A portable Bluetooth speaker that’s ready for the road, the LG xboom Grab enters the fray with an arsenal of features. Strapped to your handlebars or stuck in a cup-holder, its tidy dimensions and solid build make the Grab an easy speaker to live with. App connectivity adds genuine value, unlocking AI room calibration, EQ adjustment and light strip customization. Dial down the default bass to discover a full, spacious listen with plenty of energy. A 20-hour battery life also gives the Grab better staying power than its rivals. If you’re a fan of the built-in straps, this is a capable picnic companion at a competitive price.

The LG xboom Grab is good for using outdoors. It's portable and rugged, with an IP67 rating that protects it from dust, splashes, and even submersion in water for short periods, making it ideal for poolside or beach use. LG also claims it passes seven military-grade durability tests. It offers excellent battery life of over 10 hours of playback, and you can stretch that even further by reducing the volume or disabling the lighting feature. Unfortunately, it doesn't get loud enough to fill a garden with sound, and at higher volumes, you may notice compression artifacts like pumping in the bass region. Still, its balanced mids and treble and rugged design make it a good companion for outdoor adventures, as long as you don't expect it to start a dance party.