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Sonos Beam (2nd gen)

Sonos Beam (2nd gen)
alaScore 96

66 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 66 reviews of Sonos Beam (2nd gen). The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviews about the usability and design are overall positive. The sound and size also get good views. Some have doubts about the connectivity and price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Sonos Beam (2nd gen) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 96/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : David Ludlow (trustedreviews.com)

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) Review

 

With the addition of Dolby Atmos and an updated HDMI eARC port brings the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) bang up to spec.

Clean and balanced sound ; Upgradeable ; Excellent size ; Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant support

HDMI eARC input only ; Limited DTS support

A step up from the previous model, the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) adds an extra dimension to sound, literally, with its clever virtual Dolby Atmos support. Loud, nicely balanced and capable of bringing a cinematic experience, this soundbar is a great addition...

Nov, 2023

Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review

 

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2022 winner. The Beam comes of age with an excellent Dolby Atmos interpretation

Effective handling of Dolby Atmos ; Warm, refined sound ; Streaming smarts

No additional HDMI ports ; Doesn’t support DTS:X

The Beam Gen 2 delivers with a mature and polished sound and effective virtual Atmos performance

Aug, 2023

Expert review by : Olivia Tambini (techradar.com)

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review

 

The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is the perfect soundbar for smaller spaces

Wide soundstage ; Hi-res audio compatibility ; Compact design

Slightly more expensive than the original ; No upfiring tweeters ; TruePlay only works with iOS devices

The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a great upgrade compared to the original soundbar, coming with Dolby Atmos support, HDMI eARC compatibility, and a refreshed design. Although we weren’t entirely convinced by the virtual Atmos on offer, this soundbar sounds...

Dec, 2021

Expert review by : Simon Lucas (t3.com)

Sonos Beam (2nd Gen) review: impressive Dolby Atmos from a cheap soundbar

 

The Sonos Beam 2 offers more deft and refined sound than most affordable soundbars, and now brings the bigger audio of Dolby Atmos

Deft, poised and weighty sound ; Expansive and well-defined presentation ; Good control options and app

No HDMI passthrough ; Not the sonic height you might hope for

The Sonos Beam 2 delivers delivers mild but definite improvements on the (outstanding) product it replaces, with performance that defies its dimensions. It’s not quite as emphatically Dolby Atmos-y as might have been hoped, and the lack of HDMI...

Sep, 2021

Expert review by : Britta O'Boyle (pocket-lint.com)

Sonos Beam (2021, 2nd Gen) review: Compact soundbar delivers plenty of clout

 

Should you upgrade your original Beam? Or should you consider the second-gen Sonos Beam over the excellent-but-pricier Sonos Arc?

Compact size and excellent sound ; Multiple voice assistants supported ; Virtual Dolby Atmos support enhances immersion ; Adds HDMI eARC for easier setup

Not as good when at lower volumes ; More expensive than original ; Adding additional speakers for true surround is pricey

Although a moderate upgrade from the original - unless Virtual Dolby Atmos is very important to you - the second-gen Beam is an excellent compact soundbar that'll not only boost your TV viewing, but make your home smarter thanks to smart assistant...

Sep, 2021

Expert review by : Matt Tate (stuff.tv)

Sonos Beam Gen 2 review: still one of the best

 

This updated soundbar adds Dolby Atmos to an already great audio package. The Sonos Beam 2 isn't the last word in connectivity, though.

Atmos works better than you’d expect ; Compact, stylish design ; Alexa and Google Assistant well implemented ; Easy to use

Only one HDMI port ; No HDMI passthrough

The addition of Dolby Atmos makes Sonos’ already excellent compact soundbar even better

Jul, 2024

Expert review by : George Storr (RadioTimes.com)

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review

 

The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is the latest high-quality soundbar from renowned audio brand, Sonos. It offers fantastic sound quality and interesting functionality, but comes with an understandably hefty price tag.

Fantastic sound quality ; Good for multi-room set ups ; Subtle and appealing design ; Relatively compact form-factor

Set-up a little complex compared to some alternatives ; Only one HDMI port ; Lacks the upfiring speakers of the more expensive Arc

Ultimately, sound quality is the foremost concern for anyone buying a Sonos soundbar, and this new Beam delivers. It's immensely listenable, creating an immersive soundstage for music-lovers, or giving films and TV a real boost with a kick of...

Dec, 2021

Expert review by : Alfred Siew (techgoondu.com)

Goondu review: Sonos Beam (Gen 2) soundbar follows a winning formula - Techgoondu

 

The S$799 sticker price is a bit steep, but the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) will be a great soundbar for movie nights at home.

Nov, 2021

Expert review by : Simon Cohen (digitaltrends.com)

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review: Improved immersion with Dolby Atmos

 

The original Sonos Beam was a nearly perfect small-size soundbar for bedrooms. With the addition of Dolby Atmos, the Gen 2 model is even better.

“Dolby Atmos adds a splash of 3D fun to an already excellent soundbar.”

Sep, 2021

Expert review by : Will Greenwald (pcmag.com)

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) Review

 

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.

Oct, 2021

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