I have been using the LG xboom Grab for almost two weeks, and I think it’s the right time to share my review of this product.
I’m a frequent traveler, always on the move, and I usually carry two essentials with me: my AirPods and a speaker. Since I travel often, I need gadgets with long battery life and the LG xboom delivers well with up to 20 hours of playtime. At times, it feels like the battery drains a little faster (or maybe I just dislike charging gadgets too often), but overall, it lasts longer than my JBL speaker.
If you’re someone who travels frequently, the xboom Grab is worth considering. It comes with an IP67 waterproof/dustproof rating and has passed seven U.S. military-grade durability tests. Of course, I don’t take such claims at face value until I test them myself. While hiking in light rain through a forest, the xboom did withstand both rain and dust so it definitely passed my real-world test.
One of the biggest issues I’ve faced with portable speakers is that many sound great indoors but lose their punch outdoors. That was my experience with the JBL Charge 5. The LG xboom, however, holds up impressively well outside too, delivering consistent and powerful sound.
Now, here’s the interesting part. For the first week, I used the speaker without installing the LG ThinQ App and honestly, if you’re doing the same, you’re missing out on a lot. Setting it up was a bit tedious the first time (it took me nearly 20 minutes to connect), but once done, it worked smoothly. Through the app, you can adjust the sound and lighting effects. It’s not groundbreaking, but it does the job. You can tweak the EQ manually for the best results, though I feel the “AI Sound” feature is slightly overrated.
In short, whether you’re a party lover or a travel enthusiast, the xboom Grab is a great fit. It offers excellent sound quality along with impressive battery life, a combination that’s hard to find. I also really like its sleek design; it looks like a water bottle, fits easily into my car’s cupholder, and feels super convenient to carry around.
If you’re not tied to a specific brand, I’d recommend giving the LG xboom Grab a try.
I received this product from LG as part of a reviewer campaign, and these are my honest thoughts. Thanks to the LG team for giving me the chance to try it out!
