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Sonos Beam Gen 2 Review

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86
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With a decent 5.0 configuration, the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) delivers decent Dolby Atmos and surround soundstage that will appeal to people who love movies, TV shows, and music enthusiasts. However, the bass is not very deep.

The Snapshot

our Verdict

Product editors love the smart features and Dolby Atmos performance of the Sonos Beam (Gen 2), endorsing it for TV shows and casual music and movie playback. Critics from Android Central were delighted by its Dolby Surround soundstage during their testing, saying it gives pretty immersive content. Experts from PCMag love its neutral sound profile and bass and treble sliders, which makes adjusting the music profile is. However, this system doesn’t have a dedicated subwoofer, so the bass is not deep enough for some music and movie enthusiasts. On the flip side, it has a very low audio latency, so it will…

Product editors love the smart features and Dolby Atmos performance of the Sonos Beam (Gen 2), endorsing it for TV shows and casual music and movie playback. Critics from Android Central were delighted by its Dolby Surround soundstage during their testing, saying it gives pretty immersive content.

Experts from PCMag love its neutral sound profile and bass and treble sliders, which makes adjusting the music profile is. However, this system doesn’t have a dedicated subwoofer, so the bass is not deep enough for some music and movie enthusiasts.

On the flip side, it has a very low audio latency, so it will cater to people who love TV dialogue. A room correction feature adjusts the settings automatically. This system also has built-in Alexa and built-in Google Assistant and comes with a mobile app for effortless management.

It has built-in Apple Airplay and Wi-Fi, but lacks support for Bluetooth.

if you need a more affordable 2.0 Soundbar, check out our Roku Streambar review.

True Score

84

Reasons to Buy

  • Decent Dolby Atmos and surround soundstage makes for great movie watching
  • Bass and treble sliders and room correction feature enable hassle-free customization
  • Built-in Alexa and Google Assistant and mobile app enable is a control
  • Super -ow audio latency is great for TV shows
  • Well-balanced sound profile and bass and treble adjustments

Reasons to Avoid

  • Doesn't have extended low bass
  • System doesn't get so loud
  • Lacks Bluetooth streaming
  • Doesn't have a graphic equalizer

Specifications

  • Depth
  • Dialogue Enhancement Feature
  • HDMI ARC
  • Height
  • Subwoofer
  • Surround Sound Supported
  • Voice Assistant
  • Wall Mountable
  • Weight
  • Width
  • Wireless Connectivity
    Wi-Fi
  • Wireless Subwoofer Connectivity
  • Works With

What Is Not On the Box

What the brand doesn’t always tell you…

The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a mid-range 5.0 soundbar that made its debut in 2022, offering Dolby Atmos and smart features for home theaters. It has advanced features similar to the highest-rated speakers today.

This model has built-in Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant and iOS and Android mobile apps, providing smart controls. With an optical in, HDMI ARC, and Ethernet ports, it connects easily to a wide variety of TVs. Super-low audio latency provides flawless dialogue.

Wireless connectivity options include Wi-Fi and Apple AirPlay, although it sadly does not have built-in Bluetooth. Although this unit has a good stereo soundstage and boasts a decent surround and Dolby Atmos performance, it doesn’t perform as well as higher-end models with satellite speakers.

It also lacks a dedicated subwoofer, so the bass is not very deep. With a top 89.4 dB SPL, it doesn’t get very loud. Learn more about the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) below and see how it stacks up against the most popular soundbars in the industry today.

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Score Card

E

Expert Score

86

*.75

We place a 75% weighted value on Expert Test Scores

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Customer Score

86

*.25

We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

True Score

84

Any product with a True Score above 80 is a Absolutely Fresh

Expert Score Breakdown

  • Rtings
    A

    Trust Score

    74
    The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is satisfactory for mixed usage. This 5.0 setup offers a… read more
  • Trusted Reviews
    D

    Trust Score

    90
    A step up from the previous model, the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) adds an extra… read more
  • PC Mag
    D

    Trust Score

    80
    The second-generation Sonos Beam soundbar adds Dolby Atmos support and two more audio processing channels,… read more
  • Tom’s Guide
    D

    Trust Score

    80
    The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) soundbar delivers sophisticated sound in a small package. A bounty… read more
  • CNET
    D

    Trust Score

    81
    All-in-one system offers astoundingly wide sound, Choice of Alexa or Google Assistant onboard, One of… read more
  • Tech Power Up
    D

    Trust Score

    NR
    What’s even better, the Sonos Beam Gen 2 can be expanded into a more complete… read more

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