LG xboom Grab By will.i.am Bluetooth Speaker - Black vs XBOOM 360 XO2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker with 360 Sound - Biege — Comparison

The LG xboom Grab By will.i.am Bluetooth Speaker in black costs £79, while the LG XO2TBE XBOOM 360 XO2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker with 360 Sound in beige costs £79.99. Both sit in LG’s portable Bluetooth speaker range at almost the same price, but xboom Grab is the rugged, feature-packed portable choice, whereas XBOOM 360 XO2 is the compact 360-degree sound and lighting option.

The xboom Grab offers up to 20 hours of battery life, IP67 water resistance, AI Lighting that syncs with sound, Aux-in and Pair & Share with Auracast. The XBOOM 360 XO2 focuses on 360 Sound, multi-colour lighting, a sophisticated design, compact and lightweight construction, IP55 water resistance and up to 15 hours of battery life. The Grab is stronger on endurance and resistance, while the XO2 is stronger on all-around sound presentation and decorative styling, so the difference is lifestyle fit rather than a meaningful price saving.

xboom Grab suits outdoor use, travel, beach days and users who want a speaker that can handle tougher conditions. IP67 protection and five extra hours of battery life make it the safer pick for longer listening away from home, and Aux-in adds flexibility for wired sources. XBOOM 360 XO2 suits bedrooms, kitchens, desks and social spaces where the speaker is partly décor. It is only 99p more, but trades battery life and IP rating for 360 Sound, lighter styling and multi-colour lighting.

Bottom line: choose xboom Grab if you want up to 20 hours of battery life, IP67 water resistance, Aux-in, AI Lighting and Auracast Pair & Share / opt for XBOOM 360 XO2 if you want 360 Sound, multi-colour lighting, a compact beige design and IP55 protection for more casual indoor-outdoor listening.