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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16 reviews

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Customers frequently mention the Beam (Gen 2) 5.0 Channel Smart Soundbar with Dolby Atmos's sound quality, easy setup, compact size, and Dolby Atmos feature. They appreciate its excellent sound quality, user-friendly setup process, space-saving design, and immersive Dolby Atmos experience. However, some customers express concerns about its price, connectivity issues, lack of bass, and the absence of a remote control.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Compact size, Dolby atmos, Easy setup
    Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Sound, App Troubles

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a compact soundbar that delivers big sound for its size. It fits nicely under most TVs and looks sleek. The audio quality impresses, with clear dialogue and decent bass for both movies and music. Setup is generally easy - just plug it in and follow the app instructions. It works with Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control, which is handy. The Dolby Atmos feature adds depth to movies, making them more immersive. Music playback is good, and you can stream easily from your devices. It also plays well with other Sonos speakers if you want to expand your system. However, there have been issues with the mobile app wich can be frustrating when you're trying to adjust settings or play music. The price is on the higher side for a soundbar, and you might want to add a subwoofer for better bass, which costs extra. The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) offers great sound in a small package, but the app troubles and high price might make you think twice. It's best for those who prioritize audio quality and don't mind occasional tech hiccups.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compact size, Dolby atmos

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Soundbar!!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is a compact yet powerful soundbar that delivers an impressive audio experience. Equipped with Dolby Atmos support, it enhances movie nights with immersive surround sound. The soundstage is clear, detailed, and surprisingly expansive for its size, making it ideal for smaller spaces or secondary setups. Its sleek design blends seamlessly with modern decor, and setup is simple via the Sonos app. Voice control through Alexa or Google Assistant adds convenience, and its integration with the Sonos ecosystem ensures a smooth multi-room audio experience. While it lacks HDMI inputs and might not satisfy audiophiles seeking ultra-deep bass, its performance and feature set make it a great value for the price. Perfect for those looking for a versatile, high-quality soundbar in a compact package.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Dolby atmos

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great small soundbar, great music speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought the Beam soundbar to hang under a 42” TV in my kitchen. The Sonos Beam seamlessly works with ARC on my LG TV. Voices come thru clearly while watching news, sound from streaming television is good, not great but as good as can be expected from a small soundbar. A small subwoofer would make it perfect, but for our kitchen it is totally unnecessary. I listen to music while cooking. The Sonos app seamlessly plays music from all of my streaming services. It accurately accepts voice commands and music requests like “play the blues”. It also responds to requests to increase or decrease volume, which helps when y hands are dirty. The music fills our kitchen with sound and is very adequate for the room. The App allowed me to start-up the system quickly. Summary: The Beam is everything and more than I could expect from a small Soundbar. I anticipate purchasing more Sonos products to replace my Bose home theater system.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Dolby atmos, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Soundbar.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound quality. It fills our small living room with enough sound to not have our neighbors knocking on our door. :) Paired this with some Era 100’s, which adds to the experience.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Dolby atmos, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    High-quality sound!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent sound!!! Sounds amazing!!! They told me that Sonos was the best the best, and I can see why! Don’t hesitate to get Sonos over the other ones, you will be very pleased!!! it’s a definite must!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy setup, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best sound bar,easy hook up,multispeakerwireless!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Sonos sound bar is absolutely amazing. We hooked it up so easily to our Sonos 500 through our IPad, works in both rooms where we can change sound and music in the different rooms. The sound is so clear and it has this beautiful bass that really makes watching TV and listening to music so enjoyable it makes me so happy. It’s definitely impressive when you have music throughout your whole house. Our home feels like pure entertainment in every room we go into I absolutely love this. I highly recommend it also very easy to set up with other Sonos speakers. Definitely a buy! I want to buy a couple more wireless sonos 500 for the other rooms! For the sound, early connection and ability to hook up as many speakers through the house and garage! Sonos sound bar is the best way to go! So happy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Dolby atmos, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Sonos Soundbar

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s awesome, the sound is clear and has a nice amount of bass for that cool theatre sound. I’m looking forward to purchasing the surround speakers to go soon, it’s a must buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Bass

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very, very happy!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you're anything like me, you're probably stuck between this or the Sonos Arc. After reading reviews by many sources, it seemed pretty clear that the Arc was the best of the best. It also seemed like the Beam 2 was not getting the credit it deserves compared to the Arc. I am here today to tell you that the Beam 2 is superb!! The audio is amazing! I have a somewhat small room (17ft x 10ft) with a normal-sized ceiling. This soundbar fills the room with clear audio. I will admit, the bass is not crazy good by any means, but there definitely still is a noticeable thump. You don't have to pay attention to the bass in order to experience it either. You will notice it. Dialogue is easily comprehensible and sound effects immerse you. I am very happy with my purchase, and much happier that I saved ~$500 going this route than the Arc. I haven't experienced the Arc, but I don't see how it can get much better than this. The Arc seems to be best for HUGE living rooms that require a powered soundbar in order to fill the room with audio. I'm talking LA-mansion-style living rooms. By the way, I'm a pretty geeky tech guy. I'm not an audiophile by any means, but I am definitely a tech enthusiast. What I am trying to say is that I take my techy purchases seriously, review specs, watch videos, read reviews, and all that jazz. Hopefully, that means something to someone who needs help settling on a soundbar.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Speaks volumes

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased to replace my existing sound bar that i bought years ago. Sonos truly delivers an incredible sound quality! I have maxed out the volume and have not heard any distortion at all. Good bass for just the soundbar alone, but incredible when paired with the Sonos subwoofer. I'd rather watch movies at home than the theater now.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Dolby atmos

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect small soundbar

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought the Sonos Arc for my bedroom and living room but wanted something smaller for my guest bedroom so I bought the original Beam. It was great but it was missing one feature…Dolby Atmos. The Beam 2 has added Dolby Atmos and improved the vocal audio so now it’s the perfect and best small soundbar. I’ve owned the top of the line soundbars by Samsung, Sony, and LG and they all sounded good for movies but sounded bad for music. None of those brands sells a subwoofer that can hit the low end bass like Sonos. I do have to issue a disclaimer for the Beam 2 and every soundbar available. The Dolby Atmos effect works best with upfiring speakers in a room with low ceilings but it’s limited. If you want the full Dolby Atmos effect you need rear speakers so you create a sound bubble and then you have sound coming in all directions…only then can you tell sound is being placed left, right, high, or low. I purchased the Beam 2, subwoofer, and 2 Sonos Ones so I get the full surround sound experience and it’s great and worth the money. Not only do movies and music sound great but the Beam 2 is great for gaming. When it comes to negatives…I will say it does get expensive to build out the system and the Beam 2 works way better with a sub, rear speakers, or both.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Surprisingly Powerful, High-Quality Soundbar

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently bought the Sonos Beam Gen 2 to boost the sound quality of my TV, movie, music, YouTube experience. At the store, I wasn't too impressed with the sound quality of any of the sound bars on display, but knowing other people with Sonos products (Play 1s, One SLs, etc.) I knew how good they could sound in an apartment, home, etc. Set up was a breeze with the NFC on an iPhone 13 Pro. I was initially really impressed with the sound quality of the Beam connected to my 2015 Samsung TV (ARC HDMI port). It wasn't until I switched the audio format to DTS Neo 2.5 (Samsung DTS Digital format) that I was truly blown away. I can't get Atmos sound through my TV, but wow the clarity, power, and bass of the soundbar alone still heavily exceeded my expectations. I actually messaged my neighbor to let them know I'd gotten a new speaker and give them the freedom to message me if my music or movie watching ever got too loud! Movies and TV are especially fantastic via DTS 5.1 audio. The channel and range separation is done well and both provide a very immersive audio experience. My audio quality test for headphones is always "Long After You're Gone (High Quality) Audiophiles Music" on YouTube which was re-engineered by a audiofile engineering company based out of Germany. The beam did not disappoint and with the Speech Enhancement mode on, the Beam displayed its ability to pump out exceptional, high-quality sound. I was pleasantly surprised by its ability to render clear, deep bass responses. I've now been bitten by the Sonos bug as I went out and got a Sonos One speaker for my bedroom and added the Gen 3 Sub to my Beam setup. I won't go in-depth on either, but the Sub is just stupid powerful. I shakes my entire living room area at a volume level of only 3 or 4 (goes all the way up to 15). The sub is pricy, but you pay for what you get here. Couldn't be happier with my first Sonos experience. FWIW, I decided to purchase a Beam Gen 2 for my parents for Christmas. Verdict: Great, high-quality soundbar that is surprisingly powerful and offers a fantastic audio upgrade to my entertainment experience. For an even greater theater experience, get the Sub. You won't regret it. That said, the Beam does punch above its weight in many areas.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great and Enough Sound for Smaller Media Area

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this Sonos Beam and replaced an Yamaha ATS-1080 with it. It’s a legitimate upgrade that offers superior sound quality. One of the issues I had with my Yamaha was hearing dialogue when other things were on like an AC unit Dishwasher etc. And I couldn’t get it loud enough without disrupting my neighbors on the other side of the wall. When you increase the sound for dialogue, you increase everything like Bass etc. The dialogue frequency is far greater on this Beam and I can get it the right level without it being disruptive. I’ve read comments about less than impressive bass sound. One of the huge selling points on Yamaha ATS 1080 is the subwoofers inside of them that give it its bass sound. The Bass on this unit is just as powerful if not better. I think it’s better. So don’t let those comments dissuade you. I bought this with the Sub Mini and Sonos ones. I watched Maverick and Titanic and sound between the three are amazing. And more than enough sound for a one or two bedroom living unit. I went with Sonos because I really look at Sonos and Bose as the top two and everyone else below. I bought my Dad a Bose because it came with a remote and he doesn’t like using his smartphone. With Sonos it doesn’t come with remote, everything is done on the phone. So got him Bose, purchased my first Sonos unit and am enjoying it. The only other negative about this unit is you can turn it off. It remains on all the time. The constant power and smart phone use didn’t bother me

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy setup, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Packs a clean punch!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Almost went with Bose counterpart, glad I trusted my gut and went with this beast. Stellar sound quality and packs a clean punch. Have in a converted garage and honestly, may not even need a sub. Easy to operate and just works without a bunch of bloated options and settings. The Sanos bracket for be beam is sharp and a great addition.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compact size, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT SOUNDBAR. GREATER PRICE.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Loving this soundbar. Bought as open-box excellent, and it was in excellent condition and had all accessories and manuals. Great range. Surprisingly wide sound stage. And easy to setup, use, and adjust.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy setup, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love anything Sonos. My living room is on the smaller side and it’s just the right sound. Bass is great. And I was able to pair it with my TV very easily.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome sound in a compact design!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome Sound! We love SONOS products and got this soundbar as an upgrade to an old Toshiba that was larger and had a huge subwoofer. The sound on this SONOS is must better and clearer in a much more compact shell and the sub is not necessary. Easily links to tv, alexa, etc and sound is great even at a low volume. Specifically impressed by the ability of this SONOS to emphasize voices over background sound or music while watching TV. The controls on the top of the sound bar itself are a little wonky, but you can link it to you TV remote or use the app which is just as easy. Overall very happy with this unit and would recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound bar! Tv settings need adjustments!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’m very happy with my purchase, it’s far better than my Vizio surround sound system. I paired my beam 2 with two Sonos SL speakers. I’d recommend trying this set up before buying a sub, as it produces enough bass for my liking. Atmos content is limited and I cant really tell the difference between 5.1 and atmos. Settings: It took me a while to figure out proper settings. I use Apple TV 4K paired with Samsung 8k. You need to change Samsung audio processing to “pass-through” or you will experience severe lag while watching atmos content. Also, I had to force Apple TV audio to Dolby 5.1 (see picture) when watching 5.1 content or else the speakers would crack occasionally. Note: Best Buy coupons work on Sonos products Note2: atmos would not work on my 2017 Sonos Bravia (Arc)

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great quality

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this soundbar for both music and movies. Will be adding more Sonos Speakers and a sub at some point.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound. Easy Installation.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound. Enhanced voice quality as well. Has a surround-sound feel as well. Easy installation. Power cord and one HDMI connection )cable included, as well as an Optical Cord). No remote. Your Tv set-box remote or TV remote controls the Sonos Beam.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sonos speaker attached underneath our TV

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sound quality is amazing! Crisp and clear. Bought this speaker to attach to our TV. Bought a hanging hook separately so that it can hang underneath the TV and it looks good!

    I would recommend this to a friend

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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 16 reviews

The analysis of all aggregated expert reviews shows that the reviewers are positive about reliability, usability, design and size. Editors are less positive about connectivity and price. Using an algorithm based on product age, reviewers ratings history, popularity, product category expertise and other factors, this product gets an alaTest Expert Rating of 93/100 = Excellent quality.
  • TechRadarRating, 4 out of 5Olivia Tambini on December 6, 2021

    Sonos Beam (Gen 2) reviewThe Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is the perfect soundbar for smaller spaces

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  • The VergeRating, 4 out of 5Chris Welch 8 on September 30, 2021

    Sonos Beam (second-gen) review: Atmos(t) a minor upgradeThe new Sonos Beam is slightly more expensive than the original model and now costs $449, but it comes with upgrades like HDMI eARC, a sleeker design, and support for Dolby Atmos audio.

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  • Tom's GuideRating, 4 out of 5Kate Kozuch on October 11, 2021

    Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review: The best-sounding soundbar for small TVsThe Sonos Beam (Gen 2) soundbar is the latest home-theater product promising the company's signature audio quality for high-fidelity formats and perfectly-tuned entertainment experiences. While the booming Sonos Arc remains the brand's top option

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  • Android CentralRating, 4.5 out of 5September 27, 2022

    Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review: A compact soundbar with truly immersive soundSoundbars are nothing new, and Sonos isn't new to the game. The Beam (Gen 2) is the latest entry from the brand in the compact soundbar category, and the improvements over the previous model produce s Don't let the size of the Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

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  • T3Rating, 5 out of 5Simon Lucas on September 30, 2021

    Sonos Beam (2nd Gen) review: impressive Dolby Atmos from a cheap soundbarThe Sonos Beam 2 offers more deft and refined sound than most affordable soundbars, and now brings the bigger audio of Dolby Atmos

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  • What Hi-Fi?Rating, 5 out of 5What Hi-Fi? on November 4, 2024

    Sonos Beam (Gen 2) reviewWhat Hi-Fi? Awards 2024 winner. The Beam comes of age with an excellent Dolby Atmos interpretation

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  • rtings.comRating, 3.7 out of 5Jake Thauvette on November 1, 2021

    Sonos Beam (Gen 2) ReviewThe Sonos Beam Gen 2 is a 5.0 setup that's the upgraded version of the Sonos Beam. It has a similar design to its predecessor, but it comes with Dolby Atmos supp

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  • Pocket-lintRating, 5 out of 5Britta O'Boyle on September 30, 2021

    Sonos Beam (2021, 2nd Gen) review: Compact soundbar delivers plenty of cloutShould you upgrade your original Beam? Or should you consider the second-gen Sonos Beam over the excellent-but-pricier Sonos Arc?

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