Sonos Roam 2

Name: Sonos — Roam 2, portable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker (black)
Brand: Sonos
SKU: B0D37BY6ZR

Portable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker (black)

Ideal for: Music at home, at the desk and on the go.

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A small matte-finish portable speaker with IP67 protection that switches from Wi-Fi at home to Bluetooth on the go. According to Sonos: 10 h of battery, 168 mm tall, 0.43 kg.

Battery life (per Sonos)up to 10 h of continuous playback at moderate volume
Dimensions168 × 62 × 60 mm (H × W × D)
Weight0.43 kg
ProtectionIP67 (dust and 1 m immersion for 30 min)
ConnectivityWi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz, Bluetooth 5.2, AirPlay 2

Avoid ifSkip it if you want party-level power, several days of battery, or a speaker that works without an app: Wi-Fi use and settings go through the Sonos app.

Black Sonos Roam 2 portable speaker, front and top view on a neutral background

Why this model

The Sonos Roam 2 is a small black portable speaker with both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, made for people who want a good-looking audio object on a desk, shelf or kitchen counter and who also take it outside.

If you are reading a Sonos Roam 2 review to decide whether it deserves a spot in your home, here is the gist: a 168 mm body, a discreet matte finish, IP67 protection and 10 h of battery according to Sonos. We also tell you who it suits, and who should look elsewhere.

Design: a compact speaker with a matte finish

According to Sonos, the Roam 2 comes in a matte finish, here in black. Its slim, elongated shape fits almost anywhere: 168 mm tall, 62 mm wide and 60 mm deep.

The playback, volume, Bluetooth and power buttons are tactile, and Sonos says they are designed to prevent accidental presses. The result is a speaker that stays understated on display, with no screen and no loud branding.

Daily use: from desk to garden

At home, the Roam 2 connects over Wi-Fi (2.4 or 5 GHz) and joins a Sonos system, with AirPlay 2 on iPhone and iPad. Away from home, it switches to Bluetooth 5.2. Sonos also says it works upright or on its side, with the sound adapting automatically.

It charges over USB-C or on any Qi wireless charger, which is handy on a desk that already has one. For voice control, Sonos lists Sonos Voice Control and Amazon Alexa.

Key specs, with Sonos’s figures

According to Sonos, the 5,000 mAh battery lasts up to 10 h of continuous playback at moderate volume. The speaker weighs 0.43 kg and is rated IP67: dust-tight and able to withstand 1 m of immersion for 30 minutes.

Inside: two Class-H digital amplifiers, a tweeter, a midwoofer and a microphone array. Sonos also lists Automatic Trueplay tuning and Sound Swap with other Sonos products.

Who it is for, and who it is not

It suits you if you want a design-led, portable speaker used mostly at home and occasionally outdoors, or if you are expanding an existing Sonos setup. It also appeals to anyone who wants a discreet object on a tidy desk.

Skip it if you want a very loud party speaker, several days of battery, or something that works without an app. Wi-Fi use needs the Sonos app, and 10 h is a full day of use, not a whole weekend.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Sonos Roam 2 battery last?

According to Sonos, the Roam 2 plays for up to 10 hours continuously at moderate volume. It charges over USB-C or with a Qi wireless charger.

Is the Sonos Roam 2 waterproof?

Yes, Sonos rates it IP67: it resists dust and immersion in 1 m of water for 30 minutes. That covers the pool or rain, but not prolonged underwater use.

Does the Sonos Roam 2 work over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi?

Yes, it supports Wi-Fi (2.4 and 5 GHz) and Bluetooth 5.2. At home, Wi-Fi lets you add it to a Sonos system and use AirPlay 2, while outside you switch to Bluetooth.

How big is the Sonos Roam 2?

According to Sonos, it measures 168 mm tall, 62 mm wide and 60 mm deep, and weighs 0.43 kg. It fits easily in a bag or on a shelf.

What is a good alternative to the Sonos Roam 2 for a design portable speaker?

If you do not need Wi-Fi or the Sonos ecosystem, a Bluetooth speaker such as the Marshall Emberton is a characterful alternative. The Roam 2 stands out for its Wi-Fi mode, AirPlay 2 and integration with a Sonos system.