Best Sono+ alternatives: apps like Sono+: Remote for Sonos

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.3 avg rating

6 free apps

Updated November 2026

Paul Boyce

Whether you want more options like Sono+ or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Sono+

Lyd - Sonos Control & Widgets by App Lane OU

Widgets, Shortcuts & Watch

Editor's Choice

🎵 Music

4.4😊(355 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Control your Sonos system directly from your iPhone's Home Screen, Lock Screen, or Apple Watch. Enjoy instant playback control, volume adjustments, and speaker management without needing to open the main app or unlock your device.

What We Love

🚀 Seamless Sonos control
👍 Intuitive and easy to use
🔒 Reliable and stable
💡 Convenient Apple Watch integration
🚀 Fast and responsive
👍 Excellent value for money

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
🔋 Drains Apple Watch battery
🔒 Requires Sonos account login

Sonify by LUCAS TITUS

Control your Sonos system

Strong Contender

🎵 Music

4.5😊(154 ratings)

Free

Enhance your Sonos experience with a third-party controller offering faster, smoother, and more convenient playback controls. Enjoy improved navigation, a refined UI, and smart playlist management for a truly optimized listening session.

What We Love

🚀 Blazing fast performance
👍 Intuitive and user-friendly UI
🔒 Reliable and stable
💡 Innovative features beyond official app

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional bugs or glitches

SonoSequencr by Marcus Pleintinger

Sonos Automation & Scenes

Worth Considering

🎵 Music

4.7😊(116 ratings)

$2.99In-App Purchases

#100in Music

Automate recurring tasks for your Sonos system with a single tap. Create custom sequences for grouping speakers, adjusting volume, setting timers, and more. Control your audio setup from your iPhone, Apple Watch, or widgets.

What We Love

🚀 Adds advanced Sonos capabilities
💡 Enables features not in official app
🔊 Enhances home theater soundstage
🎧 Allows pairing of different speaker models
🔧 Developer provides excellent support
✨ Simplifies complex Sonos configurations
💰 Good value for money
🛠️ Enables custom speaker setups
✅ Works as advertised for many users
🌟 Transforms Sonos system experience
🔄 Integrates with existing Sonos setup
⚡ Quick setup for experienced users
👍 Highly recommended by users
💡 Enables dual subwoofer setups
🔊 Creates richer audio experience

Room to Improve

🤔 Can be complex/not intuitive
🐛 Some users report system issues
⚠️ Experimental features may vary
📈 Subscription model introduced
❓ Lack of clear guides/tutorials for some
🎨 UI could be more aesthetically pleasing
🔌 Potential WiFi connection issues
🔄 Widget functionality removed/broken
❌ Some features not working as expected
💡 Trueplay not always easily enabled
🚫 Phantom speakers created in Sonos app
🎛️ Configuration can be fiddly

More apps like Sono+

Orto - For Sonos

Multi-Device Remote for Sonos

$5.99

Control your Sonos system effortlessly across all your Apple devices. Manage music playback, adjust volume, group speakers, and even make home announcements with a fast and reliable interface. Supports both S1 and S2 systems.

Multi-device Sonos controlFast playback and volume adjustmentsSpeaker grouping and ungrouping

Best experience on Sonos S1/S2

$3.99

Control all your Sonos devices from a single, intuitive app. Features an integrated browser for quick information retrieval and streamlined controls for common tasks, reducing the number of taps needed.

Unified control for all Sonos devicesIntuitive and elegant user interfaceIntegrated web browser for information

Best experience on Sonos S1/S2

$3.99

This app offers a streamlined and faster way to control your Sonos system, featuring a cleaner interface and backward compatibility with S1 firmware. It simplifies common tasks, allowing for quicker navigation and management of zones and music sources.

Faster common task completionCleaner, stable, and fast interfaceSupports Sonos S1 firmware

MusicBox: Catalog and Organize

Music Backlog & Album Tracker

Free

Catalog and organize your music library from any service. Tag, rate, and add notes to albums and songs. Create custom lists and automate organization with smart search and auto-tagging. Seamlessly add music from any app or website and sync across all your Apple devices.

Catalog albums and songs from any serviceCustomizable tagging and notesSmart Search for custom lists

Live SFX for Podcasts & Events

Free

This app provides a powerful and intuitive interface for controlling, organizing, and playing audio tracks live. It's ideal for podcasters, performers, and audio enthusiasts looking to enhance their sound production and live events with custom soundscapes and effects.

Import, record, and manage audio tracksLive track triggering with hotkeysOn-the-fly recording and editing

S1 - S2 Controller for Sonos

Sonos Speaker & Soundbar

Free

Control your Sonos and other Bluetooth speakers with ease. Automatically discover nearby speakers and stream music from your gallery or local storage. Record and play sound clips on demand for a more powerful audio experience.

Automatic speaker detectionStream music from galleryStream music from local storage

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