Sonos Beam (2nd gen)

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

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.

Wider, more expansive sound ; HDMI eARC brings better performance ; Sleeker design than first Beam

No up-facing Atmos speakers ; Doesn’t have automatic Trueplay ; Same acoustic architecture as prior model

Sonos’ addition of Dolby Atmos to the second-generation Beam doesn’t magically turn it into some mind-blowing $450 soundbar. But it’s still a very good one made better by the new virtualization upgrades and its seamless integration with your other...

Dolby Atmos support adds extra sense of audio height ; Wider, more immersive soundstage ; Easy setup and minimal footprint in your room ; Sonos' multi-room support still can't be beat

$449 price tag makes it an expensive soundbar ; Falls short of the full Dolby Atmos experience ; No Bluetooth or auto Trueplay tuning

Dolby Atmos support. Bass and treble adjustments. Room correction feature (iOS only). Dialogue enhancement feature.

Doesn't get very loud. Lacks low-bass. No graphic EQ.

The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is satisfactory for mixed usage. This 5.0 setup comes with a Trueplay room correction feature that lets iOS users optimize audio reproduction based on their room's acoustics. It supports Dolby Atmos content, and it has a wide,...

Compact size ; Easy setup ; Excellent sound quality with Dolby Atmos ; Fantastic wireless connectivity with other Sonos speakers ; It can double as a smart speaker

Large rooms are challenging for the speaker ; Trueplay feature locked to iOS ; Pricey ; You can't have two voice assistants at the same time

The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a fantastic soundbar that is an instant upgrade for most home theaters. It has a wider sound stage than you may anticipate, given the device's size, and the quality of sound and depth of the bass is also impressive. However,...

Both the original Sonos Beam and the company's new Beam Gen 2 soundbar use beamforming, a technology that combines an array of drivers with advanced signal processing, to create an enveloping audio experience without need for multiple speakers. With...

Same clear, natural sound as its predecessor, but expanded with Dolby Atmos, which gives more of an impression of grandeur in the soundscape.

Mangler lidt kraft helt på egen hånd. Trådløs subwoofer medfører en kraftig prisstigning.

The latest version of the Sonos Beam is just as compact as its predecessor, but provides an even bigger soundscape thanks to smarter speaker setup and a more powerful processor. And not least because it now supports Dolby Atmos, which gives a better...

Impressive sound for its size 3D audio with support for Dolby Atmos Reliable TruePlay tuning Best option for 55-inch and smaller TVs

More expensive than Beam (Gen 1) Some new formats not available at launch

The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) soundbar delivers sophisticated sound in a small package. A bounty of smart features and listening options make the new Beam an attractive follow-up to the original.