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Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 438 reviews

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  • Sound Quality

    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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80%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers value the Roam SL Portable Bluetooth Wireless Speaker for its outstanding sound quality and ease of portability. Many appreciate its exceptional battery life and convenient size, making it suitable for various locations. The Bluetooth connectivity and sufficient volume are also well-received features. However, some customers have noted that the bass is somewhat limited and have experienced issues with app connectivity.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great speaker

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

    Perfect little speaker for any room in my apartment. Great sound, battery life, and audio quality.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Impossible to connect

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

    The Roam sl doesnt connect to the app. Without the app you cant register the device . Dont waste hours like I did trying to connect this speaker. Save yourself a headache. The roam sl is getting returned first thing tomorrow.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must buy!

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

    Love the wireless capability + you can pair it with your whole Sonos system too

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sonos Roam

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

    Great little speaker. Integrates seamlessly with other speakers in the system.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice portable Bluetooth speaker

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

    Sonos decided to pull the plug on playing music from your local android device. This was a cheap alternative to be able to do that.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good sound but over priced

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

    Good sound not the best. Maybe if i had bought two and set up for sterio sound it would soun better. Over all i would say save your miney

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Defective trash!!!!

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

    Purchased late May. I am a registered nurse and just had time to actually open the thing Sunday 8/4/2024. It will NOT connect to Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and this is not rocket science. We own many portable speakers and this one happened to be for me. I went in to the store 8/5/2024 with proof that it had just been opened the day before hoping to only get store credit but no luck. I knew I had probably missed the return period but thought they would consider the item defective and do the right thing but NOPE!! What a waste of money!! These should not be sold to anyone anywhere!!!! I am super upset and disappointed in Best Buy and Sonos. I was hoping to love it! Go figure I spend thousands on appliances, TVs, speakers, etc and the item under $200 is complete trash!!!!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Sonos Customer Care
      Posted .

      I'm truly sorry to hear about your frustrating experience with the Sonos Roam SL and the challenges you've faced with both the device and the return process. As a valued customer who has invested significantly in various products, it's understandable that this situation is both disappointing and aggravating. Here are some steps you might consider to address the issue:

      Troubleshooting the Sonos Roam SL:

      Ensure the Device is Charged: Sometimes, connectivity issues arise from low battery levels. Make sure the speaker is fully charged.

      Factory Reset the Speaker:

      Steps to Reset:
      Power Off: Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds until you hear the power-off tone and the LED turns off.
      Enter Reset Mode: While holding the Play/Pause button, press and release the power button.
      Wait for Indicator: Continue holding the Play/Pause button until the light on the front flashes orange and white.
      Set Up Again: Once reset, try setting up the speaker anew using the Sonos app.
      Update the Sonos App: Ensure that you have the latest version of the Sonos app installed on your device.

      Check Wi-Fi Network: Ensure that your Wi-Fi network is functioning correctly. Sometimes, routers need a restart to resolve connectivity issues.

      Bluetooth Pairing:

      Enable Pairing Mode: Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the back of the Roam SL until the LED flashes blue.
      Connect from Your Device: On your phone or tablet, go to Bluetooth settings and look for the Sonos Roam SL to pair.
      Contact Sonos Support Directly:

      Reach Out for Assistance: Even though the return period has lapsed, Sonos may offer support, repairs, or even replacements for defective products, especially if they are within the warranty period. Find out more @ support.sonos.com

      Provide Detailed Information: When contacting them, mention the purchase date, the date you first tried to use the device, and the troubleshooting steps you've already taken.

      I hope these steps provide a pathway to a satisfactory resolution. Wishing you the best in resolving this matter. john.milton

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Step aside, Bose!

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Growing up a huge fan of Bose, I have come to the realization that Sonos has the best speakers on the market.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    I used four times and doesn’t work anymore

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought it and use it like 4 times and it doesn’t work anymore, unfortunately I Throw away the packaging it came in and I don’t know if I can make a change :’( it never got wet or fell so I don’t know what happened

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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

    A great complement to an already awesome sound system for the house and the enjoyment of all of the family.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    End of life unit.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Arrived with a bricked battery. This was a new unit on clearance sale, so I believe it had been sitting on a shelf for years without any battery maintenance. Returned without issue and did not bother attempting to purchase another or its upgraded sibling the Roam 2.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ken Crispens

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

    Absolutely fantastic speaker. Would highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome little speaker.

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this thing. I mostly use it in a truck at work that doesn’t have a Bluetooth radio.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice portable speaker

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

    Great speaker with Alexa service. Should come with power block to charge speaker. Only comes with power cable, no usb block.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect addition to the my desk

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    small frame and works perfectly on my desk in order to listen to music and podcasts

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice little Sonos

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

    Nice little speaker, good sound!, very portable!..

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Roam not up to Sonos high standards

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

    Speaker has been a major disappointment. I happily own 4 other Sonos products but Roam fails to hold house wifi connection and bluetooth connection is always difficult to establish. Sound is good when I can finally get it connected.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    App

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Terrible App

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

    The speaker may be great but I wouldn’t know because the Sonos App is complete garbage. Seriously, it’s really, really bad.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice for the price

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

    Sadly, we had to return it due to not being bt but still a great little speaker.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Sonos roam

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

    Little disappointed with the brand not really compatible with Google home have a lot of issues with voice assistant was expecting a lot more for the price and reviews

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend