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<List> <ListItem><ItemContent><p>• China is the largest producer of pomelo globally.</p></ItemContent></ListItem> <ListItem><ItemContent><p>• Chinese pomelos are adapted to subtropical climates and Thai pomelos to tropical climates.</p></ItemContent></ListItem> <ListItem><ItemContent><p>• Guanxi pomelo is a popular cultivar in China and Thong Dee is the most popular in Thailand.</p></ItemContent></ListItem> <ListItem><ItemContent><p>• Naringin is the most abundant flavonoid in Chinese and Thai pomelos.</p></ItemContent></ListItem> <ListItem><ItemContent><p>• Fruity, sweet, sour, juicy and overall flavor attributes are important in consumer preference.</p></ItemContent></ListItem></List></p> <p>Pomelo is a member of the genus Citrus that is a key contributor to the breeding of modern citrus cultivars. China is the largest producer of pomelo and one of the top five pomelo exporting countries. Pomelos from Thailand are also well-known for their excellent quality and flavor and are ranked in the top ten export countries. This review introduces pomelo planting locations and conditions in China and Thailand. The characteristics and qualities of some commercial pomelo cultivars in China and Thailand are summarized to introduce them to international consumers and to document their similarities and dissimilarities. Data on bioactive compounds and antioxidant capacity are also included for most Chinese and Thai pomelos to highlight how they differ in this aspect because consumers are increasingly interested in healthier foods. In addition, the sensory perception in terms of aroma, flavor, texture and taste attributes and consumer perspective and preferences are discussed.