Yamaha
Yamaha YAS-209
$349
80
/ 100
From $349
VS
Sonos
Sonos Ray
$279
80
/ 100
From $279
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Yamaha YAS-209 lands at 80 and Sonos Ray at 80. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Yamaha YAS-209 if…
- ✓Dolby Atmos on most
- ✓One-box simplicity
- ✓eARC passthrough
Pick Sonos Ray if…
- ✓Dolby Atmos on most
- ✓One-box simplicity
- ✓eARC passthrough
Yamaha YAS-209 80
vs 80 Sonos Ray
Score breakdown
Yamaha YAS-209
80 sound 80
features 78
design 84
ease 86
Sonos Ray
80 sound 80
features 78
design 84
ease 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Yamaha YAS-209 | Sonos Ray |
|---|
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
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
FAQ: Yamaha YAS-209 vs Sonos Ray
Which is better, Yamaha YAS-209 or Sonos Ray? +
Both score 80 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Yamaha YAS-209 worth the price? +
At $349, Yamaha YAS-209 delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ease.
Is Sonos Ray worth the price? +
At $279, Sonos Ray delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ease.
Does Yamaha YAS-209 or Sonos Ray 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.