then the HomePod is probably the way to go — but if you don’t mind using AirPlay and could stand to save a little cash, then you should probably go for the Sonos Era 100, which ultimately ...

If you have other Sonos speakers, the Era 100 connects seamlessly to them and delivers an excellent overall experience. But it also stands strong on its own – ideal if it's your first Sonos speaker.

That’s right, these are no mere sales. The Era 100 is the company’s entry-level smart speaker. Photo by Tucker Bowe for Gear Patrol The Sonos Era 100 is arguably the company’s most important speaker.