Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Sonos site.
2026 verdict
Built for different jobs, these two Sonos products do not really compete, and the Sonos Move 2 is the one that stands on its own.
It is a complete battery-powered speaker that works over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and AirPlay, responds to Alexa and Sonos Voice Control, carries a physical mic-off switch, and pairs with SmartThings and Home Assistant, none of which the Sonos Sub Mini can do because it is a subwoofer bonded to another Sonos speaker. The Sonos Sub Mini is nonetheless excellent at its one job, adding deep, force-canceled bass to a Beam, Arc, Ray or Five and deepening movies and music in a way no single speaker manages. Buy the Sonos Move 2 if you want one versatile speaker, indoors and out, and the Sonos Sub Mini if you already own a Sonos system and want to add real low end.
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| Feature | Sonos Move 2 | Sonos Sub Mini | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $499.00 | $497.00 | Sonos Sub Mini |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 | Sonos Sub Mini |
| Integrations | Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Home Assistant | Sonos Move 2 |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control | None | Sonos Move 2 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | Tie |
| Local Control | YES | YES | Tie |
What the differences mean
What the product actually is
The Sonos Move 2 is a standalone smart speaker that plays music by itself, over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or AirPlay. The Sonos Sub Mini is a subwoofer with no drivers for mids or highs, so it only produces sound when it is bonded to another Sonos speaker such as a Beam, Arc, Ray or Five.
Voice control
The Sonos Move 2 has microphones, works with Alexa and Sonos Voice Control and includes a physical switch to mute the mic. The Sonos Sub Mini has no microphone and no voice assistant at all, since a companion subwoofer is not meant to be talked to.
Smart home integrations
The Sonos Move 2 is addressable from Alexa, AirPlay 2 and Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings and Home Assistant. The Sonos Sub Mini is not an AirPlay or Alexa target of its own and shows up only through Home Assistant, because it is controlled as part of the speaker it is paired with.
Power and connections
The Sonos Move 2 runs on a battery and offers Bluetooth and dual-band Wi-Fi, with no Ethernet port. The Sonos Sub Mini is mains powered and plugs into the network by Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet, but has no Bluetooth, which reflects one being portable and the other stationary.
Placement and weight
At about 3 kg the Sonos Move 2 is meant to be carried between rooms and outdoors. The Sonos Sub Mini weighs over 6 kg and is designed to stay put on the floor, so portability is never part of what it offers.
Which one to buy if
- you want one speaker that works in the kitchen, on the patio and by the pool
The Sonos Move 2 is battery powered and built to move, with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and AirPlay so it plays anywhere.
- you already own a Sonos soundbar or speaker and want deeper bass
The Sonos Sub Mini is made to bond with a Beam, Arc, Ray or Five and add the low end those speakers leave out.
- you want voice control and a privacy switch in the speaker itself
The Sonos Move 2 answers to Alexa and Sonos Voice Control and has a physical mic-off switch, which the Sonos Sub Mini has none of.
- the room is small or mid-sized and you want the compact bass upgrade
The Sonos Sub Mini is designed for exactly that size of room, where owners say it gets surprisingly close to the bigger Sonos Sub.
Winner
$499.00
- + Integrations: Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- + Voice Assistant: Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control
- - Price: $499.00 vs $497.00
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.6
$497.00
- + Price: $497.00
- + Rating: 4.6
- - Integrations: Home Assistant vs Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- - Voice Assistant: None vs Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control
What owners say
Owners of both Sonos products describe the same strong build quality and quick setup through the Sonos app, and both groups say the sound punches above the size where it matters. Sonos Move 2 owners focus on portability and output: deep, well-balanced bass that carries across a patio or backyard, a battery that lasts a full day outdoors, and easy pairing with other Sonos speakers for stereo. Their recurring complaints are Wi-Fi streaming stutter through the Sonos app, occasional charging trouble months in, and a heavy body with no battery readout. Sonos Sub Mini owners, meanwhile, marvel that a compact sub gets close to the larger Sonos Sub, and praise how it frees the paired soundbar to handle mids and highs, but they warn that the pairing code printed on the unit is small and hard to read, and a few received units that would not connect out of the box.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonos Move 2 or Sonos Sub Mini?
They are not really interchangeable. The Sonos Move 2 is the better buy as a standalone speaker, since it plays on its own, moves indoors and out and supports Alexa, AirPlay and Home Assistant. The Sonos Sub Mini is the better addition if you already own a Sonos system and want deeper bass.
What is the biggest difference between the Sonos Move 2 and the Sonos Sub Mini?
The Sonos Move 2 is a complete speaker that produces all frequencies by itself, while the Sonos Sub Mini is a subwoofer that only adds bass and will not play music unless it is paired with another Sonos speaker or soundbar.
Can the Sonos Sub Mini be used without another Sonos speaker?
No. The Sonos Sub Mini is a companion subwoofer, so it has to be bonded to a Sonos soundbar or speaker such as a Beam, Arc, Ray or Five to produce sound. The Sonos Move 2, by contrast, plays on its own.
Does the Sonos Move 2 work with Alexa and AirPlay?
Yes. The Sonos Move 2 supports Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control and AirPlay 2, and it includes a physical mic-off switch. The Sonos Sub Mini has no microphone and no voice assistant.
Who should buy the Sonos Move 2?
Anyone who wants one powerful speaker that travels between rooms, the patio and the pool, with battery power, Bluetooth, voice control and a privacy switch. It suits Sonos households and buyers who want a single versatile unit.
Who should buy the Sonos Sub Mini?
Owners of a Sonos soundbar or speaker who want noticeably deeper bass for movies and music in a small to mid-size room, without the size and cost of the full-size Sonos Sub. It is a system upgrade, not a first speaker.
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