Move 2

Move 2 is the best speaker in my entire Sonos lineup. The versatility, docking station, and battery are unbeatable.

Yes exactly. This is honestly one of my biggest selling points. Its dock is the home base for it to sit 90% of the time and when I pull it off the dock, I know it’s 100% charged. That’s what separates my Move 2 from my Roam but the Roam is too small. This will be a nice in between size but with all the benefits of the Move 2.

Well the Roam is kinda a non starter because the charging pad sucks. So I don’t rely on it being fully charged when I’m ready to use it. The Move 2 is phenomenal but it’s mostly just a portable house speaker. It’s docked in our kitchen as part of our home network but I take it on the back deck for when we use our projector and sometimes to the pool. The Play would also go in the kitchen so we have better coverage in that room but it would be so much more portable than the Move. I could throw it in a backpack, take it on a trip, really anywhere.

If you’re moving it around room to room I’d look at a Move 2…especially if it’s going into a humid bathroom

It's very disappointing that Move 2 doesn't support stereo pairing while on bluetooth.

[Sonos Play](https://preview.redd.it/2bdsg7fwydsg1.jpg?width=5192&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=937bd72e88f5f19f91b3a03ae1697b8f16f4bd59) The day is finally here! A few weeks ago, we [introduced](https://www.reddit.com/r/sonos/comments/1rpx96u/coming_soon_sonos_play/) you to our newest portable speaker, and today, I am excited to announce that **Sonos Play** is officially available for purchase at [sonos.com](https://www.sonos.com/shop/sonos-play?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sonos-play) and in [a store near you](https://www.sonos.com/storelocator?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=store-locator). Play was designed to be the most versatile building block in your Sonos system—a true home speaker that just so happens to be able to join you on your travels. Let’s get into the product specs, technical details, and all the cool new stuff Sonos Play can do. # Basics  Sonos Play features: * stereo sound * 24 hours of battery life * IP67 water rating * drop resistant * WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 * charging base included * convenient and removable utility loop * grouping on the go The hardware playback controls can be used by pressing the **play/pause button** once (to play or pause), twice (to skip to the next track), or three times (to skip to the previous track).  There are also **dedicated volume buttons**, a **Voice Control button** (for Sonos Voice Control and Alexa), a **microphone on/off switch** (this also impacts Automatic Trueplay), a **Bluetooth pairing button**, and a **power/sleep button**. It has a microphone LED at the top, a status LED facing front, and a power LED at the bottom, along with three microphones and an ambient light sensor on top.  # Audio  Let me jump straight to your most frequently asked question - how does Play compare to Move 2 and Roam 2? Play is essentially the offspring of the two, just about a 50/50 split down the middle - **closer in** ***size*** **to the Roam 2, but closer in** ***audio profile*** **to the Move 2**. It really is the “just right” Goldilocks speaker. One thing they all share in common: Automatic Trueplay tunes each speaker to the unique acoustics of the environment you use them in.   Where Roam has maximum portability and the smallest design, there's only room for one tweeter and one woofer, which limits the ability to accurately reproduce stereo audio. In my book, Roam takes a slight lead for portability, but Play knocks Roam 2 out of the park on sound quality.  Move 2 is bigger and bulkier, which gives it extra low-end compared to Play, but that also makes it less convenient to throw in a backpack or bring in a carry-on bag. Once you get above a certain threshold, Move 2 takes the lead in terms of maximum volume and overall bass response. But especially at lower volumes, you might not be able to easily distinguish between them.  Play features **three class-H digital amplifiers** that power one midwoofer and two tweeters, which allows for stereo separation like Move 2. But unlike Move 2, it also incorporates **two passive radiators to deliver deeper bass**. And of course, you can easily pair two Play speakers together over Wi-Fi for an even wider soundstage. Just a quick tip: to get the most spatial separation, don't keep your stereo pair of Play speakers too close together. *You've gotta keep 'em separated.* # Battery and Charging Let me be up front: Sonos Play comes with a really cool charging base, but it doesn't include a power adapter. I know this may lead to some frustration, and we've had quite a lot of discussions about this internally. What it boiled down to is that we have made a genuine commitment to reducing our environmental impact. We've found that USB-C chargers have become quite ubiquitous with our customers, and we know that a potentially significant portion of chargers in the box would become e-waste. For those that are interested in sustainability, I'd encourage Sonos customers to check out our [commitments to sustainability](https://sustainability.sonos.com/?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sustainability) to learn more. For instance, check out our work on developing the [world's first Sound Sanctuaries](https://sustainability.sonos.com/Underwater-Sound-Sanctuaries/?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sound-sanctuaries)! 💙 To charge Sonos Play, **we recommend a USB-PD certified 15V / 3A (45W) power adapter**. With a 45W or higher USB-PD adapter, Play charges from 0-50% in about 1 hour, and 50-100% in about 2 hours (3 hours total from 0-100%). The **minimum supported adapter is 9V / 2A (18W)**. If the adapter is less than that, the charging base will blink red and the speaker will fail to charge.  Note: for more info on Sonos charging requirements, check out [this article](https://en.community.sonos.com/tutorials-and-how-to-s-229149/before-you-blame-the-speaker-check-your-charger-first-6933472?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sonos-community) by u/LizFromSonos! A few neat power tips: * **Power Drain**: When resting fully charged on its base, **idle power consumption is only about 1.6W**. When off the charging base and fully powered off (not sleep mode), it should lose 1% or less per day. In my own testing, it lost less than 0.5% per day in a temperate environment * **Power Bank**: If your phone battery gets low while off the grid, Play can charge your devices via the USB-C port at up to 5V / 1.5A (7.5W).  # Portability Sonos Play features a convenient utility loop/carrying strap, which is both removable and replaceable, and it really adds to the flexibility of this product. I've found myself hanging it all over the place: on a hook outside the shower, from the corner of a chair in the backyard, around the handle of a cabinet in the kitchen. It really elevates the sound (pun intended) and makes it much more adaptable to the environment. The strap isn't indestructible, though; it's been tested to hold up to 4 times the weight of the speaker itself, which weighs 4.48 lbs/2.03kg. Be careful not to stretch, pull, or swing the loop too hard (as I did for testing purposes) and you'll find it's built to last. With the IP67 rating, you can submerge Play in up to 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes. To put it another way - you don't have to worry about accidentally dropping Play into the bath or getting it wet in the shower. Keep in mind that other chemicals (like pool water sanitizers and salty ocean water) can cause unexpected damage and should be avoided. # Networking & Connectivity  As part of my testing for grouping outside of WiFi (more on that below), I found myself also testing the boundaries of what Bluetooth 5.3 could do. For those of us that remember the early days of Bluetooth, it's fair to say that the range of Bluetooth these days is pretty mind boggling. For example, I tried putting my Play on one side of the house, then went upstairs and across to the other side of the house and started playing music on my phone. When I went back to the speaker, it was playing without a hitch - so I took it outside. It wasn't until I started getting to my neighbor's neighbor's house (two doors down) that I finally heard interruptions. Mind blown! 🤯 Of course, this entirely depends on the environment, and your mileage may vary. Try it out and let me know in the comments how it goes. The line-in functionality is also pretty handy. I tested with an iPod, a record player, and a phone, all of which came through loud and clear. Note that **you may need to adjust the** [**line-in settings**](https://support.sonos.com/article/adjust-line-in-settings?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=adjust-line-in-settings) (particularly the Line-In Level) to get the best audio without clipping. # New Features One of my favorite new features is the ability to group up to four Sonos Play and/or Move 2 speakers while you're away from WiFi. I've written a separate deep-dive about **grouping on the go** (look for the link in the comments!), so jump on over for all the glorious details on that topic. But suffice it to say - I look forward to using that to push the boundaries in new and exciting ways. [Sonos on a boat](https://www.reddit.com/r/sonos/comments/1i8cgl9/using_sonos_in_an_offline_environment/)! The other feature that I think of as the "Ace in the hole" is that **Sonos Play can be used as a power bank** for your phone or other USB-C devices. This is one of those features that I don't imagine most people would use frequently, but when you do need it (say, while out in the middle of the woods and your phone dies), it will come in clutch. It can provide 5V up to 7.5W, meeting the USB BC 1.2 standard.  # Wrap-Up [**Sonos Play** ](https://www.sonos.com/shop/sonos-play?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sonos-play)is available globally starting today in Matte Black and Matte White for $299 USD / $399 CAD / €349 EUR / £299 GBP / $499 AUD.  I know that’s a ton of info, so if you have any thoughts, questions, or feedback, let me know! I know some of you have already gotten your hands on Play, and I can’t wait to hear what you think. I'll be hanging out in the comments to join in on the discussion

u/Novel-Power5543 quick follow-up on this. The answer will largely depend on the "Battery Saver" setting. If Battery Saver is enabled (which it is by default) while Play is off the charger, it will transition from Idle to Sleep in 30 minutes, and then from Sleep to Off after another 10 minutes. If Battery Saver is manually disabled, Play will transition from Idle to Sleep in 30 minutes, but then from Sleep to Off in 48 hours. So there's no easy answer to how long it will take for the battery to drain during the Sleep period (things like opening the Sonos app will change this), but once it's gotten to Off, you're still looking at 1% or less battery drain per day. Hope that helps 🙏

[Sonos Play](https://preview.redd.it/2bdsg7fwydsg1.jpg?width=5192&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=937bd72e88f5f19f91b3a03ae1697b8f16f4bd59) The day is finally here! A few weeks ago, we [introduced](https://www.reddit.com/r/sonos/comments/1rpx96u/coming_soon_sonos_play/) you to our newest portable speaker, and today, I am excited to announce that **Sonos Play** is officially available for purchase at [sonos.com](https://www.sonos.com/shop/sonos-play?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sonos-play) and in [a store near you](https://www.sonos.com/storelocator?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=store-locator). Play was designed to be the most versatile building block in your Sonos system—a true home speaker that just so happens to be able to join you on your travels. Let’s get into the product specs, technical details, and all the cool new stuff Sonos Play can do. # Basics  Sonos Play features: * stereo sound * 24 hours of battery life * IP67 water rating * drop resistant * WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 * charging base included * convenient and removable utility loop * grouping on the go The hardware playback controls can be used by pressing the **play/pause button** once (to play or pause), twice (to skip to the next track), or three times (to skip to the previous track).  There are also **dedicated volume buttons**, a **Voice Control button** (for Sonos Voice Control and Alexa), a **microphone on/off switch** (this also impacts Automatic Trueplay), a **Bluetooth pairing button**, and a **power/sleep button**. It has a microphone LED at the top, a status LED facing front, and a power LED at the bottom, along with three microphones and an ambient light sensor on top.  # Audio  Let me jump straight to your most frequently asked question - how does Play compare to Move 2 and Roam 2? Play is essentially the offspring of the two, just about a 50/50 split down the middle - **closer in** ***size*** **to the Roam 2, but closer in** ***audio profile*** **to the Move 2**. It really is the “just right” Goldilocks speaker. One thing they all share in common: Automatic Trueplay tunes each speaker to the unique acoustics of the environment you use them in.   Where Roam has maximum portability and the smallest design, there's only room for one tweeter and one woofer, which limits the ability to accurately reproduce stereo audio. In my book, Roam takes a slight lead for portability, but Play knocks Roam 2 out of the park on sound quality.  Move 2 is bigger and bulkier, which gives it extra low-end compared to Play, but that also makes it less convenient to throw in a backpack or bring in a carry-on bag. Once you get above a certain threshold, Move 2 takes the lead in terms of maximum volume and overall bass response. But especially at lower volumes, you might not be able to easily distinguish between them.  Play features **three class-H digital amplifiers** that power one midwoofer and two tweeters, which allows for stereo separation like Move 2. But unlike Move 2, it also incorporates **two passive radiators to deliver deeper bass**. And of course, you can easily pair two Play speakers together over Wi-Fi for an even wider soundstage. Just a quick tip: to get the most spatial separation, don't keep your stereo pair of Play speakers too close together. *You've gotta keep 'em separated.* # Battery and Charging Let me be up front: Sonos Play comes with a really cool charging base, but it doesn't include a power adapter. I know this may lead to some frustration, and we've had quite a lot of discussions about this internally. What it boiled down to is that we have made a genuine commitment to reducing our environmental impact. We've found that USB-C chargers have become quite ubiquitous with our customers, and we know that a potentially significant portion of chargers in the box would become e-waste. For those that are interested in sustainability, I'd encourage Sonos customers to check out our [commitments to sustainability](https://sustainability.sonos.com/?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sustainability) to learn more. For instance, check out our work on developing the [world's first Sound Sanctuaries](https://sustainability.sonos.com/Underwater-Sound-Sanctuaries/?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sound-sanctuaries)! 💙 To charge Sonos Play, **we recommend a USB-PD certified 15V / 3A (45W) power adapter**. With a 45W or higher USB-PD adapter, Play charges from 0-50% in about 1 hour, and 50-100% in about 2 hours (3 hours total from 0-100%). The **minimum supported adapter is 9V / 2A (18W)**. If the adapter is less than that, the charging base will blink red and the speaker will fail to charge.  Note: for more info on Sonos charging requirements, check out [this article](https://en.community.sonos.com/tutorials-and-how-to-s-229149/before-you-blame-the-speaker-check-your-charger-first-6933472?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sonos-community) by u/LizFromSonos! A few neat power tips: * **Power Drain**: When resting fully charged on its base, **idle power consumption is only about 1.6W**. When off the charging base and fully powered off (not sleep mode), it should lose 1% or less per day. In my own testing, it lost less than 0.5% per day in a temperate environment * **Power Bank**: If your phone battery gets low while off the grid, Play can charge your devices via the USB-C port at up to 5V / 1.5A (7.5W).  # Portability Sonos Play features a convenient utility loop/carrying strap, which is both removable and replaceable, and it really adds to the flexibility of this product. I've found myself hanging it all over the place: on a hook outside the shower, from the corner of a chair in the backyard, around the handle of a cabinet in the kitchen. It really elevates the sound (pun intended) and makes it much more adaptable to the environment. The strap isn't indestructible, though; it's been tested to hold up to 4 times the weight of the speaker itself, which weighs 4.48 lbs/2.03kg. Be careful not to stretch, pull, or swing the loop too hard (as I did for testing purposes) and you'll find it's built to last. With the IP67 rating, you can submerge Play in up to 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes. To put it another way - you don't have to worry about accidentally dropping Play into the bath or getting it wet in the shower. Keep in mind that other chemicals (like pool water sanitizers and salty ocean water) can cause unexpected damage and should be avoided. # Networking & Connectivity  As part of my testing for grouping outside of WiFi (more on that below), I found myself also testing the boundaries of what Bluetooth 5.3 could do. For those of us that remember the early days of Bluetooth, it's fair to say that the range of Bluetooth these days is pretty mind boggling. For example, I tried putting my Play on one side of the house, then went upstairs and across to the other side of the house and started playing music on my phone. When I went back to the speaker, it was playing without a hitch - so I took it outside. It wasn't until I started getting to my neighbor's neighbor's house (two doors down) that I finally heard interruptions. Mind blown! 🤯 Of course, this entirely depends on the environment, and your mileage may vary. Try it out and let me know in the comments how it goes. The line-in functionality is also pretty handy. I tested with an iPod, a record player, and a phone, all of which came through loud and clear. Note that **you may need to adjust the** [**line-in settings**](https://support.sonos.com/article/adjust-line-in-settings?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=adjust-line-in-settings) (particularly the Line-In Level) to get the best audio without clipping. # New Features One of my favorite new features is the ability to group up to four Sonos Play and/or Move 2 speakers while you're away from WiFi. I've written a separate deep-dive about **grouping on the go** (look for the link in the comments!), so jump on over for all the glorious details on that topic. But suffice it to say - I look forward to using that to push the boundaries in new and exciting ways. [Sonos on a boat](https://www.reddit.com/r/sonos/comments/1i8cgl9/using_sonos_in_an_offline_environment/)! The other feature that I think of as the "Ace in the hole" is that **Sonos Play can be used as a power bank** for your phone or other USB-C devices. This is one of those features that I don't imagine most people would use frequently, but when you do need it (say, while out in the middle of the woods and your phone dies), it will come in clutch. It can provide 5V up to 7.5W, meeting the USB BC 1.2 standard.  # Wrap-Up [**Sonos Play** ](https://www.sonos.com/shop/sonos-play?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sonos-play)is available globally starting today in Matte Black and Matte White for $299 USD / $399 CAD / €349 EUR / £299 GBP / $499 AUD.  I know that’s a ton of info, so if you have any thoughts, questions, or feedback, let me know! I know some of you have already gotten your hands on Play, and I can’t wait to hear what you think. I'll be hanging out in the comments to join in on the discussion

Hi, everybody 🖖 I’ve been looking forward to today for some time now. I’m super stoked to announce our most versatile speaker yet: **Sonos Play**! [Sonos Play](https://preview.redd.it/z65ynski08og1.jpg?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a7350edf2fdda307d8a97806862ed0a4af3ab6b3) We designed this speaker to deliver seriously big stereo sound and deep bass in a compact, take-anywhere design. With up to 24 hours of continuous battery life, an IP67 waterproof rating, and a handy utility loop, it is fully equipped to handle whatever your day brings. It's just as comfortable on a table top or desk as it is in a backpack or carry-on bag. And it’s a first-class upgrade for its spiritual predecessor, the original Play:1.  # At Home And On The Go When you're at home, Play can rest on its convenient 45W (15V/3A) charging base. It connects to your home network over WiFi 6 as a seamless part of your larger Sonos system. You can control everything using the built-in touch controls, the Sonos app, or hands-free with three beam-forming microphones supporting Sonos Voice Control and Amazon Alexa. Group it with the rest of your system, or use it to share Bluetooth audio all around the home. When you're headed out, Play supports Bluetooth 5.3 for convenient, high-quality audio. Wherever you place the speaker, Automatic Trueplay™ continually optimizes the sound for the acoustics of your environment. The utility loop comes in handy – it’s easy to grab on the way out the door, and convenient to hang almost anywhere you go. And for sustainability, the battery was designed to be easily replaceable so you can keep the music going for years to come. # More New Features I also want to highlight two of my favorite new features. First, you can now group your speakers on the go, without requiring a WiFi network! If you're completely off the grid at a campsite or the beach, you can group up to four of your Sonos Play (or Move 2) speakers together directly from a Bluetooth connection when away from home, filling the space with synchronized audio. I’ll have more to share on this feature when it’s released in a future post. Second, if your phone battery gets low, Sonos Play doubles as a power bank. Just plug it right into the USB-C port to charge it up while the music plays. # Coming Soon Sonos Play is [available for pre-order](https://www.sonos.com/shop/sonos-play?utm_source=reddit-care&utm_medium=sonos-play) starting today for $299 USD / €349 EUR / £299 GBP / $499 AUD in matte finish with Black and White color options.  I’ll be back with a deeper dive on tech specs and a full review of Sonos Play after the official launch on March 31st. In the meantime, let me know your thoughts and questions down below – I'll be hanging out in the comments to help answer whatever I can. Cheers!

I'm a big fan of Move 2, but it's not nearly as portable as Play is. The trade-off is that Move 2 still has more bass and louder maximum volumes, as would be expected for the larger size and weight. But I don't play at max volumes very often, and Play still sounds amazing. Especially as a pair. In a lot of ways, they're very clearly siblings...24 hour battery life, Bluetooth + WiFi playback, and a USB-C line-in port. But where Move 2 takes a slight edge on sound, I'd say the Play more than makes up for it with versatility. I take Play just about everywhere now. I can even fit two in one backpack without breaking a sweat. Couldn't do that with Move 2.

Good questions. My understanding is that idle standby time is about 100+ days (about 1% or less drain per day). I haven't tested or confirmed that yet though, so I'll make sure to dig in and include this in the deep dive! And yes, Play is designed to stay on the charging base for extended periods without damaging the battery.

u/kwoahyou Wasn't me! u/scorp508 you're correct that they are forming a peer-to-peer WiFi network. One player (the "group coordinator") will receive the Bluetooth audio, and share that audio with its peers (the "group members") over an ad-hoc WiFi network. As for impact - AFAIK we still expect up to 24 hours of playback here. But I'll test and confirm for the deep-dive post closer to release.

Depending on what you mean, stereo pairing (which is a type of "bonding") is a bit different from grouping. It's a semi-permanent state where two or more players are configured as a single zone, such as a stereo pair or a (home theater product) + (surrounds and/or Subs). So you're correct - Sub can't be [configured](https://support.sonos.com/article/set-up-your-sonos-sub) ("bonded" or "paired") with Play. Sub would need to be bonded to another player (click the link to see the list of players) first. But then it can be grouped together with Play, so that they each sync and play the same audio at the same time, as part of the larger system. The idea is, if you take the Play out of the house, the music will keep playing on the Sub and whatever it's bonded with, and only the Play would stop when it's out of range. That's why Sub doesn't bond with Play directly - we assume it's going to leave the house, which would stop the Sub from working until it's reconfigured with another player. We'd rather the Sub stay bonded with something reliably, and then the Play can come and go as needed.

I love Sonos, but if I’m being honest, none of their products are top tier for audiophiles. The biggest selling point was whole home audio. They’ve tried to branch out, but for many of us, it’s still coming back to linking multiple rooms to one source easily. I consider Sonos a near luxury brand due to its pricing, but the competition often makes better sounding speakers. They just can’t pry me off the ease of whole home audio. And I don’t want to start over now that I have 20+ products. Addressing the Move, it’s a nice speaker and overpriced for what it does. I feel $250-300 is really what it should cost. If I reviewed it, it would get hammered on its value.

That’s exactly it. Those competitors listed are drastically cheaper. That JBL speaker is no slouch. Can’t speak for the Anker. And if you snag a JBL speaker in the $450-$500 range, it’s better than the Move 2 in sound. I own a Move 1, and never “upgraded” to the 2. Cost was the biggest reason.

Being able to group them over Bluetooth is HUGE if it works. My UE Hyperbooms had that feature but it was so inconsistent and unreliable that I sold them for Sonos Move 2s. Sounds like the Sonos Play has the potential to be a Sonos Move 2 but even more portable. Exciting

So I’m using a hacked symfonisk with an amp and outdoor speakers- it’s an amazing setup, but I’ve been missing bass. I actually didn’t want loud overpowering bass and I really only wanted to be able to hear it in a certain space so as not to bug my neighbors. Solution has been to add a move 2 to the setup. Very happy with it