Sonos RAYG1US1BLK
Score: 66/100
Sonos Roam 2 - White - Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
Score: 64/100$139.00
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The Sonos Ray is a compact 2.0 soundbar that delivers clear dialogue and balanced music, integrating smoothly with the Sonos ecosystem via Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and AirPlay 2. Its small footprint and easy setup suit small rooms, but the lack of HDMI, Dolby Atmos, and deep bass limit home-theater capabilities.
The Sonos Roam 2 is a compact, waterproof portable speaker that delivers balanced sound and deep Sonos ecosystem integration. It offers dual Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, voice-assistant support, and a rugged IP67 rating, but battery life and occasional connectivity hiccups limit its appeal for power-hungry users.
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Weight (kg) | 1.95 kg | 0.42 kg |
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Finish | Matte | White |
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Professional reviewers commend the Ray for its compact footprint, clear and balanced sound, and effortless integration into the Sonos ecosystem, noting it as a solid upgrade over built-in TV speakers. However, they criticize the absence of HDMI, Dolby Atmos, and deep bass.
Everyday users appreciate the Ray's noticeable improvement over TV speakers, easy app-based setup, and sleek look, especially when paired with existing Sonos gear. Common complaints focus on the missing HDMI connection, weak bass that often requires a separate Sub, and the lack of built-in voice assistants or Bluetooth for direct phone playback.
“Much better than my TV speakers”
“Easy setup with the Sonos app”
“Clear dialogue - I don't have to turn up the volume anymore”
Professional reviewers hail the Roam as the best portable smart speaker, praising its lightweight build, Automatic Trueplay, robust IP67 rating and seamless Sonos ecosystem integration, while noting modest battery life and occasional Wi-Fi switching issues.
Everyday users love the Roam's clear, balanced sound, waterproof durability and easy voice-assistant operation, but complain about a tricky initial setup, frequent Wi-Fi drops, Bluetooth limitations and reliability concerns.
