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The world of connected audio devices is becoming increasingly diverse, and two of the options on the wireless amplifier market are the UniFi PowerAMP from Ubiquiti and the Sonos AMP. Both devices offer a solution for seamless audio streaming and multi-room entertainment, but are aimed at different user needs and use cases. In this article, we take a closer look at both products to highlight their strengths, features and differences.
UniFi PowerAMP: A new player in the premium audio market
The UniFi PowerAMP is a new product from Ubiquiti, a company known for its network solutions such as switches, Unifi Dream Machines, access points and surveillance cameras. The PowerAMP represents Ubiquiti’s first foray into audio.
Key features of the UniFi PowerAMP
- 130 watts per channel with 8 ohms
- (2) speaker terminal outputs (banana plugs)
- (1) RCA analog subwoofer output
- (2) RCA analog inputs for the left and right channel
- (1) HDMI eARC input with immersive spatial sound powered by Dolby Atmos
- 1.43″ rotary control with screen
- Stereo and dual mono sound
- Dimensions: 217 x 236.8 x 63.7 mm
Sonos AMP: A proven market leader
The Sonos AMP is a popular and well-established amplifier that is part of the extensive ecosystem of Sonos, a company that specializes in wireless audio products.
Key features of the Sonos AMP
- 125W per channel with 8 ohms
- 1x HDMI eARC input
- 2x RCA analog inputs (L/R)
- 1x RCA analog subwoofer output
- 2x GbE RJ45 ports
- 2x Speaker terminal (banana plugs)
- Dimensions: 217 x 217 x 64 mm
In direct comparison
| UniFi PowerAMP | Sonos AMP |
| 130 watts per channel with 8 ohms | 125W per channel with 8 Ohm |
| Stereo and dual mono sound | Stereo |
| 1x HDMI eARC input | 1x HDMI eARC input |
| 2x RCA analog inputs (L/R) | 2x RCA analog inputs (L/R) |
| 1x RCA analog subwoofer output | 1x RCA analog subwoofer output |
| 2x GbE RJ45 ports | 2x GbE RJ45 ports |
| 2x Speaker Terminal Outputs ( Banana Plug) | 2x Speaker Terminal Outputs ( Banana Plug) |
| 8.5 x 9.3 x 2.5 inches / 217 x 236.8 x 63.7 mm | 8.54 x 8.54 x 2.52 inches / 217 x 217 x 64 mm |
| 677,11€ RRP | 799€ RRP |
A Reddit user compared the two devices visually:
The devices are very similar, not only in terms of the housing, but also in terms of the connections and performance. The app solution from both manufacturers is not yet completely satisfactory for users, although Ubiquiti in particular is known for working hard on the software components after product release.
If you already own Sonos sound equipment, you would probably go for the SONOS AMP. If you are a newcomer, you can also opt for the Unifi PowerAMP. However, no other audio equipment from Ubiquiti is known to date,
