Short answer: the Soundcore Rave Neo 2. It ranks #21 of 120 large speakers by sound quality (rated 4.2/5) at $84.99 and is still sold new; the LG Xboom Go PL7 ranks #106 (rated 2.4/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The Soundcore Rave Neo 2 is the better-sounding, louder choice. An affordable waterproof party speaker with loud output, solid bass, a long battery, lights and linking with many speakers. Alan Ross Reviews measured it at 107dB at full volume, against 95dB for the LG Xboom Go PL7. It links with other speakers (PartyCast 2.0 up to 100 speakers), which the LG Xboom Go PL7 cannot. It has an adjustable EQ, which the LG Xboom Go PL7 lacks. The catch: Slight treble rolloff.
The LG Xboom Go PL7 is the longer-running, lighter option. A fun, waterproof portable with glowing light rings, a long battery, and stereo pairing for casual outdoor listening, now discontinued. It is rated for 24 hours of battery against 18 for the Soundcore Rave Neo 2. At 3.2 lbs (1.45 kg) it weighs much less than the Soundcore Rave Neo 2 at 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg). Watch for: Independent testing finds weak low-bass and top-end extension, a narrow soundstage and uneven off-axis response.
Buy the Soundcore Rave Neo 2. It is rated higher for sound quality; the LG Xboom Go PL7 is no longer sold new.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Rave Neo 2 | LG Xboom Go PL7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $84.99 | $70 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #21 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #106 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Maximum SPL | 107dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 95dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast 2.0 up to 100 speakers) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Partially (1 woofer) | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg) | 3.2 lbs (1.45 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 7.8” x 6.1” x 11.8” (198 x 154 x 299 mm) | 9.6” x 3.9” x 3.9” (245 x 98 x 98 mm) |
| Drivers | 4” woofer, 2x 2” tweeters | 2x 58mm fullrange |
| Amplifier Power | 80W | 30W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Strap | No | - |
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