Sonos - Move (1st gen) vs Sonos - Symfonisk Bookshelf (Gen 2)
Between the Move (1st gen) and Symfonisk Bookshelf (Gen 2), the Move (1st gen) comes out ahead in output, while the Symfonisk Bookshelf (Gen 2) wins on several specs. Overall, the Move (1st gen) scores 47.8 and the Symfonisk Bookshelf (Gen 2) scores 35 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Move (1st gen) is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 12.8 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the Move (1st gen) if you care most about output. The biggest gaps in its favor are output.
The Symfonisk Bookshelf (Gen 2) similarly doesn't carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable voice assistant, dolby atmos, matter / thread, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Move (1st gen) is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Sonos - Move (1st gen) wins
- ▲Output: 60 W vs 0 W.
Why Sonos - Symfonisk Bookshelf (Gen 2) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Audio
| Spec | Sonos - Move (1st gen) | Sonos - Symfonisk Bookshelf (Gen 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Output | 60 Wlead | 0 W |
| Stereo pairing | true | true |
| Dolby Atmosⓘ | false | false |
Assistant & Smart Home
| Spec | Sonos - Move (1st gen) | Sonos - Symfonisk Bookshelf (Gen 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Voice assistant | Alexa | Alexa |
| Matter / Thread | false | false |
| Zigbee hub | false | false |
Spec-level deep dives
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