Sonos has constructed out a big assortment of merchandise that features good audio system, soundbars, subwoofers, transportable units, and extra. And we will’t overlook concerning the many Symfonisk audio system that the corporate has launched in partnership with Ikea. 

With such a broad portfolio of {hardware} at costs ranging wherever from $120 to $899, selecting the perfect Sonos speaker on your wants isn’t at all times as easy because it might sound. You in all probability have some thought of the class of speaker you need — soundbar, desk speaker, or one thing transportable — however even then, it takes some narrowing all the way down to land on the precise product.

Sonos is anticipated to introduce a number of new units in 2023 and can enter new product classes, however that shouldn’t cease you from shopping for something from the present lineup. Few firms assist their {hardware} with software program updates and new options for so long as Sonos.

The Sonos One is an ideal speaker to place in your kitchen or front room for informal music listening. With built-in mics that assist Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Sonos’ personal voice controls, you’ll be able to play your favourite artists and playlists from throughout the room. 

Despite its comparatively compact measurement, the Sonos One produces a properly balanced dynamic sound. But like most different audio system on this record, you’ll be able to fine-tune its performance with Sonos’ Trueplay feature. Once the One is in place, simply stroll across the room with an iPhone and the Sonos app will take microphone measurements which can be used to optimize its audio profile.

Most individuals will be capable to get by with a single Sonos One, however you can too hyperlink two of them collectively for stereo playback — or use a pair as rear encompass audio system for any of Sonos’ soundbars. If you’re not a fan of placing mic-enabled devices in your house, the Sonos One SL lacks the mics however is in any other case equivalent to the common One. It sounds precisely the identical however ditches the hands-free voice capabilities. You’ll save somewhat bit of cash in comparison with the common Sonos One, too.

Sonos’ authentic Bluetooth speaker isn’t “portable” in the identical sense because the a lot smaller Roam, however it’s simple sufficient to lug round totally different rooms of your house or haul out to the yard for a celebration. It’s a hefty little factor at 6.6 kilos, however a minimum of there’s a deal with molded into the again of the speaker for simpler carrying. 

Sonos advertises as much as 10 hours of steady playback when the Move is off its wi-fi charging base. Like the corporate’s different audio system, you’ll be able to stream music over Wi-Fi utilizing the Sonos app. But with the Move, you can too flip the swap on the again to Bluetooth mode and pair a telephone, laptop computer, or some other audio supply to pay attention that approach. 

Sound-wise, the Move may very effectively be Sonos’ greatest speaker greenback for greenback. It’s fuller and bassier than the One, which may’t be used unplugged, and is greater than highly effective sufficient to fill an outside patio space with sound. And better of all, Sonos’ transportable audio system have automated Trueplay, which means they use their very own built-in mics to supply the absolute best audio for no matter setting you’re utilizing them in. Whenever the Move (or Roam) is picked up and put someplace new, this course of robotically occurs within the background whilst you pay attention. One last item: Sonos has made efforts to assist the Move final lengthy into the long run by offering a battery replacement kit that may be bought when the included battery not holds a passable cost.

What the Sonos Five lacks in smarts (there are not any built-in mics on this product), it makes up for with pristine sound. Excluding soundbars, the Sonos Five is Sonos’ largest, strongest speaker. Play a few of your favourite tracks by the Five, and also you’ll rapidly come to grasp why it ranks above the remainder of the lineup in audio constancy, element, and total efficiency. It’s among the many perfect standalone audio system in the marketplace at its worth level and can outclass any HomePod, Echo, or Nest Audio speaker you check alongside it. Pair two of them collectively in stereo, and your music will sound elegant; a pair of Fives will also be used as rear surrounds, although there are extra inexpensive choices for that state of affairs.

Aside from its highly effective, enveloping sound, the Five has one comparatively distinctive {hardware} characteristic among the many Sonos lineup: there’s a 3.5mm aux enter that can be utilized for plugging in a report participant or one other audio machine of your selecting. The solely different Sonos units with line-in performance are the Amp and Port. 

The Sonos Roam is a small, light-weight Bluetooth speaker that’s simple to toss into your bag and produce wherever or journey with. It additionally makes for an amazing rest room speaker and may be positioned all through the house in areas that may be missing audio protection out of your different Sonos units. When used round the home, the Roam will play music over Wi-Fi — and it has built-in mics for voice controls. Take it on the street, and it really works like several Bluetooth speaker. And if you happen to occur to personal a turntable that helps Bluetooth, you’ll be able to play your vinyl assortment throughout your whole Sonos system by pairing the turntable with the Roam.

You can solely count on a lot from the tiny Roam when it comes to sound high quality. It outputs clear, detailed audio and may fill small rooms, however the bass and total presence are not any match for one thing just like the Sonos Move. You can at all times hyperlink two Roams collectively for a extra immersive stereo listening expertise. 

At $899, the Sonos Arc soundbar doesn’t come low-cost. But this Dolby Atmos soundbar is a real powerhouse that can carry out essentially the most from the newest Hollywood blockbusters or your Netflix streams. With 11 drivers in all (together with two up-firing top audio system), the Arc delivers really immersive house theater audio. The firm has continued to enhance its flagship soundbar with firmware updates which have centered on clearer dialogue and different enhancements. 

The Arc contains mics for voice assistants and good speaker performance, however you’ll be able to optionally purchase the Arc SL from Costco if you happen to’d desire to go with out them. If you’re severe about your house theater system and wish the perfect, strongest soundbar that Sonos provides, the Arc is the transfer. You’ll rapidly recover from the steep worth when you hear it.

6. Sonos Beam (second-gen)

Stepping all the way down to the mid-level Sonos Beam doesn’t imply you’ll be settling for lackluster sound. While it lacks correct up-firing top audio system for Dolby Atmos content material, the second-gen Beam does a formidable job of virtualizing these channels in a approach that’s convincing to your ears — particularly in small- to mid-size rooms. The inclusion of eARC means you don’t have to fret about any lip sync points when watching films or audio delay whereas gaming.

While the second Beam is comparable in measurement and weight to the primary, it encompasses a perforated plastic grille as an alternative of the hard-to-clean material of the unique mannequin. And priced at $449, it’s definitely simpler in your pockets than the flagship Arc.

With its optical-only design and no HDMI connection, the entry-level Sonos Ray is greatest suited to smaller rooms or secondary TVs. You don’t get any Dolby Atmos assist with this $279 soundbar, and it doesn’t have a devoted heart channel for dialogue. Still, the Ray offers balanced, crisp audio and surprisingly massive sound for its comparatively small measurement. Bass output is proscribed in comparison with Sonos’ pricier soundbars, however if you happen to’re searching for a easy answer that sounds good for each films and music, the Ray isn’t a nasty buy. I’d suggest saving a bit extra for the Beam when you have any plans to construct out your house theater system with further Sonos audio system, nonetheless. 

If you need to unleash the complete potential of any Sonos house theater setup, the Sub is an important piece of package. It’s obtained loads of increase and floor-shaking energy (if you need it) for these blockbuster motion sequences, and the Sub additionally provides one other layer of depth while you’re taking part in music by your system. 

The Sub can both be positioned upright or laid flat on the ground; you’ll be able to conveniently disguise it beneath a sofa, which may’t be stated of the cylindrical Sub Mini. But there’s no denying that the perfect low-end rumble that Sonos provides comes at a stiff premium: the Sub prices $749, and gross sales on the subwoofer are uncommon to come back by. 

The Sub Mini can’t totally match the loudness of the full-size Sub, however it will get you surprisingly shut — and for considerably much less cash. It’s additionally arguably extra fashionable, buying and selling the dust-magnet shiny end for a matte design. The Sub Mini’s decreased measurement makes it simple to put discreetly someplace close to your TV with out calling a lot consideration to the {hardware} itself.

10. Ikea Symfonisk Bookshelf Speaker

The Symfonisk lineup of audio system is collectively developed by Sonos and Ikea, and they could be a nice entry level to the world of Sonos. There’s maybe no higher deal in the complete portfolio than the versatile bookshelf speaker, which sells for beneath $120. This fashionable unit is nice for therefore many various use circumstances: it’s an amazing choice for anybody getting began with Sonos, delivering sound high quality that’s principally on par with a Sonos One in a special kind issue that some individuals may desire. Remember you can pair two bookshelf audio system collectively for stereo audio (or to make use of as encompass audio system). Ikea sells loads of equipment for it, together with a floor stand and wall bracket. 

11. Ikea Symfonisk Picture Frame speaker

The bookshelf speaker is a superb deal, however it nonetheless seems to be like a speaker. If you’re seeking to camouflage tech in your house in order that it blends in with different decor, that’s the place the Symfonisk image body speaker shines. When mounted in your wall, it seems to be like a bit of art work — albeit with an influence twine popping out of the underside. If you don’t love the default sample, Ikea sells varied alternative artwork panels, together with the Mona Lisa, Starry Night, or this record player print that I’m a fan of. 

Behind the entrance piece of artwork are Sonos drivers and waveguides that assist distribute sound from the image body speaker all through a room. There are many prospects and potential use circumstances for this factor: you’ll be able to mount two image body audio system collectively on the identical wall for encompass sound with any Sonos soundbar. And when the TV’s off, they match into the room higher than any conventional speaker can.