beoplay app. 22 hour battery (improved from original A2). Stereo pairing with a second A2 Active. Splash/dustproof, USB-C charging. ~1.1 kg with carry strap.
Cons: Not stereo. Discontinued and no longer sold new.
Full B&O Beoplay A2 active review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 60W |
|---|---|
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10.1” x 5.6” x 1.7” (256 x 142 x 44 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 3” fullrange woofers, 2x 0.75” tweeters + 2x 3” passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Omnidirectional | Yes |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| Strap | Yes (carry strap) |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg) |
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LG Xboom Bounce: $119.99 Amazon eBay
Older model: the LG Xboom XG7 (ranked lower, rated 2.4/5).
Pros: Unique spherical design. Up to 30 hours battery at 50% volume. IP67 + MIL-STD-810H military certification for impact/vibration/temperature. Multipoint pairing stays connected to two devices. LED lights add flair. Measured bass extension of 54Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Bass extension not as deep as the top speakers. Overpriced. This may move around in the rankings as we get better sound samples
Full LG Xboom Bounce review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 40W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 54Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10.3” x 3.7” x 3.9” (261.6 x 94 x 99.1 mm) |
| Drivers | 63mm woofer + dual dome tweeters (Peerless) |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Lights | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Partially (1 woofer) |
| Strap | Yes (adjustable strap) |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 2.9 lbs (1.32 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | No |
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