Sonos Roam 2
Score: 84/100
Marshall Kilburn III
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Sonos Roam 2 is a compact, IP67-rated smart speaker that offers auto-tuned Trueplay sound and voice-assistant integration. Its trade-offs include limited peak loudness and occasional connectivity hiccups. Ideal for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts who value portability over raw volume.
The Marshall Kilburn III is a premium portable Bluetooth speaker delivering 50 W of tri-amp power and up to 50 hours of playback, highlighted by its robust IP54 construction and analog controls. Its considerable weight of 2.8 kg and ambiguous power-bank functionality are notable trade-offs. Ideal for users seeking loud, long-lasting sound in a durable, amp-styled design.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10 hours | 50 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 430 gbest | 2,800 g |
— | 101.6 mmbest | |
4,860 mAhbest | — | |
— | 50 Wbest | |
— | 10 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 180 minutesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 10 hours | 50 hours |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 430 g | 2800 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 168×62×60 mm | 273 × 150 × 169 mm mm |
IP Rating | IP67 | IP54 |
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Professional reviewers highlight the Roam 2's blend of portability, rugged IP67 protection, and high-fidelity sound that benefits from Sonos' Auto Trueplay tuning. They commend its seamless Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/AirPlay 2 connectivity and voice-assistant support, while noting the limited peak volume and lack of a media slot as trade-offs for its compact form factor.
Everyday users love the speaker's lightweight design, impressive bass for its size, and dependable waterproofing, often using it in showers, at the beach, or on hikes. Common complaints revolve around reduced battery life at high volumes, insufficient loudness for big gatherings, and occasional connectivity hiccups when switching between Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Professional reviewers commend the Kilburn III for its tri-amp 50 W output, 360° stereophonic sound, long-lasting 50+ hour battery and rugged IP54 build, while noting its relatively heavy 2.8 kg chassis and the ambiguous claim of a built-in power bank as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the extended battery life, Marshall-styled sound and durable IP54 design, frequently mentioning the convenient analog controls and easy multipoint pairing, but they commonly criticize the speaker's heft and the lack of a reliable phone-charging USB output.
“Easy portability, impressive bass/clarity for size”
“Battery drains faster at max volume”
