Short answer: the Soundcore Motion 300 for better sound quality, the Mifa Wildrod for the lower price. The Soundcore Motion 300 ranks #2 of 135 medium speakers at $79.99. The Mifa Wildrod ranks #17 at $47, $32.99 cheaper.
The case for the Soundcore Motion 300: Pretty deep bass for its small size, pocketable (in a big pocket), the ability to run in stereo facing you or omnidirectional lying flat, custom EQ per orientation, and Oluv’s Uboom L EQ available for a more neutral sound. The catch: without that EQ (or maxing the top two treble bars), it’s very rolled off in the treble and would only rank around #50, BassUp mode is worse than Signature, it’s not quite as detailed or neutral as higher-ranked speakers, and bass distorts slightly when turned up.
What the Mifa Wildrod gets right: Flashing the latest firmware brings much improved bass and treble. Set against that: it’s not stereo, with a slight peak around 250Hz and slightly rolled off treble.
Buy the Soundcore Motion 300 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Mifa Wildrod if the price matters more than sound quality.
Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Motion 300 | Mifa Wildrod | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.99 | $47 |
| Ranked | #2 of 135 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #17 of 135 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 50Hz | 54Hz |
| Battery Life | 13 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | LDAC, SBC | Not specified |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (9 band with adjustable frequency) | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 216ms ldac, 200ms aac, 116ms sbc | - |
| Max Volume | 101dB | 100dB |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 1.7 lbs / 772 g | 1.4 lbs / 630 g |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 7.9" x 3.6" x 2" (200 x 92 x 50 mm) | 7.5" x 3" x 3" (190 x 75 x 75 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 50.8mm (2") full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators | 45mm x 80mm woofer, 20mm tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 65Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 65Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Output Power | 30W | 30W |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) | Yes (PartyAdd up to 100 speakers) |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
The Two Speakers In Full
Soundcore Motion 300: $79.99 Amazon
Pros: Pretty deep bass for the small size. Pocket size in a big pocket. Can be used in stereo facing you, or omnidirectional lying down. Ability to have a custom EQ for each orientation, standing, lying flat, hanging. Try the Uboom L EQs from Oluv for a more neutral sound.
Cons: Without the above EQ or turning the top 2 treble EQ bars to max, this speaker is very rolled off in the treble and will rank around #50 in the rankings. Bassup mode is worse than Signature. Not quite as detailed or neutral as higher ranked speakers. Slight bass distortion when turned up.
Full Soundcore Motion 300 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 50Hz |
| Battery Life | 13 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | LDAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 216ms ldac, 200ms aac, 116ms sbc |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7.9" x 3.6" x 2" (200 x 92 x 50 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 50.8mm (2") full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes (9 band with adjustable frequency) |
| Frequency Response | 65Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 101dB |
| Output Power | 30W |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.7 lbs / 772 g |
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Mifa Wildrod: $47 Amazon
Pros: Flash latest firmware for the best sound, much improved bass and treble.
Cons: Not stereo, slight peak around 250hz, slightly rolled off treble.
Full Mifa Wildrod review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 54Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | Not specified |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7.5" x 3" x 3" (190 x 75 x 75 mm) |
| Drivers | 45mm x 80mm woofer, 20mm tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 65Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 100dB |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Output Power | 30W |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyAdd up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.4 lbs / 630 g |
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