Between the Authentics 300 and Move (1st gen), the Authentics 300 comes out ahead in output, while the Move (1st gen) wins on several specs. Overall, the Authentics 300 scores 55.1 and the Move (1st gen) scores 47.8 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Authentics 300 edges ahead on the Mars Score (55.1 vs 47.8), but the 7.3-point gap is small enough that the right pick comes down to which spec advantages matter to you.
Pick the Authentics 300 if you care most about output. The biggest gaps in its favor are output.
The Move (1st gen) similarly doesn't carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable dolby atmos, matter / thread, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Authentics 300 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why JBL - Authentics 300 wins
- ▲Output — 66.67% more. 100 W vs 60 W.
Why Sonos - Move (1st gen) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Audio
| Spec | JBL - Authentics 300 | Sonos - Move (1st gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Output | 100 Wlead | 60 W |
| Stereo pairing | true | true |
| Dolby Atmosⓘ | false | false |
Assistant & Smart Home
| Spec | JBL - Authentics 300 | Sonos - Move (1st gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Voice assistant | Alexa,Google Assistant | Alexa |
| Matter / Thread | false | false |
| Zigbee hub | false | false |
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