Sonos One 2019
Score: 80/100
Denon Home 150
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Sonos One (Gen 2) is a compact, humidity-resistant smart speaker offering clear sound, three voice assistants, and Trueplay tuning. Its lack of Bluetooth and modest bass limit flexibility for some users. Ideal for existing Sonos owners seeking a small, voice-controlled speaker for kitchens or offices.
The Denon Home 150 is a compact mono smart speaker that excels in high-resolution audio and HEOS multi-room features. Its mono design and modest bass make it less suited for larger spaces. Ideal for small rooms where space is at a premium and integration with existing HEOS setups is desired.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
89 mmbest | 25 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,800 gbest | 2,354 g |
89 mmbest | 89 mmbest | |
6best | — | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
161 mm | 284 mmbest | |
120 mm | 201 mmbest | |
120 mm | 185 mmbest |
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Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11b/g | 802.11b/g/n, 802.11a/n/ac |
Audio(1) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 89 mm | 25 mm |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 1800 g | 2354 g |
Height (mm) | 161 mm | 284 mm |
Width (mm) | 120 mm | 201 mm |
Depth (mm) | 120 mm | 185 mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Sonos One for its high-quality drivers, six-mic voice array and Trueplay tuning, emphasizing its superior sound and reliable wired connectivity compared to competing smart speakers. They also note the trade-offs of missing Bluetooth and modest bass output, positioning the device as a premium choice for users already invested in the Sonos ecosystem.
Everyday users love the easy setup, robust voice-assistant integration and clear, punchy audio, especially in kitchens and small rooms. Recurring frustrations center on occasional app glitches, the inability to stream via Bluetooth, and a desire for deeper bass without adding a subwoofer.
Professional reviewers commend the Home 150 for delivering unexpectedly large and detailed sound from a tiny mono enclosure, praising its driver balance, rich midrange, and ability to handle complex music passages with authority, while noting its suitability for small-space audio setups.
Everyday users emphasize the speaker's small footprint, wall-mount options, and high-resolution streaming capabilities, frequently mentioning that it sounds far better than its size would suggest and integrates smoothly into existing HEOS ecosystems.
