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Sonos Ray — $279
Sonos

Sonos Ray

$279

80
/ 100
From $279
VS
Yamaha YAS-209 — $349
Yamaha

Yamaha YAS-209

$349

80
/ 100
From $349
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sonos Ray lands at 80 and Yamaha YAS-209 at 80. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Sonos Ray if…

  • ✓Dolby Atmos on most
  • ✓One-box simplicity
  • ✓eARC passthrough

Pick Yamaha YAS-209 if…

  • ✓Dolby Atmos on most
  • ✓One-box simplicity
  • ✓eARC passthrough
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Ease of use

Tie

Compared on the ease of use sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Design

Tie

Compared on the design sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Sound

Tie

Compared on the sound sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Sonos Ray

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sonos Ray more score per dollar ($279 vs $349).

Sonos Ray 80
vs
80 Yamaha YAS-209

Score breakdown

Sonos Ray
80
sound 80
features 78
design 84
ease 86
Yamaha YAS-209
80
sound 80
features 78
design 84
ease 86

Specs side-by-side

Sonos Ray versus Yamaha YAS-209 — full spec comparison
Spec Sonos Ray Yamaha YAS-209

Sonos Ray

Pros
  • +Dolby Atmos on most
  • +One-box simplicity
  • +eARC passthrough
Cons
  • −Rear surrounds sold separately on some
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cabinet depth needs space

Yamaha YAS-209

Pros
  • +Dolby Atmos on most
  • +One-box simplicity
  • +eARC passthrough
Cons
  • −Rear surrounds sold separately on some
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cabinet depth needs space

FAQ: Sonos Ray vs Yamaha YAS-209

Which is better, Sonos Ray or Yamaha YAS-209? +

Both score 80 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sonos Ray worth the price? +

At $279, Sonos Ray delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ease.

Is Yamaha YAS-209 worth the price? +

At $349, Yamaha YAS-209 delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ease.

Does Sonos Ray or Yamaha YAS-209 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Sonos Ray or Yamaha YAS-209? +

Sonos Ray — more score per dollar ($279 vs $349). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.