Sonos · Updated June 2026
Sonos Ray: price, specs & release date
Sonos Ray, released 2022-06. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: sonos.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
- Best for Very clear, intelligible dialogue; Capable bass for a compact budget soundbar.
- Skip if No HDMI support (optical only) and no Dolby Atmos is a dealbreaker.
Is the Sonos Ray a good buy?
At $279, the Sonos Ray is the cheapest of the 17 soundbars we track, where the median is $999.
Evidence of Record
Our dataNo independent lab has measured this product yet. 1 outlet has it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Sonos Ray
Only one whitelisted tester survived verification: Engadget (hands-on, not lab-measured). All three quoted sentences were re-confirmed verbatim on the page. Engadget praises exceptionally clear dialogue and surprising bass for the size, but flags cost-cutting (optical-only, no HDMI, no Dolby Atmos) plus needing volume above ~50% and a limited soundstage. RTINGS, TechRadar and Tom's Guide pages returned no usable review-body text and were excluded, so this consensus rests on a single source.
Based on 1 review · 2022-05-31
Tested by Engadget
Consistently praised
- Very clear, intelligible dialogue
- Capable bass for a compact budget soundbar
Commonly flagged
- No HDMI support (optical only) and no Dolby Atmos
- Needs volume above ~50% and soundstage width is limited
Where reviewers disagree No cross-source disagreement could be established: only one source (Engadget) was verifiable with copyable text. Whitelisted RTINGS, TechRadar and Tom's Guide pages did not return usable review-body text and were excluded.
The sources (1)
Dialogue sounds extremely clear, whether I was watching a drama like HBO's The Staircase
the rumbling explosion and massive thud of Sauron's helmet hitting the ground after his defeat were a good opportunity to hear the Ray flex its bass muscles
Sonos left out HDMI support to cut costs, and since the Ray doesn't support more advanced audio formats like Dolby Atmos
Specifications
| Price (US) | $279 US MSRP per Sonos.com ($279). This was also the launch price at introduction. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sonos |
| Released | 2022-06 |
| Channels | 2.0 |
| Total watts | — |
| Dolby atmos | No |
| Dts x | No |
| Wireless sub | No |
| Rear speakers | No |
| HDMI earc | No |
| Voice assistant | none |
Source: sonos.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by digitaltrends.com. Stereo 2.0 channel bar with two midwoofers and twin tweeters. No Dolby Atmos, no DTS:X. Connects via optical port only — no HDMI at all. No built-in microphones so no voice control. $279 MSRP confirmed from Sonos.com. Digital Trends review (published April 25, 2023) confirms optical-only connection and no Atmos. Sub (Sub Mini $399) and surrounds (Era 100 pair) sold separately.
Is the Sonos Ray worth it vs cheaper soundbars?
Sonos Ray against its closest cheaper and pricier soundbars on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 17 ranked
| Product | Price | Channels | Dolby atmos | Dts x | Wireless sub | Rear speakers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonos Ray this | $279 | 2.0 | No | No | No | No |
| Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar | $299 | 3.1.1 | Yes | No | No | No |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Sonos Ray?
Only one whitelisted tester survived verification: Engadget (hands-on, not lab-measured). All three quoted sentences were re-confirmed verbatim on the page. Engadget praises exceptionally clear dialogue and surprising bass for the size, but flags cost-cutting (optical-only, no HDMI, no Dolby Atmos) plus needing volume above ~50% and a limited soundstage. RTINGS, TechRadar and Tom's Guide pages returned no usable review-body text and were excluded, so this consensus rests on a single source. Praised: Very clear, intelligible dialogue; Capable bass for a compact budget soundbar. Flagged: No HDMI support (optical only) and no Dolby Atmos; Needs volume above ~50% and soundstage width is limited. (From 1 tester review.)
How much does the Sonos Ray cost?
The Sonos Ray has a US price of $279 (US MSRP per Sonos.com ($279). This was also the launch price at introduction.), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Sonos Ray compare on price?
At $279, the Sonos Ray is the cheapest of the 17 soundbars we track, where the median is $999.
When was the Sonos Ray released?
The Sonos Ray was released 2022-06.
What are the Sonos Ray's key specs?
Sonos Ray (Sonos): channels 2.0, dolby atmos No, dts x No, wireless sub No, rear speakers No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $279 at sonos.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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