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Sonos Ray Review | 109 Data compared

Avg. price:~£200N. of audio channels:2.0Audio output power:?HDMI ARC type:none

Sonos Ray Review: Compare 109 technical specifications and 109 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Sonos Ray
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the soundbar's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best soundbars on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

95%

5.8

Technical score

5%

8.1

Reviews score ( 64 · 45)

Reviews score 5% · 8.1 · based on 109 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
▲Better than 66% of soundbars
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

▲Better than 68%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the soundbar's technical performance, covering key areas such as audio quality, channel configuration, connectivity, HDMI and wireless features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare soundbars based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

25%

4.9

Audio

18%

5.2

Formats

16%

5.8

Connectivity

14%

8.0

Controls

12%

4.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.5

Smart features

5%

7.4

Design

▲Better than 66%
8.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 63% of models
Grades by review (109)
64 reviews: 37 with a printed score, 27 estimated from the review. 45 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 63%
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What owners say about the Sonos Ray

Based on 89 owners sharing their experience in online comments

40%positive11%mixed49%negative

Owners praise its clear sound and room-friendly TV upgrade, while weak bass, setup trouble, and remote issues often disappoint.

What owners dislike

  • Owners with Samsung, LG, Sony and Hisense TVs say the TV remote often fails to control volume, or stops working after a day.9
  • Owners say the Wi-Fi setup is frustrating, with connections dropping and no Bluetooth fallback when home Wi-Fi is unavailable.8
  • Owners say getting PC or laptop sound to work is hard, since it needs an optical output and sometimes a sound card adapter.6
  • Owners say the bass is weak, with a bass-light sound that the Sub Mini only partly fixes.6
  • Owners who compared it with cheaper or rival bars say the price feels high for the sound and the limited inputs.5
  • Owners say that for gaming on PC the sound feels limited in front of them, and that surround needs extra speakers or TV-side positioning.5
  • Owners say volume is hard to control, since the TV or PC remote often does not change the bar's volume and there is no display.5
  • Owners say it has only Wi-Fi and optical inputs, so connecting a laptop, older TV or PC without optical out is difficult.4
  • Owners say the audio cuts out at random over optical from a PC or TV, and sometimes only a reboot restores it.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of soundbar Sonos Ray

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the soundbar's technical performance, covering key areas such as audio quality, channel configuration, connectivity, HDMI and wireless features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare soundbars based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components:

25%

4.9

Audio

18%

5.2

Formats

16%

5.8

Connectivity

14%

8.0

Controls

12%

4.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.5

Smart features

5%

7.4

Design

5.8
Reviews score
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 68% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.0
Brand name
Sonos
N. of audio channels
2
This soundbar offers 2 audio channels, fewer than 43.6% of soundbars and equal to 56.4% of soundbars.
Audio output power
?
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
73.4 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 73.4 Hz, higher than 82.6% of soundbars.
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Dolby Atmos
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Atmos. 20.7% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
no
This soundbar does not support DTS:X. 10.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby TrueHD. 17.6% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS-HD Master Audio
no
This soundbar does not support DTS-HD Master Audio. 10.1% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus. 75.5% of soundbars include this feature.
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N. of HDMI inputs
0
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs, fewer than 32.5% of soundbars and equal to 67.6% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 68.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 4
This soundbar uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 4, which is newer than that of 73.4% of soundbars and the same as that of 4.8% of soundbars.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 3.7% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smartphone app
yes
This soundbar has smartphone app. 65.4% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
no
This soundbar does not have remote control. 73.9% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
yes
This soundbar has control panel. 9.6% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
no
This soundbar does not support voice assistant compatibility. 31.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
no
This soundbar does not have far-field microphones. 12.2% of soundbars offer this feature.
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HDMI version
N/A
HDMI ARC type
none
This soundbar has none as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is less advanced than what 68.6% of soundbars and the same as what 31.4% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
no
This soundbar does not support HDMI-CEC. 63.1% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
none
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to none, which is lower than that of 21.5% of soundbars and the same as that of 78.5% of soundbars.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
none fps
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to none fps, lower than 18.2% of soundbars and equal to 81.8% of soundbars.
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AirPlay
yes
This soundbar supports AirPlay. 80.3% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
no
This soundbar does not support Chromecast built-in. 12.3% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This soundbar supports Spotify Connect. 77.1% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
no
This soundbar does not support TIDAL Connect. 9.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Amazon Music native support
yes
This soundbar supports native Amazon Music. 79.3% support native Amazon Music.
Available via the Sonos app.
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Width
559 mm
Market range: <350 mm – >1.1k mm
This soundbar is 559 mm wide, narrower than 70.7% of soundbars.
Height
71 mm
Market range: <50 mm – >100 mm
This soundbar is 71 mm high, taller than 59.9% of soundbars and equal to 3.7% of soundbars.
Thickness
95 mm
Market range: <60 mm – >135 mm
This soundbar is 95 mm thick, thicker than 59.4% of soundbars and equal to 2.7% of soundbars.
Weight
1950 g
Market range: <500 g – >5.5k g
This soundbar weighs 1950 g, less than 53.2% of soundbars and equal to 0.5% of soundbars.
Build material
plastic
This soundbar uses plastic for the build material, which is different from that of 4.8% of soundbars and the same as that of 89.4% of soundbars.
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Sonos Ray vs the average soundbar

246810TotalAudioFormatsConnectivityHDMI & GamingSmart featuresControlsDesign
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • Automatic room calibration
    This soundbar supports automatic room calibration, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This soundbar supports AirPlay, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This soundbar supports Spotify Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Broader music format support
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (HE-AAC, AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, M4A, MP3, MP4, OGG, WAV, WMA vs MP3).
    HE-AAC, AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, M4A, MP3, MP4, OGG, WAV, WMA vs MP3
  • Multiroom ecosystem support
    This soundbar supports multiroom ecosystem support, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports wireless rear speakers
    This soundbar is compatible with wireless rear speakers, the average soundbar is not.
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • Broader music format support
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (HE-AAC, AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, M4A, MP3, MP4, OGG, WAV, WMA vs MP3).
    HE-AAC, AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, M4A, MP3, MP4, OGG, WAV, WMA vs MP3
  • 9 more supported audio formats
    This soundbar supports more audio formats than the average soundbar (11 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
    11 vs 2
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • NFC Bluetooth pairing
    This soundbar supports Bluetooth pairing via NFC, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This soundbar supports AirPlay, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This soundbar supports Spotify Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Multiroom ecosystem support
    This soundbar supports multiroom ecosystem support, the average soundbar does not.
  • Native Apple Music support
    This soundbar supports native Apple Music, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via the Sonos app.
  • Native Amazon Music support
    This soundbar supports native Amazon Music, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via the Sonos app.
  • Supports Deezer
    This soundbar supports Deezer, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via the Sonos app.
  • Automatic room calibration
    This soundbar supports automatic room calibration, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • App EQ customization
    This soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
  • Manual audio delay adjustment
    This soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
    Adjustment available in the brand app.
  • Night mode
    This soundbar supports night mode, the average soundbar does not.
  • Easier firmware updates
    This soundbar uses over-the-air, app-based for firmware update method, while the average soundbar uses app-based, USB.
    over-the-air, app-based vs app-based, USB
  • 203 mm narrower width
    This soundbar is narrower than the average soundbar (559 mm vs 762 mm). The average soundbar is 762 mm wide.
    559 mm vs 762 mm
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has none as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    none vs eARC
  • No remote control
    This soundbar does not have remote control, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (WiFi and Optical only)
  • No PCM / LPCM
    This soundbar does not support PCM / LPCM support, the average soundbar does.
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
    Optical input only; no native AUX input.
  • No HDMI-CEC support
    This soundbar does not support HDMI-CEC, the average soundbar does.
  • 2 fewer sound modes
    This soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (2 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    2 vs 4
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    This soundbar has fewer USB ports than the average soundbar (0 vs 1). The average soundbar has 1 USB ports.
    0 vs 1
  • 2.11x more expensive
    Sonos Ray is more expensive than the average soundbar (£200 vs £95).
    £200 vs £95
  • 2 fewer sound modes
    This soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (2 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    2 vs 4
  • 21.4 Hz higher min frequency
    This soundbar has a higher minimum frequency than the average soundbar (73.4 Hz vs 52 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 52 Hz.
    73.4 Hz vs 52 Hz
  • 100 Hz lower max frequency
    This soundbar has a lower maximum frequency than the average soundbar (19,900 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average soundbar has a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    19,900 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • No PCM / LPCM
    This soundbar does not support PCM / LPCM support, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (WiFi and Optical only)
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
    Optical input only; no native AUX input.
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    This soundbar has fewer USB ports than the average soundbar (0 vs 1). The average soundbar has 1 USB ports.
    0 vs 1
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has none as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    none vs eARC
  • No HDMI-CEC support
    This soundbar does not support HDMI-CEC, the average soundbar does.
  • No remote control
    This soundbar does not have remote control, the average soundbar does.
  • No auto power-off
    This soundbar does not support auto power-off, the average soundbar does.
  • 4 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (71 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    71 mm vs 67 mm
  • 9 mm thicker design
    This soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (95 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    95 mm vs 86 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
HiTechKing
≈ estimated
28/01/2025
Unboxing, setup and review · sound and connectivity
Verdict
Sonos Ray is excellent value for buyers entering the Sonos ecosystem or wanting a compact soundbar, though its connectivity is limited.
8.0
GYMCADDY
≈ estimated
16/01/2025
Hands-on review · sound tests and feature overview
Verdict
Sonos Ray is small, affordable and well balanced, a strong choice for small rooms though not very loud.
8.0
Dad Tecc
≈ estimated
27/11/2024
Hands-on review · sound, app and value check
Verdict
Sonos Ray suits Sonos owners who want compact sound, though its stage is narrower than bigger bars.
8.0
Tomas Villegas
≈ estimated
26/02/2023
Long-term use review · home gym and multi-room
Verdict
Sonos Ray is recommended if you can live with its limits, especially the missing Atmos and HDMI ARC.
9.0
Adam Lobo TV
≈ estimated
05/09/2022
Unboxing and hands-on review · sound tests
Verdict
Sonos Ray is decently priced and a good first step into Sonos for buyers who don't need Dolby Atmos or high output.
9.0
AppleInsider
≈ estimated
14/07/2022
Hands-on review · sound, setup and AirPlay tests
Verdict
Sonos Ray is a good option for Sonos fans, with clear dialogue, though its bass could use a subwoofer.
9.0
NL Tech
≈ estimated
29/06/2022
Long-term review · TV and desktop use with sound checks
Verdict
Sonos Ray is a simple, good-sounding soundbar with a low profile, though the price feels steep.
9.0
PC Centric
≈ estimated
26/06/2022
Hands-on review · gaming, music and sound tests
Verdict
Sonos Ray has big sound from a small package and is highly recommended for PC gaming and music, though it needs an optical port.
7.0
Archway Tech
≈ estimated
22/06/2022
Hands-on review · HDMI, sound and bedroom use test
Verdict
Sonos Ray suits a bedroom TV at this price, but its lack of HDMI and thin sound limit it.
9.0
Tech Man Pat
≈ estimated
21/06/2022
Hands-on review · calibration, streaming and small-room use
Verdict
Sonos Ray is great for small rooms and bedrooms at this price, though it lacks bass for large living rooms.
8.0
TotallydubbedHD
≈ estimated
12/06/2022
Hands-on review · sound, gaming and feature tests
Verdict
Sonos Ray has good sound and a solid entry point into Sonos, but its bass and soundstage fall short.
8.0
Digital Trends
≈ estimated
10/06/2022
Hands-on review · setup, sound and comparison
Verdict
Sonos Ray is not the best soundbar for the money, but it is a good entry point into the Sonos ecosystem.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
theguardian.com
≈ estimated
31/05/2022
Hands-on review · All-in-one soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a compact all-in-one soundbar with clear dialogue and surprising bass, though it lacks HDMI and can't play Dolby Atmos.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
31/05/2022
Home test · Small TV soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a big step up from TV speakers, with full, clear sound for TVs up to 50 inches, but it lacks HDMI.
7.0
rtings.com
✓ explicit
16/06/2023
Lab test · Stereo soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray suits TV shows, podcasts and music with clear voices, but it lacks low bass and can't play Dolby Atmos.
8.0
musictech.com
✓ explicit
25/07/2022
Product review · Multiroom soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a clear-sounding entry point into Sonos multi-room audio that suits people keeping an older TV, though optical-only connections are fading.
8.0
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
10/03/2025
Updated review · Compact soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is one of the best small soundbars for clear dialogue, fitting under most TVs and monitors, but its bass is light and its sound is narrow.
9.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
31/05/2022
Hands-on review · Optical TV soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a clear step up from weak TV speakers in smaller rooms and on second TVs, but it's weaker with music and has no Dolby Atmos.
7.0
homesandgardens.com
✓ explicit
14/12/2025
Hands-on test · Small-room soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a compact soundbar that clearly improves dialogue in small rooms, but it lacks Bluetooth and depth, and effects can lack impact.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
31/05/2022
Review · Sonos ecosystem fit
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a neat, coherent soundbar that fits well into a wider Sonos system, but it lacks HDMI and sounds a little small-scale next to rivals.
8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
31/05/2022
Hands-on review · Compact soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is an impressive compact soundbar with crisp, clear sound, held back by average bass, no HDMI ARC and no voice controls.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
28/11/2022
Review · Size versus sound
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a neat soundbar that sounds big for its size, with room tuning and a wide stage, but it can't match rumbling action-film bass.
6.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
31/05/2022
Expert review · Two-channel soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a compact stereo soundbar with clear voices that suits smaller living rooms, but its bass is thin and it lacks Atmos.
9.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
10/09/2022
Hands-on test · Bedroom soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a small soundbar that's quick to set up for bedrooms and small rooms, though Trueplay room tuning needs iOS.
7.0
howtogeek.com
✓ explicit
28/12/2022
Hands-on test · Compact soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a small soundbar that sounds much bigger than it looks, best for TVs up to 55 inches, though it has no HDMI or Atmos.
8.0
gearpatrol.com
≈ estimated
31/05/2022
Week-long test · Small-room soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a strong-sounding compact soundbar for small rooms and older TVs, but skip it if you want Dolby Atmos or voice control.
8.0
cnn.com
≈ estimated
31/05/2022
Several-day test · Bedroom soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a clear-sounding small soundbar for apartments and bedrooms, provided your TV has an optical output and you don't mind narrow movie sound.
8.0
spiegel.de
≈ estimated
31/05/2022
Test · Streaming soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a small streaming soundbar, clear for speech and decent for films, but it can't shake the floor and sounds only from the front.
8.0
heute.at
≈ estimated
31/05/2022
Test · Sonos TV soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is easy to set up and fills a room with clear music and dialogue, but optical-only connection and no voice control limit it.
6.8
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
31/05/2022
Hands-on test · Streaming soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray has balanced, clear sound and a strong music app for small TVs, but its few ports and app-only controls are drawbacks.
8.0
n-tv.de
≈ estimated
28/06/2022
Hands-on test · Compact streaming soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a small soundbar with big, clear sound and strong streaming, and suits compact rooms if you can live without HDMI.
6.4
audiovision.de
✓ explicit
02/03/2023
Lab test · Compact soundbar
Verdict
The Sonos Ray is a small soundbar with clear speech and strong streaming, but its optical-only connection and missing remote make daily use awkward.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sonos Ray

  • Exceptional vocal clarity and dedicated speech enhancement mode for distinct dialogue
  • Ultra-compact, forward-firing design allows for flexible placement in TV stands or nooks
  • Seamless integration into the broader Sonos multi-room audio ecosystem
  • Strong performance for music streaming via Wi-Fi and AirPlay 2
  • Easy setup process through the Sonos app with Trueplay room calibration
  • Surprising volume capacity and balanced soundstage for its small size

What customers don't like about Sonos Ray

  • Lacks HDMI connectivity, relying solely on an older digital optical port
  • No support for Dolby Atmos or other high-resolution spatial audio formats
  • Lacks built-in microphones for native voice assistant support
  • Bass performance lacks deep 'rumble' or 'thump' needed for high-impact movies
  • No Bluetooth connectivity for direct mobile device streaming
  • Volume control can be finicky for users with non-infrared TV remotes

Verdict

The Sonos Ray is an ultra-compact 2.0 channel soundbar measuring 71 x 559 x 95mm and weighing 1.95kg, featuring four Class-D digital amplifiers that power two high-efficiency mid-woofers and two tweeters for crisp audio. Key characteristics include a forward-facing acoustic design ideal for enclosed spaces, proprietary anti-distortion bass reflex technology, and support for Stereo PCM, Dolby Digital 5.1, and DTS Digital Surround formats. Its main pros are exceptional vocal clarity, seamless integration into the Sonos multi-room ecosystem via Wi-Fi and AirPlay 2, and easy setup using a single optical connection and the Sonos S2 app with Trueplay room tuning. Notable cons include the lack of an HDMI port (optical only), no native Dolby Atmos support, the absence of built-in microphones for voice assistants, and a somewhat limited bass response that may require an additional subwoofer for cinematic impact.

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