The Sonos Sub line on Speaker Ranking spans 4 generations and 5 models, from the Sonos Sub (Gen 1) to the Sonos Sub Mini and Sonos Sub 4. Ratings run from 3.2/5 to 3.7/5. Of these, 2 are still sold.
Each column below is one generation, oldest on the left. Each row follows one model into the model that replaced it; a long arrow means a model skipped a generation. Ratings are out of 5, and an estimated rating comes from measured models in the same family.
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Generation by generation
Sub (Gen 1) to Sub (Gen 2)
The Sonos Sub (Gen 2) replaced the Sonos Sub (Gen 1). Both rate 3.7/5.
| Spec | Sub (Gen 1) | Sub (Gen 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 2x 4.5x7” (114x178mm) racetrack drivers, force-cancelling | 2x force-canceling woofers, face to face |
Sub (Gen 2) to Sub (Gen 3)
The Sonos Sub (Gen 3) replaced the Sonos Sub (Gen 2). Both rate 3.7/5.
| Spec | Sub (Gen 2) | Sub (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 36.4 lbs (16.5 kg) | 28.7 lbs (13 kg) |
Sub (Gen 3) to Sub 4
The Sonos Sub 4 replaced the Sonos Sub (Gen 3). Both rate 3.7/5.
| Spec | Sub (Gen 3) | Sub 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 2x force-canceling woofers, face to face | 2x force-cancelling drivers |
| Weight | 28.7 lbs (13 kg) | 26 lbs (11.79 kg) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the Sonos Sub are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 4 generations of the Sonos Sub, from the Sonos Sub (Gen 1) to the Sonos Sub Mini and Sonos Sub 4.
What replaced the Sonos Sub (Gen 1)?
The Sonos Sub (Gen 2) replaced the Sonos Sub (Gen 1). Both are rated 3.7/5.
What replaced the Sonos Sub (Gen 2)?
The Sonos Sub (Gen 3) replaced the Sonos Sub (Gen 2). Both are rated 3.7/5.
What replaced the Sonos Sub (Gen 3)?
The Sonos Sub 4 replaced the Sonos Sub (Gen 3). Both are rated 3.7/5.