Testseek.com have collected 254 expert reviews of the Sonos Play:5 bluetooth portable speaker and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sonos Play:5 bluetooth portable speaker.
November 2009
(86%)
254 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(96%)
2297 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Great look
Powerful sound
Truesound is a revelation
The second-generation Sonos Play
5 is a sleek
Well-designed Wi-Fi speaker that delivers rich sound for its size and strong bass. It offers the full Sonos wireless experience
Controllable from iPhone
IPad and Android apps
With compatibility with nearly
Fantastic sound quality
Polished design
Excellent
Easy to use ecosystem
Beautifully built
Balanced sound that is wonderfully loud
Supports line-in
Meaning you can bring in an input like vinyl or CD and stream it around the house
Easy to setup
Touch panel up top feels futuristic
Wired or wireless depending on what you pr
Powerful sound.
Easy to set up
Good sound quality
Anubis.fm is excellent
Plenty of other Internet services offered
Can expand into a multiroom system
Glorious sound
Accesses many online music sources
Supports almost every streaming service
Great sound quality
Single-speaker streaming audio system
Controlled from any iPhone or iPod Touch using a free app
Impressive sound from a compact
Single housing
Elegant design
Cuts down on cord clutter
Streams internet-based radio and audio services
Plus your o...
Fantastic remote operation options
Works as promised
Radio is very clear
The editors didn't like
Truesound not for all
Speaker legs are apparent
Very simple design
Fairly pricey
Especially if you want to buy a second one for stereo sound
Comparatively expensive
Limited stereo separation
No Bluetooth
Bass could be a little stronger out of the box
No way of turning off the volume up sounds
App could do with a refresh
Expensive
When used alone it must be connected to your router
Not quite as versatile some of its competitors
One of the priciest options in its space
Lack of stereo separation
While the S5 can wirelessly interact with other Sonos products
You'll need a hard-wired connection or the wireless bridge accessory if it's your only Sonos component
Somewhat expensive
Especially if you don't already own an iPod Touch or i...
Published: 2019-05-29, Author: Max , review by: techgearlab.com
Excellent sound quality, great volume, easy multi-speaker management, AirPlay compatable,
Expensive, somewhat large, no Bluetooth
The Sonos PLAY5 is a top-shelf speaker that provides field-leading sound, looks great on a shelf, and offers easy expandability into a multi-speaker system. It is well worth the hefty cost if you're looking for the best sound possible in a multi-speaker s...
Vibrant, full rich room-filling sound, Clean minimalistic look/style, Easy setup, Tailored room configuration via TruePlay, Excellent wireless range, Humidity/moisture resistant
Expensive
The Sonos PLAY:5 is the best wireless speaker I have ever used or heard to date…hands down walking away. The sound quality is excellent, producing a rich, full listening experience. I can only imagine what a pair of them would sound like. Add the Sonos ec...
Published: 2018-03-01, Author: Tony , review by: audioholics.com
Abstract: Audiophiles today install sound systems in every room in their house, and every TV in every room has to have some sort of sound system or home theater to play your tunes, shows, video games or movies. The problem has always been:a. Do I setup multiple s...
This is one of the best-sounding speakers in our lineup
It lacks Bluetooth connectivity
The Sonos PLAY:5 has outstanding sound quality. That's a big reason it is among the best wireless speakers in our lineup. It doesn't matter what style of music or genre you prefer to listen to – it all sounds great coming out of the PLAY:5. The speaker do...
Published: 2016-11-07, Author: Michael , review by: wired.com
Newly redesigned speaker enclosure with a more open, bright sound. Understated visual design will blend in easily with your decor. Touch controls for playing, pausing, switching tracks, and changing volume. Can be configured to work on its own or as part
Software calibration is interesting from a technological standpoint, but results may vary. It's also iOSonly. $500 is pricey, especially for a speaker system that really works best if you have more than one
Published: 2016-08-12, Author: Juli , review by: macrumors.com
Excellent sound, Connects over WiFi, Almost all music services available in Sonos app, Can group multiple speakers together, Can play different songs on different speakers via same device, Easy to set up and control, Expandable system for whole home audio
Needs Wi-Fi, Locked into Sonos ecosystem, Have to use Sonos app, No Bluetooth, Expensive
The Sonos Play:5 is too much speaker for my apartment, but if you have a house or a larger space and want to start making purchases towards a whole-home audio system, Sonos is the way to go and the Play:5 is the best sounding speaker the company offers.At...
Sonos definitely made sure that the revamp was worth it. While I only had one to test out but if you grab 2 of these bad boys and add a Playbar or Sub into the mix, you can get that official 5.1 home theater surround sound experience. There is a noticea...
Published: 2016-01-25, Author: Michael , review by: tomsguide.com
Well-balanced bass and treble, Room-filling sound, Supports multiroom audio through additional Sonos speakers, Works with most streaming services
No Bluetooth, Proprietary system — can only use with other Sonos speakers
The Play:5 can easily replace most wired stereo systems, and comes with the option of adding additional Sonos speakers for multiroom sound. It's easy to use and produces balanced and detailed sound for all music genres.There are a few shortcomings worth c...
Auto-senses and adjusts output for vertical and horizontal orientations, Trueplay room EQ, Capacitance touch controls with audible feedback, Pure butt-kicking sound
Slight high-frequency edginess when used vertically, Tiny feet bumps are visible on sides of speaker
The Sonos PLAY:5 gets a radical makeover that adds $100 to the price but combines an amazing user experience with stunning audio performance...
