Winner
18% OFF
$899.00
$1099.00
Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Sonos site.
2026 verdict
Sonos Arc Ultra has the better all-around case than Sonos Five in 2026, starting with rating and connectivity.
The main reason it wins is rating and connectivity, and its broader overall balance strengthens that case. The only strong reason to choose Sonos Five is if price is more important to you than the overall verdict. That is why the final call still favors Sonos Arc Ultra.
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$594.99
33% above its lowest price of the last 6 months ($449.00)
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| Feature | Sonos Arc Ultra | Sonos Five | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $899.00 | $594.99 | Sonos Five |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.4 | Sonos Arc Ultra |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | Sonos Arc Ultra |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Tie |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control | Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control | Tie |
Winner
18% OFF
$899.00
$1099.00
- + Rating: 4.5
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
- - Price: $899.00 vs $594.99
$594.99
- + Price: $594.99
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.5
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonos Arc Ultra or Sonos Five?
Sonos Arc Ultra has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating and connectivity.
What is the biggest difference between Sonos Arc Ultra and Sonos Five?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonos Arc Ultra lists $899.00, while Sonos Five lists $594.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Sonos Arc Ultra is listed at $899.00, while Sonos Five is listed at $594.99. Sonos Five (better spec).
Who should buy Sonos Arc Ultra?
Choose Sonos Arc Ultra if your priority is rating and connectivity and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonos Five?
Choose Sonos Five if your priority is price and that matters more than rating.
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$480.00
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- SpeakersSonos
Arc Ultra
4.5(728)18% OFF$1099.00$899.00 - SpeakersSonos
Beam (Gen 2)
4.4(1,994)28% OFF$499.00$359.00 - SpeakersSonos
Era 100
4.4(2,808)$219.00 - SpeakersSonos
Era 300
4.6(1,305)20% OFF$499.00$399.00 - SpeakersSonos
Five
4.4(1,227)$594.99 - SpeakersSonos
Move 2
4.4(1,135)$480.00 - SpeakersSonos
Play
4.4(200)$299.00 - SpeakersSonos
Roam 2
4.3(1,696)$179.00 - SpeakersSonos
Sub Mini
4.6(1,064)20% OFF$499.00$399.00