Short answer: the LG Xboom Grab, if you are buying new. The JBL Flip 4 ranks higher than it (#72 vs #93 of 150 medium speakers, 3.3/5 vs 3.0/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the LG Xboom Grab is still sold new at $103.24.
Why pick the JBL Flip 4: At 510 g, JBL Flip 4 combines 2x 40mm fullrange with Bluetooth and aux. The tradeoff: Bass is limited by its 66Hz specification.
Why pick the LG Xboom Grab: 20 hour battery life: longer than the JBL Flip 7 or UE Boom 4. The tradeoff: Bass extension not as deep as the top speakers.
Buy the LG Xboom Grab if you want one new; the JBL Flip 4 is discontinued, so only look for it used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Flip 4 | LG Xboom Grab | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $70 Discontinued | $103.24 |
| Ranked | #72 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #93 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 66Hz | 75Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 300ms | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Connect+ up to 100 speakers) | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Input | Micro USB | USB-C |
| TWS | No | No |
| Weight | 1.1 lbs (510 g) | 1.5 lbs (680 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.3 |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm fullrange | 1x 80x45mm racetrack woofer, 1x 16mm tweeter |
| Dimensions | 6.9” x 2.8” x 2.6” (175 x 70 x 65 mm) | 8.3” x 2.8” x 2.8” (211.0 x 71.6 x 70.0 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 16W RMS | 30W |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
| Maximum SPL | 92dB (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Pointing up |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Strap | Yes (lanyard) | Yes (mounting straps) |
| Wi-Fi | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
JBL Flip 4: $70 Discontinued Amazon eBay
Newer model: the JBL Flip 7, ranked higher, rated 4.2/5.
Pros: At 510 g, JBL Flip 4 combines 2x 40mm fullrange with Bluetooth and aux. Claimed 12 hours (manufacturer specified) battery life, ipx7 protection, up to 92db and single-box playback make its feature set practical for its intended room or portable use. Measured bass extension of 66Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Bass is limited by its 66Hz specification. There is no companion app. No EQ adjustment. Battery failures are common. Discontinued.
Full JBL Flip 4 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 16W RMS |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 66Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 300ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 6.9” x 2.8” x 2.6” (175 x 70 x 65 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm fullrange |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Maximum SPL | 92dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (Connect+ up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Strap | Yes (lanyard) |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 1.1 lbs (510 g) |
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LG Xboom Grab: $103.24 Amazon eBay
Pros: 20 hour battery life: longer than the JBL Flip 7 or UE Boom 4. IP67 rated with elastic mounting straps. App unlocks AI room calibration, EQ, and light-strip customization; multipoint pairing. Measured bass extension of 75Hz (-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 Grab review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 30W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 75Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 8.3” x 2.8” x 2.8” (211.0 x 71.6 x 70.0 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 80x45mm racetrack woofer, 1x 16mm tweeter |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| Strap | Yes (mounting straps) |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs (680 g) |
| Wi-Fi | No |
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