Music is no longer something that you listen to just on the radio and in jukeboxes. Instead, we have small handheld speakers, like the Sonos Roam, that can stream our music to allow us to listen from anywhere. Sonos Roam needs to be recharged after 10 hours of use, but can you use it while charging?

The Sonos Roam can be used while charging. However, it could cause the charging process to take longer than the estimated two hours. You could speed up the charging time by using a stronger adapter.

Of course, when you’re investing in a new device for your home, you need to know more about how to use and take care of the device so that you can make the most use of it—especially being careful when it comes to energy efficiency. So, we will go over how to ensure that you don’t overwork your Sonos Roam to get a longer life out of it.

What Are The Benefits Of Not Using The Roam While Charging?

Keep in mind that while you can use your Roam speaker while charging, it doesn’t mean that you should. Some benefits of turning off your speaker while charging are:

  • Boost performance. Your device needs a break sometimes, so to keep it in good condition, turn it off while charging.Faster Charging. The device could die if in use while charging because it already takes a long time to charge.Keep your Roam in good condition. If the Roam does happen to die while charging it could cause damage to the charging cells.

How To Charge My Sonos Roam?

There are multiple ways to charge your Sonos Roam. As mentioned above, it has a cable, a USB-C, included in the package but does not include an adapter. An adapter that you use to charge your phone will work to charge your device. Sonos Roam can also be charged wirelessly.

The adapter you typically use for your phone is strong enough to charge your Sonos Roam, but slowly. It takes about 2 hours for your device to be fully charged. If you want your device to charge quicker, an adapter at 15w is enough to do the job.

Suppose you want to avoid using cables to charge your Roam. In that case, Sonos also has a Qi wireless charger available. This charging base connects magnetically to your Roam. However, any Qi wireless charger will work fine with Roam if Sono’s model is not available to you.

How Long Does a Fully Charged Sonos Roam Last?

A Sonos Roam can last 10 hours on a full charge if the device is in continuous use. If the device is idle or on a “stand-by,” it could last up to 10 days. Volume, Bluetooth, and heat exposure are other factors that can affect battery life.

Having the volume increase all the way or on high can decrease the battery life. This is because it takes more energy input to make a strong output, such as an increased volume. If you want to keep your battery from dying quickly, it is in your best interest to have your speaker at a reasonable volume.

Bluetooth can also drain your battery by 6.6% when actively using the feature and only 1.8% when you’re not. So while it doesn’t drain much battery on a device like Sonos, it could still be a contributing factor to the low life of your speaker.

Additionally, Heat exposure is not only an issue for your car battery or your phone; it can also affect your Sonos Roam speaker. When your device overheats, it takes protective measures to keep it working. This includes slowing down the performance and ultimately using more battery power. Suppose your device is overheated for too long. In that case, it will damage the battery permanently, which causes the battery to die faster regularly.

Can I Leave My Sonos Roam Plugged in All The Time?

You can leave your Sonos Roam plugged in all of the time. In the past, it was common knowledge that if you leave a device charging for too long, you could overheat it and cause issues with the battery. However, technology has improved, and this is no longer the case.

Now, it doesn’t matter if your battery is full or not for you to use your Sonos Roam. Some users plan to leave it plugged in and only take it off the charger when on the move.

Conclusion

Finally, the Sonos Roam has many benefits regarding its battery and its usage. You can charge via the traditional corn or wirelessly through a magnetic charging base. And no matter how you charge your Roam device, you can actively use it to listen to music.

Of course, you could take your Roam off the charger, but it will only last about 10 hours if it is continuously active. However, if you want to have the battery life last longer, it is best to turn it off while not in use. Luckily, if you forget to shut it off, Roam has an automatic “stand-by” to save your battery.