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Sonos Move Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Audio output power:36.00 WBattery life:11 hoursIP rating:IP56Bluetooth version:5.0Weight:3000 g

Sonos Move Review: Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

Sonos Move
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.
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80%

7.2

Technical score

20%

8.9

User score

★Better than 91% of portable speakers
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
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Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

â–²Better than 76%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

32%

7.1

Audio

20%

7.1

Battery

18%

7.5

Durability

16%

6.3

Connectivity

8%

8.4

Controls

3%

7.1

Design

3%

9.8

Smart features

â–²Better than 86%
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

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Ranked #102 of 1,316 models in Portable Speakers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Sonos Move

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

32%

7.1

Audio

20%

7.1

Battery

18%

7.5

Durability

16%

6.3

Connectivity

8%

8.4

Controls

3%

7.1

Design

3%

9.8

Smart features

7.2
User score
User score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
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Popularity:
Sonos Move has a popularity score of 8.2 points, which is higher than 79.2% of products in this category.
8.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

7.9
Audio output power
36 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 36 W which is higher than that of 69.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.6% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
?
Number of drivers
2
This portable speaker has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
40 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 40 Hz which is lower than that of 74.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.6% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
5
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5 which is newer than that of 46.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 24.4% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
A2DP; AVRCP
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
11 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 11 hours which is shorter than that of 52.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.6% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
2,400 mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 2,400 mAh which is smaller than that of 54.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.9% of portable speakers.
Charging time
2 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 2 hours which is shorter than that of 72.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 22.6% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
45 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 45 W which is higher than that of 94.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.8% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
IP56
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IP56 which provides better ingress protection than 75.6% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 1.2% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
yes
This portable speaker is dust resistant. 48.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
Not waterproof m
This portable speaker is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of portable speakers have a native waterproof depth rating.
Drop resistance
yes
This portable speaker resists accidental impacts. 67.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
top; rear
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
yes
This portable speaker supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
?
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Weight
3,000 g
This portable speaker weighs 3,000 g which is heavier than that of 79.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.8% of portable speakers.
Height
24 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 24 cm which is taller than that of 85.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Width
16 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 16 cm which is narrower than that of 57.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.2% of portable speakers.
Depth
12.6 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 12.6 cm which is deeper than that of 71.2% of portable speakers.
Carry options
handle
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
yes
This portable speaker supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
yes
This portable speaker supports voice assistants. 73.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
yes
This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect. 89.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Sonos Move vs the average portable speaker

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  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP56 vs IPX5).
    IP56 vs IPX5
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • 35 W higher charging input power
    This portable speaker has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (45 W vs 10 W).
    45 W vs 10 W
  • Supports AirPlay
    This portable speaker supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • 1 hours shorter charging time
    This portable speaker has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).
    2 hours vs 3 hours
  • Supports wireless charging
    This portable speaker supports wireless charging, while the average portable speaker does not support wireless charging.
    Supports true cable-free inductive or wireless charging.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 10.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
    When it matters
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    the average portable speaker
    Sonos Move has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (8.87 vs 8).
    8.87 vs 8
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 20 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (40 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    40 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 3 more microphones
    This portable speaker has more microphones than the average portable speaker (4 vs 1).
    4 vs 1
  • 16 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (36 W vs 20 W).
    36 W vs 20 W
  • Has beamforming microphones
    This portable speaker has beamforming microphones, while the average portable speaker does not have beamforming microphones.
    Uses beamforming microphone technology.
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This portable speaker supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • 35 W higher charging input power
    This portable speaker has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (45 W vs 10 W).
    45 W vs 10 W
  • 1 hours shorter charging time
    This portable speaker has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).
    2 hours vs 3 hours
  • Supports wireless charging
    This portable speaker supports wireless charging, while the average portable speaker does not support wireless charging.
    Supports true cable-free inductive or wireless charging.
  • Has a removable battery
    This portable speaker has a removable battery, while the average portable speaker does not have a removable battery.
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP56 vs IPX5).
    IP56 vs IPX5
  • Resists accidental impacts
    This portable speaker resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • 5 °C higher maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (45 °C vs 40 °C).
    45 °C vs 40 °C
  • Is UV resistant
    This portable speaker is UV resistant, while the average portable speaker is not rated as UV resistant.
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • 2 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (2 vs 0).
    2 vs 0
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • Has a hardware microphone mute switch
    This portable speaker has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
    Has a physical microphone mute control.
  • Supports playback mute
    This portable speaker supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
    Speaker playback audio can be directly muted.
  • Includes a travel bag
    This portable speaker includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
  • Supports multi-room audio
    This portable speaker supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
    Supports synchronized multi-room playback.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect.
  • Supports automatic room calibration
    This portable speaker supports automatic room calibration, while the average portable speaker does not support automatic room calibration.
  • Supports voice assistants
    This portable speaker supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.
    Supports direct voice-assistant control.
  • Supports firmware updates
    This portable speaker supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
  • Supports Tidal Connect
    This portable speaker supports Tidal Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Tidal Connect.
  • 1,500 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,500 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    18,500 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 10 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (-10 °C vs 0 °C).
    -10 °C vs 0 °C
  • 2,200 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (3,000 g vs 800 g).
    3,000 g vs 800 g
  • 2 fewer paired devices remembered
    This portable speaker remembers fewer paired devices than the average portable speaker (6 vs 8).
    6 vs 8
  • 11.6 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (24 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    24 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 3.67x more expensive
    Sonos Move is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£330 vs £90).
    £330 vs £90
  • 1,500 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,500 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    18,500 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 2 fewer paired devices remembered
    This portable speaker remembers fewer paired devices than the average portable speaker (6 vs 8).
    6 vs 8
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (11 hours vs 12 hours).
    11 hours vs 12 hours
  • 200 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2,400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    2,400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 10 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (-10 °C vs 0 °C).
    -10 °C vs 0 °C
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 2,200 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (3,000 g vs 800 g).
    3,000 g vs 800 g
  • 11.6 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (24 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    24 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 4.3 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (12.6 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    12.6 cm vs 8.3 cm

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Sonos Move

  • Excellent sound quality with deep, room-filling bass and powerful volume control.
  • Seamless integration into the existing Sonos multi-room ecosystem and smart home setups.
  • Dual connectivity options with both Wi-Fi for home use and Bluetooth for on-the-go streaming.
  • Sturdy, premium build quality that is highly drop-resistant and durable.
  • Great IP56 weather resistance, protecting it against dust, splashes, rain, and outdoor elements.
  • Convenient charging base that allows for easy, dock-and-go battery recharging.
  • Automatic Trueplay feature which quickly self-adjusts and optimises audio based on the surroundings.

What customers don't like about Sonos Move

  • Notably heavy and bulky, making it awkward and less ideal for carrying long distances.
  • High, premium price point compared to standard portable Bluetooth speakers.
  • Ergonomically awkward handle recess that can make transport less comfortable.
  • The Sonos app has limitations with certain native music app configurations and playlist management.
  • Bass output can occasionally clip or feel less sharp when pushed to maximum volume levels.
  • Cannot be fully submerged in water like some rival rugged outdoor speakers.

Verdict

The Sonos Move is a durable, battery-powered smart speaker featuring two Class-D digital amplifiers, one downward-firing tweeter, and one integrated mid-woofer that deliver robust, mono audio with Automatic Trueplay tuning to optimize sound for its environment. It features dual connectivity via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1, boasts an IP56 weatherproof rating for dust and water resistance, and includes an ergonomic built-in handle alongside a ring charging dock that yields up to 11 hours of battery life. Major advantages include its seamless integration into multi-room Sonos ecosystems, hands-free Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice controls, and highly punchy bass response. However, notable disadvantages include its premium, expensive price tag, a bulky 6.6-pound frame that limits true long-distance portability, and slight bass compression at maximum volume levels.

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