Sonos Beam Gen 2
Score: 79/100
Sonos Era 100
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Sonos Era 100 is a compact wireless smart speaker offering rich stereo sound, Trueplay tuning and support for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 and AirPlay 2. Its lack of a battery and limited waterproofing restrict placement options. Best suited for indoor rooms where high-quality sound and smart-home integration are priorities.
The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is a sleek 5-channel soundbar with virtual Dolby Atmos, voice-assistant integration, and full Sonos multi-room support, delivering balanced sound in compact form. It lacks Bluetooth and has modest bass without an optional sub, which may disappoint bass-hungry listeners. Suited for apartments or small living rooms that prioritize ease of use and ecosystem integration.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 0.09 kHzbest | |
— | 84 dBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.88 kg | 2.02 kgbest |
5best | 2 | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
7.6 cmbest | 1.3 cm | |
— | 10.2 cmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4,415 cm³ | 4,235 cm³best |
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| Attribute | | |
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Audio(2) | ||
Channels | 5 | 2 |
Driver Size (cm) | 7.6 cm | 1.3 cm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.88 kg | 2.02 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm³) | 4415 cm³ | 4235 cm³ |
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Professional reviewers commend the Beam Gen 2 for its balanced five-driver sound, compact virtual Dolby Atmos implementation, and fast voice activation, while noting the lack of true up-firing drivers and Bluetooth.
Everyday users appreciate the easy setup, clear dialogue at low volumes, and the way virtual Atmos fills the room without extra speakers, but they note limited bass and the missing Bluetooth option.
Professional reviewers praise the Era 100 for its refined stereo imaging, powerful bass, and fast, future-proof processing, noting that the addition of Bluetooth 5.0 and Trueplay on both iOS and Android broaden its appeal.
User feedback is sparse in the provided data, but the consensus among everyday consumers appears to be positive regarding sound quality and multi-room integration, with no major recurring complaints noted.
“Easy setup, clear dialogue/music at low volumes, virtual Atmos 'fills the room' without wires, blends into decor.”
