Short answer: the Xiaomi Sound Party for balance, the Soundcore Motion+ for off-axis treble. The Sound Party sounds pretty balanced overall and more neutral than the Charge 5, but its bass can sound slightly thuddy at high volume with a 180Hz peak. The Motion+ has separate tweeters and more bass at full volume than the Uboom L, though it is not quite as neutral or detailed.
Buy the Xiaomi Sound Party new; the Soundcore Motion+ is no longer sold new, so it only makes sense as a used find.
If battery life is a priority, the Xiaomi Sound Party is rated for 26 hours versus 12 hours for the Soundcore Motion+.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Motion+ | Xiaomi Sound Party | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.99 used, Discontinued | $142.99 |
| Ranked | #4 of 164 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #20 of 164 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Aux Latency | 0ms | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 54Hz | 54Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 26 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (9 band) | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 130ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 104dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 102dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Party Connect, up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-C, 5V/3A) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C (5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/2A) |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 2.3 lbs (1050 g) | 2.6 lbs (1200 g) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 10.1” x 3.1” x 3.2” (257 x 79 x 81 mm) | 10” x 3.6” x 3.6” (255 x 92 x 92 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 30W | 50W |
| Drivers | 2x 70mm (2.75”) neodymium woofers + 2x silk dome tweeters + 2x passive radiators | 2x 40mm woofers (35W total) + 2x 15mm tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | No | Yes (detachable strap) |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Soundcore Motion+: $79.99 used Discontinued Amazon eBay
Newer model: the Soundcore Motion 300, ranked higher, rated 4.5/5.
Pros: The previous best sounding in class, still a great speaker with separate tweeters, more bass at full volume and better off-axis treble frequency response than the Uboom L. Just okay with the default EQ, I highly recommend using this EQ setting from r/kai7895 to get it more neutral. To achieve the absolute best sound you’ll need the Wavelet app (Android only) and set the provided Wavelet EQ in there too. Turn off the wavelet EQ for outdoor use. An alternative is Oluv’s EQ which only needs the Soundcore app EQ. Measured bass extension of 54Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Not quite as neutral or detailed as the Uboom L. Without the above EQ, this speaker will rank around #25 in the rankings. Discontinued.
Full Soundcore Motion+ review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 30W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 0ms |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 54Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 130ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10.1” x 3.1” x 3.2” (257 x 79 x 81 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 70mm (2.75”) neodymium woofers + 2x silk dome tweeters + 2x passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes (9 band) |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Maximum SPL | 104dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Strap | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.3 lbs (1050 g) |
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Xiaomi Sound Party: $142.99 Amazon eBay
Pros: An unusually versatile 1.2kg outdoor speaker: IP67 dust/water protection, USB-C power-bank output, NFC pairing, lights, stereo pairing and a claimed 26-hour battery life. Several independent reviews describe a warm, generally balanced sound with clear vocals and useful bass impact when Bass Boost is off. It is also easy to carry thanks to the retractable handle. Measured bass extension of 54Hz (-10dB).
Cons: The sound evidence is mixed rather than universally glowing. One lab review found it loud but flat and unclean with blurred treble, while others hear the Bass Boost mode as boomy upper bass that can bottom out at high volume. It is not the strongest choice for a large party: tested output is around 94dB and rivals such as the Soundcore Boom 2 play louder with deeper bass. SBC is the only Bluetooth codec and there is no aux input.
Full Xiaomi Sound Party review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 50W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 54Hz |
| Battery Life | 26 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10” x 3.6” x 3.6” (255 x 92 x 92 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm woofers (35W total) + 2x 15mm tweeters |
| EQ | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Lights | Yes |
| Maximum SPL | 102dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Connect, up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C, 5V/3A) |
| Power Input | USB-C (5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/2A) |
| Stereo | No |
| Strap | Yes (detachable strap) |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.6 lbs (1200 g) |
- Links
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
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