Short answer: the LG XL7 for better sound quality, the Altec Lansing AL500 for the lower price. The LG XL7 ranks #22 of 50 party speakers at $496.19. The Altec Lansing AL500 ranks #49 at $200, $296.19 cheaper.
What the LG XL7 offers: Wheels and handle. Watch for: Treble is recessed, bass isn’t as deep as a Partybox 310.
What the Altec Lansing AL500 offers: Dual 8-inch subwoofers with full-range 3” horn tweeter for wide dispersion. 2500W power with 400W RMS output. Watch for: Not very deep bass
Buy the LG XL7 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Altec Lansing AL500 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the Altec Lansing AL500. It ranks near the bottom of the 50 party speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
If water resistance matters to you, the LG XL7 at IPX4 (splashing) holds up far better than the Altec Lansing AL500 at no water resistance.
Specifications Side By Side
| LG XL7 | Altec Lansing AL500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $496.19 | $200 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #22 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #49 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| 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 |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Weight | 34.2 lbs / 15.5 kg | 14.3 lbs / 6.5 kg |
| Output Power | 250W | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | ~60Hz |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| Microphone Input | - | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
| Power Input | - | AC Power cord |
| Discontinued | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
LG XL7: $496.19 Amazon
Pros: Wheels and handle. Cool customizable lighting
Cons: Treble is recessed, bass isn’t as deep as a Partybox 310. Upper bass boosted.
Full LG XL7 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 27.6" x 12.2" x 12.4" (701 x 309.9 x 315 mm) |
| Drivers | 8" woofer, 2x 2.5" tweeters |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Output Power | 250W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 34.2 lbs / 15.5 kg |
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Altec Lansing AL500: $200 Discontinued
Pros: Dual 8-inch subwoofers with full-range 3” horn tweeter for wide dispersion. 2500W power with 400W RMS output. Long-lasting lithium 12V/2400 mAh rechargeable battery. Wireless Bluetooth streaming and built-in microphone for singing. True Wireless Stereo (TWS) pairing capability. Portable party speaker system for outdoor entertaining.
Cons: Not very deep bass. Discontinued.
Full Altec Lansing AL500 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~60Hz |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 1x 5" woofer + passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| FM Tuner | Yes |
| IP Rating | None |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 14.3 lbs / 6.5 kg |
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