Testseek.com have collected 254 expert reviews of the Sonos Play:5 bluetooth portable speaker and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sonos Play:5 bluetooth portable speaker.
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Published: 2019-05-29, Author: Max , review by: techgearlab.com
Excellent sound quality, great volume, easy multi-speaker management, AirPlay compatable,
Expensive, somewhat large, no Bluetooth
The Sonos PLAY5 is a top-shelf speaker that provides field-leading sound, looks great on a shelf, and offers easy expandability into a multi-speaker system. It is well worth the hefty cost if you're looking for the best sound possible in a multi-speaker s...
Vibrant, full rich room-filling sound, Clean minimalistic look/style, Easy setup, Tailored room configuration via TruePlay, Excellent wireless range, Humidity/moisture resistant
Expensive
The Sonos PLAY:5 is the best wireless speaker I have ever used or heard to date…hands down walking away. The sound quality is excellent, producing a rich, full listening experience. I can only imagine what a pair of them would sound like. Add the Sonos ec...
Published: 2018-03-01, Author: Tony , review by: audioholics.com
Abstract: Audiophiles today install sound systems in every room in their house, and every TV in every room has to have some sort of sound system or home theater to play your tunes, shows, video games or movies. The problem has always been:a. Do I setup multiple s...
This is one of the best-sounding speakers in our lineup
It lacks Bluetooth connectivity
The Sonos PLAY:5 has outstanding sound quality. That's a big reason it is among the best wireless speakers in our lineup. It doesn't matter what style of music or genre you prefer to listen to – it all sounds great coming out of the PLAY:5. The speaker do...
Published: 2016-11-07, Author: Michael , review by: wired.com
Newly redesigned speaker enclosure with a more open, bright sound. Understated visual design will blend in easily with your decor. Touch controls for playing, pausing, switching tracks, and changing volume. Can be configured to work on its own or as part
Software calibration is interesting from a technological standpoint, but results may vary. It's also iOSonly. $500 is pricey, especially for a speaker system that really works best if you have more than one
Published: 2016-08-12, Author: Juli , review by: macrumors.com
Excellent sound, Connects over WiFi, Almost all music services available in Sonos app, Can group multiple speakers together, Can play different songs on different speakers via same device, Easy to set up and control, Expandable system for whole home audio
Needs Wi-Fi, Locked into Sonos ecosystem, Have to use Sonos app, No Bluetooth, Expensive
The Sonos Play:5 is too much speaker for my apartment, but if you have a house or a larger space and want to start making purchases towards a whole-home audio system, Sonos is the way to go and the Play:5 is the best sounding speaker the company offers.At...
Sonos definitely made sure that the revamp was worth it. While I only had one to test out but if you grab 2 of these bad boys and add a Playbar or Sub into the mix, you can get that official 5.1 home theater surround sound experience. There is a noticea...
Published: 2016-01-25, Author: Michael , review by: tomsguide.com
Well-balanced bass and treble, Room-filling sound, Supports multiroom audio through additional Sonos speakers, Works with most streaming services
No Bluetooth, Proprietary system — can only use with other Sonos speakers
The Play:5 can easily replace most wired stereo systems, and comes with the option of adding additional Sonos speakers for multiroom sound. It's easy to use and produces balanced and detailed sound for all music genres.There are a few shortcomings worth c...
Auto-senses and adjusts output for vertical and horizontal orientations, Trueplay room EQ, Capacitance touch controls with audible feedback, Pure butt-kicking sound
Slight high-frequency edginess when used vertically, Tiny feet bumps are visible on sides of speaker
The Sonos PLAY:5 gets a radical makeover that adds $100 to the price but combines an amazing user experience with stunning audio performance...
