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Contributor I
Jan 9, 2023 1:29 PM UTC
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BR000 vs BR100 Bridges

Hi, I have and Sonos 1 system and want to expand it. On Ebay there are used Bridges model BR000 and BR100 or I can get a new Boost. Is there any difference?

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controlav
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Lead Maestro
Jan 9, 2023 1:30 PM UTC

Bridges are S1 only with failing power supplies, avoid.

Boosts are S1 and S2 and a lot better in every regard.

Author of the leading independent Sonos apps for Android, MacOS, iOS, Windows and Xbox.

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controlav
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Lead Maestro
Jan 9, 2023 1:30 PM UTC

Bridges are S1 only with failing power supplies, avoid.

Boosts are S1 and S2 and a lot better in every regard.

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Contributor I
Jan 9, 2023 2:34 PM UTC

Bridges are S1 only with failing power supplies, avoid.

Boosts are S1 and S2 and a lot better in every regard.

Thank you! This happened to a BR000 I had already. Do you know if there’s a difference between BR000 and BR100?

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buzz
Grand Maestro
Jan 9, 2023 6:29 PM UTC

Yes, there is a difference between BR000 and BR100, but these differences are not published. 

I know that you can get nice discounts for a used BRIDGE. At one point they were given away with the purchase of a player. In my opinion it’s not worth the trouble to chase that discount. A failed or failing power supply is very likely. Plus, the BOOST radios are much improved.

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Mr. T
Jan 9, 2023 7:06 PM UTC

The only reason to buy a used BRIDGE today is for the potential 15% upgrade credit now available on the device.

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Jan 9, 2023 10:08 PM UTC

How big is your system and how good is your WiFi? You may not need a Bridge or a Boost.  Could you wire a speaker or player instead of a Bridge?

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