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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£60
  • Avg. price in US: ~$80
  • Audio output power: 5.00 W
  • Battery life: 10 hours
  • IP rating: IP67
  • Bluetooth version: 5.3
  • Weight: 280 g

LG XBOOM Go XG2 review. Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.

Score components:

80.0%

6.6

Technical Score

20.0%

9.4

User score

Very good
6.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

5.6

Audio

20.0%

4.5

Battery

18.0%

9.2

Durability

16.0%

6.3

Connectivity

8.0%

8.3

Controls

3.0%

9.4

Design

3.0%

7.9

Smart features

Good
9.4

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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Exceptional
  • 9.0
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    9.7

    IP rating

    20.0%

    10

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    Battery life

  • 4.6
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.3

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    4.0

    Battery life

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

    15.0%

    10

    Party mode

  • 6.4
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    1.3

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

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Verdict

The LG XBOOM Go XG2 is an ultra-compact, 280-gram portable Bluetooth 5.3 speaker equipped with a 1.5-inch woofer and passive radiator that delivers a 5-watt power output. Designed for exceptional outdoor durability, its main characteristics include an IP67 dustproof and waterproof rating alongside passing 7 different MIL-STD-810H military-grade toughness tests. Its standout pros are its highly versatile integrated adjustable attachment strap, customizable EQ through the XBOOM companion app, and a decent 10-hour battery life at half volume. However, its primary cons include a relatively slow 4-hour recharge time over USB-C, a lack of physical track-skipping buttons on the chassis, and bass performance that noticeably recedes when pushed to higher volume levels.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker LG XBOOM Go XG2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

5.6

Audio

20.0%

4.5

Battery

18.0%

9.2

Durability

16.0%

6.3

Connectivity

8.0%

8.3

Controls

3.0%

9.4

Design

3.0%

7.9

Smart features

6.6
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a technical score of 6.56 points, which is lower than 65.1% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.6
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9.4
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a user score of 9.42 points, which is higher than 89.2% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
10
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 66.6% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.1

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.0
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 68.5% of products in this category.
Audio output power
What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 W

5.00 W
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has an audio output power of 5.00 W which is lower than that of 80% of portable speakers and equal to that of 8.9% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 5.00 W.
Driver unit size
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

38.00 mm
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a driver unit size of 38.00 mm which is smaller than that of 89.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.5% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 38.00 mm.
Number of drivers
What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.
When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 2

1
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 1.
Frequency response tolerance
What it is: The allowed deviation around the stated frequency response curve.
When it matters: When a flatter and more accurate frequency response matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 3 dB

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Lowest frequency
What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <= 60 Hz

100.00 Hz
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a lowest frequency of 100.00 Hz which is higher than that of 82.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 100.00 Hz.
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Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive audio over Bluetooth.
When it matters: When wireless playback from phones, tablets, or computers matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

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LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

5.3
LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports Bluetooth version 5.3 which is newer than that of 78.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 17.6% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 5.3.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.
When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 10 m

10.00 m
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10.00 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 10.00 m.
Bluetooth profiles supported
What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.
When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

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Bluetooth LE Audio
What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports the low-energy Bluetooth audio standard.
When it matters: When newer low-power Bluetooth audio features matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
LG XBOOM Go XG2 does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

10 hours
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a battery life of 10 hours which is shorter than that of 53.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 12.9% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 5000 mAh

1,200 mAh
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a battery capacity of 1,200 mAh which is smaller than that of 81.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.6% of portable speakers.
Charging time
What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 4 h

4 hours
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a charging time of 4 hours which is longer than that of 67% of portable speakers and equal to that of 19.3% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 20 W

5 W
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a maximum charging input power of 5 W which is lower than that of 58.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 38.5% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.
When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: IP67+

IP67
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has an IP rating of IP67 which provides better ingress protection than 80% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 19.1% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
LG XBOOM Go XG2 is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
LG XBOOM Go XG2 is dust resistant. 48.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 1 m

1 m
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m which is deeper than that of 52.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 47.4% of portable speakers.
Drop resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.
When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
LG XBOOM Go XG2 resists accidental impacts. 67.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.
When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

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Touchscreen
What it is: Indicates whether a touch-sensitive screen is integrated.
When it matters: When direct visual control is more convenient than buttons or an app.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
LG XBOOM Go XG2 does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
The speaker does not have an integrated touchscreen.
Smartphone app control
What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.
When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
LG XBOOM Go XG2 does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No dedicated remote control is documented.
Fast pairing
What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.
When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
LG XBOOM Go XG2 does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No qualifying fast-pair capability; initial pairing is manual or standard.
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Weight
What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 1000 g

280 g
LG XBOOM Go XG2 weighs 280 g which is lighter than that of 82.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Height
What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 20 cm

9.8 cm
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a height of 9.8 cm which is shorter than that of 62.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Width
What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 25 cm

9.4 cm
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a width of 9.4 cm which is narrower than that of 77.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Depth
What it is: The front-to-back depth of the speaker housing.
When it matters: When the speaker should take up less front-to-back space.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 10 cm

4.6 cm
LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a depth of 4.6 cm which is shallower than that of 86.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.3% of portable speakers.
Carry options
What it is: The available ways to carry, hang, or attach the speaker.
When it matters: When a handle, strap, or attachment point changes how you carry the speaker.

Importance: LOW

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Companion app name
What it is: The official app used to control settings and functions of the speaker.
When it matters: When app compatibility and the available control features depend on the official app.

Importance: LOW

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Firmware updates
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.
When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.
When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

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Voice assistant support
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.
When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports voice assistants. 73.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.
When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
LG XBOOM Go XG2 does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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LG XBOOM Go XG2 vs the average portable speaker

  • Better ingress protection
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
    When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: IP67+

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).IP67 vs IPX5
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
    When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 1 m

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).1 m vs 0 m
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    Simultaneous Bluetooth devices: 2.
    What it is: The number of source devices that can stay connected at the same time.
    When it matters: When switching between several connected source devices matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 2

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
  • Has an equalizer
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
    What it is: Shows whether the sound balance can be adjusted across frequency ranges.
    When it matters: When you want to adjust bass, midrange, or treble balance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
    What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.
    When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • Supports party mode
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
    What it is: Indicates whether multiple speakers can play the same audio together.
    When it matters: When several compatible speakers should play together.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • Supports multi-room audio
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
    Supports synchronized multi-room playback.
    What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can join a synchronized multi-room audio system.
    When it matters: When synchronized playback across several rooms matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
    What it is: Indicates whether the device uses a USB Type-C connector.
    When it matters: When modern charging and connection compatibility matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
  • 0.3 Bluetooth levels newer
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.3 vs 5.0).
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • Better ingress protection
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
  • Resists accidental impacts
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • Has an equalizer
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Supports party mode
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • 2 more EQ presets
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (2 vs 0).
  • Has a sleep timer
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
  • 520 g lighter
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 is lighter than the average portable speaker (280 g vs 800 g).
  • 3.7 cm shallower
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 is shallower than the average portable speaker (4.6 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • 8.7 cm narrower
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 is narrower than the average portable speaker (9.4 cm vs 18.1 cm).
  • Supports multi-room audio
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
  • Supports voice assistants
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.
  • Supports firmware updates
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
  • 5 newer
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 was released more recently than the average portable speaker (2024 vs 2019).

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Smart features
  • 40 Hz less deep bass extension
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (100 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 100.00 Hz.
  • 15 W less audio output power
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 5.00 W.
  • 12 mm smaller main driver
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (38 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 38.00 mm.
  • 10 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (70 dB vs 80 dB).
    Signal-to-noise ratio: 70.00 dB.
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    Acoustic drivers: 1.
  • 1,400 mAh less battery capacity
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,200 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
  • 40 Hz less deep bass extension
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (100 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 100.00 Hz.
    What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <= 60 Hz

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (100 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).100.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
  • 1,400 mAh less battery capacity
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,200 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
    When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 5000 mAh

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,200 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).1200 mAh vs 2600 mAh
  • 15 W less audio output power
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 5.00 W.
    What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
    When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 20 W

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20.00 W).5.00 W vs 20.00 W
  • 12 mm smaller main driver
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (38 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 38.00 mm.
    What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
    When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 50 mm

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (38 mm vs 50.00 mm).38.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
    When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <= 4 h

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).4 hours vs 3 hours
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
    What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
    When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 20 W

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).5 W vs 10 W
  • 10 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (70 dB vs 80 dB).
    Signal-to-noise ratio: 70.00 dB.
    What it is: The ratio between the wanted audio signal and background noise.
    When it matters: When cleaner audio with less background noise matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 80 dB

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (70 dB vs 80 dB).70.00 dB vs 80 dB
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    What it is: The lowest ambient temperature recommended for normal operation.
    When it matters: When the speaker must work reliably in colder conditions.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= -10 °C

    LG XBOOM Go XG2 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).5 °C vs 0 °C
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about LG XBOOM Go XG2?

  • Extremely compact, lightweight, and highly portable design
  • Excellent outdoor durability with an IP67 dust/waterproof rating and military-grade toughness
  • Convenient built-in string attachment for securing to backpacks or bikes
  • Surprisingly loud audio output and clear vocals for its small size
  • User-friendly companion app featuring EQ adjustments and Sound Boost options

What customers dislike about LG XBOOM Go XG2?

  • Bass response feels underwhelming or flat to some users due to the micro speaker size
  • Battery life drains significantly faster than the advertised 10 hours when using higher volumes or Sound Boost
  • Stereo connection can occasionally be unstable or prone to dropouts when pairing multiple units
  • Tonal balance can be inconsistent when switching between different sound modes
  • Standard list price is considered a bit high compared to better-performing budget competitors

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whatsthebest.co.uk
15/10/2024
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techradar.com
28/12/2024
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LG XBoom Go XG2T review: a hardy yet small Bluetooth speaker
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techradar.com
09/03/2025
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kopfhoerer.de
27/08/2024
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26/06/2024
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areadvd.de
08/07/2024
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XXL REVIEW: LG XBOOM Go DXG2T – Versatile and Compact Bluetooth Speaker
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test.de
23/01/2026
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revista-gadget.es
14/08/2026
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as.com
17/08/2024
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The LG XBOOM Go XG2T speaker is as good as it is rugged
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larazon.es
15/08/2024
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14/08/2024
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