Sonos Five
Score: 76/100
Sonos SUBG4US1BLK
Score: 52/100Rankings
The Sonos Five is a high-fidelity, Wi-Fi-only speaker with six Class-D amplifiers, delivering powerful, room-filling sound and deep bass, ideal for Sonos-centric homes.
The Sonos Sub 4 is a premium wireless subwoofer that delivers deep, precise bass down to 25 Hz and integrates flawlessly with the Sonos multi-room ecosystem. Its force-canceling drivers and app-driven calibration provide clean low-frequency performance, though its size, glossy finish, and limited connectivity may deter non-Sonos users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 25 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.35 kgbest | 12 kg |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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Physical Specs(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.35 kg | 12.0 kg |
Design & Build(1) | ||
Finish | Black matte | High-gloss black |
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Reviewers commend its studio-quality sound and Trueplay calibration, while noting the lack of Bluetooth and 5 GHz Wi-Fi as drawbacks.
Users love the rich, full-bodied sound and humidity resistance, but complain about missing Bluetooth and occasional Wi-Fi hiccups.
Professional reviewers commend the Sonos Sub for its deep, precise bass, seamless integration with the Sonos app, and innovative force-canceling driver design, while noting its high price and limited compatibility with non-Sonos systems.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the noticeable bass boost and wireless convenience, but complain about the glossy finish's fingerprints, large size, and lack of physical controls or broader connectivity.
“Powerful, clean sound with excellent dynamic range”
“Trueplay makes the room sound amazing”
“Missing Bluetooth is a disappointment”
