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Plug the speaker in, open the Sonos app on an iPhone, iPad or Android device, choose Speaker or component, sign in or create a Sonos account, tap Add when the speaker appears, and follow the prompts. If you already have a Sonos system, the route is Settings → Add Speaker or Component. Exact prompts vary a little by speaker model and app generation.
Before you start
- You need a phone or tablet. Sonos states: “An iOS or Android device is required to set up a new Sonos system or add new products.” Desktop apps can’t do this.
- Check your OS version. The current Sonos app lists iOS 18+, iPadOS 18+, Android 10+ and Fire OS 7+. Android x86 devices and Chromebooks aren’t supported, and neither are beta OS versions. These minimums change over time, so check Sonos Support if your device is older.
- Older systems may need the S1 Controller app. Sonos maintains this separate app for older products. Its minimums are iOS 12+, iPadOS 13+, Android 8.0+ (not Chromebooks) and Fire OS 7+. Some products, such as Sonos Five, don’t work with S1. Check your product’s compatibility before switching apps.
- Use a suitable network. Sonos calls for a Wi-Fi router, high-speed wired internet (cable, fiber or DSL), and the app and speakers on the same subnet. Every Sonos product can use 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g Wi-Fi with WPA1/WPA2 Personal or an open network. Newer products and software support more modes.
- Place and power the speaker. Put it where you’ll use it and plug it in before opening the app.
Network setups that cause trouble
Sonos lists these as unsupported:
- Satellite internet
- Mobile hotspots and LTE routers
- Guest or portal-login networks
- 5 GHz-only routers
- Ethernet-over-power adapters
- WPA/WPA2 Enterprise
- VPNs that block local network access
If you set up with a wired connection, at least one Sonos product must stay connected by Ethernet. On a mesh Wi-Fi network, that wired product must connect to the primary mesh node. If you need to extend Wi-Fi for wireless Sonos speakers, Sonos recommends a Wi-Fi mesh router.
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Set up a new Sonos system
- Connect the speaker to power.
- Open the Sonos app on your iOS or Android device.
- Under Get started with setup, choose Speaker or component.
- Create a Sonos account or sign in.
- When the app detects the speaker, choose Add.
- Work through the on-screen steps and add any music services you want.
This is the flow Sonos documents for the Sonos One. Pages for SYMFONISK, Amp and other products use a similar account-and-add flow, but follow the prompts for your exact model.
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- Power the new product and wait for its status light to flash green. That is Sonos’s ready-to-add signal. If it doesn’t flash green, Sonos directs you to its reset guidance. A product that was set up before and is now disconnected may need Sonos’s missing-products guidance instead.
- Open the Sonos app.
- Go to Settings and, in the system section, choose Add Speaker or Component.
- Follow the on-screen prompts.
A system can hold up to 32 products. In the S1 Controller, the path is Settings → System → Add Product, and it applies only to products and systems that support S1.
#1 Best Overall
- Dual angled tweeters and a powerful midwoofer deliver rich, balanced stereo sound with deep bass.
- The perfect start or addition to your system, Era 100 SL makes Sonos sound more accessible.
- Stream over WiFi, pair via Bluetooth, or connect a turntable and more with line in.
- Go from unboxing to incredible sound in minutes with a quick plug-in and the Sonos app
- Trueplay fine-tunes Era 100 SL for the unique acoustics of the room.
If the app can’t find the speaker
The usual symptoms are the current app stuck on “Searching for nearby products…” or the S1 app showing “Product not found.” Sonos’s recommended order is:
- Check power and readiness. Make sure the speaker is plugged in and the status light flashes green. If it was configured on another system and isn’t in that state, reset it to factory settings and try again.
- Reboot the speaker. Once it powers back on, choose Try Again.
- Move closer. Temporarily put the speaker nearer the router and keep your phone within 10 feet of it. This is a troubleshooting step, not a range guarantee.
- Try another mobile device with the Sonos app.
- Use Ethernet if the speaker has a port. Connect it directly to the router and run setup again. If that works, you can remove the cable later using Sonos’s wireless/wired switching instructions.
Don’t factory reset by default. Reset only when the speaker isn’t in the ready state described above.
Rank #2
- The information below is per-pack only
- Dual angled tweeters and a powerful midwoofer deliver rich, balanced stereo sound with deep bass.
- The perfect start or addition to your system, Era 100 SL makes Sonos sound more accessible.
- Stream over WiFi, pair via Bluetooth, or connect a turntable and more with line in.
- Go from unboxing to incredible sound in minutes with a quick plug-in and the Sonos app
Wireless or wired?
Neither is universally better. Decide on four points:
- Does the speaker have an Ethernet port?
- Does your Wi-Fi reach the speaker’s spot reliably?
- Can the wired speaker stay connected to the router?
- On a mesh network, can it connect to the primary node?
Next step: stereo pairing
Pairing is separate from setup. Only speakers of the same model can be stereo paired, though microphone-equipped speakers can also pair with the SL version of their model. Sonos recommends placing them 8–10 feet apart, with your main listening position 8–12 feet from the speakers.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- Powered by a 47% faster processor, the next-gen dual-tweeter acoustic architecture produces detailed stereo separation while a 25% larger midwoofer deepens the bass.¹
- Place this speaker anywhere and everywhere you want to listen. The compact design fits beautifully on your bookshelf, kitchen counter, desk, or nightstand.
- Stream from all your favorite services over WiFi. Pair a Bluetooth device with the press of a button. Connect a turntable or other audio source using an auxiliary cable and the Sonos Line-In Adapter.²
- Go from unboxing to unbelievable sound in just a few minutes. Simply plug in the power cable, connect your phone or tablet to WiFi, and open the Sonos app.
- With a tap in the Sonos app, Trueplay tuning technology analyzes the unique acoustics of your space and optimizes the speaker’s EQ. So all your content sounds just the way it should.
Rank #4
- The new acoustic architecture replaces Move's single tweeter with two, unlocking a higher-fidelity stereo soundstage with crisp vocals and detailed instruments. With deep, dynamic bass powered by the precision-tuned woofer, you'll feel the emotional charge of a live performance.
- With automatic Trueplay tuning, Move 2 continually optimizes the sound for its surroundings. So, no matter where you are or what you play, you get the best listening experience.
- Listen twice as long as with the previous generation. All the acoustic updates work in concert for increased efficiency, giving you up to 24 hours of playback on a single charge.
- Shock absorbent materials protect against accidental drops, and the IP56 rating ensures spills, splashes, rain, dirt, and dust don't dampen your listening experience.
- Use the built-in handle to bring your music from one place to the next. When the battery needs a boost, set Move 2 on the included Wireless Charging Base, upgraded with a detachable power cable and more compact adapter. Charge on the go with any USB-PD power supply.
Rank #3
- Dual angled tweeters and a powerful midwoofer deliver rich, balanced stereo sound with deep bass.
- The perfect start or addition to your system, Era 100 SL makes Sonos sound more accessible.
- Stream over WiFi, pair via Bluetooth, or connect a turntable and more with line in.
- Go from unboxing to incredible sound in minutes with a quick plug-in and the Sonos app
- Trueplay fine-tunes Era 100 SL for the unique acoustics of the room.
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