Yamaha R-S202BL
Score: 71/100
Sonos Sub Mini
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Sonos Sub Mini is a compact, wireless subwoofer that adds surprisingly deep bass to Sonos setups, ideal for small-to-medium rooms.
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 dBbest | — | |
20 Hz | 25 Hzbest | |
20,000 Hzbest | — | |
2best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.7 kg | 6.346 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 | 6.346 kg |
Audio Performance(1) | ||
Frequency Response (Low) (Hz) | 20 Hz | 25 Hz |
Design & Build(1) | ||
Finish | Black | Matte white |
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.
Reviewers praise its deep bass and force-canceling design, while noting iOS-only calibration and limited power for larger spaces.
Users love the punchy bass and wireless convenience, but are frustrated by the iOS-only Trueplay and inability to place it horizontally.
“the perfect fit”
“Plenty of volume”
“Bluetooth pairs instantly and maintains stable connection”
