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Updated · SoundGuys · Nov 6
SoundGuys Backs 3 Bluetooth Speakers Over CMF Models Starting at $64.99
Updated
Updated · SoundGuys · Nov 6

SoundGuys Backs 3 Bluetooth Speakers Over CMF Models Starting at $64.99

3 articles · Updated · SoundGuys · Nov 6

Summary

  • $64.99 Tribit StormBox Micro 3 leads SoundGuys' alternatives to CMF's Speaker S and M, with the outlet also recommending Soundcore's Motion 300 and Sony's ULT FIELD 1.
  • The picks hinge on features CMF lacks or trails on: Tribit offers fuller bass and a 9-band EQ, while the Motion 300 adds dual drivers, LDAC support and more outdoor-friendly design.
  • Sony's ULT FIELD 1 is framed as the rugged option, delivering stronger bass in ULT mode and tougher exterior protection, though its regular $139.99 price makes it harder to justify against CMF's $109 Speaker M.
  • CMF's speakers still earn praise for clarity, but the report argues their milk-carton styling and more limited tuning options make rivals more compelling for many buyers.

Insights

Could CMF's sleek design and lossless audio secretly outweigh the heavy bass and rugged builds of its top competitors?
Why are audio experts urging buyers to ditch CMF's newest speakers in favor of cheaper, older Bluetooth alternatives?