Short answer: both are discontinued, so this only matters if you are buying used. Used, the LG XL7 is the better pick: it ranks #23 of 54 party speakers by sound quality (rated 3.8/5), against #52 (rated 2.1/5) for the Altec Lansing AL500. If you want one new, the JBL Partybox Stage 320 ranks #3 at $569.95.
The LG XL7 is the better-sounding, tougher pick. A wheeled stereo party speaker with an 8 inch woofer, a long battery, splash resistance, custom lighting, and app EQ. It is rated IPX4, while the Altec Lansing AL500 has no water resistance. It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Altec Lansing AL500 lacks. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Altec Lansing AL500 lacks. The tradeoff: Careful placement and volume setting remain important for balanced sound.
The Altec Lansing AL500 is the lighter pick. A battery party speaker with Bluetooth, a microphone for singing, and stereo pairing with a second unit. At 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg) it weighs much less than the LG XL7 at 34.2 lbs (15.5 kg). The tradeoff: Bass extension is only about 60Hz at the minus 10dB point, so it lacks deep bass.
Buy the LG XL7 only if you find one used in good condition; both are discontinued, and it is the better rated of the two. For a new speaker, start with the JBL Partybox Stage 320 instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| LG XL7 | Altec Lansing AL500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $496.19 Discontinued | $200 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #23 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #52 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | - |
| Dimensions | 27.6” x 12.2” x 12.4” (701 x 309.9 x 315 mm) | - |
| Drivers | 8” woofer, 2x 2.5” tweeters | 1x 5” woofer + passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | None |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Weight | 34.2 lbs (15.5 kg) | 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 250W | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Power Input | AC Adapter | AC Power cord |
| Strap | No | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | ~60Hz |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| Microphone Input | - | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
Where the Ratings Come From
- LG XL7: reviews by Jay’s Straight Up Reviews & More, GYMCADDY and AudioTribe.
- Altec Lansing AL500: reviews by Jay’s Straight Up Reviews & More.
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