We love Sonos, but it’s no secret that the speakers are pricey. Cheap alternatives are therefore not a luxury.
Sonos offers speakers of great quality. Not only do the speakers perform great individually, but by combining them in a system, you get an impressive stereo experience. The only thing we’d rather not talk about is the app.
For Sonos quality, you pay a hefty price. A quick Google search tells you that there are hardly any Sonos speakers under 100 euros. That’s why an affordable alternative can’t hurt. We’ve picked out some good options for you.
Sonos too expensive? These are the cheapest alternatives
There are plenty of good quality smart speakers out there at a fine price. The alternatives below are great and cost no more than 60 euros. Quite an improvement on Sonos prices right?
#1 Sony SRS-XB100 (44.99 euros)
The SRS-XB100 is in every way an upgrade from predecessor SRS-XB13. The Sonos alternative offers better bass and a much better microphone for phone calls. The speaker is compact and weighs almost nothing, making it easy to take it on the go.
It comes with a removable strap and is weatherproof. Internally, it has a 2-Watt driver that is upward-firing and a passive bass radiator. Together, they deliver a frequency range of 100Hz to 15kHz. You can even pair two of speakers for a stereo sound experience.
The SRS-XB100 (Image: Sony)
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#2 Xiaomi Mi mini speaker ($23.95): Sonos at its very cheapest?
Like the previous Sonos alternative, this speaker is ideal for taking on the road. The tiny speaker weighs only 58 grams and is so small that you can fit it almost anywhere. You can even take it with you on your bike.
The Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker offers excellent sound quality and stylish finish. With Bluetooth 4.0, you can easily connect to smartphones and tablets. Furthermore, the speaker has a built-in microphone for hands-free calling and a power output of 2 watts.
Xiaomi Mi mini speaker (Image: Xiaomi)
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#3 Philips TAS3505 ($54.95)
The Philips TAS3505 Bluetooth speaker combines style and functionality for an awesome listening experience. With its stylish design, this Sonos alternative fits perfectly in any room, from the bathroom to your home office.
You get clear sound with hefty bass thanks to the passive radiators, and you can listen to up to 10 hours of music after just 2.5 hours of charging. The built-in microphone lets you make hands-free calls, and a 20-meter wireless range lets you use the speaker anywhere in your home. The convenient handle makes moving around easy, and the premium fabric ensures optimal sound transmission.
The TAS3505 (Image: Philips)
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#4 Rockbox Bold S ($44.99)
One of the smallest speakers in the Bold series, the Bold S is perfect for around the house and out and about. The cube-shaped Bluetooth speaker is completely waterproof, so you can take it anywhere. And should it get dirty, just rinse it off under the tap.
Double Fun Mode lets you pair two Bold S speakers wirelessly for stereo sound and twice the volume. The battery lasts 12 hours and fully recharges in 1.5 hours. Thanks to the rubber strap, you can easily attach this Sonos alternative anywhere.
The Bold S (Image: Fresh ‘n Rebel)
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#5 Google Home Mini Smart Speaker ($40.99)
The Google Mini Smart Speaker offers the high-end performance of a Google Speaker in a small package. With Google Assistant, you can easily keep track of your shopping list, turn on your TV, start your favorite Netflix series or play music from Spotify.
This speaker connects via WiFi, has built-in Chromecast and can recognize up to 6 different voices. Thanks to its 40mm driver and 360-degree sound, it delivers excellent sound quality anywhere in the room. And with a diameter of 98mm and a height of 42mm, it easily fits anywhere in the house.
Currently, this Sonos alternative supports English, German and French, with Dutch support in the future. This version comes with a German manual and packaging.
Fun with Google Nest (Image: Google)
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