Short answer: the Klipsch Detroit for better sound quality, the LG PN7 for the lower price. The Klipsch Detroit ranks #54 of 77 large speakers at $274.10. The LG PN7 ranks #63 at $150, $124.10 cheaper.
The case for the Klipsch Detroit: Dual 1” tweeters + 3” woofers deliver excellent sound detail and robust bass. The tradeoff: Weird boosted upper bass, bass not very deep.
What the LG PN7 gets right: Exceptional 24-hour battery life, IPX7 waterproof, 106dB max volume, XBOOM remote app support, Wireless Party Link feature, stereo capable, USB-C charging, built-in microphone. The catch: No deep bass.
Buy the Klipsch Detroit if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the LG PN7 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the LG PN7. It ranks near the bottom of the 77 large speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| Klipsch Detroit | LG PN7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $274.10 | $150 |
| Ranked | #54 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #63 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~55Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX7 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Broadcast Mode) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C, 10W) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 5.5 lbs / 2.5 kg | 4.7 lbs / 2.14 kg |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| EQ | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Drivers | 2x 76mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters | 2x 63mm woofers |
| Dimensions | 13.1" x 4.2" x 4.7" (334 x 107 x 119 mm) | 13.1" x 5" x 6.4" (333 x 127 x 163 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Output Power | 30W RMS | 30W |
| Max Volume | 93dB | 106dB |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Klipsch Detroit: $274.10 Amazon
Pros: Dual 1” tweeters + 3” woofers deliver excellent sound detail and robust bass. IP67 dust/waterproof rating submersible 1m for 30 min. 20-hour battery life at moderate volume (12-15 hours at high volume). USB-C fast-charge in 2 hours with two-way power for device charging.
Cons: Weird boosted upper bass, bass not very deep. Boosted lower treble, somewhat harsh sounding like most other Klipsch speakers. Not very loud.
Full Klipsch Detroit review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~55Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 13.1" x 4.2" x 4.7" (334 x 107 x 119 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 76mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 93dB |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 30W RMS |
| Party Mode | Yes (Broadcast Mode) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C, 10W) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 5.5 lbs / 2.5 kg |
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LG PN7: $150 LG PN7
Pros: Exceptional 24-hour battery life, IPX7 waterproof, 106dB max volume, XBOOM remote app support, Wireless Party Link feature, stereo capable, USB-C charging, built-in microphone
Cons: No deep bass
Full LG PN7 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 13.1" x 5" x 6.4" (333 x 127 x 163 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 63mm woofers |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 106dB |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 30W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 4.7 lbs / 2.14 kg |
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