Sonos Play 3

4697 reviews

Apr, 2024

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price (251)
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alaTest has collected and analyzed 4697 reviews of Sonos Play 3. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the bass quality and design. The size and sound are also mentioned favorably, but some have doubts about the connectivity and price. There are some mixed reviews about the mids quality and reliability.

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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 Play 3 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sonos Play 3

alaTest has collected and analyzed 189 user reviews of Sonos Play 3 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Opinions about the usability and sound are overall positive, but there are some critical reviews about the price.

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89% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Sonos Play 3

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2055 user reviews of Sonos Play 3 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Views about the bass quality and design are generally positive. The size and sound also get good comments. Many are less positive about the connectivity and price, while opinions about the mids quality and reliability are different.

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88% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.ca review summary for Sonos Play 3

alaTest has collected and analyzed 23 user reviews of Sonos Play 3 from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.ca.

96% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by (engadget.com)

Sonos Play:3 review

Sonos may not inspire the sort of high-end audio lust that a company like Polk can, but it doesn't draw the ire of serious audiophiles the way Bose does either...

Aug, 2011

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Expert review by (engadget.com)

Review: Sonos Play:3 speaker system

Sonos was nice enough to loan me the new Play:3 wireless speaker system that I mentioned earlier this week, and now I've had a chance to listen. It's good. V...

Jul, 2011

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Sonos Play:3 review: Sonos Play:3

Sonos Play:3

You can control the ; 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 radio...

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...

While it doesn't sound quite as good as the larger Play:5, the Sonos Play:3 delivers a superior streaming-audio experience that you can control from any iOS device or Android smartphone.

Mar, 2013

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Expert review by : Bryan Gardiner (wired.com)

Review: Sonos Play:3

If there was anything holding the Sonos back, it's been the fairly steep price of admission. But the Play:3 speaker lowers the cost of entry...

Unlike the Play:5, no standard inputs. Requires the Sonos Bridge or a direct Ethernet connection to your router. Bass could be more refined

Jan, 2013

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Expert review by : Thomas Ricker (theverge.com)

Sonos Play:3 review

Small powerful speaker ; Wireless convenience ; Really can stream “any song on Earth”

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:5

Wireless Hi-Fi takes on AirPlay

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Sonos Play:3

The Sonos Play:3 sounds fantastic and is finally affordable, but the omission of an aux input or the ability to dock or stream directly from a phone or iPod make the system less versatile than other wireless audio options.

Strong audio performance. Can be paired with a second unit to make a stereo pair. Switches to mono output automatically when in vertical orientation.

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.

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Aug, 2011

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Sonos Play:3 review

Following the success of its Play:5 networked speaker--formerly known as the S5--Sonos has added a smaller, less expensive speaker to its lineup, the Play:3. At $299, it's the most affordable Sonos streaming-audio component to date.

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...

While it doesn't sound quite as good as the larger Play:5, the Sonos Play:3 delivers a superior streaming-audio experience that you can control from any iOS device or Android smartphone.

Aug, 2011

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Expert review by (europeanconsumerschoice.org)

Sonos Play:3

Get ready for some floorboard rattling, heart thumping HiFi sound. In the kitchen.

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Expert review by : Max Mutter Steven Tata (techgearlab.com)

Sonos PLAY:3 Review

The Sonos PLAY:3 was discontinued in October of 2018. For an up to date selection of home wireless speakers check out our main review. The Sonos PLAY:3...

The 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 .

Feb, 2018

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Expert review by : Brian Kahn (hometheaterreview.com)

Sonos Play:3 Wireless HiFi System

If you want multi-room audio but don't want the expense or complications of a custom install, the Sonos Play:3 wireless HiFi system offers an easy-to-use alternative. But are you trading convenience for quality?

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...

Sep, 2012

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