Battery life
- Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker
- Up to 10 hours per charge
- Soundcore Rave+
- Up to 24 hours per charge
Speaker comparison
Sonos Roam vs Soundcore Rave+
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker
KSh 33,000In Stock | 02  Soundcore Rave+
KSh 30,830In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker if you want an integrated far-field microphones support Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Choose the Soundcore Rave+ if you want a lower price (KSh 2,170 less).
Audio
- Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker
- Microphone system: Far-field microphone array
- Soundcore Rave+
- BassUp
Charging port
- Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker
- USB-C (Optional wireless charging support)
- Soundcore Rave+
- AC mains input with supplied power cord
Voice assistant
- Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker
- Integrated far-field microphones support Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
- Soundcore Rave+
- No standalone voice-assistant system specified
Placement / mounting
- Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker
- Free-standing portable placement
- Soundcore Rave+
- Portable upright or horizontal placement
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker
- Integrated far-field microphones support Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
- Power source: Rechargeable battery / USB charging.
Soundcore Rave+
- Lower price: KSh 30,830 (KSh 2,170 less).
- Power source: Built-in rechargeable battery.
What matters most to you?
11 priorities selected.
Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker
- Rechargeable battery / USB charging.
- Bluetooth 5.0.
- Up to 10 hours per charge.
- Microphone system: Far-field microphone array.
- USB-C (Optional wireless charging support).
- Integrated far-field microphones support Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
- Free-standing portable placement.
- Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
- Portable speaker design.
- No party lightshow.
- Not a party-speaker product.
Soundcore Rave+
- 160 W rated output.
- Bluetooth 5.0.
- Up to 24 hours per charge.
- BassUp.
- AC mains input with supplied power cord.
- No standalone voice-assistant system specified.
- Portable upright or horizontal placement.
- Portable Party Speaker.
- Not supported.
- Music-synchronised LEDs and central strobe.
- PartyCast group sound and lights.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker | Soundcore Rave+ |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sonos | Soundcore |
| Model | Roam Bluetooth Speaker | A3391H12 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Party Speaker |
| Color | — | Black |
Design
| Specification | Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker | Soundcore Rave+ |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 168 mm x 59 mm x 62 mm | — |
| Weight | 0.42 kg | — |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker | Soundcore Rave+ |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | — | 4900mAh / 7.4V × 2 battery specification |
Connectivity
| Specification | Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker | Soundcore Rave+ |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) & Bluetooth 5.0 | Not supported; Bluetooth audio |
| HDMI | Portable speaker design | Not supported |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | No microphone or guitar input | — |
| Bluetooth Range | — | Up to 20m / 66ft under suitable conditions; obstacles and interference reduce range |
| Wired Inputs | — | AUX input; RCA wired party-chain connection |
| USB | — | USB audio: FAT32 flash drive with MP3/WMA; PowerIQ device-charging output 5V 2.1A |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | — | PartyCast with compatible soundcore speakers; up to 100 units; RCA wired party chain; earlier Rave cannot pair with Rave+ |
| App Support | — | soundcore app for EQ, BassUp, light effects, Light DJ, party games, firmware and automatic power-off |
Features
| Specification | Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker | Soundcore Rave+ |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | Integrated far-field microphones support Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, letting you skip tracks or check the weather while your hands are busy preparing a barbecue. | No standalone voice-assistant system specified |
| Lightshow | No party lightshow | Music-synchronised LEDs and central strobe; button/app control; can be switched off |
| Party Features | Not a party-speaker product | PartyCast group sound and lights; RCA wired party chain; microphone echo; app party games and Light DJ |
| Home Cinema Features | Not a home-cinema speaker | No HDMI or dedicated home-cinema system |
| Special Features | Automatic Trueplay, Apple AirPlay 2 | PowerIQ USB mobile-device charging; USB MP3/WMA playback; automatic power-off after30min without audio, adjustable in app |
Audio
| Specification | Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker | Soundcore Rave+ |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | One tweeter, one midwoofer | — |
| Amplifier | Two Class-H digital amplifiers | — |
| Audio Features | Microphone system: Far-field microphone array | BassUp; USB MP3/WMA playback; microphone echo control |
| Total Power Output | — | 160W |
| Maximum SPL | — | 103dB at 1m in an anechoic chamber; manufacturer Rave+ comparison FAQ |
| Audio Channels | — | Stereo when used alone; PartyCast group playback does not provide stereo channels |
| Sound Modes / EQ | — | BassUp; soundcore app custom EQ |
Power & Battery
| Specification | Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker | Soundcore Rave+ |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Built-in rechargeable battery; AC input 100–240V 50/60Hz through included power cord |
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hours continuous playback | Up to 24h; varies with volume and music content |
| Charging Port | USB-C (Optional wireless charging support) | AC mains input with supplied power cord |
| Charging Time | — | Approximately 5 hours |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker | Soundcore Rave+ |
|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP67 Waterproof & Dustproof | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Portable upright or horizontal placement; carrying handle |
| Controls | — | Power, Bluetooth/PartyCast, source selection, playback, tracks, volume, BassUp and lighting; microphone volume/echo |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker | Soundcore Rave+ |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Roam Bluetooth Speaker | One Soundcore Rave+ |
| Subwoofer | No subwoofer supplied | No separate subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | — |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | AC power cord; regional plug shape not asserted |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | Not applicable | Audio and RCA cables not supplied |
| Mounting Accessories | Portable design | — |
| Other Accessories | Roam, USB-A to USB-C cable (1.2m) | Microphone and USB flash drive not supplied |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | User manual |
Similarities
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
Sonos Roam Bluetooth Speaker and Soundcore Rave+ share the main features compared here, so the lower-priced Soundcore Rave+ may be enough.
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