# Sonobit - Remote for Sonos > Feature-rich widget and Apple Watch remote for controlling Sonos audio systems. (iPhone/iPad app by Tom Gyllenhammar.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonobit-remote-for-sonos/id1023126989 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Tom Gyllenhammar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1023126988) - Category: Music, Utilities - Price: $2.99 - Rating: 3.17/5 from 103 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 40 MB - Languages: English, German, Swedish - Released: 2015-08-11 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonobit-remote-for-sonos/id1023126989/reviews.md ## What is Sonobit? ”... a must for virtually every owner of a Sonos audio system” (iTopnews) Sonobit is the most feature-packed remote widget for Sonos on the market. You don’t even have to unlock your iPhone/iPad to access advanced features like group control and ”Pause All”. Just swipe to the right on the Home screen or the Lock screen of your iPhone/iPad to access the widget. Sonobit also runs on your Apple Watch! It gives you the full set of media buttons and shows the currently playing song and album art. List of features: - Full support for IKEA SYMFONISK speakers - Either run Sonobit as a collapsed, minimalistic widget or an expanded, full-featured widget - Control groups of speakers - Pause all your Sonos speakers with just one tap - Toggle repeat and shuffle - Play/pause, skip tracks, adjust volume and mute - View the currently playing song and album art - Hold your finger on volume down to mute and on volume up to unmute in collapsed state - Launch the official Sonos app by tapping the album art - VoiceOver - Available in English, German and Swedish No setup is required! Sonobit automatically detects all your Sonos devices instantly. That also means that if you’re on a friend’s Wi-Fi, Sonobit will automatically reconfigure itself and connect to your friend’s Sonos system! Don’t know how to add a widget like Sonobit? - It’s a piece of cake: 1. Swipe down from the top of the screen and then right. 2. Scroll down and tap Edit. 3. Tap the plus sign next to the Sonobit widget. 4. Pull it to the top of the list for easy access. ========= REVIEWS ========= Caschys Blog: 5 STARS (http://stadt-bremerhaven.de/sonobit-sonos-per-widget-unter-ios-steuern/) iTopnews: 8.3/10 - ”… a must for virtually every owner of a Sonos audio system” (http://www.itopnews.de/2016/01/sonobit-remote-app-fuer-sonos-mit-grossem-update/) Multiroomlautsprecher.de: "... sie ist jeden Cent wert [it's worth every penny]!" (http://www.multiroomlautsprecher.de/sonos-mit-gesperrtem-iphone-bedienen/) appgefahren.de: "Wer ein Sonos-Lautsprecher-System sein Eigen nennt, sollte sich diese praktische Möglichkeit, die Musik zu steuern, durchaus einmal genauer ansehen." (http://www.appgefahren.de/sonobit-multiroom-lautsprecher-auch-mit-gesperrtem-iphone-per-widget-oder-watch-steuern-159308.html) ========= SUPPORT ========= In rare cases, Sonobit is unable to automatically discover Sonos devices. This may be because UPnP is not enabled on your router. If Sonobit says "No Sonos system available", you can manually add your Sonos devices. Start the Settings app on your iPhone/iPad and tap Sonobit. Follow the instructions there for adding your devices and finish by launching the Sonobit iPhone/iPad app once for the settings to take effect. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need assistance or have any questions or comments. We always enjoy hearing from you! Not affiliated with Sonos, Inc. To learn more about Sonos and download the official Sonos app, please visit www.sonos.com/support. ## Key features - Widget control without unlocking device - Apple Watch app with media controls - Group speaker control - Pause all speakers with one tap - View currently playing song and album art - Full IKEA SYMFONISK speaker support - Automatic device detection ## Recent user reviews (10 of 50) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonobit-remote-for-sonos/id1023126989/reviews.md ### 5/5 — A good app that needs nextgen updating *2022-12-21, version 3.4* This app has treated me well for some time now. But with the new generation of widgets out there, it’s time for an update. This is still the old style of widget that exists to the left of the homepage. But again, it has served me well. ### 5/5 — Handy! *2022-02-01, version 3.4* Handy app for something Sonos should support, but doesn’t. After I got a new phone I had to find the “customize” link on the Home Screen.. not the plus to add a widget. Support replied in literally 2 minutes with the answer to my question.. amazing! Now I can see and control Sonia from the Lock Screen again. Yay. ### 4/5 — Need newer widget capability *2021-02-23, version 3.4* Works well enough, but I’d much rather see this in the native widgets rather than being stuck on the Today screen. ### 4/5 — Simple to set up and use *2020-12-06, version 3.4* Using with a phone and watch on S1 speakers. Works really well for control of playback and volume. No grouping settings, so maybe not what you need if you swap groupings quite a bit. Would give it 5 stars but the UI could use some polish: - No clear indication when playing vs paused on watch. - Volume control is increment/decrement with no indication of current volume. Would be nice to have a slider. ### 3/5 — Was a good app but I can’t get it to work again. *2020-11-13, version 3.4* Ever since the updates to the watch the watch app appears to be broken for me. It will find my system and will sometimes play and pause but it will absolutely not control the volume. The iPhone app appears to be doing its job though it constantly has to refine my system seconds after I just used it. The watch app has been removed and reinstalled repeatedly for me with no luck controlling the system consistently. **Developer response:** Sorry to hear that you have issues with Sonobit on your Apple Watch. Please reach out to us at info@toricbits.com and we will gladly help you out! ### 5/5 — Great Sonos App *2020-11-04, version 3.4* Really needed this! Works on Apple Watch as well, which is a dream come true. Great online support as well, responded almost immediately and resolved user error. Thanks! ### 5/5 — Watch App stopped working?? *2020-10-04, version 3.4* Deleted app and reinstalled several times. Watch app recognizes Sonia system and different rooms but will not actually control speakers. Phone and iPad widgets work fine, it’s just the watch app having issues. Help Please! This app is insanely handy when it works. ### 5/5 — Works Great - Including with New S2 Operating System *2020-06-20, version 3.3.1* Recently built a new pool and wanted a quick and easy solution to have control over my patio speakers from my Apple Watch while in the pool. Never understood why Sonos would not provide a watch app. This does the trick very seamlessly, including controlling speakers running on the new S2 platform. Basic controls (play, pause, volume, skip forward and back, etc. and ability to choose what zone you want). Can’t choose new content (as it only controls what is already playing or already in the queue) but was never advertised to do so and that is likely a feature that only Sonos could implement. Highly recommended for the features mentioned above if you want to skip songs and change volume from the pool or spa without needing your phone. **Developer response:** Thank you very much for leaving a review! Happy to read that you enjoy Sonobit for the exact reasons we built it. Enjoy the summer (and your Sonos system) from your pool! :) ### 3/5 — Works well ish *2020-06-08, version 3.3.1* Controls volume and skips songs. Couldn’t get grouping to work via the 3D plus but think that is more of the watch issue. Now the question is when will the update hit to work with the S2 app. ### 5/5 — Try it *2020-01-03, version 3.3.1* Wasn’t sure given the reviews but this app is fantastic. Does exactly what it claims and no issues so far. So useful and reliable I’ve installed it on every iOS device in the house. ## Frequently asked questions about Sonobit ### What does Sonobit do? Sonobit provides a remote control interface for your Sonos audio system. It allows you to manage playback, control speaker groups, and access advanced features directly from your iPhone's Home screen or Lock screen widgets, and also from your Apple Watch. ### What are the key features of Sonobit? Key features include controlling speaker groups, pausing all speakers with a single tap, toggling repeat and shuffle, play/pause, track skipping, volume adjustment, and viewing current song information. It also offers a minimalistic or full-featured widget and runs on Apple Watch. ### How much does Sonobit cost? Based on the provided information, Sonobit is a paid application. Reviews suggest it is 'worth every penny', indicating a one-time purchase model. ### What devices is Sonobit compatible with? Sonobit is designed for iPhone and iPad, offering widget functionality on these devices. It also has a dedicated app for Apple Watch. It supports all Sonos devices, including IKEA SYMFONISK speakers. ### How do I set up Sonobit? Sonobit requires no initial setup as it automatically detects your Sonos devices. If automatic detection fails, you can manually add your devices through the app's settings on your iPhone or iPad. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 3.4 — 2020-09-21 Fully compatible with iOS 14 and watchOS 7. ## Apps similar to Sonobit | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [SonoPhone for Sonos](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonophone-for-sonos/id815251931) | 4.4 (226) | $3.99 | Music | | [KeyStage](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keystage/id1406132634) | 4.7 (37) | $29.99 | Music | | [Lyd - Sonos Control & Widgets](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lyd-sonos-control-and-widgets/id1451243766) | 4.4 (346) | Free | Music | | [Clic for Sonos](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clic-for-sonos/id6451395577) | 4.4 (32) | Free | Music | | [Sidecar MIDI Controller](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sidecar-midi-controller/id1073305840) | 4.9 (14) | $4.99 | Music | | [Orto - For Sonos](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orto-for-sonos/id1558120893) | 4.0 (44) | $5.99 | Music | ## More apps by Tom Gyllenhammar - [Speed - Speedometer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-speedometer/id1139923917) All apps by Tom Gyllenhammar: https://appshunter.io/developer/1023126988 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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