LG xboom Buds by will.i.am Feature Scores
Explore all 41 feature scores for LG xboom Buds by will.i.am, organized into pros and cons.
Scores by Feature
Summary
41 reviewed features-
Very positive 4.5-5.04 (10%)
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Positive 3.5-4.412 (29%)
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Neutral 2.5-3.415 (37%)
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Negative 1.5-2.49 (22%)
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Very negative below 1.51 (2%)
Pros
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Battery life receives broad praise, with reviewers calling the figures strong, competitive, or impressive for the price.
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Noise cancellation is one of the clearest strengths, with reviewers praising how effectively it dulled or blocked low-frequency and everyday noise for the price.
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Auracast is repeatedly framed as a useful, uncommon, or unique feature that adds value if nearby broadcasts matter to the user.
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The companion app is mostly praised for customization, fit testing, ANC controls, and clarity, though one short review criticized it.
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Call microphone quality ranges from usable to excellent, with one reviewer reporting exceptionally clear call sound and others noting some tinniness.
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EQ customization is useful and can improve the sound, though reviewers agreed it does not fully erase the underlying tuning problems.
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Eartip fit can be secure with a tight seal, but fit remains inconsistent because limited tip options and shape caused issues for some users.
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Transparency mode is praised as useful for letting outside sound through when needed.
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Stability is generally good thanks to hooks, seal, and secure fit, but it can fall apart when the eartips do not suit the wearer.
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Charging is a positive in the available review evidence, especially because the buds topped back up quickly.
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The integrated microphone earns praise through whisper-style use, with one reviewer saying it could pick up every word.
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Portability is strong because the case is compact and light enough to pocket easily.
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Software and setup are helped by the useful fit-test function and simple pairing experience on supported platforms.
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Water and sweat resistance is adequate for light rain and workouts, but review evidence does not frame it as a standout durability feature.
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Multipoint is viewed as a useful perk, though the evidence is more about convenience than stress-tested reliability.
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Build quality is acceptable rather than premium, with the buds described as decently built while the overall feel remains basic.
Cons
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aptX support is a weakness because TechRadar specifically called out the absence of aptX Adaptive as a limitation.
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Design and aesthetics are consistently weak, with reviewers calling the buds boring, bulky, not sleek, or visually uninteresting.
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LDAC support is absent, and reviewers treated that lack of higher-end codec support as a sonic limitation.
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Maximum-volume clarity is weak, with reviewers hearing distortion, fuzziness, or quality loss at high volumes.
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Soundstage width is limited, with reviewers wanting greater spaciousness and more expansive layering.
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Codec support is a drawback because reviewers criticized the lack of higher-resolution codec options.
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Sound leakage is a clear weakness in one review, especially above roughly 40% volume.
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Spatial audio is a weakness because the product lacks the more immersive, three-dimensional focus found in pricier LG earbuds.
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Volume output is a weakness because one reviewer found the buds quiet enough to push volume into leakage-prone levels.
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Soundstage depth is limited, with What Hi-Fi? describing the presentation as claustrophobic.
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Bluetooth setup is hurt by iOS pairing friction, with one reviewer criticizing the lack of automatic discoverability on iOS.
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Instrument separation is a limitation, with TechRadar noting that vocals, synths, and other elements were not layered enough.
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Carry case impressions are modest, with reviewers describing it as basic or cheap rather than premium.
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Treble clarity is inconsistent, sounding crisp in places but harsh or tinny without tuning.
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Frequency balance needs adjustment, with TechRadar saying the buds require tuning for a more balanced sound.
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Microphone noise reduction is serviceable but imperfect, since higher-frequency background sounds could still get through.
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Preset EQ quality is uneven, with some presets improving individual tracks while treble-heavy tuning could sound harsh or tinny.
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Midrange clarity improves with tuning but can become muddy when bass dominates.
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Ear tip options are mixed: one reviewer achieved a snug fit, while another considered the number of options disappointingly modest.
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Multi-platform compatibility is mixed: Google and Microsoft pairing was praised, while iOS pairing was criticized.
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Comfort is sharply split: multiple reviewers found the rounded, bulky fit poor for long sessions, while others reported a comfortable fit.
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Value for money is highly split: the buds bring ANC, battery, and features at a moderate price, but several reviewers preferred cheaper or clearer-sounding rivals.
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Bass is a mixed strength: reviewers heard impact, depth, and fun energy, but several also connected the tuning to muddiness or reduced clarity.
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Sound quality is the most divisive area: some reviewers heard enjoyable or even stellar audio, while others found it muddy, unclear, or below rivals.
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Touch controls are mixed: they can be fast and responsive, but other reviewers reported accidental or phantom taps.