The Majority Move M3 is a portable Bluetooth speaker priced at £89.95, which aims to challenge established brands in the outdoor audio market.
Positioned against competitors like JBL’s Charge series, the British brand intends to offer comparable features for under £100.
The device weighs 800g and is designed with a resemblance to JBL’s Charge models. It features an IP67 rating for dust and waterproofing, and incorporates multicoloured LED lights on its sides. The design includes a prominent Majority logo on the front.
Usability points include a significant drawback: the buttons are located at the base of the speaker, requiring the user to pick it up to access controls. Furthermore, while thin shoelace-style attachments offer minimal function, the lack of a proper carry strap is noted.
On the feature front, the Move M3 boasts a 5,000mAh battery and Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity. It supports pairing two units together for true wireless stereo. Additional connections include microSD card and USB-A flash drive playback, options that may appeal to users who prefer non-Bluetooth usage.
However, limitations exist regarding media compatibility; the speaker only supports the standard SBC codec and is restricted to MP3 files on FAT32-formatted media under 128GB, lacking support for formats like FLAC, WAV, or AAC.
Several notable absences include high-res codec support, Auracast functionality, USB-C audio playback ability, and a power bank function. The speaker also lacks a companion app and Bluetooth multipoint connectivity, features common in rival models.
Regarding battery life, it is rated for 30 hours, with the reviewer finding this claim realistic. Charging time via a 5V/2A USB plug takes three to four hours. After approximately three hours of playback, the speaker experiences a 10% battery drain.
Sound quality proved to be the M3’s most significant weakness. It was described as lacking bass depth and having a narrow soundstage, making it unsuitable for energetic party music.
In side-by-side tests against the Bose SoundLink Plus at similar volumes, the Majority unit sounded tinny and sharp, lacking the dynamism of the Bose. While vocals were noted to be better separated on the Move M3 compared to the Bose in some tracks, bass impact was still deficient.
The speaker offers good clarity for podcasts and handles high volume without obvious distortion. However, without a companion app, users cannot adjust sound using EQ settings, an easy feature available on competing Bose speakers.
In conclusion, while praised for strong battery life, reliable durability, and decent portability for its price point, the Move M3’s shortcomings stem from insufficient bass punch and the lack of application support. The Soundcore Motion 300 was noted as a stronger choice due to clearer audio and straightforward app integration, unless the Majority’s enhanced connectivity or battery capacity is critical.
The review suggests that for buyers willing to spend slightly over £100, alternative purchases such as the Marshall Emberton III, Bose SoundLink Flex (2nd gen), or JBL Flip 7 represent better overall buying decisions.
Source: Trusted Reviews