Sonos
The Sonos Era 300 is a premium wireless smart speaker that uses six drivers—including four tweeters and two angled woofers—and dedicated Class‑D amplifiers to deliver immersive Dolby Atmos spatial audio. It supports Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, AirPlay 2 and Alexa voice control, and integrates with the Sonos S2 app for multi‑room and surround‑sound setups.
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$479.00
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$431.10
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers praise the Era 300 for its breakthrough spatial audio, noting the six‑driver design with waveguides and per‑driver Class‑D amps creates a room‑filling, three‑dimensional soundstage. RTINGS.com and Crutchfield both highlight consistent performance and immersive Dolby Atmos support, while B&H underscores its suitability as a surround‑speaker for Sonos soundbars. The consensus is that the speaker sets a new benchmark for home‑theater and high‑fidelity music listening within the Sonos ecosystem.
What Users Say
Everyday users appreciate the intuitive touch controls, seamless multi‑source streaming via Wi‑Fi 6 and Bluetooth, and the immersive sound that fills the room. Common themes include praise for the ease of pairing and the Alexa voice assistant, while recurring frustrations revolve around the need for a separate line‑in adapter, the requirement for constant AC power, and the lack of portability or weather resistance.
Common Complaints
Separate line‑in adapter must be purchased, speaker must remain plugged into AC power, no IP rating limits placement in humid areas, setup requires the Sonos S2 app which some find complex, and the unit’s weight and footprint can be cumbersome for tight spaces.
How It Compares
vs. Apple HomePod 2
Advantages
Disadvantages
Choose the Era 300 for superior spatial audio and multi‑room Sonos integration; choose HomePod 2 for a more compact, Apple‑centric setup.
vs. Bose Home Speaker 500
Advantages
Disadvantages
Select the Era 300 for immersive Atmos sound and Sonos ecosystem benefits; select Bose 500 for a lighter, space‑saving speaker with built‑in line‑in.
vs. Sonos Era 100
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Disadvantages
Upgrade to the Era 300 if you need Atmos immersion and Bluetooth connectivity; stay with the Era 100 for a smaller, more affordable Sonos speaker.
