Yamaha R-S202BL
Score: 71/100
Sonos Era 100
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Sonos Era 100 is a compact, AC-powered smart speaker that offers true-stereo sound, modern Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, and deep integration with the Sonos ecosystem. It excels in sound quality and smart-home features but lacks Google Assistant and portability.
The Yamaha R-S202BL is a 2-channel stereo receiver offering 100 W per channel, a high 100 dB S/N ratio and Bluetooth 4.1 streaming, aimed at entry-level audiophiles and secondary-room setups. It lacks digital inputs, a phono stage and advanced smart-home features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
100 wattsbest | 100 wattsbest | |
100 dBbest | — | |
20 Hzbest | — | |
20,000 Hzbest | — | |
2best | 2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.7 kg | 2.02 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 0.5 wattsbest | — |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Physical Specs(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.7 kg | 2.02 kg |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.0 |
Audio Performance(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, WAV | Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo |
Accessories(1) | ||
Remote Control Included | true | false |
Design & Build(1) | ||
Finish | Black | semi‑matte |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the R-S202BL for its low distortion, clean circuitry and impressive power output, calling it a refreshingly honest amplifier that prioritises audio fidelity.
Everyday users appreciate the strong volume, easy Bluetooth pairing, straightforward setup and solid build quality, while complaints focus on the lack of phono input, digital inputs and a basic remote.
Professional reviewers rate the Era 100 highly, praising its dual tweeters, larger woofer, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0 and Trueplay tuning, while noting the missing Google Assistant and modest bass.
Everyday users love the rich stereo sound, easy setup and Sonos app, but frequently mention the absence of Google Assistant, limited bass and the need to buy adapters separately.
“the perfect fit”
“Plenty of volume”
“Bluetooth pairs instantly and maintains stable connection”
