The Sonos Roam 2 is the next generation of the handheld Sonos Roam/Roam SL. Not much has changed for this triangular prism of sound, but what Sonos has updated are modest and welcome additions. There's now a dedicated Bluetooth button, so gone are the days of accidentally turning off your Sonos speaker when trying to pair it. Google Assistant has also gone out the door, leaving Amazon Alexa and the manufacturer's own voice assistant to fill the gap. These minor changes show that Sonos doesn't need to reinvent the wheel to make a Bluetooth speaker.
Our Verdict
The Sonos Roam 2 is okay for music. Like its predecessor, it has a room correction feature to help optimize its sound to your room's unique acoustics. Overall, its sound is well-suited for a variety of music as its flat mid-range ensures that vocals and instruments sound clear and natural in mixes. Unfortunately, it struggles to reproduce low bass, so tracks with a prominent bassline feel light on thump and rumble. The companion app has a bass and treble slider to help you adjust its sound.
- Room correction feature available.
- Supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
- Doesn't get very loud and compression at high volumes.
- Lacks low bass.
The Sonos Roam 2 is acceptable for videos and movies. It's not really designed for this purpose, but it can make do if you want to stream video from your phone. Dialogue sounds clear and easy to follow, and latency is somewhat low using iOS devices, so lipsync mismatch is minor. That said, this speaker is quite small and lacks a thumpy low bass. It also can't reach a satisfyingly loud volume to fill up a large room.
- Bass and treble sliders available.
- Room correction feature available.
- Doesn't get very loud and compression at high volumes.
- Lacks low bass.
The Sonos Roam 2 is good for podcasts. Thanks to its small design, this speaker is portable and can be taken from room to room. When it comes to its sound, voices are clear and accurate, making it easy to follow along. You can always adjust its sound using the bass and treble sliders in the app, too. You can only pair this speaker with one audio source at a time.
- Bass and treble sliders available.
- Supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
- Doesn't get very loud and compression at high volumes.
The Sonos Roam 2 is excellent for voice assistant support. You have Amazon Alexa and Sono's own voice assistant built in. The mic can easily capture your voice commands, even if you're somewhat far away. And, if you don't want the speaker listening in on you at all times, there's a mic mute button on-hand.
- Mic mute button available.
- Supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
- Doesn't get very loud and compression at high volumes.
The Sonos Roam 2 is alright for outdoor use. This lightweight speaker is certified IP67 for resistance against dust and water immersion, making it a solid choice for days by the pool or beach. It also supports Bluetooth, so playing audio from your phone is easy. That said, its roughly five-hour continuous battery life is slightly limited for long days outside, and while the speaker's small stature makes it easy to grab and go, it doesn't get loud enough to fill a large space with sound.
- IP57 rating.
- Supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
- Doesn't get very loud and compression at high volumes.
- Five hour continuous battery life.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Sonos Roam 2 comes in several colorways: 'Black,' 'White,' 'Olive,' 'Wave,' and 'Sunset.' We tested the 'Sunset' colorway; you can see our model's label here. If you come across another variant of these headphones, please let us know in the comments.
Popular Speaker Comparisons
The Sonos Roam 2 is a small Bluetooth speaker replacing the Sonos Roam/Roam SL. There have been minor changes overall, but for many, these may not be enough to tip the scales when shopping generations. If you're looking for a design refresh with small quality-of-life updates like a dedicated Bluetooth pairing button and more Sonos ecosystem integration, then the second gen is worth considering, but otherwise, both models offer a comparable performance. That said, if you want something more affordable and don't need all the Sonos-specific extras, the similarly sized JBL Flip 6 offers a more customizable performance and can get louder.
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The Sonos Roam 2 and Sonos Move 2 are both portable speakers, but which is better depends on your needs. If you prioritize a smaller size, the Roam 2 is considerably lighter. However, the Move 2 sounds better and gets louder. It also has more consistent sound across different listening angles. That said, the Roam 2 shares similar functionality as the Move 2 via the app and is easier to pack in a backpack for a hike.
The Sonos Roam 2 is the next generation of the Sonos Roam/Roam SL and, in many ways, is a very similar speaker with a nearly identical look and feel. With the second generation, you get separate Bluetooth and power buttons. While built-in Google Assistant is phased out, it's replaced with a Sonos voice assistant. Other than that, the sound performance is very similar. The second-gen can get a bit louder, but it's still not enough to fill a large room with sound.
The Bose SoundLink Flex and the Sonos Roam 2 are both portable speakers that will appeal to different customers. Both speakers downmix your audio to mono, but the Sonos has much better directivity, so the sound is fairly similar regardless of where you are in relation to it. On the other hand, the Bose produces a bit more bass by default, although you can EQ the Sonos via its companion app, unlike the Bose. But mainly, the Sonos will appeal to people who are already invested in the Sonos ecosystem, especially because the Roam 2 supports the Sonos voice assistant. On the other hand, if you'd prefer to use your device's Siri or Google Assistant, the Bose is the pick for you.
The Sonos Roam 2 and the Beats Pill are both portable, battery-powered speakers and choosing between them mainly comes down to whether you value the Sonos' voice assistant support and ability to fit into an existing Sonos ecosystem. The Sonos features built-in support for both Alexa and Sonos Assistant, which can make it a breeze to input commands with your voice. The Sonos' wi-fi connectivity and companion app make it easy to integrate with other Sonos products too and pair other speakers for a multi-room sound. The Beats comes with a wired audio option though, which lets you connect to a device via USB-C and play audio from high-resolution sources. The Beats also has a slightly longer continuous battery life and a more bass-heavy default sound, though this can't be adjusted in the app, like with the Sonos.
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