JBL Link 20 vs Sonos Roam
JBL Link 20
2018 · $129 today
7751
Sonos Roam
2021 · $179 today
7962
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why JBL Link 20 is better
No standout numeric advantages.
Why Sonos Roam is better
- Far-Field Microphones: 3 vs 2(50% more)
- Color Options: 3 vs 2(50% more)
- Weight: 15.2 oz vs 22.6 oz(49% less)
- Height: 6.61 in vs 8.6 in(30% less)
Verdict
Sonos Roam leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | JBL Link 20 | Sonos Roam |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Passive Radiators | 2 | — |
| Battery Life | 10 hrs | 10 hrs |
| Water Resistance | IPX7 | IP67 |
| Drivers | — | Tweeter + Woofer |
| Voice & Assistant | ||
| Built-in Assistant | Google Assistant | Alexa or Google Assistant |
| Far-Field Microphones | 2 | 3● |
| Hands-Free Calling | Yes | — |
| Automatic Trueplay | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band 2.4/5GHz | — |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | — |
| Chromecast Built-in | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | — | Yes |
| AirPlay 2 | — | Yes |
| USB-C Charging | — | Yes |
| Design & Build | ||
| Weight | 22.6 oz | 15.2 oz● |
| Height | 8.6 in | 6.61 in● |
| Color Options | 2 | 3● |