Short answer: the W-King T9. It ranks #53 of 120 large speakers by sound quality (rated 3.6/5) at $111.23 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 W-King T9 is the better-sounding, louder pick. A loud stereo party speaker with a wireless microphone for karaoke, lights, a long battery and a power bank. Alan Ross Reviews measured it at 106dB at full volume, against 95dB for the LG Xboom Go PL7. The tradeoff: Peaks in the upper mids which makes it sound a bit harsh.
The LG Xboom Go PL7 is the lighter, tougher choice. A fun, waterproof portable with glowing light rings, a long battery, and stereo pairing for casual outdoor listening, now discontinued. At 3.2 lbs (1.45 kg) it weighs much less than the W-King T9 at 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg). It is rated IPX7, while the W-King T9 has no water resistance. Watch for: Independent testing finds weak low-bass and top-end extension, a narrow soundstage and uneven off-axis response.
Buy the W-King T9. It is rated higher for sound quality and still sold new, while the LG Xboom Go PL7 is discontinued.
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Specifications Side By Side
| W-King T9 | LG Xboom Go PL7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $111.23 | $70 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #53 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #106 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 47Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None | IPX7 |
| Maximum SPL | 106dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 95dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) | 3.2 lbs (1.45 kg) |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Amplifier Power | 80W | 30W |
| Dimensions | 11.8” x 5.9” x 4.7” (300 x 150 x 120 mm) | 9.6” x 3.9” x 3.9” (245 x 98 x 98 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 4.04” subwoofers + drivers | 2x 58mm fullrange |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Strap | No | - |
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