Testseek.co.uk have collected 106 expert reviews of the Sonos Beam 2 soundbar and the average rating is 87%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sonos Beam 2 soundbar.
October 2021
(87%)
106 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(88%)
19 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
870100106
The editors liked
Wide soundstage
HDMI eARC support
Hi-res audio compatibility
Compact design
Easily upgradeable
Atmos improves sound quality
Phenomenal audio
Neat and compact
Compact size and excellent sound
Multiple voice assistants supported
Virtual Dolby Atmos support enhances immersion
Adds HDMI eARC for easier setup
Deft
Poised and weighty sound
Expansive and well-defined presentation
Good control options and app
Effective handling of Dolby Atmos
Warm
Refined sound
Streaming smarts
Pros
Atmos works better than you'd expect
Compact
Stylish design
Alexa and Google Assistant well implemented
Easy to use
The editors didn't like
Slightly more expensive than the original
No upfiring tweeters
TruePlay only works with iOS devices
Atmos requires eARC
Not much height effect
No DTS
X support
Not as good when at lower volumes
More expensive than original
Adding additional speakers for true surround is pricey
Very Good Audio Quality/Accuracy, Good Volume Levels, Available Connectivity (Bluetooth v5.0/WiFi 2.4GHz/HDMI ARC/HDMI to SPDIF Adapter), Dolby Atmos Compatibility (Digital Plus & TrueHD), Compact Size, Far Field Microphone Array, Sonos App (Available Set
Bass Levels, No Remote Control, Total Cost (Soundbar & Subwoofer), Prev,
Very Good Audio Quality/Accuracy, Good Volume Levels, Available Connectivity (Bluetooth v5.0/WiFi 2.4GHz/HDMI eARC/HDMI to SPDIF Adapter), Dolby Atmos Compatibility (Digital Plus & TrueHD), Compact Size, Far Field Microphone Array, Sonos App (Available Se
Bass Levels, No Remote Control, Total Cost (Soundbar & Subwoofer), Prev,
Compact size, Easy setup, Excellent sound quality with Dolby Atmos, Fantastic wireless connectivity with other Sonos speakers, It can double as a smart speaker
Large rooms are challenging for the speaker, Trueplay feature locked to iOS, Pricey, You can't have two voice assistants at the same time
The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a fantastic soundbar that is an instant upgrade for most home theaters. It has a wider sound stage than you may anticipate, given the device's size, and the quality of sound and depth of the bass is also impressive. However, most...
Excellent overall user experience, especially when combined with other Sonos speakers in a multiroom system, Very good sound quality, especially considering the size, Seamlessly switches between a smart speaker and traditional soundbar, Functional, intuit
No Trueplay support on Android and even some newer iOS devices, Lack of DTS:X and DTS-HD support could be a problem for some, Virtual vertical Atmos channels aren't very impressive
The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is available online for $449. Excellent overall user experience, especially when combined with other Sonos speakers in a multiroom system Very good sound quality, especially considering the size Seamlessly switches between a smart sp...
Abstract: Both the original Sonos Beam and the company's new Beam Gen 2 soundbar use beamforming, a technology that combines an array of drivers with advanced signal processing, to create an enveloping audio experience without need for multiple speakers. With the B...
Published: 2021-10-16, Author: Ty , review by: cnet.com
All-in-one system offers astoundingly wide sound,Choice of Alexa or Google Assistant onboard,One of the best streaming music apps around
Expensive,No dedicated Dolby Atmos speakers,Not able to compete with systems with subs
buy it? If you own the Sonos Beam you sadly won't be able to get the upgrades that the Gen 2 offers via a software update and it's not worth buying again just for a little more ambience. The Beam is definitely a great upgrade for people who own a Sonos O...
Published: 2021-10-06, Author: Will , review by: pcmag.com
Big sound field for its size, Full and crisp sound, from low-mids to highs, Dolby Atmos audio sounds precise and immersive, even without rear speakers
Not much deep bass without optional (and pricey) subwoofer, No Bluetooth support, Trueplay audio tuning only available for iOS
The second-generation Sonos Beam soundbar adds Dolby Atmos support and two more audio processing channels, for an impressive sound field that retains the previous model's compact size...
Published: 2021-09-30, Author: Kate , review by: tomsguide.com
Impressive sound for its size, 3D audio with support for Dolby Atmos, Reliable TruePlay tuning, Best option for 55-inch and smaller TVs
More expensive than Beam (Gen 1), Some new formats not available at launch,
Creating the ultimate home-theater experience has become a top consumer priority in the past year and half. While the Sonos Arc stood out in 2020, not everyone can fit (or afford) the massive soundbar. With its smaller footprint and smart features, the $4...
