A Nice $90 Savings Brings the Sonos Era 300 Down to $359, Returning to Its Black Friday Low
The Sonos Era 300 landed a spot on our best smart speakers list because of its outstanding sound quality. It has an incredible 6-driver sound and Dolby Atmos support -- and right now Amazon has slashed the price by $90, bringing it down to $359. That's back to the all-time low price we saw during last year's holiday sales.
It has several connections options, including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and USB-C. Plus, you can pair it with other Sonos speakers if you choose. The Dolby Atmos accounts for its best-in-class sound and you'll also appreciate the Alexa and AirPlay 2 support. You can also adjust the audio within the Sonos app for a more customized sound.
Our main gripe with this speaker was the expense, but this deal helps bring it down to a more affordable price point. If you've been considering a premium smart speaker, this is a pretty stellar deal on this model.
Why this deal matters
This is the lowest price we've seen in 2025, matching the pricing we saw during holiday sales last year. It's a solid 20% savings and we don't expect it to drop lower any time soon, so now's the time to snag one if you've been considering upgrading to a smart speaker and this Sonos deal falls within your budget.
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