Short answer: the Stockwell 2 for neutrality, the Sonos Move 2 if you trust its warmth. The Move 2 sounds warm with somewhat rolled-off treble, though it may share the full-volume issues the Move 1 had, which need more sound samples to verify. The Stockwell 2 may be the most natural sounding Marshall speaker, but it is not stereo.
What the Marshall Stockwell 2 gets right: Possibly the most natural sounding Marshall speaker. The tradeoff: Not stereo.
On the Sonos Move 2 side: Warm sounding with somewhat rolled off treble. Set against that: It may share the Move 1’s full-volume issues, though more sound samples at full volume are needed to confirm that.
Buy the Marshall Stockwell 2. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Sonos Move 2 and costs less, so there is no real case for the other one.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Stockwell 2 | Sonos Move 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.99 | $494.99 |
| Ranked | #11 of 78 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #25 of 78 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IP56 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 50ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 96dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | No |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Weight | 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg) | 6.6 lbs (3 kg) |
| App | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 7.1" x 6.3" x 2.8" (180 x 161 x 70 mm) | 9.5" x 6.3" x 5" (242 x 160 x 126 mm) |
| Drivers | 3" woofer, 2x 2" fullrange tweeters | mid-woofer, 2x angled tweeters |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 20W | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | - | Yes |
| Voice Assistants | - | Amazon Alexa (Sonos Voice Control also built in) |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Marshall Stockwell 2: $229.99 Amazon eBay
Pros: Marshall Stockwell 2 uses 3” woofer, 2x 2” fullrange tweeters. Its 1.4 kg, claimed 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) battery life, IPX4 protection, aux input, up to 96dB and mono playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use. Measured bass extension of 44Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Bass is limited by its 44Hz specification. There is no companion app. No EQ adjustment.
Full Marshall Stockwell 2 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 20W |
|---|---|
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 50ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7.1" x 6.3" x 2.8" (180 x 161 x 70 mm) |
| Drivers | 3" woofer, 2x 2" fullrange tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Maximum SPL | 96dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Omnidirectional | Yes |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg) |
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Sonos Move 2: $494.99 Amazon eBay
Pros: Warm sounding with somewhat rolled off treble. Slightly better midrange clarity than the Move 1.
Cons: Not very loud. It may share the Move 1’s full-volume issues, though more sound samples at full volume are needed to confirm that.
Full Sonos Move 2 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 9.5" x 6.3" x 5" (242 x 160 x 126 mm) |
| Drivers | mid-woofer, 2x angled tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP56 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Voice Assistants | Amazon Alexa (Sonos Voice Control also built in) |
| Weight | 6.6 lbs (3 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
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