Short answer: the Bose SoundLink Plus. It ranks #25 of 120 large speakers by sound quality (rated 4.2/5) at $179 and is still sold new; the LG Xboom XG7 ranks #105 (rated 2.4/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. The LG Xboom XG7’s replacement, the LG Xboom Bounce, is rated 3.6/5 at $149.99.
The Bose SoundLink Plus is the better-sounding, lighter choice. A waterproof mid size speaker with vibrant sound, booming bass, clean mids, a long battery and premium build. At 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) it weighs much less than the LG Xboom XG7 at 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg). The catch: Boosted thuddy bass, but not as deep as the SoundLink Flex and you should probably just buy one of those instead if you want a Bose.
What the LG Xboom XG7 does well: A waterproof party speaker with customizable LED lights, a long battery, and party linking with other LG speakers, now discontinued. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Bose SoundLink Plus lacks. Watch for: Peaky midrange, rolled off treble.
Buy the Bose SoundLink Plus. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the LG Xboom XG7 is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Bose SoundLink Plus | LG Xboom XG7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $179.00 | $120 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #25 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #105 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX7 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) | Yes (Wireless Party Link, up to 10 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) | 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| EQ | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.1 |
| Dimensions | 9.1” x 3.9” x 3.4” (231 x 99 x 86 mm) | 10.3” x 3.7” x 3.9” (261 x 95 x 98 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 2.5” (63.5mm) woofer + 1x ~0.78” (20mm) tweeter + 4x passive radiators | 1x 53x93mm (2.1”x3.7”) racetrack woofer + 1x 20mm (0.8”) dome tweeter |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) | - |
| Amplifier Power | - | 40W |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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