The iBoom definitely has some quirks, and those issues keep it from earning a higher rating. However, it's such a unique product that even with these quirks, it's a lot of fun to take to the beach or park--or just for hanging out in the back yard. In fact, if I had one word to describe the iBoom/BoomBag combo, it's that: fun. If you can live with the minor issues I've described here, you'll likely enjoy using it as much as I did.

(See our full review via the link below.)--Dan Frakes

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