Soundcore Motion 300 by Anker, Bluetooth Speaker, Wireless Hi-Res Portable Speaker, IPX7 Waterproof, BassUp, Bluetooth 5.3, 30W Stereo Sound, 13H Playtime for Home, Shower, Outdoor, and Travel

This for me as a person whose career has been in music production for the last 40 years hits a sweet spot. Not too expensive, super portable, waterproof, long lasting battery, perfect for trips working out outdoors, etc. a lot of bass from a little speaker if you listen to music that has a lot of bottom like me. Definitely would recommend.

When it comes to speakers, Soundcore isn’t exactly a household name, especially compared to well-established brands like Bose or JBL. I approached the purchase of the Soundcore Motion 300 with some hesitation, expecting it to be just another budget speaker. However, after using it for a while, I can confidently say I was positively surprised by both the sound and build quality of this product.Having used a number of Bose, Sony, and JBL products over the years, I have high expectations for sound quality and durability. My daily go-to has been the Bose SoundLink Mini, which has set a pretty high standard for me. Shockingly, the Motion 300 holds up remarkably well in comparison, delivering a sound experience that’s incredibly similar to the Bose SoundLink Mini, yet at a fraction of the cost.I’m not into blasting loud music—most of my listening involves piano, soft music and talks, and this speaker delivers exceptionally well for that. The first thing that struck me was how rich and natural the sound is for a speaker at this price point. The bass is deep but doesn’t overpower the mids and highs, which remain crisp and well-defined.While Bose speakers tend to have a signature warm sound, the Soundcore's audio profile is a bit more neutral, which I appreciate because it offers more versatility across different types of content. The speaker’s ability to maintain clarity at low volumes was another pleasant surprise. It doesn’t distort when you increase the volume either, which is crucial if you plan to use it for gatherings or in larger spaces.If you're looking for a high-quality Bluetooth speaker but don’t want to break the bank, the Soundcore Motion 300 is a fantastic option. For a fraction of the price of premium brands, you get comparable sound quality with a well-rounded balance of bass, mids, and highs. Whether you're using it for music, podcasts, or social gatherings, this speaker won’t disappoint.

It's rare that you find a product that it's clear how much thought and effort went into the design and construction of it. Soundcore by Anker has knocked it out of the park with this speaker, and I simply couldn't be happier. While this is more than I planned to spend on a Bluetooth speaker, it was well worth the investment as I can already tell this build quality will last a very long time.Connecting the speaker to my phone couldn't have been easier. It paired instantly and even renamed the device automatically so I can easily recognize the in the future. It does have an app you can download for more control over some settings, but it's not necessary.The Bluetooth range is impeccable. I cranked the volume up to max and walked ~150ft away before I hear the first break in connection. Speaking of volume, this speaker performs better than any other mobile speaker I've used before. While I didn't notice anything remarkable about the Bass Boost mode, it has a decent, well rounded audio profile already.I love the included loop that unsnaps to easily hang the speaker. While it's a little tough to unsnap it, the quality of the loop once again feels solid and that it will last a lot of use. Between the loop and the multiple arrangements of feet, this speaker is quite versatile in how you can orient it. The speaker will also automatically adjust it's sound profile depending on it's orientation. While I can I hear the adjustments being made when moving the speaker, I can't quite tell what impact it has on the audio quality. It might be more gimmick than anything, but I'm no audiophile and it's certainly not hurting anything.I love that the device uses USB-C to charge. This gives it faster charging capabilities over the older form factors, and I've already got plenty of these cables available (and the product includes a short cable as well).Overall, I feel this speaker is the best bang for the buck, easily justifying it's higher price point.

I have owned a dozen various small bluetooth speakers over the years from Bose to pretty questionable and was looking for one specifically to take on trips. This one was on sale and had good reviews comparing it to the Bose Soundlink Flex at twice the price, so dove in and ordered one. My thoughts, it is a nice speaker much in the way of comparing a Chevrolet to a Cadillac. They both work fine and are quite similar in most ways. The Bose is more technically advanced and has a slightly cleaner sound in my opinion, but if you are not putting them side by side, a marginal difference. This speaker is what I would call a personal speaker, great for listening in a motel room when traveling or at home in a bedroom or even office. The sound level is plenty loud, but quickly starts losing the bass octaves at over half volume. I agree with others that the bass boost is a gimmick that does not work well at all. The sound quality out of the box is decent but using the equalizer app makes a huge difference. It is a totally listenable speaker for hours on end, just don't expect to entertain at a dance party or outdoor event, there are other larger ones that work much better for that. The size was larger than I thought from the pictures, but it feels very well made and has a good heft to it. For the sale price of under $60, it is a fantastic deal