Short answer: the Minirig 4 with subwoofer on measured sound quality, the Soundcore Motion X500 on price. The Minirig 4 with subwoofer ranks #5 of 120 large speakers, rated 4.6/5, at $290. The Soundcore Motion X500 ranks #27, rated 4.1/5, at $99.99, $190.01 cheaper.
The Minirig 4 with subwoofer is the better-sounding, longer-running choice. A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 12 for the Soundcore Motion X500. At 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Soundcore Motion X500 at 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg). Watch for: Not stereo, app is buggy.
The Soundcore Motion X500 is the tougher option. A compact, waterproof stereo speaker with good sound and solid build for the money. It is rated IPX7 against Splash resistant for the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It supports LDAC Bluetooth, which the Minirig 4 with subwoofer lacks. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. The tradeoff: A little bright on top, a custom EQ can flatten things out a bit.
Buy the Minirig 4 with subwoofer if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Soundcore Motion X500 if the price matters more than sound quality.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Minirig 4 with subwoofer | Soundcore Motion X500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $290 | $99.99 |
| Ranked | #5 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #27 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 0ms | - |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | Splash resistant | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 60ms | - |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| TWS | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) | Yes |
| Weight | 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) | 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | LDAC, SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) | 8.7” x 8” x 3.2” (220 x 202 x 81 mm) |
| Drivers | 70mm custom driver | 2x 58mm (2.3”) forward-firing full-range drivers + 1x 43mm (1.7”) upward-firing driver |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 50W | 40W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 48Hz |
| Maximum SPL | - | 104dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Strap | - | No |
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