Sonos Beam Gen 2
Score: 79/100
Sonos Move 2
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Sonos Move 2 is a portable, weather-proof smart speaker delivering high-fidelity stereo sound and extensive connectivity. Its substantial weight and lack of high-resolution audio limit ultra-light use. Ideal for Sonos ecosystem owners who need durable outdoor audio.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 2.88 kgbest | 3 kg |
5best | 2 | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
7.6 cmbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 4,415 cm³best | 4,893 cm³ |
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| Attribute | | |
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Audio(1) | ||
Channels | 5 | 2 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.88 kg | 3.0 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm³) | 4415 cm³ | 4893 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 commend the Move for its premium, room-tuned sound, robust IP56 durability, and deep integration with Sonos, AirPlay 2, Alexa and Google Assistant, while noting the trade-off of its substantial weight and the absence of high-resolution audio support.
Everyday owners consistently praise the Move's powerful bass, clear vocals, and reliable outdoor performance, especially its rain-proof design and voice-control convenience, but they commonly criticize its heft, battery drain at high volumes, and lack of wired inputs.
“Easy setup, clear dialogue/music at low volumes, virtual Atmos 'fills the room' without wires, blends into decor.”
“stands up to rain and bumps perfectly”
