4.4
5
41 ratings
Sonos Arc Review: 55 Ratings, Pros and Cons
Date: (Last saved review: ) - Review: CommentChoisir.fr
Check all the 55 reviews find on Soundbar Sonos Arc, with the 41 ratings, comments, pros & cons from the reviewers.
Theses reviews and tests from Soundbar magazines and websites give 41 ratings, we get this average rating to this Sonos product : 4.4/5.
Sonos Arc review : With an average rating of 4.4/5, you can buy Sonos Arc with your eyes closed (or almost). The opinions of the testers seem unanimous !
This product got 10 times the maximum score in the reviews! This is pretty rare and shows that this Soundbar is extremely successful!
Sonos Arc ratings
41 Ratings ranked from best to worst, green to good grades, red to bad,
Average rating: 4.4/5.
Source: https://www.commentChoisir.fr
| 5/5 Pocket-lint | 5/5 Stuff | 5/5 Labo Fnac | 5/5 L&B Tech |
| 5/5 What Hi-Fi? | 5/5 Actualidad Gadget | 9/10 Wired | 4.5/5 Trusted Reviews |
| 4.5/5 01net | 9/10 Journal du Geek | 9/10 SlashGear | 4.5/5 Absolute Geeks |
| 8.8/10 GeekCulture | 4.4/5 Chip.de | 85/100 Engadget | 85/100 Maison Adam |
| 8.2/10 RTings | 4/5 CNET USA | 8/10 The Verge | 8/10 DigitalTrends |
| 4/5 PCWorld.com | 4/5 Les Numériques | 4/5 Numerama | 8/10 FrAndroid |
| 80/100 CNET France | 4/5 ExpertReviews | 4/5 TechRadar | 3.5/5 ImTest |
| 6.3/10 SoundGuys |
5 Preview or review without rating: FlatpanelsHD, ObjetConnecte.net, AVCesar, AndroidWorld, Press Start
Pros and cons for Sonos Arc List of reviews and ratings
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5
5
Pocket-lint
Great Dolby Atmos performance
Excellent sound even without extra height channels
Alexa and Google Assistant on board
Easy to setup and integrate with Sonos multiroom solution
Excellent sound even without extra height channels
Alexa and Google Assistant on board
Easy to setup and integrate with Sonos multiroom solution
Requires compatible TV for Dolby Atmos support
No source input
Only single-band (2.4GHz) Wi-Fi
No source input
Only single-band (2.4GHz) Wi-Fi
reviewed at 04/06/2020 - [read the full review on Pocket-lint]
5
5
Stuff
Wide, tall sound
Impressive bass response
Adept with music as well as movies
Cracking control app (even in beta)
Impressive bass response
Adept with music as well as movies
Cracking control app (even in beta)
Treble has attitude
Slightly uneven frequency response
No MQA support
Slightly uneven frequency response
No MQA support
reviewed at 05/06/2020 - [read the full review on Stuff]
5
5
L&B Tech
Open and nice sound, with a lot of details
The surround sound with rear speakers is really good, and the subwoofer provides high quality bass
Overall good usability
The surround sound with rear speakers is really good, and the subwoofer provides high quality bass
Overall good usability
The dynamics are never sparkling
TruePlay room correction removes warmth in the sound, and we would like the possibility for different sound choices after correction
The initial setup may take some time
TruePlay room correction removes warmth in the sound, and we would like the possibility for different sound choices after correction
The initial setup may take some time
[5/5] reviewed at 26/08/2021 - Sonos Arc, Sub (Gen 3), 2 x One SL - Sonos Arc: enda bedre med bakhøyttalere og subwoofer [read the full review on L&B Tech]
[5/5] reviewed at 02/09/2021 - Sonos Arc, Sub (Gen 3), 2 x One SL - Sonos Arc: even better with rear speakers and subwoofer [read the full review on L&B Tech]
[5/5] reviewed at 02/09/2021 - Sonos Arc, Sub (Gen 3), 2 x One SL - Sonos Arc: even better with rear speakers and subwoofer [read the full review on L&B Tech]
5
5
Actualidad Gadget
Materials and design
Audio quality
Audio power
Configuration
Sound Motion System
Audio quality
Audio power
Configuration
Sound Motion System
Some accessories are missing.
Without a stand in the box
Price
Without a stand in the box
Price
reviewed at 03/11/2024 - [read the full review on Actualidad Gadget]
4
5
ExpertReviews
Great sound quality
Easy to use and set up
Google Assistant and Alexa support
Easy to use and set up
Google Assistant and Alexa support
Slightly bright sound
Only one HDMI connection
Only one HDMI connection
[4/5] reviewed at 10/07/2020 - Test Sonos Arc: Ahead of the curve [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[5/5] reviewed at 08/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra: Scaling it up [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[5/5] reviewed at 08/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra: Scaling it up [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
5
5
What Hi-Fi?
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
[5/5] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - Sonos Arc review [read the full review on What Hi-Fi?]
[5/5] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - Sonos Arc Ultra review [read the full review on What Hi-Fi?]
[5/5] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - Sonos Arc Ultra review [read the full review on What Hi-Fi?]
5
5
Labo Fnac
Sound quality
Powerful bass
Minimalist and elegant design
Simple installation and effective calibration
Powerful bass
Minimalist and elegant design
Simple installation and effective calibration
Weaknesses
Limited connectivity
Perfectible Atmos effects without additional speakers
Limited connectivity
Perfectible Atmos effects without additional speakers
[5/5] reviewed at 18/01/2021 - Test Labo de la Sonos Arc : une première barre de son Dolby Atmos convaincante [read the full review on Labo Fnac]
[5/5] reviewed at 16/12/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra : on a essayé la nouvelle barre de son aux basses ?révolutionnaires? [read the full review on Labo Fnac]
[5/5] reviewed at 16/12/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra : on a essayé la nouvelle barre de son aux basses ?révolutionnaires? [read the full review on Labo Fnac]
9
10
Wired
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
[9/10] reviewed at 10/06/2020 - Test Sonos Arc Soundbar: A Dolby Atmos Dream [read the full review on Wired]
reviewed at 23/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar: Big Bar, Better App [read the full review on Wired]
reviewed at 23/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar: Big Bar, Better App [read the full review on Wired]
4.5
5
Trusted Reviews
Expansive, well-defined and invigorating sound
Good impression of audio height and width
Fine spec
Ample control options
Good impression of audio height and width
Fine spec
Ample control options
Slightly bumpy frequency response
Some treble stridency
No MQA support
Some treble stridency
No MQA support
[4.5/5] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - Sonos Arc review: The smart Atmos soundbar we?ve been waiting for [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]
[4.5/5] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - Sonos Arc Surround Set [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]
reviewed at 15/11/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]
[4.5/5] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - Sonos Arc Surround Set [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]
reviewed at 15/11/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]
4
5
Numerama
The incredible voice rendering
More power, more bass, more clarity.
Sleek, efficient and premium design
More power, more bass, more clarity.
Sleek, efficient and premium design
Atmos effects removed without the Era 300
The complete configuration is expensive.
Less interest without an eARC television
The complete configuration is expensive.
Less interest without an eARC television
[4/5] reviewed at 14/06/2020 - Test de la Sonos Arc : une barre de son à la hauteur du Dolby Atmos [read the full review on Numerama]
[9/10] reviewed at 14/11/2024 - Test de la Sonos Arc Ultra : une référence dans les barres de son premium [read the full review on Numerama]
[9/10] reviewed at 14/11/2024 - Test de la Sonos Arc Ultra : une référence dans les barres de son premium [read the full review on Numerama]
4.5
5
01net
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
[4.5/5] reviewed at 23/07/2020 - Test du Sonos Arc : la barre de son Dolby Atmos efficace, mais très exclusive [read the full review on 01net]
[4.5/5] reviewed at 18/11/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra : la barre de son qui fait toute la différence sur les basses [read the full review on 01net]
[4.5/5] reviewed at 18/11/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra : la barre de son qui fait toute la différence sur les basses [read the full review on 01net]
9
10
Journal du Geek
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 18/11/2024 - [read the full review on Journal du Geek]
9
10
SlashGear
Excellent audio quality for TV and music
Handsome design should blend into most decor
Trueplay auto-tuning takes the pain out of EQ setup
Sounds even better with easily-added wireless rear speakers
Handsome design should blend into most decor
Trueplay auto-tuning takes the pain out of EQ setup
Sounds even better with easily-added wireless rear speakers
The Dolby Atmos ecosystem is frustratingly patchy
Only compatible with other speakers running Sonos S2
Can't add dedicated overhead speakers for Atmos
Only compatible with other speakers running Sonos S2
Can't add dedicated overhead speakers for Atmos
reviewed at 04/06/2020 - Test Sonos Arc: Dolby Atmos in the soundbar we've been waiting for [read the full review on SlashGear]
reviewed at 22/03/2021 - Test Sonos Architectural: The surprises of pro-installation [read the full review on SlashGear]
[9/10] reviewed at 22/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra: Impressive On Its Own, Better As A System [read the full review on SlashGear]
reviewed at 22/03/2021 - Test Sonos Architectural: The surprises of pro-installation [read the full review on SlashGear]
[9/10] reviewed at 22/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra: Impressive On Its Own, Better As A System [read the full review on SlashGear]
4.5
5
Absolute Geeks
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 02/12/2024 - [read the full review on Absolute Geeks]
8.8
10
GeekCulture
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 23/01/2022 - [read the full review on GeekCulture]
4.4
5
Chip.de
It is very pleasant.
AirPlay, music services and integrated Alexa
AirPlay, music services and integrated Alexa
The acoustics of the room could be better.
HDMI as the only audio cable interface
No Google features
HDMI as the only audio cable interface
No Google features
reviewed at 27/11/2024 - [read the full review on Chip.de]
85
100
Engadget
Stellar sound for music and TV
Dolby Atmos
Automatically adjusts to content and additional speakers
Dolby Atmos
Automatically adjusts to content and additional speakers
A single HDMI input
Expansion gets pricey quickly
Sound favors treble at high volumes
Expansion gets pricey quickly
Sound favors treble at high volumes
[85/100] reviewed at 04/06/2020 - Test Sonos Arc: An upgrade worth the wait [read the full review on Engadget]
[87/100] reviewed at 11/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra: New tech powers a big audio upgrade [read the full review on Engadget]
[87/100] reviewed at 11/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra: New tech powers a big audio upgrade [read the full review on Engadget]
85
100
Maison Adam
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 28/07/2020 - [read the full review on Maison Adam]
8.2
10
RTings
Bass and treble adjustments.
Gets loud.
Extended low-bass.
Gets loud.
Extended low-bass.
Room correction limited to iOS.
No HDMI In ports.
No HDMI In ports.
[8.2/10] reviewed at 24/05/2023 - Test Sonos Ultimate Immersive Set with Arc Soundbar [read the full review on RTings]
[7.7/10] reviewed at 28/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar [read the full review on RTings]
[8.1/10] reviewed at 10/01/2025 - Test Sonos Ultimate Immersive Set with Arc Ultra Soundbar [read the full review on RTings]
[7.7/10] reviewed at 28/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar [read the full review on RTings]
[8.1/10] reviewed at 10/01/2025 - Test Sonos Ultimate Immersive Set with Arc Ultra Soundbar [read the full review on RTings]
4
5
CNET USA
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 04/06/2020 - [read the full review on CNET USA]
8
10
DigitalTrends
Excellent surround sound
Easy and simple setup
Decent Dolby Atmos from a single speaker
Choice of Alexa or Google Assistant
Easy and simple setup
Decent Dolby Atmos from a single speaker
Choice of Alexa or Google Assistant
No HDMI inputs
Not ideal for all music genres
Not ideal for all music genres
[8/10] reviewed at 04/06/2020 - Test Sonos Arc: Solid soundbar for Dolby Atmos era [read the full review on DigitalTrends]
reviewed at 06/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra: bigger bass, better sound, and Bluetooth too [read the full review on DigitalTrends]
reviewed at 06/11/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra: bigger bass, better sound, and Bluetooth too [read the full review on DigitalTrends]
4
5
PCWorld.com
Exceptional audio quality for the price
Can be expanded with a wireless subwoofer and surround speakers
Your choice of Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant
Best-in-class multi-room audio features (plus support for AirPlay 2)
Can be expanded with a wireless subwoofer and surround speakers
Your choice of Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant
Best-in-class multi-room audio features (plus support for AirPlay 2)
Relies too heavily on the capabilities of the TV it will be connected to
Only one HDMI port
No support for any DTS codecs
Only one HDMI port
No support for any DTS codecs
reviewed at 04/06/2020 - [read the full review on PCWorld.com]
4
5
Les Numériques
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 10/06/2020 - [read the full review on Les Numériques]
8
10
FrAndroid
Detailed, soft and dynamic
Excellent versatility in music/film
Effective Sound Motion system for low frequencies
Impressive Dolby Atmos effects
Installation and calibration of TruePlay are very simple.
Minimalist and elegant design
Seamless integration into the Sonos ecosystem
AirPlay 2 compatibility and voice assistants
Excellent versatility in music/film
Effective Sound Motion system for low frequencies
Impressive Dolby Atmos effects
Installation and calibration of TruePlay are very simple.
Minimalist and elegant design
Seamless integration into the Sonos ecosystem
AirPlay 2 compatibility and voice assistants
The absence of a dedicated remote control could be displeasing.
No additional HDMI input for external sources
Lack of built-in Chromecast
No additional HDMI input for external sources
Lack of built-in Chromecast
[8/10] reviewed at 25/06/2020 - Test de la Sonos Arc : cette barre de son vaut-elle son pesant d'or ? [read the full review on FrAndroid]
[8/10] reviewed at 25/06/2020 - Test de la Sonos Arc : cette barre de son vaut-elle son pesant d?or ? [read the full review on FrAndroid]
reviewed at 08/11/2024 - Test de la Sonos ARC Ultra : l'excellence sonore sans compromis [read the full review on FrAndroid]
[8/10] reviewed at 25/06/2020 - Test de la Sonos Arc : cette barre de son vaut-elle son pesant d?or ? [read the full review on FrAndroid]
reviewed at 08/11/2024 - Test de la Sonos ARC Ultra : l'excellence sonore sans compromis [read the full review on FrAndroid]
80
100
CNET France
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 22/07/2020 - [read the full review on CNET France]
4
5
TechRadar
Full sound and great speech clarity
Very good Dolby Atmos effects
Compact for such good sound
Very good Dolby Atmos effects
Compact for such good sound
No HDMI passthrough ports
No DTS support
Not as immersive as multi-box options
No DTS support
Not as immersive as multi-box options
reviewed at 09/11/2024 - [read the full review on TechRadar]
8
10
The Verge
Excellent, powerful, immersive sound
Works well as a music speaker, too
eARC means it?s future-proofed
Works well as a music speaker, too
eARC means it?s future-proofed
Some TVs can?t pass Atmos over ARC, and there?s no HDMI passthrough
Surround sound might not work well in large rooms
Trueplay tuning available only on iPhone and iPad
Surround sound might not work well in large rooms
Trueplay tuning available only on iPhone and iPad
[8/10] reviewed at 04/06/2020 - Test Sonos Arc: an immersive soundbar that home theater enthusiasts can love [read the full review on The Verge]
[8/10] reviewed at 10/12/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra: don?t call it a comeback (yet) [read the full review on The Verge]
[8/10] reviewed at 10/12/2024 - Test Sonos Arc Ultra: don?t call it a comeback (yet) [read the full review on The Verge]
3.5
5
ImTest
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 16/08/2021 - [read the full review on ImTest]
6.3
10
SoundGuys
reviewed at 28/06/2024 - [read the full review on SoundGuys]
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not scored
FlatpanelsHDImproved sound stage vs. Playbar
Decent bass, clear vocals
Dolby Atmos support via eARC
Expandable: Rear speakers & subwoofer
Sonos multi-room
Decent bass, clear vocals
Dolby Atmos support via eARC
Expandable: Rear speakers & subwoofer
Sonos multi-room
No HDMI input (only eARC)
Unconvincing Atmos
Lacks mid-range control
Choice of materials
Unconvincing Atmos
Lacks mid-range control
Choice of materials
reviewed at 04/06/2020 - Review: Sonos Arc [read the full review on FlatpanelsHD]
reviewed at 28/11/2024 - Review: Sonos Arc Ultra [read the full review on FlatpanelsHD]
reviewed at 28/11/2024 - Review: Sonos Arc Ultra [read the full review on FlatpanelsHD]
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not scored
ObjetConnecte.netNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 15/03/2024 - [read the full review on ObjetConnecte.net]
-
not scored
AVCesarNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 18/09/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra et Sonos Sub 4, nouveaux caissons de basses et barre de son [read the full review on AVCesar]
reviewed at 18/09/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra et Sonos Sub 4, nouveaux caisson de basses et barre de son [read the full review on AVCesar]
reviewed at 17/10/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra, barre de son multiroom Dolby Atmos 9.1.4, Trueplay et Hi-Res Audio [read the full review on AVCesar]
reviewed at 18/09/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra et Sonos Sub 4, nouveaux caisson de basses et barre de son [read the full review on AVCesar]
reviewed at 17/10/2024 - Sonos Arc Ultra, barre de son multiroom Dolby Atmos 9.1.4, Trueplay et Hi-Res Audio [read the full review on AVCesar]
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not scored
AndroidWorldNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 08/11/2024 - [read the full review on AndroidWorld]
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not scored
Press StartFantastic Bass
Improved Dialogue Clarity
Smaller Improved Design
Added Bluetooth Connectivity
Improved Dialogue Clarity
Smaller Improved Design
Added Bluetooth Connectivity
No HDMI Passthrough Port
reviewed at 02/12/2024 - [read the full review on Press Start]
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