C5 MkII W Classic vs Sonos Era 300
Side-by-side on the specs that matter, with category winners and an opinionated take to help you decide.
Choosing between a portable, self-contained travel speaker and a premium smart home hub you can take with you.
Pick the Audio Pro C5 MkII if you want a rugged, battery-powered speaker that's ready for a beach or park without needing Wi-Fi.
Pick the Sonos Era 300 if your travel includes longer stays in Wi-Fi-enabled lodgings where you want immersive, room-filling sound.
- —C5 MkII is truly portable with a battery, while Era 300 relies on a wall outlet for power.
- —Era 300 offers superior spatial audio and voice control, which the C5 MkII lacks.
- —C5 MkII is a simpler, self-contained unit, whereas Era 300 is designed as part of a larger multi-room system.
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