Critics are split: our scores run from 65 (Pcmag) to 90 (Pickr) — a 25-point spread.
Average of 25 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score
Pros
- Great sound quality(33)
- Easy to use(16)
- Lightweight design(10)
- Compact design(7)
- Good value(6)
Cons
- No hdmi connection(23)
- Limited features(8)
- No Dolby Atmos(7)
- High price(5)
- No voice assistant(5)
25 Publication Reviews
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Well designed and next to impossible to fault, the entry-level Sonos Ray is one of the more accessible and expandable soundbars yet.
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The Sonos Ray is a small but fierce soundbar option for smaller spaces, or those looking to slowly build their sound system up with quality pieces.
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The Ray is a compact, high-quality sound upgrade for your TV from Sonos that sounds miles better than most all-in-one soundbar systems at under £300.
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The $279 Ray is the closest thing yet to a Sonos One speaker in soundbar form, and that's high praise.
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Simpler, cheaper and smaller than the other soundbars in the Sonos range, the Sonos Ray is built with one main job in mind: making poor-quality TVs sound better.
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The Sonos Ray is a compact, sleek soundbar that delivers excellent dialogue clarity and good overall sound quality, making it a great choice for smaller TVs or secondary rooms.
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The Sonos Ray offers a lovely design, great sound quality for its size and a range of excellent features for its affordable price.
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The Sonos Ray delivers excellent audio quality and dialog clarity in a compact, stylish design, making it a great entry-level soundbar despite some limitations like the lack of HDMI input and Atmos su...
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The Sonos Ray delivers strong audio performance and smart features at an affordable price, making it an excellent starter soundbar despite lacking some premium features.
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The Sonos Ray is a major sound upgrade compared to the built-in speakers of just about any TV, and gets a massive recommendation on the front.
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Almost three years since its launch, the Sonos Ray remains one of the best budget soundbars available, particularly if crisp and clear dialogue is your priority.
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The Sonos Ray is a compact, minimalist soundbar that delivers surprisingly good sound quality for small spaces, though it lacks some features found in larger models.
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The Sonos Ray is a compact and affordable soundbar that delivers impressive sound quality and easy integration with the Sonos ecosystem, making it a great choice for those looking for a budget-friendl...
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The Sonos Ray is an affordable route into Sonos's multi-room ecosystem, offering clear dialogue and vocals despite its compact size and digital optical-only connection.
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The Sonos Ray is a quality compact soundbar with superb sound quality and lovely design, but its lack of HDMI and Dolby Atmos support, along with remote control limitations, may make it less appealing...
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The Sonos Ray is the company's most affordable soundbar yet and a great entry to its ecosystem.
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The Sonos Ray is an affordable soundbar with excellent vocals and compact design, though it lacks some advanced features like Dolby Atmos and HDMI eARC.
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The Sonos Ray is a compact and easy-to-use soundbar that delivers good sound quality for its size, though it lacks HDMI connectivity and has limited bass response.
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The Sonos Ray is a compact, well-built soundbar with good sound quality, but its lack of HDMI and higher price compared to rivals hold it back.
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The Sonos Ray offers fantastic voice clarity and crisp sound, but this optical-only soundbar isn't without frustrations.
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The Sonos Ray is a wonderful, punchy speaker that sounds brilliant in small spaces.
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The Sonos Ray is a compact soundbar that delivers good sound quality for its size, but its lack of HDMI and Dolby Atmos support may be dealbreakers for some users.
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The Sonos Ray soundbar delivers quality sound but lacks extra features, making it a simple but effective option for those prioritizing audio over connectivity.
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While the Sonos Ray lacks HDMI connectivity, it delivers surprisingly big sound for its compact size and offers excellent vocal clarity, making it a solid starter soundbar despite some limitations.
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