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Updated May 06, 2026 05:23 PM
Tested using Methodology v0.8
Updated May 06, 2026 04:44 PM
Our Verdict
Sonos Move 2
Sonos Play
The Sonos Play is the Sonos Move 2's more portable sibling. Though the two have similar battery life, the Play's lighter design makes it easier to stow in a bag for a weekend trip, and it features a more resilient IP67 rating against dust and water damage. If volume and bass output are the priority, the Move 2 is likely a better option: it can get louder, and there's less compression in the bass range as you crank the volume. Both speakers are excellent choices for home use, with built-in Alexa support and Wi-Fi compatibility. But if you also want to take your speaker on the go, the Play is the better choice.
Variants
- Move 2 (Black)
- Move 2 (Olive)
- Play (Black)
- Play (Black (2-pack))
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Main Differences for
Music
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Music
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Style
Style Photo
RGB Lights
Portability
Dimensions Photo
Volume
Weight
Power Source
One-Hand Carry
Build Quality
Build Quality Photo
Material Quality
Water Resistance
Dust Resistance
Impact Resistance
Floats In Water
Controls
Controls Photo
Controls Photo 2
Ease Of Use
Feedback
Music Play/Pause
Call Answer/End
Volume Up/Down
Track Next/Previous
Microphone On/Off
Additional Controls
In The Box
In The Box Photo
Frequency Response Accuracy
Frequency Response Graph
Slope
Std. Err.
Low-Frequency Extension
High-Frequency Extension
Raw Frequency Response
Raw Frequency Response Graph
Binaural Recording @ 1m
Binaural Recording @ 2m
Soundstage
Directivity Graph
Directivity Index
Stereo
Dynamics
Dynamic Range Compression
SPL @ Max Volume
DRC @ Max Volume
Battery
Battery Life
Charge Time
Power Saving
Charging Port
Battery Powered
Voice Assistant
Alexa
Google Assistant
Speakerphone
Siri
Voice Assistant
Voice Activation
Microphone Mute
Far-Field Performance
Ambient Noise Performance
App
App Picture
Sonos Move 2
Sonos Play
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