| Name | Roku Streambar Pro | Sonos Beam gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $179.99 | $499 |
| Released | 2021 | 2021 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Sonos, Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Expandable up to: | 5.1, (4 surrounds, sub) | 7.1.4, (Atmos rears, 2 subs) Virtualization used for extra surround channels. Added subwoofers play same subwoofer channel. |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 4: 4× 2.5″ full range | 4: 4× unknown size |
| Tweeters - total | 0 | 1: 1× unknown size |
| Subwoofers | 0 | 0 |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | Not specified | Not specified |
| Frequency range | Not specified | Not specified |
| DTS:X support | No | No |
| Dolby Atmos support? | No | Virtual |
| Surround sound? | No | No |
| Other 3D audio formats? | None | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | None | Speech Enhancement (use app) |
| Sound calibration? | No | Yes (Trueplay) |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | ❌ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 4 |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | Possible usingUSB-RJ45 adapter | ✔ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× ARC | 1× eARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| USB-A port? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Other audio ports | None | None |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | The Roku App | Sonos S2 |
| Voice assistant? | Yes | Yes |
| Chromecast built-in? | ✔ | ❌ |
| AirPlay? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Alexa cast? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | Optional: max 1 subwoofer: Wireless Bass (5.25″) | Pro (10″) | Optional: max 2 subwoofers; 2× Sonos Sub or Sub Mini |
| Wireless surrounds? | Optional: max 4 surrounds: Roku Wireless speakers | Optional: max 2 surrounds, Era 300 for Dolby Atmos |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar | Soundbar |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 81.79×7.11×9.91 | 65.1×6.90×10 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 32.2×2.8×3.9 | 25.625×2.7×3.94 |
| Weight (kg): | 2.5 | 2.8 |
| Weight (lbs): | 5.5 | 6.2 |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with optional wall mount | Yes |
| Color options: | Black | Black, white |
| Accessories in the box | HDMI and optical cable, remote,headphones for remote | HDMI cable, optical to HDMI adapter |
| More info | ||
| Model number | 9101R2 | BEAM2##1 |
| User guide / manual | Quick Start Guide | User Guide |
| Official site link | Roku.com | Sonos.com |
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