The Anker Soundcore Motion+ is a compact mid-range Bluetooth speaker released in 2019, promising lossless hi-res audio streaming for outdoor use. Like some of the best speakers on the market, this battery-powered device uses Bluetooth technology, pairing wireless up to two devices. It gets really loud and produces balanced mid-range. Continue reading our Anker Soundcore Motion+ review and see how this speaker compares with the top Bluetooth speakers on the market today.
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Anker Soundcore Motion+ Review
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Experts lauded the Anker Soundcore Motion+, approving it for outdoor use and podcasting. They were delighted by its 15.5-hour battery life, fairly accurate, balanced sounds, and low Bluetooth latency. However, they criticized its inaccurate voice assistant.
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Overview
The Anker Soundcore Motion+ is a compact mid-range Bluetooth speaker released in 2019, promising lossless hi-res audio streaming for outdoor use. Like some of the best speakers on the market, this battery-powered device uses Bluetooth technology, pairing wireless up to two devices. It gets really loud and produces balanced mid-range. Continue reading our Anker Soundcore Motion+ review and see how this speaker compares with the top Bluetooth speakers on the market today.
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our Verdict

Product testers praised the Anker Soundcore Motion+, for outdoor use and podcasting. Experts at CNET love its portable construction, weighing just 2.3 lbs. However, if you need a device with a removable carrying strap, check out our Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 review. Analysts at PCMag hailed its IPX7 submersible construction. They loved its calling and speakerphone functions. It supports stereo music and features a decent soundscape, offering a 4.95 dB directivity index. The speaker has a 60.8 Hz to 10.7 kHz frequency response range and a balanced -0.34 slope with an outstanding mid-range. During tests, reviewers recorded an excellent 15.5-hour battery life. However, if you require a better runtime, see our Anker Soundcore review. Although it has smartphone-based voice assistants, voice control was not accurate. Reviewers lauded its dual-pairing Bluetooth 5.0 tech and good 104 ms iOS Bluetooth latency and 42 ms Android latency, which favor movie streaming. The audio remains fairly accurate at high volume settings, featuring a 91. 0 dB SPL at the maximum volume.
Reasons to Buy
- Gets really loud
- Outstanding battery life
- Well-balance mid-range
- Lightweight, portable design
- App-based graphic EQ and presets
Reasons to Avoid
- Voice assistant requires a smartphone
- Compression at maximum volume
- Mediocre low-bass
- Understated treble
- So-so soundstage
Specifications
Battery Life | 12 hrs | |
Built In Microphone | Yes | |
Charge Time | 4 hrs | |
Size | 257 mm (w) x 79 mm (h) x 81 mm (d) | |
Smart App | Soundcore | |
Speaker Pairing | Yes | |
Water Resistant | Yes | |
Wattage | 30W | |
Wireless Range | 10 m |
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Market Context |
The Anker Soundcore Motion+ is a compact mid-range Bluetooth speaker released in 2019, promising lossless hi-res audio streaming for outdoor use. Like some of the… |
Featuring a better 4.95 dB directivity index, the Anker Soundcore Motion+ has a better soundstage than the Anker Soundcore Motion Boom, which has a 7.24… Featuring a better 4.95 dB directivity index, the Anker Soundcore Motion+ has a better soundstage than the Anker Soundcore Motion Boom, which has a 7.24 dB directivity index. The Motion+ also has a lower 42 ms Android Bluetooth latency than the 223 ms Android latency of the Motion Boom. However, the Motion Boom features a better 93.1 dB SPL at maximum volume than the 91.0 dB SPL of the Anker Soundcore Motion+. Browse our Anker Soundcore Motion Boom review to learn more about the Boom. |
The JBL Charge 5 speaker features a better water- and dust-resistance IP67 rating than the IPX7 rating of the Anker Soundcore Motion+. Additionally, the JBL… The JBL Charge 5 speaker features a better water- and dust-resistance IP67 rating than the IPX7 rating of the Anker Soundcore Motion+. Additionally, the JBL model has a more balanced 0.29 frequency response slope compared to the -0.34 slope of the Anker Soundcore Motion+. However, the Anker Soundcore Motion+ supports stereo audio, while the Boom device downmixes stereo to mono. |
The Sony SRS-XB43 has higher IP67 dust and water-resistant rating than the IPX7 water-resistance rating of the Anker Soundcore Motion+. However, the Motion+ has a… The Sony SRS-XB43 has higher IP67 dust and water-resistant rating than the IPX7 water-resistance rating of the Anker Soundcore Motion+. However, the Motion+ has a wider-sounding soundstage, featuring a directivity index of just 4.95 dB compared to the 7.34 dB index of the Sony SRS-XB43. |
Battery Life | 12 hrs | 24 hrs | 20 hrs | 24 hrs |
Built In Microphone | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Charge Time | 4 hrs | 5.5 hrs | 4 hrs | 5 hrs |
Size | 257 mm (w) x 79 mm (h) x 81 mm (d) | 7.9" (h) x 13.6" (w) x 5.9" (d) | 3.76" (h) x 8.7" (w) x 3.67" (d) | 4.84" (h) x 12.8" (w) x 4.61" (d) |
Smart App | Soundcore | Soundcore | JBL Portable | n/a |
Speaker Pairing | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Dig Deeper | Read review →: Anker Soundcore Motion Boom Review | Read review →: JBL Charge 5 Review | Read review →: Sony SRS-XB43 Review |
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- 63Anker’s Soundcore Motion Plus came out in 2019 and managed to slip beneath my radar,… read more
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David Carnoy - NRThe Soundcore Motion+ is a powerful Bluetooth speaker in an unassuming package. It might look… read more
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Chase Bernath - 87Although this compact, $100 Bluetooth speaker could do with a little more high-end detail, its… read more
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John Panoryios - 80The Anker Soundcore Motion+ is a solid all-around Bluetooth speaker that delivers a loud sound… read more
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Jennifer Allen - 80The Anker Soundcore Motion Plus is good for outdoor use. It has an IPX7 rating… read more
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