Winner
Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official Sonos site.
2026 verdict
Sonos Beam (Gen 2) has the better all-around case than Sonos Play in 2026, starting with rating, integrations, and voice assistant. It has the clearer edge on rating, integrations, and voice assistant, and it stays ahead on its broader overall balance. Sonos Play can still be the right pick, but only if price and connectivity outweigh the wider strengths of Sonos Beam (Gen 2). That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Sonos Beam (Gen 2).
| Feature | Sonos Beam (Gen 2) | Sonos Play | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $499.00 | $299.00 | Sonos Play |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.3 | Sonos Beam (Gen 2) |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet | Sonos Play |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Sonos Beam (Gen 2) |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control | Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control | Sonos Beam (Gen 2) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
Winner
$499.00
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- + Voice Assistant: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control
- - Price: $499.00 vs $299.00
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
$299.00
- + Price: $299.00
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.4
- - Integrations: Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonos Beam (Gen 2) or Sonos Play?
Sonos Beam (Gen 2) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, integrations, and voice assistant.
What is the biggest difference between Sonos Beam (Gen 2) and Sonos Play?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonos Beam (Gen 2) lists $499.00, while Sonos Play lists $299.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is listed at $499.00, while Sonos Play is listed at $299.00. Sonos Play (better spec).
Who should buy Sonos Beam (Gen 2)?
Choose Sonos Beam (Gen 2) if your priority is rating and integrations and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonos Play?
Choose Sonos Play if your priority is price and connectivity and that matters more than rating.
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