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August Smart Lock vs Sonos

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August Smart Lock

Software

Smart locks that work with your existing deadbolt

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Sonos logo

Sonos

Software

Premium multi-room audio system

From
$179/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: August Smart Lock entry-level August Smart Lock ($149.99) has no built-in Wi-Fi and requires a separate Connect Wi-Fi Bridge for remote functionality; Sonos s2 app has not received significant updates beyond bug fixes since launch, making it difficult to search within music services
  • They diverge on capability: August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Sonos covers Multi-Room Audio.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which August Smart Lock and Sonos actually diverge.

Attributes where August Smart Lock and Sonos differ
AttributeAugust Smart LockSonos
Starting priceOn request$179/one-time
Pricing modelone-timeUnknown
PlatformsIOS, Android, WebWeb, iOS, Android, WiFi-based, Bluetooth
Founded20122002

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in August Smart Lock

  • Retrofit Design
  • Auto-Unlock
  • Guest Access
  • Activity Log
  • Google Home
  • HomeKit
  • SmartThings
  • Web support

Only in Sonos

  • Multi-Room Audio
  • Trueplay Tuning
  • Voice Control
  • Streaming Services
  • Google Assistant
  • AirPlay 2
  • 100+ streaming services
  • MacOS support

Both cover

  • Alexa
  • IOS support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

August Smart Lock

  • Keyless entrynot Sonos
  • Guest accessnot Sonos
  • Remote unlocknot Sonos
  • Activity monitoringnot Sonos

Sonos

  • Multi-room audionot August Smart Lock
  • Home theaternot August Smart Lock
  • Music streamingnot August Smart Lock
  • Whole-home audionot August Smart Lock

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

August Smart Lock

  • Entry-level August Smart Lock ($149.99) has no built-in Wi-Fi and requires a separate Connect Wi-Fi Bridge for remote functionality

Sonos

  • S2 app has not received significant updates beyond bug fixes since launch, making it difficult to search within music services
  • Stereo pairing and bonding speakers into zones has technical limits on the number of devices
  • Only receives stereo audio from AirPlay 2, not supporting Dolby Atmos for spatial audio

Pricing, plan by plan

August Smart Lock

On request
  • Smart Lock$149/month
    • Auto-lock
    • Auto-unlock
    • Guest access
  • WiFi Smart Lock$249/month
    • Built-in WiFi
    • Remote access
    • DoorSense

Sonos

$179/one-time
  • Roam 2 Speaker$179/one-time
  • Era 100 SL Speaker$189/one-time
  • Sonos Play Speaker$299/one-time
  • Move 2 Speaker$489.99/one-time

Which should you pick?

Choose August Smart Lock if

  • You need retrofit design.
  • You work on IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want auto-unlock.
August Smart Lock review

Choose Sonos if

  • You need multi-room audio.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, WiFi-based, Bluetooth.
  • You also want trueplay tuning.
Sonos review

Questions people ask

Is August Smart Lock or Sonos better?
Neither clearly leads. August Smart Lock starts at On request and Sonos at $179/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, August Smart Lock or Sonos?
August Smart Lock starts at On request and Sonos at $179/one-time.
Does August Smart Lock or Sonos run on more platforms?
August Smart Lock runs on IOS, Android, Web. Sonos runs on Web, iOS, Android, WiFi-based, Bluetooth.
What is August Smart Lock best used for?
August Smart Lock is most often used for keyless entry, guest access, remote unlock, activity monitoring. Of those, keyless entry and guest access are not what Sonos is typically brought in for.
What can August Smart Lock do that Sonos cannot?
August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Auto-Unlock, Guest Access, Activity Log. Sonos covers Multi-Room Audio, Trueplay Tuning, Voice Control, Streaming Services. Both handle Alexa, IOS support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Sonos: Does Sonos support offline listening?

Sonos requires WiFi connectivity for setup, streaming services, and multi-room playback. Local playback via Bluetooth is available on some models like Roam 2 and Move 2, but streamed content cannot be played without internet.

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Sonos: What are the starting prices for new Sonos speakers in 2026?

The new Sonos Play costs $299 with 24-hour battery and portability, while the Era 100 SL costs $189 without microphone for basic streaming. Existing models range from Roam 2 at $179 to Move 2 at $489.99.

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Sonos: Can I use Sonos with voice assistants?

Sonos speakers support Alexa for voice control and can play Spotify, Apple Music, and other services via voice. Latest models have Alexa built-in, while older models can use the Sonos Alexa skill.

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Sonos: What music services does Sonos support?

Sonos works with Spotify (with Spotify Connect), Apple Music, and over 100 streaming services through the Sonos app, with direct voice control for popular services.

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