A good app that needs nextgen updating
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.
Handy!
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.
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.
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Need newer widget capability
Works well enough, but I’d much rather see this in the native widgets rather than being stuck on the Today screen.
Simple to set up and use
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.
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.
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Was a good app but I can’t get it to work again.
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.
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Response from developer
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!
Great Sonos App
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!
Watch App stopped working??
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.
Phone and iPad widgets work fine, it’s just the watch app having issues. Help Please!
This app is insanely handy when it works.
Works Great - Including with New S2 Operating System
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.
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.
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Response from developer
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! :)
Works well ish
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.
Now the question is when will the update hit to work with the S2 app.
Try it
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.
Nice update
It now connects immediately - I had connection problems before. Super UI/UX design. Thanks! Now useful on Apple Watch. Will use it everyday.
Breaks Sonos
Reply to developer: Yes it did break Sonos in that the Sonos app could no longer connect to the speakers right after I installed this app. The connections would time out. As soon as I deleted this app, Sonos starts working again and could connect to the speakers just like before. So sorry but that is exactly what happened. If you want to deny that, have at it. But I won't reinstall the app and would recommend others do so either.
What a waste of money. This app totally broke Sonos. As soon as I deleted the app, Sonos app started working again. How do I get a refund? Sheesh. Awful product.
What a waste of money. This app totally broke Sonos. As soon as I deleted the app, Sonos app started working again. How do I get a refund? Sheesh. Awful product.
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Response from developer
Hi! Sonobit does not in any way break you Sonos system. Please email us at info@toricbits.com and we will gladly have a look at the issues you’re experiencing.
Outstanding
It took a while to understand how to set it up. Once it’s up and running....bliss!! Good job. Highly recommended!
Excellent App!
I’ve been using it for about 2 weeks now with my Apple Watch 3 and no complaints. It covers all the critical functionality I need, including grouping zones which is key for me. It works reliably if Sonos is already turned on, however, I cannot turn on or “play” Sonos from “off” with my watch. It is shocking Sonos has not created their own watch app, this is a great app!
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Response from developer
Thanks for taking the time to write a review! Not sure I completely understand the issue where you could not turn your system “on” from being “off”. Please send us an email at info@toricbits.com and we can have a look at it.
Doesn’t Work That Great
I don’t normally do reviews but thought I should as I’m currently disappointed that I had to pay for this. I bought this for basic control of my Sonos in my gym from my watch. One room, 4 speakers. The app kind of works, but there’s a lengthy delay. All I want is to be able to turn music down quick so I can talk to my class and then crank it back up. So unless I’m doing something wrong or missing something, I’d love a refund.
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Useful for Watch
Provides basic controls for Watch os5. It easily found all my Sonos units and allows room switching, but only after learning that a Force Touch (holding down your finger on main screen) switches to a two button menu with “Groups” & “Mute” controls. “Groups” control allows you to switch rooms. All I wanted was mute and volume controls from Watch while system is already on and this app provides that.
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Response from developer
Thanks for the review. Happy to hear you enjoy Sonobit!
Almost Perfect
Nice app. Bought primarily for Apple Watch support, which is my backup when phone is not near. Two items would make perfect. One is instant volume control using the crown to support the frequent use case when you cannot move your attention to the screen. (Think kids:) Second would be adding a small complication that would allow faster launching of the app when you do have access to the watch face. Is either in your future?
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Response from developer
Thanks for the kind review! And thanks for the terrific feedback. We will definitely consider your ideas for a future update.
Getting better as I use it
Widget works fine on iPhone but not as well on Apple Watch. Have to reinstall anytime I control something else from watch and try to go back. No updates in a year? Possibly could be why it doesn’t work properly.
Waste of time, money and potential to wreck your settings
I thought what a great idea! I have Sonos speakers in three rooms and a Sub so switching between them from my Apple Watch—great! But while I could get it added to the widgets on my iPhone XS, I couldn’t get it to show on my Apple Watch Series 4. I restarted my phone, my watch, no joy. What it seemingly DID DO was suddenly eliminate my ability to control even my iPhone music from my watch. I had to reset both AGAIN to get that functionality back. Don’t waste your time and money!!
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Sonos - Apple Watch Connection
I am a Sonos lover and have been highly disappointed that Sonos did not offer Apple Watch support. This app does EXACTLY what it says it does. Quick download. Automatically connected to my Sonos. I can control the music and different groups on my Apple Watch. Thank you. Crown dial control of volume would be nice but still a great app for anyone with Sonos and an Apple Watch!!!!
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Response from developer
Thanks for the nice review! We’re happy that you enjoy Sonobit! :)
