# Sonos Move 2

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/sonos-move-2-portable-bluetooth-speakers
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/portable-bluetooth-speakers
- Placement: #13 of 13 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers, F tier
- Brand: Sonos
- LP on this board: 172
- Last researched: 2026-08-18T08:14:30.236Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
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## Verdict

Sounds better than several picks above it, but the weight, app dependency, IP56 rating, and mail-in battery service make ownership a chore. Buy the Bose SoundLink Max.

## For

- Sounds genuinely good

## Against

- Premium-priced and weighs 3 kg - a home speaker with a handle
- Same Sonos app dependency that bit Roam owners
- Battery technically replaceable only via mail-in service
- IP56 rating below every cheaper rival in the category
- Treats Bluetooth as a second-class citizen next to Wi-Fi

## Flagged as one to avoid

This product entered 2 of 5 runs as one buyers cross-shop but should not buy, rather than as a pick. It is published here rather than dropped.

## Evidence

Consolidated from 92 cited sources across 67 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Kunal Ganglani | Kunal Ganglani | B | https://www.kunalganglani.com/blog/sonos-move-2-review-worth-it | fetched and confirmed |
| r/sonos | u/Ok-Rest-4276 | B | https://www.reddit.com/r/sonos/comments/1t79k5d/move_2_worth_it/ | fetched and confirmed |
| r/sonos | reddit.com | C | https://www.reddit.com/r/sonos/comments/1tcnhy4/is_the_move_2_worth_it/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | Mickey Dooe | C | https://www.facebook.com/groups/sonosusersgroup/posts/2236777820465360/ | fetched and confirmed |
| r/sonos | u/bastard_child_botbot | - | https://www.reddit.com/r/sonos/comments/1s38siz/sonos_play_vs_move_2/ | fetched and confirmed |
| SoundGuys | Dave Carr | C | https://www.soundguys.com/sonos-play-vs-move-2-which-portable-sonos-speaker-should-you-buy-155640/ | fetched and confirmed |
| the Guardian | theguardian.com | B | https://www.theguardian.com/thefilter-us/2026/apr/09/sonos-portable-speaker-review | fetched and confirmed |
| World Wide Stereo | Brian Sowden | B | https://www.worldwidestereo.com/blogs/guides/review-sonos-move-2-portable-smart-speaker-with-24-hour-battery-life-bluetooth-and-wi-fi?srsltid | fetched and confirmed |
| Audio Science Review (ASR) Forum | TomLynas | C | https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/sonos-move-2.71687/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Gizmodo | Zainab Falak | B | https://gizmodo.com/amazon-gives-the-sonos-move-2-one-last-record-low-run-to-clear-out-its-best-selling-speaker-before-prime-day-2000767238 | fetched and confirmed |
| Trusted Reviews | Jessica Gorringe | C | https://www.trustedreviews.com/versus/sonos-play-vs-sonos-move-2 | fetched and confirmed |
| ZDNET | Jada Jones | C | https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/home-entertainment/sonos-play-vs-sonos-move-2/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Bhphotovideo | bhphotovideo.com | B | https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/pro-audio/hands-on-review/hands-on-review-sonos-play | fetched and confirmed |
| Gearpatrol | gearpatrol.com | - | https://www.gearpatrol.com/audio/sonos-play-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Goose's Guide | Goose | B | https://www.goosesguide.com/electronics/sonos-move-2-a-nice-upgrade-that-completes-my-setup/ | fetched and confirmed |
| GadgetsFind | GadgetsFind | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gj2dRe3EStk | fetched and confirmed |
| Critical Tech | Critical Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BeMAIud9KA | fetched and confirmed |
| Trunetto | Trunetto | D | https://www.trunetto.com/troubleshooting/smart-speakers/sonos | fetched and confirmed |
| WIRED | Ryan Waniata | - | https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-sonos-speakers-buying-guide/ | fetched and confirmed |
| the Guardian | theguardian.com | B | https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/apr/20/sonos-play-review-portable-speaker | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Finds And Reviews | Tech Finds And Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PLoHT3L0jg | fetched and confirmed |
| Wireless Portable Bluetooth... | - | C | https://www.facebook.com/61565592581316/posts/sonos-move-2-wireless-portable-bluetooth-speaker-review-the-sonos-move-2-deliver/122184924776519752/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Smart Home Sounds | Elliott Peeters-Vanstone | B | https://www.smarthomesounds.co.uk/blog/faqs/best-sonos-outdoor-set-ups | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | Eric Kung | C | https://www.facebook.com/groups/sonosusersgroup/posts/2071873600289117/ | fetched and confirmed |
| SoundGuys | Jasper Lastoria | C | https://www.soundguys.com/sonos-move-2-review-102932/ | fetched and confirmed |
| TechGearLab | Elizabeth White | C | https://www.techgearlab.com/reviews/audio/bluetooth-speaker/sonos-move-2 | fetched and confirmed |
| gogemio | Riley Quinn | B | https://gogemio.com/sonos-move-vs-move-2-pick-the-right-speaker/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Gizmodo | Jason Coles | B | https://gizmodo.com/sonos-goes-big-on-the-move-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker-dropping-it-to-its-lowest-price-on-amazon-2000796419 | fetched and confirmed |
| Kotaku | Brittany Vincent | B | https://kotaku.com/sonos-move-2-bluetooth-speaker-hits-its-lowest-price-just-in-time-for-amazons-early-spring-sale-2000679750 | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | - | B | https://www.facebook.com/handh.lifestyles/posts/new-to-sonos-start-with-the-move-2-its-the-perfect-intro-and-when-youre-ready-to/1550694060086794/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Notebookcheck | Habeeb Onawole | B | https://www.notebookcheck.net/Sonos-Move-2-drops-to-399-100-off-ahead-of-the-release-of-the-cheaper-Play-speaker.1253327.0.html | fetched and confirmed |
| Samsclub.com | Jim | A | https://www.samsclub.com/ip/sonos-move-2/17267609246 | fetched and confirmed |
| CNET | Aashna Gheewalla | B | https://www.cnet.com/deals/amazon-deals-of-the-day-3-16-26/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Instagram | - | B | https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTIiQq7iExo/?hl=en | fetched and confirmed |
| Wireless Portable Bluetooth... | - | C | https://www.facebook.com/61565592581316/posts/sonos-move-2-wireless-portable-bluetooth-speaker-review-the-sonos-move-2-deliver/122187795086519752/ | fetched and confirmed |
| TechRadar | techradar.com | B | https://www.techradar.com/audio/multi-room/sonos-play-era-100-ceo-tom-conrad-interview | fetched and confirmed |
| Gino Tech Reviews | Gino Tech Reviews | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2uAuVp3Ai0 | fetched and confirmed |
| Eric Welander | blasreyes4499 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YY5e4OSINvA#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Smart Home Sounds | mrguru091 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyhUDYKHtg8#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Audio Advice | taylorrasmus1905 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bssS5T22tL4#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Spurt | Tech Spurt | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruNxgqzoM_Y | fetched and confirmed |
| EvoGrid | EvoGrid | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZI61BECT_Y | fetched and confirmed |
| Walts TV | Walts TV | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWpbKxC1I6o | fetched and confirmed |
| 6 Months Later | 6 Months Later | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayokwHAdG9s | fetched and confirmed |
| Aaron X Loud and Wireless | Aaron X Loud and Wireless | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeDiCLypppI | fetched and confirmed |
| OASTHAR | OASTHAR | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pI2n0d0p3k | fetched and confirmed |
| Abt Electronics | Abt Electronics | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHus8h_A5Iw | fetched and confirmed |
| Erin Lawrence | Erin Lawrence | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duP8NrHFl7E | fetched and confirmed |
| Tay | Tay | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0v4p2Ev2yNw | fetched and confirmed |
| TechTopiaX | TechTopiaX | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnbM1rSJZZY | fetched and confirmed |
| Audio Zone | Audio Zone | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyTwn4RfKHs | fetched and confirmed |
| Audio Advice | Audio Advice | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bssS5T22tL4 | fetched and confirmed |
| World Wide Stereo | World Wide Stereo | - | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alYB__A75Qw | fetched and confirmed |
| Stephen Robles | Stephen Robles | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtQcJjioJY8 | fetched and confirmed |
| Adam Lobo TV | Adam Lobo TV | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tbq0lJw8yCE | fetched and confirmed |
| Value Vault | Value Vault | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhihkYOni0Q | fetched and confirmed |
| GRAMOPHONE | GRAMOPHONE | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG_nuzuF87Q | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech doc | Tech doc | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPtIu1QL1mA | fetched and confirmed |
| Rad Reviews | Rad Reviews | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86_74lWWBnI | fetched and confirmed |
| Chris Stead | Chris Stead | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Np0DHBqzmGI | fetched and confirmed |
| Buy Easy | Buy Easy | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53YmrU7pj14 | fetched and confirmed |
| ThisisHazno | ThisisHazno | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNBPO0Ni9Qs | fetched and confirmed |
| Best Tech Review | Best Tech Review | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TTPOs7J6-o | fetched and confirmed |
| Peter Pee | Peter Pee | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5yc0jrllwQ | fetched and confirmed |
| creatifytech | creatifytech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NH1zY_PiJik | fetched and confirmed |
| MinistryTech | MinistryTech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeJwNQBwcxA | fetched and confirmed |
| Dakshina Kali | Dakshina Kali | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iazh5JZjh1c | fetched and confirmed |
| Legendary Tech | Legendary Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8-2b9O634E | fetched and confirmed |
| VixoByteMaili Reviews | VixoByteMaili Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ay0MDIEs4x8 | fetched and confirmed |
| kparr5 | kparr5 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyuoD5FOMR8 | fetched and confirmed |
| Brutal Reviews | Brutal Reviews | D | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61vgIxJu1F8 | fetched and confirmed |
| GadgetsFind | GadgetsFind | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMxzAJacwVk | fetched and confirmed |
| pistachioo | pistachioo | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=To4V8yj9nq8 | fetched and confirmed |
| Techno Gaming | Techno Gaming | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GzFIlkDBF1g | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Trends Hub | Tech Trends Hub | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=js6L1z05FHo | fetched and confirmed |
| Chris Stead | Chris Stead | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CeymtzDXztE&vl=en | fetched and confirmed |
| OASTHAR | OASTHAR | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pI2n0d0p3k&vl=en | fetched and confirmed |
| 6 Months Later | kevinranders | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0w6QOnibKUo#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Mark Ellis Reviews | skyberk682 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTovTFPYA4c#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Spurt | brianturbo | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruNxgqzoM_Y#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Digital Trends | - | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOTTzMG9D4Q#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Aaron X Loud and Wireless | NatsFan18 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeDiCLypppI#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Sonos | OnlineMD | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAIhnSx-dtQ#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Gino Tech Reviews | LTKing2013 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2uAuVp3Ai0#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Erin Lawrence | weekendwarrior8334 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duP8NrHFl7E#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Tay | BobbyBass-x6i | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0v4p2Ev2yNw#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Sonos | CdesignProponentsist2005 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayokb09dy7Y#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Adam Lobo TV | bockersjv | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tbq0lJw8yCE#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Peter Pee | benjaminfajardo9469 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlz9JCn51hI#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Peter Pee | RecenterTheRight | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5yc0jrllwQ#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| David Susilo Unscripted | skyberk682 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8c_FQPEjJs#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| 6 Months Later | 6 Months Later | - | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0w6QOnibKUo | fetched and confirmed |

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| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | JBL Charge 6 | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/jbl-charge-6 |
| 2 | JBL Flip 7 | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/jbl-flip-7 |
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| 5 | JBL Go 5 | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/jbl-go-5 |
| 8 | Tribit StormBox Micro 2 | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-2 |
| 9 | Anker Soundcore Motion 300 | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/anker-soundcore-motion-300 |
| 10 | Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/harman-kardon-go-play-3 |
| 11 | Sonos Roam 2 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/sonos-roam-2 |
| 12 | Marshall Emberton III | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/marshall-emberton-iii |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/portable-bluetooth-speakers.

## What this tier means

- F: Avoid. The evidence points you elsewhere.

## How to read this

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