Here at WIRED, we like Sonos audio system. We actually do. Throughout the previous decade, we’ve reviewed all the firm’s wirelessly connectable audio system, from its small shelf audio system to its TV soundbars, and we have advisable each one in every of them. But turning your house right into a Sonos-powered shrine to sound is not low-cost. Like Apple merchandise, Sonos audio system promote at a premium, beginning at $120 for a fundamental bookshelf speaker. But which of them do you have to purchase? Read on for our suggestions.

Updated December 2022: We’ve added the Sonos Ray Soundbar and the Sonos Sub Mini subwoofer and up to date pricing and retailers.

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Best Overall Sonos Speaker

The Sonos One (Gen 2) is simply in regards to the smallest Sonos speaker, nevertheless it packs sufficient oomph to fill most rooms. Compared to its predecessor, the Gen 2 mannequin has a sooner processor and extra reminiscence. So it not solely sounds higher, it’s going to additionally last more—which implies you will not have to fret about upgrading it for some time.

We suggest different Sonos audio system on this information, however you can also’t go improper by simply getting extra Sonos Ones to refill your own home. Their hands-free Alexa and Google Assistant integration additionally makes them much more versatile. They can play music, let you know the climate, discover a recipe, and reply easy questions, like every of our different favorite smart speakers. They additionally work with Siri by way of AirPlay 2. They’re rather more inexpensive than different Sonos audio system too, and their small measurement means you may disguise them in virtually any room. 

It’s almost similar to the One however would not have microphones, so you may solely management it out of your cellphone or the contact buttons on it (and you do not have to fret about somebody listening in to your home). The SL can be a great way so as to add extra satellite tv for pc audio system to your house. And in order for you a speaker that may actually belt it out, the Sonos Five ($549) sounds incredible and is mic-less.

Best Speakers to Fill Out a Room

Earlier this yr, Sonos reunited with Ikea to launch a second-generation model of its bookshelf speaker. At $120, it is a bit pricier than its $99 predecessor, nevertheless it does include a number of upgrades, together with a rise in reminiscence and a sooner processor. We have but to check this mannequin, however we did just like the first-generation model. 

Looks apart, it sounds virtually nearly as good as a Sonos One. You can mount it proper to your wall or stand it upright on a bookshelf or desk. And if you wish to community a number of audio system collectively for a bigger room, or related rooms, that is the most affordable strategy to do it. It would not instantly take audio instructions, as a result of it has no mic, so you may want a Sonos One, Google speaker, or Alexa speaker you could yell at if you wish to management it together with your voice. Other than that, it does every thing you’d desire a Sonos to do.

Sonos and Ikea additionally launched a brand new model of their distinctive desk lamp. There is a white version, a black version, and a $169 version with a textile light shade. It presents enhanced sound and is extra customizable this time round, with swappable shades. The first mannequin, which you’ll examine in our dual review, sounded nice. We have excessive hopes for the brand new model. Finally, if wall artwork is extra your type, Ikea presents the Symfonisk Picture Frame with a built-in Sonos Wi-Fi Speaker for $249. We are at the moment testing the desk lamp and can replace this information with our ideas quickly.

Best Portable Speaker With Bluetooth

The Sonos Roam (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is the corporate’s smallest and most moveable speaker. With built-in Bluetooth connectivity (it is one in every of our favorite Bluetooth speakers), you may simply throw it right into a tote bag and play music on the go. Using the Sonos app, accessible for Android and iPhone, you even have the power to stream from main providers like Spotify, Apple Music (with assist for AirPlay 2), Tidal, and extra. And you may management the speaker by way of voice instructions utilizing Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.

It might not supply audiophile-approved sound for its stature, nevertheless it’s nonetheless pretty spectacular. The dual-driver system, subwoofer, and tweeter work in tandem to offer a daring bass and clear highs—with zero distortion when the quantity is cranked up. And with as much as 10 hours of listening, it’s going to final you a full seashore day—after which some.

The Sonos Move is an even bigger moveable speaker with higher sound. It packs Bluetooth connectivity, 11 hours of battery life, and onboard microphones that adapt its sound to the atmosphere, plus it is water resistant. Can’t determine between the Roam and Move? You can purchase both of them for $578 at Sonos.

Best Sonos Soundbar (for Most)

As with the unique Beam (8/10, WIRED Recommends), the second-generation Beam delivers spectacular sound and has a smooth design. In phrases of upgrades, it has a sooner processor, assist for Dolby Atmos (with suitable TVs and streaming apps) for enhanced sound, and an HDMI eARC port for higher-definition audio. You’ll additionally get hands-free Alexa and Google Assistant, and it really works with Airplay 2. You can pair it with a Sonos Sub (an costly subwoofer) and two different Sonos audio system for {surround}.

Sonos tweaked the design too, including a polycarbonate grille to the entrance as an alternative of a material cowl as seen on the Gen 1 mannequin. That’s speculated to make it simpler to mix in together with your inside decor. It’s $50 greater than the earlier mannequin, which is not that rather more costly than the already costly soundbar. For non-Sonos alternate options, learn our Best Soundbars information.

The commonplace Sonos Sub will price you $749 at Sonos or Target. It’s very good however costly. If you’re working with a smaller area, the less expensive Sonos Sub Mini is $429 at Sonos (Target). Don’t trouble shopping for {surround} audio system till you personal a Sub, although. It will make a profound distinction.

Best Small Soundbar 

If you have got an house or a smaller room, or are simply getting began within the soundbar division, the Sonos Ray (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is a strong possibility for you. The Ray is available in a compact body, however don’t let that idiot you. The soundbar produces clear, crisp sound that simply fills your area with zooms and booms, quiet conversations, and another moments you wouldn’t need to miss in your favourite films and reveals. Plus, with adjustable settings within the Sonos app, you may configure your best listening expertise for each track in your favourite album.

This small soundbar simply suits on leisure facilities and dressers, or you may mount it in your wall to unencumber as a lot treasured area as potential.

Wanna take it to the following degree? You can pair the Ray with the Sonos Sub Mini to spherical out the sound in your room. The Sub Mini is wi-fi (other than an influence twine), so it connects seamlessly to your present system by means of the Sonos app. This subwoofer is $429 at Sonos and Target.

Best for Big Home Theaters

A soundbar could make all of the distinction in a house theater, and so they price quite a bit lower than a full surround-sound setup. And when you’re on the lookout for one which’s actually highly effective, the Sonos Arc (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is the best way to go. It has full Dolby Atmos assist, and in lots of rooms, it could bounce pontificate your partitions and ceiling properly sufficient that it seems like you have got a {surround} setup.

With three tweeters and eight mid-woofers, it delivers deep bass and has extra steadiness and depth than the Beam. It’s additionally quite a bit longer, stretching 45 inches, or in regards to the width of a 55-inch TV. Its design is elegant and understated within the common Sonos approach—you will not at all times discover the bar, however whenever you do, it is not an eyesore in any respect.