- Is the open-box Beam the same as the new Beam Gen 2?
- Yes. Both listings describe the Sonos Beam Gen 2 with Dolby Atmos, Alexa and Google Assistant. The difference is condition and warranty, not sound.
- Is the open-box Beam worth the savings?
- At $271.00 versus $499.00 new at Adorama as of November 7, 2026, you save about $228. Take it if you can live with open-box warranty terms; pay new for peace of mind.
- Which is better for a small living room?
- Either one. The Beam is 25.63 inches wide and 2.68 inches tall, so it fits under most TVs. Add a Sub for more bass in a larger room.
- Does the Beam support Dolby Atmos?
- Yes, both listings confirm Dolby Atmos. It is virtual Atmos from a single bar, so height effects are modest compared with a bar that has up-firing drivers.
- Can I use it with an older TV without HDMI ARC?
- The open-box listing includes an optical audio input, which suits older TVs. The new listing lists HDMI only, so check your TV's ports before buying new.
- Does it work with Siri?
- The open-box listing names Siri alongside Alexa and Google Assistant. AirPlay 2 lets you send audio from Apple devices, but Siri control is limited compared with Alexa.