Got a Mac and a Sonos system? You can send any browser audio from your Mac straight to your Sonos speakers — YouTube, podcasts, radio, web players — without AirPlay or extra apps. The free Cast to Sonos Chrome extension makes it a few clicks, and it works the same on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
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What you'll need
- A Mac running Chrome (or Edge, Brave, or another Chromium browser)
- A Sonos speaker on the same network
- The audio you want to play, open in a tab
Step-by-step: Cast to Sonos from your Mac
1. Install Cast to Sonos on your Mac
Open Chrome (or Edge, Brave, or another Chromium browser) on your Mac and add the Cast to Sonos extension from the Chrome Web Store.
2. Open the audio you want to play
Open any tab with audio or video — YouTube, a podcast, a radio stream, or a web player.
3. Open the Cast to Sonos extension
Click the Cast to Sonos icon in the toolbar to open the casting panel.
4. Choose your Sonos room
Select the Sonos speaker or group you want to stream to.
5. Press play
Press play and the audio streams from your Mac to your Sonos speakers.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Cast to Sonos work on Mac?
Yes. Cast to Sonos runs in Chrome and other Chromium browsers (Edge, Brave, Vivaldi) on macOS, including both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. If the browser runs, the extension works.
Does it work in Safari?
The extension is built for Chrome and Chromium browsers, so use Chrome, Edge, or Brave on your Mac. If you prefer Safari for browsing, just open the audio you want to cast in Chrome.
Should I use AirPlay or Cast to Sonos on a Mac?
If your Sonos supports AirPlay 2, your Mac can AirPlay to it natively. Cast to Sonos is better when you want to send a specific browser tab's audio, or want it to work the same across Mac, Windows, and Linux.
Is it free?
Yes. The free tier streams in mono with no account required. Premium unlocks HD stereo audio and multi-room groups.