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Sonos Play: Portable Sound Savior?
4 Apr
Summary
- The Sonos Play offers a balance of portability and sound quality.
- It features 24-hour battery life and USB-C charging capabilities.
- Despite good sound, it does not match the Move 2's audio performance.
The new Sonos Play speaker arrives as a mid-sized option, balancing portability with audio performance. It weighs 1.3 kilograms and features a design similar to other Sonos products, with physical buttons and IP67 water resistance.
Key features include a 24-hour battery life, comparable to the Move 2, and the ability to act as a 35Wh portable battery for other devices. While the sound is punchy and bass-responsive, it can become muddled at high volumes, unlike the superior Move 2.
This release is significant as Sonos aims to recover from a troubled 2024 app relaunch. The accompanying app has seen improvements, though some interface elements remain clunky. The Play offers multi-speaker control within the Sonos ecosystem.
Priced at $299 in the U.S., the Sonos Play is a premium offering. It's recommended for those prioritizing true portability within the Sonos lineup, though the cost reflects the brand name more than sonic superiority.
