Customers praise the Ray All-in-One Soundbar's exceptional sound quality, ease of use, and compact size. Many appreciate its impressive bass and the straightforward setup process, finding it offers great value for the price. However, some users express concerns regarding the lack of an HDMI port and the absence of a physical remote control, impacting overall convenience and compatibility with certain devices.
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Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sonos ray
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Sounds very very nice and easy to set up with the app
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Sonos Customer Care
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Hello Otter,
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with the Sonos Ray soundbar! We're delighted to hear that you find it to be easy to set up using the Sonos app and that it delivers very nice sound quality.
Thank you for choosing Sonos, and we appreciate your positive feedback and support!
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ms
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Exactly what I was looks ng for. Great sound with builtin woofer
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sonos Ray
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Needed a soundbar for the bedroom and it’s perfect for the space. Small size but still puts out good sound
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Wow, what a sound set up
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Great item simple to hook up and add such dimension. To whatever you're watching, it's great
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Speaker
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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No wires, and Easy to travel with too. Highly recommend this speaker!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Huglely disappointed
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Went through the annoying set up. Don’t think it really did anything at all. A slight boost in volume, but not worth it at all. Also, i purchased this in ‘Open Box - Excellent’ condition. The unit had gross, greasy smudges all over it and some gunk on it. I cleaned it off, thinking maybe it’d be worth it if the unit did what its supposed it (it didn’t) Do better, Best Buy.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very good sound for outdoor
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Very good sound and perfect for the price you pay for it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Just perfect
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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The best soundbar you can buy for its price, perfect.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ray Rocks!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Excellent addition to our TV setup. Sounds GREAT!!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Very nice boom boom. I like it. I would recommend it to others.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love Sonos
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love the ease of pairing all your Sonos items and adding to existing items. The Sinis products do exactly what they say.
⭐️ Sonos: Overpriced, Overhyped, and Overly Frustr
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
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I’ve given Sonos multiple chances, but after hours of troubleshooting with my last two speakers, I’ve reached my limit. Despite their premium price tag, the setup process is a nightmare—constant errors, endless resets, and zero success.
The subwoofer I bought has literally become an expensive side table because it refuses to integrate with my system, no matter how many times I’ve tried. Meanwhile, products from Bose, Apple, and even more affordable brands like Polk set up seamlessly on the same Wi-Fi network without any hassle.
For the price Sonos charges, their setup experience should be flawless, but instead, it’s consistently frustrating. Save your money and go with a brand that values both performance and user experience.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought this as a gift for my husband. He loved it!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Sonos the bad
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
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I’m little bit surprised about the performance of my product. I thought the quality was beyond expectations unfortunately it was not the case. I’m very disappointed. A year later when I play my music, it’s often disconnected to WiFi.
We are truly sorry to hear about the connectivity issues you’re experiencing with your Sonos Ray. We completely understand your frustration, especially when you had high expectations for your product and it’s not meeting them.
To help resolve the Wi-Fi disconnection issue, please try the following troubleshooting steps:
Check Wi-Fi Network: Ensure your router is running the latest firmware, and the signal is strong. For best performance, place your Sonos Ray within range of your router.
Reboot the Router and Ray: Sometimes a simple reboot of both your Sonos Ray and the router can restore connectivity.
Reconnect to Wi-Fi: In the Sonos app, you can remove and reconnect your Ray to your Wi-Fi network by going to "Settings" > "System" > "Network" > "Wireless Setup."
Wi-Fi Interference: If there are many devices connected to your Wi-Fi or physical obstructions, it may affect the Ray’s connection. Try moving the Ray closer to the router or reducing the number of devices using Wi-Fi.
If these steps don't solve the issue, we recommend reaching out to Sonos Support at support.sonos.com for more detailed assistance. We truly appreciate your feedback and are committed to helping resolve this issue for you. Thank you for your patience!
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Size, Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Hdmi, Remote control
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Sonos "Ray" Entry Level 2.0 Soundbar Packs a Punch
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Sonos builds an ecosystem of soundbars, speakers & audio equipment that expertly distributes multi-room audio. They have established a large following of enthusiastic users who support the Sonos system design & use the Sonos phone app. "Ray", this new soundbar designed by Sonos, will be a big hit to those customers who have already invested in the Sonos infrastructure.
Measuring only 22 inches wide, Ray is designed to enhance the sound of televisions & gaming consoles in small listening rooms. The audio is crisp & clear. There is no wireless or internal sub, so Ray will not dazzle you with rocking bass performance. It does, however, produce a punchy mid bass & a clear voice for its modest size.
Surprisingly, RAY does not sport an onboard HDMI jack that is commonplace on Soundbars costing much less. Audio from your TV is connected via an IR Optical input jack. This old method of conveying audio limits the clear sound to 2 channels: no Atmos, Dolby Digital plus, nor DTS-HD, is possible.
No remote control is included & RAY does not display an array of LED's through the grill cloth, the most common means of seeing what volume level to which your soundbar is set. My TV remote was incompatible with RAY, so I had to install the Sonos iPhone App to control volume, equalization, etc. in addition to the TV remote, which did not control the optical signal to RAY.
CONCLUSION: RAY is the lowest cost, entry level Sonos soundbar. It looks great, is well built & is a welcome addition to existing Sonos users. However, without HDMI, a remote, volume indicator or subwoofer, Ray may not offer the best value for those not using the Sonos infrastructure.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic sound out of this compact bar!
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Alright, I am going to start by mentioning that I literally said WHOA when sound started coming out of this little sound bar. I started with a song by the rock band Tool. They're my favorite. Im very picky about sound quality of speakers and headphones. Right off the bat, I will say that I am very pleased with the sound quality of this soundbar for my music listening. The bass is perfect even though it doesn't come with a subwoofer. I wasn't expecting much bass because I can't see any holes for air to come out of for bass. I believe its called a bass reflex system. Anyway.. it still packs a punch. It thumps just enough to make music sound great. And for movies? The bass is there for all the explosions and sounds that require it without drowning out the actors voices. I only have two minor complaints about this soundbar. 1. I don't feel like it provides a proper surround sound effect. You'll need to add another speaker or subwoofer to the bar to get true surround sound. 2. The only way to "hard wire" this sound bar is with the included optical audio cable. It does not have a 3.5mm audio input. So be sure that your tv, projector or game console has an optical audio output because you will have no other way to connect it with a wire. Also, its worth noting that it does not come with a remote, and the touch controls on the top only have volume control and mute / pause function. They work, but I probably will never use them. You'll be using your smartphone to control the volume and everything else. You can tune the bass and treble with the smartphone app also. It is honestly a breeze to use, and I have no complaints about it. The app guides you every step of the way and you don't have to be a techy to figure it out. I do like the features in the app. It has a voice enhancer option which works really well for movies, it makes voices come through nice and clear without sacrificing volume on your movies and shows. It also has a "night mode" which will lower the volume of loud scenes and music in while your watching TV. Perfect for those late night movies just before bed. I would say this soundbar is perfect for anyone living in a small space, or even an apartment. You won't have your neighbors complaining about loud bass or noise while you watch your movies. The sound out of this speaker is so good, you won't have to put it very loud to get an amazing sound experience while watching your movies and listening to music. It sounds excellent and pretty loud even at 25-40% of the volume. I plan on hooking mine up to my projector in my entertainment room and setting it behind the couch for movies and gaming. ^_^ It will fit perfectly underneath my projector on its shelf.
Would I recommend this soundbar? Most definitely! Especially if you are limited on space. It is small enough to place under even a gaming monitor on your desktop and packs a serious punch! The price is right for all the features and the sound quality is very impressive. I especially recommend this to gamers for their bedroom or game room. People who live in an apartment, and anyone who wants a great sounding compact soundbar without having to spend an arm and a leg.
Pros: Excellent Sound Quality
Easy to set up and control with Sonos App
Very Compact, will fit just about anywhere you want to place it.
Airplay support for music
Cons: Only wired connection is Optical. (No 3.5mm aux input)
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sunroom Sonos
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Perfect fit for a small speaker in our Sunroom. It fits the shelf well and provides excellent sound
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Sonos quality at a lower price point! Fantastic for use with PC!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
DO NOT BUY OPEN BOX
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Buyer beware! Not only is the shipping crappy. It took an extra week to arrive when it was suppose to arrive in 2 days. We ordered a open box excellent condition sonos sound bar. It cane with bubble wrap. No box of its own. No optical cable. No user information booklet. No receipts. We are assuming since it got jumbled in this big box it didnt even turn on. Excellent condition my butt. We got sent an over $200 brick.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Sonos Customer Care
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I'm truly sorry to hear about your frustrating experience with the Ray soundbar purchase. It’s incredibly disappointing when expectations aren't met, especially when it comes to a product described as being in "excellent condition." To receive an item in such poor shape, without proper packaging, essential components, or even the ability to turn it on, is unacceptable.
Here are some steps you might consider to address the situation:
Contact Best Buy Immediately: Reach out to your local Best Buy to report the condition of the item. Be sure to mention the missing components, the poor packaging, and the fact that the soundbar doesn’t power on.
Request a Refund or Replacement: Given the condition in which the item arrived, you should be entitled to a full refund or a replacement. Be ready to provide any necessary evidence, like photos of the packaging and the soundbar.
Check Return and Warranty Policies: Review the return policy and any applicable warranty for the item.
I hope these steps lead to a quick and satisfactory resolution for you. It’s truly unfortunate when a purchase doesn’t meet expectations, especially one involving a product you were looking forward to using.
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Setup, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ray is a great addition for full a house of music
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love the Sonos system in general and this is my second Ray. I mounted these under the furniture in my formal living and dining room for a full house of music. I know it’s not the ideal mounting position, but I was going for background music you can hear but can’t quite put your finger on where it’s coming from. My wife loves hearing the music as she walks throughout the house. And don’t let the size fool you. These Rays sound great, setup is a breeze, you can set independent volume levels, and even tune each Ray to its specific room. They really upgrade the feel of your home so you can enjoy your favorite tunes all over. BTW… I our hard the “open box” option to save a couple I bucks. They look and operate good as new, so don’t be afraid of that option.