Question 1

Which is better, Sonos Era 100 or Amazon Echo (5th Gen)?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Sonos Era 100 scores higher overall at 8.8/10. The Sonos Era 100 scored 8.8/10 and the Amazon Echo (5th Gen) scored 8.5/10 in our Best Smart Speakers for Whole Home Audio 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Sonos Era 100 worth it over the Amazon Echo (5th Gen)?

Accepted Answer

The Sonos Era 100 scores 8.8/10 while the Amazon Echo (5th Gen) scores 8.5/10. The Sonos Era 100 is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Smart Speakers for Whole Home Audio 2026 category.

Sonos Era 100 vs Amazon Echo (5th Gen): Which to Buy?