Sonos Play:1
Score: 70/100
Sonos One 2019
Score: 80/100Rankings
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 Sonos Play:1 is a compact wireless smart speaker that provides rich, room-filling sound with Trueplay tuning and Sonos multi-room support. Its lack of voice assistant, Bluetooth, and aux input limit flexibility for users seeking more connectivity. Best suited for users building a Sonos system in small to medium spaces who prioritize sound quality over extra features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
18,000 Hzbest | — | |
90 mmbest | 89 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,850 g | 1,800 gbest |
90 mmbest | 89 mm | |
— | 6best | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
162 mmbest | 161 mm | |
119 mm | 120 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi-Fi | 802.11b/g |
Audio(2) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Woofer Size (mm) | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Controls(2) | ||
Voice Assistant Support | false | true |
Touch Controls | false | true |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 1850 g | 1800 g |
Height (mm) | 162 mm | 161 mm |
Width (mm) | 119 mm | 120 mm |
Depth (mm) | 119 mm | 120 mm |
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Professional reviewers praise the Play:1 for its surprisingly pure and clean sound, noting its ability to reach around 100 dB SPL across a wide frequency range without distortion. The Trueplay DSP tuning is highlighted as a key differentiator that tailors audio to the room, and its seamless integration into Sonos multi-room and 5.1 home-theater systems is seen as a major strength. However, critics point out the absence of voice control and limited low-frequency output compared to larger speakers.
Everyday users appreciate the speaker's high-volume capability, easy wireless setup, and flexibility to group or ungroup speakers for different playlists. Common praise centers on its compact size delivering room-filling sound. Recurring complaints focus on the lack of an aux input, the need for multiple units in larger spaces, and occasional issues with the flat Ethernet cable.
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.
“handles pretty high volume without issues”
“Easy wireless setup”
