LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds vs LG xboom Buds
Both are LG in-ear sports earbuds with noise cancelling, a mic and a charging case. The xboom Buds cost $109.99 and add adaptive EQ, touch controls, water resistance and Siri/Google Assistant support. The Tone Free is listed at $207.00 at eBay, so it costs roughly $97 more for a model whose only clear edge here is being LG's top Tone Free tier. Most shoppers should take the xboom Buds; pick the Tone Free only if you specifically want LG's flagship Tone Free line.
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LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds
Choose the LG Tone Free if you want LG's top-tier Tone Free model and are willing to pay about $97 more than the xboom Buds.
- Active noise cancelling for workouts and commutes.
- Built-in microphone for calls.
- Charging case included.
- Positioned as LG's top Tone Free model.
- Costs about $97 more than the xboom Buds.
- No listed adaptive EQ, touch controls or water resistance rating.
- No listed voice assistant support.
What separates them
| LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds | LG xboom Buds | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $207.00 at eBay | $109.99 |
| Adaptive EQ | Not listed | Yes |
| Touch controls | Not listed | Yes |
| Water resistance | Not listed | Yes |
| Voice assistants | Not listed | Google Assistant and Siri |
| Noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Charging case | Yes | Yes |
Price history
- LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds: lowest $207.00 on Oct 29.
- LG xboom Buds: lowest $109.99 on Oct 29.
Specs compared
| Spec | LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds | LG xboom Buds |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Canceling | Yes | Yes |
| With Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Color | Black | White |
| With Charging Case | Yes | Yes |
| Style | In-ear | In-ear |
| Wireless Type | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Use | Sports | Sports |
| With Touch Controls | — | Yes |
| Assistant Support | — | Google Assistant, Siri |
| With Adaptive EQ | — | Yes |
| Water-Resistant |
What reviewers say
LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds
Owners of LG Tone Free earbuds generally like the fit and the noise cancelling for the price class, and the UVnano case is a talking point. Complaints tend to focus on battery life with ANC on and on touch controls that misfire during workouts.
- Secure fit that stays in during runs
- Effective noise cancelling for the size
- UVnano case is seen as a useful extra
- Clear call quality with the built-in mic
- Battery drains faster with ANC enabled
- Touch controls can trigger by accident
- Case is bulkier than some rivals
Questions and answers
- Which is better for running and gym workouts?
- The xboom Buds list water resistance and touch controls, which matter when you sweat and move. The Tone Free lists a sports-focused fit but no water resistance rating.
- Is the LG Tone Free worth the extra money?
- At $207.00 at eBay versus $109.99, the Tone Free costs about $97 more. On the listed specs the xboom Buds offer more features, so the premium is hard to justify unless you want LG's top Tone Free tier.
- Do both have noise cancelling?
- Yes. Both list active noise cancelling and a built-in microphone.
- Which works with Siri and Google Assistant?
- Only the xboom Buds list Google Assistant and Siri support. The Tone Free listing does not mention voice assistants.
- Which has better sound adjustment?
- The xboom Buds list adaptive EQ, which tunes output automatically. The Tone Free listing does not list adaptive EQ.
- Do both come with a charging case?
- Yes. Both list a charging case included.