Short answer: the Ultimate Ears Megablast for better sound quality, the LG Xboom XG7 for the lower price. The Ultimate Ears Megablast ranks #61 of 77 large speakers at $240. The LG Xboom XG7 ranks #69 at $120, $120 cheaper.
What the Ultimate Ears Megablast offers: Alexa integration (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth). Watch for: Bass is not very deep compared to the competition.
On the LG Xboom XG7 side: Impressive 24-hour battery life. Set against that: Peaky midrange, rolled off treble.
Buy the Ultimate Ears Megablast if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the LG Xboom XG7 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 77 large speakers instead.
If battery life is a priority, the LG Xboom XG7 is rated for 24 hours versus 16 hours for the Ultimate Ears Megablast.
Specifications Side By Side
| Ultimate Ears Megablast | LG Xboom XG7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $240 Discontinued | $120 |
| Ranked | #61 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #69 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 64Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg | 6.2 lbs / 2.8 kg |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Wireless Party Link, up to 10 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.1 |
| Drivers | 2x 55mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters | 1x 53x93mm (2.1"x3.7") racetrack woofer + 1x 20mm (0.8") dome tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Output Power | Specs not published by manufacturer | 40W |
| Dimensions | 9.3" x 3.5" (236.2 x 88.9 mm) (height x diameter) | 10.3" x 3.7" x 3.9" (261 x 95 x 98 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Ultimate Ears Megablast: $240 Discontinued Ultimate Ears Megablast
Pros: Alexa integration (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth). 93dB loudest in UE lineup, 40% louder than Megaboom. IP67 waterproof and drop-proof. 16 hour battery. Party mode connects up to 8 speakers. Can use while charging to keep Alexa on 24/7.
Cons: Bass is not very deep compared to the competition. Discontinued.
Full Ultimate Ears Megablast review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 64Hz |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 9.3" x 3.5" (236.2 x 88.9 mm) (height x diameter) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 55mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | Specs not published by manufacturer |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg |
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LG Xboom XG7: $120 LG Xboom XG7
Pros: Impressive 24-hour battery life. Reproduces sonorous sound at impressively loud volumes with deeper audio than most portable speakers. 40W power with Sound Boost EQ. IP67 dust and water resistance. Wireless Party Link pairs with up to 9 other speakers for multi-channel soundstage. Flashing LED lights customizable via app.
Cons: Peaky midrange, rolled off treble. Not very good sounding
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| 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 | 10.3" x 3.7" x 3.9" (261 x 95 x 98 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 53x93mm (2.1"x3.7") racetrack woofer + 1x 20mm (0.8") dome tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 40W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Wireless Party Link, up to 10 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 6.2 lbs / 2.8 kg |
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