Testseek.com have collected 171 expert reviews of the Sonos Play:1 bluetooth portable speaker and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sonos Play:1 bluetooth portable speaker.
October 2013
(86%)
171 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(96%)
2774 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
The Sonos Play
1 has good sound for a small speaker. The control app is easy to use. Adding additional speakers to your Sonos system is fairly easy
Tiny footprint
Big sound
Easy to pair with a second PLAY
1 for stereo sound
Sonos Controller mobile app keeps getting better
1 is a stylish and exceptionally well-made wireless speaker
Especially for the price. It offers the full Sonos experience
With support for most key services (including Spotify
Pandora
Rdio) and super-reliable wireless streaming. Sound q
Incredibly easy to set up. Affordable. Smooth-sounding midrange and high end.
Great sound
Stylish build
Easy setup
Humidityresistant
Wonderful sound
Great interface
Terrific value
Lowest price ever for a Sonos starter system
Attractive
Décor-friendly design
Natural
Unhyped sound quality
Great sound for a smaller speaker
Reasonably inexpensive
Great way to expand a multi-speaker system
The editors didn't like
The Sonos Play1 isn't as expensive as the Play3 or Play5
But with an MSRP of $199
It could be too expensive for some. Wireless use may require the purchase of additional equipment
Looks weatherproof
But it isn't
Wish list
Rechargeable battery for easier outdoor use
Black and white are a good start. More colors please
Unlike Bluetooth speakers
The Sonos system can't stream from every app on your phone or tablet -- so there's no support for iTunes Radio
For instance. The lack of a built-in battery limits room-to-room mobility
Bass distorts at maximum volume. Not portable. No wired audio inputs
IOS app interface could use iOS 7 makeover
Audio playback is limited to Sonossupported services
No Bluetooth or Line In
Needs near-wall placement or optional SUB to sound its best
Lack of Bluetooth feels limiting if used as a standalone speaker
Bottom line
A perfect speaker system building block
But not the best in isolation
Alt
A great addition to an existing Sonos system or if you usually use streaming services
The Play:1 is my favorite Sonos product to date, and one of my favorite wireless speakers to date. It sounds much more like one of the better large wireless speakers (the B&W Z2 or the JBL OnBeat Rumble) than like other products in its size and price rang...
Great sound for a smaller speaker, reasonably inexpensive, great way to expand a multi-speaker system,
Lack of Bluetooth feels limiting if used as a standalone speaker, Bottom line: A perfect speaker system building block, but not the best in isolation, Alt: A great addition to an existing Sonos system or if you usually use streaming services, but lack of
The Sonos PLAY1 is a great speaker to add onto your existing Sonos sound system. If you're looking for a single, small speaker, however, we think the Bose Soundtouch 10 is a better option with its more versatile connection options...
Wonderful sound, easy setup, great interface, terrific value,
No Bluetooth or Line In
The Sonos PLAY:1 is the best $200 you'll spend on music this year. Great sound quality, impeccable design, and a wonderful user experience...
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Published: 2017-02-16, Author: Anthony , review by: audiophilia.com
Abstract: It would be instructive to read my original review of the full SONOS system [PLAYBAR, SUB, PLAY:5].This review will examine the addition of two PLAY:1s to that superb system. The PLAY:1 is the smallest SONOS speaker at (USD) $199.00 /each. They will be au...
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Having tested a sizable sample, I can say that many entry-level wireless speakers deliver surprisingly potent sound-especially given their small footprint. There were differences among the models in this roundup, but overall I'd say that most manufacturer...
Published: 2015-09-04, Author: Harry , review by: makeuseof.com
Abstract: This is a review I didn't want to write. I've been putting it off for the past month. Why? Because the Sonos PLAY:1 is awesome, and once this post goes live, a lucky MakeUseOf reader will win the two I was sent to play with.The PLAY:1 is the entry level m...
Abstract: In this video I show you how to set up the Sonos Play:1 wireless speaker. We unboxed the Sonos Play:1 in our last episode, and setting it up after taking it out of the box is simple when using the free Sonos app for your smartphone or tablet.As we covered...
Published: 2015-07-21, Author: Dave , review by: macobserver.com
Abstract: Speaking of LooksThe Tone's looks don't just stop at the speaker, it's an entirely visual experience starting with the packaging. The one I received to review was black. ALL black. None More Black. So much so that these photos simply needed to be lightene...
