Is Sonos worth the premium price?

For multi-room audio, yes. Sonos's seamless multi-room streaming, universal service support, and Trueplay room tuning justify the premium. For a single speaker in one room, the value proposition is weaker — competitors offer comparable single-speaker performance at lower prices. Sonos becomes increasingly valuable as you add speakers — the ecosystem benefits compound with each room. Buy the first one for sound quality, keep buying for the multi-room experience.

Can I start with one Sonos speaker and expand later?

Yes, this is the recommended approach. Buy one Era 100 or Era 300. Experience the sound quality and app ecosystem. When budget allows, add speakers to other rooms. They connect seamlessly — group them for whole-home music or separate them for independent playback per room. Many Sonos users started with one speaker and now have 5-10. The expansion is gradual, painless, and each speaker adds immediate value.

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