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Sonos Play Review: Premium Portable Speaker Delivers Superb Sound
The Sonos Play is a portable speaker that costs Rs 35,999.
It can play music over Wi-Fi at home or Bluetooth when you take it elsewhere.
Its battery can be replaced, and it can play Bluetooth music for up to 24 hours.
The reviewer liked its clear sound and said it sounded good from different places in a room.
Two speakers can be linked to make music sound fuller in stereo.
It also works with other Sonos products through a redesigned app and Sonos 27 software.
The speaker is heavy enough to feel sturdy, but the reviewer could still travel with it.
The reviewer said it is expensive and does not support spatial audio or Dolby Atmos.
A USB-C power adapter is not included.
The Sonos Play costs Rs 35,999 and weighs 1.3 kg; it is available in black or white.
It supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3, has a replaceable 35Wh battery, and offers up to 24 hours of Bluetooth playback.
The speaker works with the redesigned Sonos app and Sonos 27, and supports services and features including Spotify Connect, Apple AirPlay 2, and voice assistants.
The reviewer praised its clear, detailed sound, room-wide consistency, and stronger depth when two units are paired in stereo.
The reviewer said it is expensive and lacks spatial audio and Dolby Atmos; a USB-C power adapter is not included.
- Who
- Sonos and reviewer Anuj Bhatia of The Indian Express.
- What
- A review of the Sonos Play portable speaker, its audio performance, and its software and ecosystem features.
- Where
- The review describes using it at home and carrying it while travelling, including on a trip from San Francisco.
- When
- The reviewer tested it over several weeks; no publication date is stated.
- Why
- The review assesses whether the speaker’s sound, portability, features, and Sonos integration justify its premium price.
Strengths
Limitations
Sound and portability
Strengths
The reviewer found the speaker compact, easy to carry, and capable of clear, detailed sound throughout a room; two units added depth in stereo.
Limitations
At 1.3 kg, it is not especially light, and the reviewer felt it was better suited to home, balcony, or visits to friends than constant travel.
Price and features
Strengths
The reviewer praised its build, replaceable battery, app integration, and long battery life, describing it as one of the best-sounding portable speakers.
Limitations
At Rs 35,999, it is expensive; it lacks spatial audio and Dolby Atmos, and its USB-C power adapter must be purchased separately.
Key facts
- Price
- Rs 35,999 per speaker
- Weight
- 1.3 kg
- Battery
- Replaceable 35Wh battery
- Bluetooth playback
- Up to 24 hours
- Wireless features
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3
- Stereo pair price
- Rs 71,998 for two speakers
- Power adapter
- USB-C power adapter not included; the review says an 18W-or-greater adapter is needed, with 45W for fast charging
Sources
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