Updated October 2026
Data from the official Sonos site.
2026 verdict
Sonos Five edges out Sonos Beam Ultra in 2026, led by price, rating, and voice assistant.
It has the clearer edge on price, rating, and voice assistant, and it stays ahead on its broader overall balance. You should still consider Sonos Beam Ultra if connectivity matters more than raw overall balance. That is why Sonos Five wins the verdict here.
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| Feature | Sonos Beam Ultra | Sonos Five | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $699.00 | $579.89 | Sonos Five |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 | Sonos Five |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | Sonos Beam Ultra |
| Voice Assistant | Sonos Voice Control | Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control | Sonos Five |
| 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 |
$699.00
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
- - Price: $699.00 vs $579.89
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
Winner
$579.89
- + Price: $579.89
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Voice Assistant: Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonos Beam Ultra or Sonos Five?
Sonos Five has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and voice assistant.
What is the biggest difference between Sonos Beam Ultra and Sonos Five?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonos Beam Ultra lists $699.00, while Sonos Five lists $579.89.
Which one looks better on price?
Sonos Beam Ultra is listed at $699.00, while Sonos Five is listed at $579.89. Sonos Five (better spec).
Who should buy Sonos Beam Ultra?
Choose Sonos Beam Ultra if your priority is connectivity and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonos Five?
Choose Sonos Five if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than connectivity.
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