The Sonos Era 100 is the brand's take on what a modern compact smart speaker should be -- and it pretty much nails it. Replacing the beloved Sonos One, the Era 100 brings serious audio upgrades wrapped in that clean, familiar Sonos design. Available in white, it fits just about anywhere without looking out of place.
Overview
At its core, the Era 100 is a room-filling wireless speaker that punches well above its size. It connects over Wi-Fi 6 or Bluetooth 5.0, supports AirPlay 2, and comes with Amazon Alexa baked in for hands-free control. Sonos' Trueplay technology automatically tunes the sound to match your room's acoustics -- no manual tweaking needed.
Key Features
- Two-tweeter plus mid-woofer driver setup, powered by three Class-D amps for real stereo imaging
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, AirPlay 2, and a 3.5mm line-in port
- Amazon Alexa built-in with physical mic mute switch for privacy
- Trueplay acoustic tuning adapts the EQ to your space automatically
- Touch controls with a volume slider -- something Sonos fans have wanted for years
- Standard quarter-inch threaded mount for stand and wall mounting options
- 47% faster processor compared to the Sonos One, plus a co-neural chip for snappier voice response
Who is it for?
The Era 100 is a solid pick for anyone already in the Sonos ecosystem or looking to get started with a reliable, great-sounding smart speaker. It works great as a standalone unit in a bedroom or kitchen, and pairs well with a second Era 100 for true stereo. Casual listeners and audiophiles on the go will both find something to like here.
Pros and Cons
- Pro: Noticeably better sound than its predecessor
- Pro: Clean design that blends into any room
- Pro: Versatile connectivity including Bluetooth and line-in
- Con: No 3.5mm headphone output
- Con: Requires the Sonos app for initial setup
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