Sonos Five
Score: 77/100
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 Five is a premium wireless Hi-Fi speaker delivering rich bass, clear highs and a wide stereo soundstage, designed for stationary use in larger rooms. Its lack of Bluetooth, portability and reliance on AC power limit flexibility. Ideal for audiophiles and home-entertainment enthusiasts seeking high-fidelity stationary sound.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 0.09 kHzbest | |
— | 84 dBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.35 kg | 2.02 kgbest |
2best | 2best | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
— | 1.3 cmbest | |
— | 10.2 cmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 11,468 cm³ | 4,235 cm³best |
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Audio(1) | ||
Amplifier Type | Class-D | Class‑D digital (3 amplifiers) |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.35 kg | 2.02 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm³) | 11468 cm³ | 4235 cm³ |
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Professional reviewers commend the Sonos Five for its room-filling, high-fidelity sound, powerful bass, and precise stereo imaging, while noting the lack of portability, absence of Bluetooth, and reliance on AC power as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the immersive, deep bass and ultra-wide soundstage, especially when pairing two units, but many complain about the speaker's size, weight, and lack of Bluetooth limiting outdoor use.
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.
“"deep bass you can dance to" - User review”
“"ultra-wide soundstage" - User review”
