Sonos · Updated June 2026
Sonos Move 2: price, specs & release date
Sonos Move 2, released 2023-09. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: sonos.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
- Best for Long real-world battery life; the 24-hour claim holds up; Deep Sonos ecosystem: Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, multi-room.
- Skip if Very high price; weak value vs Sonos Era 100/300 is a dealbreaker.
Is the Sonos Move 2 a good buy?
At $499, the Sonos Move 2 is the most expensive of the 12 smart speakers we track, where the median is $160. By release date, it is among the newer of the 12 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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- Outlets on record2 tested · 2 mention-only
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Two independent labs measured this product across 1 physical metric — battery. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Sonos Move 2
Four whitelisted reviewers (SoundGuys, What Hi-Fi, TechRadar, Engadget) covered the Sonos Move 2; RTINGS' JS-only page was excluded. Every quote and measured value below was confirmed against the source text. Consensus: a genuinely long 24-hour battery that holds up in testing and a deep Sonos ecosystem, with clear, well-balanced sound praised by three of four (SoundGuys was cooler, calling it 'boxy' and only 'pretty good'). Shared criticisms: too heavy (3kg / 6.6lb) to be truly 'portable', weak stereo separation, and a high price that undercuts value against Sonos' own Era 100/300.
Based on 4 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2023-09-18–2025-09-24
Tested by TechRadar, Engadget, What Hi-Fi, SoundGuys
Consistently praised
- Long real-world battery life; the 24-hour claim holds up · 4 sources
- Deep Sonos ecosystem: Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, multi-room · 4 sources
- Clear, well-balanced, detailed sound · 3 sources
- Loud with plenty of headroom for outdoor/party use · 3 sources
Commonly flagged
- Very high price; weak value vs Sonos Era 100/300 · 4 sources
- Too big and heavy (3kg / 6.6lb) to be truly portable · 4 sources
- Stereo separation is weak/ineffective · 3 sources
- No hi-res support / limited Bluetooth codecs (SBC/AAC only) · 2 sources
Where reviewers disagree Testers split on whether the sound justifies the price: What Hi-Fi says rivals (Dali Katch G2) and Sonos' own Era 300 sound more nuanced and recommends buying those instead, while TechRadar and Engadget still endorse the Move 2 for buyers who specifically need its portability-plus-power combo.
The sources (4)
Battery drain, Wi-Fi/AirPlay 2 at ~25% volume: ~4% per hour · Battery drain, idle over 24 hours: ~20%
It sounds great, with depth, poise and detail to please picky listeners, as well as being fun and loud enough for parties.
A 24 hour battery life is excellent from a Bluetooth speaker, and it has no trouble achieving it.
you can buy speakers that sound the same for around half the price, or that sound even better for the same price.
Battery, continuous Wi-Fi playback: 22h 50min elapsed with 46% remaining
It's a clear, well-balanced speaker that faithfully reproduces sound across all ranges of the spectrum.
it's nothing like the stereo separation you get from a pair of speakers
I am disappointed to see Sonos raise the price yet again on one of its products
the longer battery life and more mature and clearer sound make the Move 2 a compelling case
the Move 2 sounds a touch bass-heavy with its emphasis on boldness and punch.
That high price tag is what will deter many
the sound is pretty good, for the kind of speaker it is, at safe volumes.
The Move 2 doesn’t quite reach party volume without compromising the sound quality.
While technically portable, the Sonos Move 2 is probably not your first choice for taking on the go, despite the IP56 rating.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $499 — current on record (was $449) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sonos |
| Released | 2023-09 |
| Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control |
| Drivers | 2x tweeters (stereo), 1x midwoofer, 3 class-D amplifiers |
| Smart home hub | — |
| Audio calibration | Yes |
| Aux or line out | USB-C line-in (via optional adapter) |
| Dimensions (in) | 9.49 x 6.30 x 5.00 |
| Multiroom | Yes |
Source: sonos.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by soundguys.com. Dimensions (241 x 160 x 127 mm = 9.49 x 6.30 x 5.00 in), weight 3 kg (6.61 lbs), dual tweeters for stereo + midwoofer, 3 class-D amplifiers, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, IP56 water/dust resistance, 24-hour battery life, USB-C charging, Trueplay automatic tuning, AirPlay 2, Amazon Alexa + Sonos Voice Control confirmed from SoundGuys and TechRadar. $449 US launch MSRP confirmed. Release September 20, 2023. Portable with battery — only smart speaker in this list with battery + IP56. Trueplay = audio_calibration true.
Is the Sonos Move 2 worth it vs cheaper smart speakers?
Sonos Move 2 against its closest cheaper and pricier smart speakers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 12 ranked
| Product | Price | Assistant | Drivers | Audio calibration | Aux or line out | Dimensions (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonos Move 2 this | $499 | Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control | 2x tweeters (stereo), 1x midwoofer, 3 class-D amplifiers | Yes | USB-C line-in (via optional adapter) | 9.49 x 6.30 x 5.00 |
| Sonos Era 300 | $449 | Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control | 4x tweeters (forward-firing mid tweeter, 2 side-firing, 1 upward-firing for Dolby Atmos), 2x angled woofers (6 class-D amplifiers total) | Yes | USB-C line-in (via optional Line-In Adapter, $19) | 7.28 x 10.24 x 6.30 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Sonos Move 2?
Four whitelisted reviewers (SoundGuys, What Hi-Fi, TechRadar, Engadget) covered the Sonos Move 2; RTINGS' JS-only page was excluded. Every quote and measured value below was confirmed against the source text. Consensus: a genuinely long 24-hour battery that holds up in testing and a deep Sonos ecosystem, with clear, well-balanced sound praised by three of four (SoundGuys was cooler, calling it 'boxy' and only 'pretty good'). Shared criticisms: too heavy (3kg / 6.6lb) to be truly 'portable', weak stereo separation, and a high price that undercuts value against Sonos' own Era 100/300. Praised: Clear, well-balanced, detailed sound; Long real-world battery life; the 24-hour claim holds up; Deep Sonos ecosystem: Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, multi-room; Loud with plenty of headroom for outdoor/party use. Flagged: Very high price; weak value vs Sonos Era 100/300; Too big and heavy (3kg / 6.6lb) to be truly portable; Stereo separation is weak/ineffective; No hi-res support / limited Bluetooth codecs (SBC/AAC only). (From 4 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Sonos Move 2 cost?
The Sonos Move 2 has a US price of $499, as of 2026-06-27.
How does the Sonos Move 2 compare on price?
At $499, the Sonos Move 2 is the most expensive of the 12 smart speakers we track, where the median is $160.
When was the Sonos Move 2 released?
The Sonos Move 2 was released 2023-09.
What are the Sonos Move 2's key specs?
Sonos Move 2 (Sonos): assistant Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control, drivers 2x tweeters (stereo), 1x midwoofer, 3 class-D amplifiers, audio calibration Yes, aux or line out USB-C line-in (via optional adapter), dimensions in 9.49 x 6.30 x 5.00. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $499 at sonos.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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