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
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2774 Reviews
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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
Abstract: Flexson, a company specialising in Sonos accessories, has introduced ColourPlay to the UK, a simple way to change the colour schemes of Sonos speakers and other kit to spruce them up or match your home. With the Sonos Play:1 being a massive success story...
Abstract: Sonos has been one of the top dogs in wireless audio for some time, where its stylish Play:3 and Play:5 speakers lend themselves perfectly to multiroom use. The beauty of Sonos's proprietary system is that you can have as many speakers as you like running...
Abstract: I first saw some Sonos speakers around eight years ago, great sound but very expensive and only at that time for Apple. Over the years they have become more affordable and now useable with Apple, PC, Android and IOS....
Abstract: The Play:1 Sonos system has an undeniably classy design with a premium price to match - but it's worth it. The hifi sound quality and performance of the speaker system allows for minimal distortionfrom a small unit, even at load volumes. Premium speake...
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Published: 2013-12-03, Author: Dave , review by: dailystar.co.uk
Abstract: The Sonos Play:1 is great mini speaker at an affordable price [SONOS]If you want your house bellowing out the latest tunes, the ultimate option is a wireless sound system.Sonos has been a market leader in this music technology for more than ten years, and...
Play:1 has left us very impressed. It's well built, sounds great and is simple and easy to use.The modularity of the system means you can start with one single unit and then build on things should you so desire. The only major issue we have is that there'...
At £169 the Play:1 is compact, versatile and smashes the price barrier to the world of Sonos which previously existed. Amazingly, this speaker retains the excellent build quality and sound quality with which we've come to expect.Tags:Smart Home,Audio,Gadg...
Clean, smooth upper register, Good detail and dynamic expression, Packed to the gills in features, Excellent wireless signal, Solid bass response for the size
Mono speaker can lose fidelity, Midrange a tad cloudy
With versatility, solid performance, clean aesthetic design, and a plethora of available features, the Sonos Play:1 serves up an impressive array of talents. While we've heard better options for hi-fidelity in the $400 wireless range, a pair of these sp...
The Sonos Play:1 is the most affordable, functional wireless multi-room speaker we've seen yet, and Sonos' legacy makes it a breeze to set up....
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Published: 2013-10-15, Author: Stuart , review by: pocket-lint.com
Good sound, multi-room support, easy setup, lots of options for streaming services, app for smartphone and tablet
Single unit means mono output, you'll want a smartphone or a tablet and a streaming service subscription to get the most out of it
When we reviewed the Sonos Play:3 in July 2011 we said that it sounded great, was easy to setup, and will happily sit in you kitchen or on your bedside table replacing that digital radio that doesn't do anything apart from play what's being broadcas...
