Sonos S1 Controller

Sonos S1 Controller

Control for older products

821K ratings
1736 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 28, 2008
  • February 25, 2026
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Manage your older Sonos systems with ease. This app allows you to control volume, group rooms, set alarms, and stream from your favorite services. Enjoy thousands of free stations with Sonos Radio.

Control older Sonos products
Adjust volume
Group rooms
Save favorites
Set alarms
Stream from services
Listen to Sonos Radio
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What's New in Sonos S1 Controller

11.16.1

February 25, 2026

Renamed the Sonos S1 Controller, this app supports systems that include the oldest Sonos products. Systems supported by this app will continue to receive bug fixes and security patches but will not receive new software features found in the new Sonos S2 app and will not be compatible with Sonos products released after May 2020. For more information, please visit https://support.sonos.com/topic/sonos-apps

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Last updated on August 28, 2026.

User reviews

Disconnect sensitivity

So many issues with connecting to WiFi- inter connecting more than one speaker, odd model numbers, the flashing lights that don’t match the colors instructions etc etc etc.

Still sucks

Lordy they need to be fired!

Rubbish

Rubbish. Old app rubbish. Every time I switch on Sonos, I’m asked to reconnect to my network, every single time! Often doesn’t connect. Same with this app. I’m going to go back to being old school, start using devices that don’t need apps. This is honestly getting ridiculous.

Losing connection on a regular basis

I have my main system on S2 with a few holdouts still on S1. Guess Sonos is forcing me to upgrade.

Dysfunction at its finest

Ranks as probably the number one most frustrating expensive experience of any of my purchases. I invested in 13 Sonos speakers and with each “new generation” the syncing functionality has decreased and decreased, let alone the speakers even being found to begin with. One day five will only be found, the next day one, today I have 9 functioning. Yesterday, only 4. Considering the thousands of dollars I have spent, I know of no other WiFi based operating system which is so inconsistent and aggravating.
And I’m not alone. Many of my clients and friends roll their eyes and have their own stories of dysfunction when I observe that they have Sonos speakers. We have hired professional audio persons who state the same. Even after purchasing WiFi boosters (additional $500) we are again experiencing the same poor performance after a brief three month slight upgrade. As an owner of a 25 year old company, I can’t imagine selling such a poor experience with no resolution over the length of time which complaints have been out there on social media and on Sonos’s platform.
Aside from that, they look great. 🙄
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

App fails to recognize speakers

Bug

Music playback randomly cuts out

Bug

Inability to control volume from lock screen

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Restore previous app interface

Feature

Improve search and playlist management

Feature

Add Bluetooth connectivity

Feature

Better integration with personal music libraries

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FAQ

What does the Sonos S1 Controller app do?

The Sonos S1 Controller app is designed to manage and control older Sonos systems. It allows you to adjust volume levels, group different rooms together for synchronized playback, save your favorite music sources, and set alarms. You can also stream content from various popular services directly through the app.

What specific older Sonos products does this app control?

This app is specifically for systems that include the earliest Sonos products. This includes Zone Players, the Play:5 (Gen 1), Bridge, Connect (Gen 1), and Connect:Amp (Gen 1). It is not compatible with newer Sonos products.

Is the Sonos S1 Controller app free to use?

Yes, the Sonos S1 Controller app is free to download and use. The description does not mention any subscription fees or upfront costs for the app itself. However, it does indicate that the app has ads.

Can I stream music from services like Spotify or Apple Music?

Yes, you can connect your streaming services to the app. This allows you to browse and play music, podcasts, radio, and audiobooks from these services all within a single interface. The app also offers Sonos Radio, which provides thousands of free stations.

What are the main benefits of using this app?

The primary benefit is the ability to control your older Sonos audio system. You can easily manage playback across multiple rooms, access your preferred streaming services, and enjoy a wide variety of audio content, including free stations from Sonos Radio, all from one central application.