Soundcore

Soundcore Motion X500

A entry-level pick in the bluetooth speakers line-up, with Bluetooth Speakers up front.

50/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
Bluetooth Speakers
£160best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 50/100
  • Built for the job
  • No stereo pairing
Score profile

Where the Soundcore Motion X500 wins and loses

Scored against the bluetooth speakers class
OverallValueFuture-proo…505045
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Future-proofing
45
Head to head

Soundcore Motion X500 vs Soundcore Soundcore Motion 100

Highlighted cell = better in that row
OverallValueFuture-proo…
Soundcore Motion X500Soundcore Motion 100
 SoundcoreSoundcore Motion X500This pageSoundcoreSoundcore Motion 100
Overall score50 /10050 /100
IP ratingIPX7
Who it's for

Is the Soundcore Motion X500 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable bluetooth speaker for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need stereo pairing, in which case a higher-tier bluetooth speaker is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Soundcore Motion X500 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other bluetooth speakers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 56.

What stands out on the Soundcore Motion X500?

Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the bluetooth speakers class.

How does it compare to the SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker (2nd Gen)?

The SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker (2nd Gen) scores 53/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.