Testseek.com have collected 124 expert reviews of the Sonos Play:3 bluetooth portable speaker and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sonos Play:3 bluetooth portable speaker.
August 2011
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Solid Construction. Perfect for the more fashionably inclined. Exhibits strong highs and mids with an overall balanced output. A variety of fittings are included for those with the biggest to the smallest ear canal. Excellent sound isolation. Lots of sp
This is one of the best sounding speakers in our review
Insane amount of music options
Very affordable for Sonos
Wireless is an option
Free app makes control easy and portable
Two boxes make a nice (and loud) "stereo pair"
Strong audio performance
Can be paired with a second unit to make a stereo pair
Switches to mono output automatically when in vertical orientation
Rocksolid performance
Best user experience in the business
And Bluray quality downloads
Nicely balanced sound
* Easy to set up
* Reasonably affordable way to start with Sonos
* Plenty loud
* Stereo or mono depending on orientation
* Portable
* Can create stereo pair
Ultra easy to setup and use – iPhone app is intuitive
Easily add music to any room without the wires
Great sound quality for their size
Painless to set upGood sound qualityPlenty of content sources
You can control the Sonos Play
3 single-speaker streaming-audio system from any iPhone
IPod Touch
IPad
Or Android smartphone using a free app. It offers good sound
Its compact
Elegant design cuts down on cord clutter
And it can stream Internet-based
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And it has been expanded and updated to reflect Sonos' newly gained ability to stream music directly from a mobile device
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Wireless speakers
Huge
Room-filling sound
Small footprint
Highly enjoyable sound with all kinds of music
Multi-room setup is remarkably simple
Sonos controller app a joy to use
Solid
Inert construction
Small powerful speaker
Wireless convenience
Really can stream “any song on Earth”
Excellent sound
Easy to connect/control multiple speakers
The editors didn't like
Those who thirst for bass might want to look elsewhere. Sport Hooks might not work to well for those with smaller ears. At extremely high bitrates – there was some slight distortion
It doesn't have any other connectivity other than Wi-Fi
Sound gets distorted at high volumes
No option to hook to a larger AV setup
Needs hardwired connection or $50 more for wireless
No aux input for direct listening from a mobile device
Needs the Sonos Bridge to function wirelessly (not included)
Sonos Desktop Controller does not automatically update your music library
You need the disc vault to store your Blurays
The system is expensive
And the Kscape doesn't support HD music files (yet)
Requires at least one Sonos unit connected to router via ethernet
Price when rated
$299
Don't deliver room shaking bass
$300 a speaker
Still need to buy a box to connect them to your home's wireless network
Frustrating software controlsSlightly priceyMuddy bass at top volumes
The Play
3 has almost no stereo separation and doesn't offer the detail and clarity of the step-up Play
5. Also
While it can wirelessly interact with other Sonos products
You'll need a hard-wired connection or the $49 wireless Sonos Bridge accessory if
Unlike the Play
5
No standard inputs. Requires the Sonos Bridge or a direct Ethernet connection to your router. Bass could be more refined
Mids can sound a little distorted
No standard speaker inputs
I.e. only compatible with other Sonos gear
Sonos' cheapest all-in-one speaker at $299 is still pricey
$49 Bridge or no $49 Bridge
That's the question
No line-in or headphone jacks like the bigger Play
Excellent sound, easy to connect/control multiple speakers,
Expensive, no simple Bluetooth connection
The Sonos PLAY3 is a great starting point if you're looking to build a multi-room, multi-speaker system. However, The lack of Bluetooth is limiting, and if you just want to have one speaker to rule them all, we'd recommend the Bose SoundTouch 20.Other Ver...
This is one of the best sounding speakers in our review
It doesn't have any other connectivity other than Wi-Fi
The sound quality of the PLAY:3 competes with the best speakers in our comparison, but the lack of connectivity options couldn't be more disappointing. Its audio clarity is almost unmatched, but its Wi-Fi only connectivity is frustrating to say the least...
Published: 2015-05-29, Author: Twitter
Terry , review by: wegotserved.com
The SONOS Home Theater setup isn't the cheapest around, nor is it likely to be the best. But if you're seeking a wireless 5.1 home theater setup that's incredibly simple to set up, with gorgeous, well-balanced sound, fabulous aesthetics and – let's...
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Published: 2014-08-29, Author: Matt , review by: tuaw.com
Abstract: A little while ago I reviewed the Sonos Play:1 speaker . I was thrilled with how the speaker packed a real punch in sound, performance and design. Over the last few weeks I've had the addition of the the Sonos Play:3 (US$299) and Play:5 (US$399) to add to...
Abstract: The Sonos music system, is one that helps you create a wireless music stage in your home. the beauty of Sonos with the PLAY 3 is that you can have your music anywhere you want in your home; from the kitchen to the living room to the balcony. The PLAY:3 us...
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Unlike the Play:5, no standard inputs. Requires the Sonos Bridge or a direct Ethernet connection to your router. Bass could be more refined
Abstract: What better way to kick off our first review of the new year than with something from Sonos. Under our microscope is the Sonos Play: 3 wireless Hi-Fi speaker. Sonos prides themselves on providing a high-quality audio experience as the Play:3 is th...
Published: 2012-11-20, Author: Oliver , review by: Digitaltrends.com
Huge, room-filling sound, small footprint, Highly enjoyable sound with all kinds of music, Multi-room setup is remarkably simple, Sonos controller app a joy to use, Solid, inert construction
Mids can sound a little distorted, No standard speaker inputs, i.e. only compatible with other Sonos gear
Sonos has a real winner on its hands with the Play:3. Its blend of excellent sound, smart style, dependable operation and ease of use makes it a standout performer in the world of wireless audio. And considering just how much you get for your money, the...
Rocksolid performance, best user experience in the business, and Bluray quality downloads
You need the disc vault to store your Blurays, the system is expensive, and the Kscape doesn't support HD music files (yet)
The Sonos system is easy to recommend to anyone looking for an easy to use multi-room system. What sets the Sonos apart is its ease of use. There are other systems that have similar or even better specifications, but fail to provide the intuitive, ease of...
