While I don't own Auralic, I have a Zenith MK3 and also had an opticalRendu before I sold it. I compared the Zenith and opticalRendu side by side and found the Zenith to be better. They're both good but Zenith gets you much closer to the so-called "analog" sound signature than opticalRendu. Just my 2 cents.
Sonore Opticalrendu vs Auralic Aries G1.1
I was hoping someone here had some direct experience with the opticalrendu and the Auralic Aries G1 or 1.1. I'm narrowing down my streamer choice to go with my recently arrived Merason DAC1. Comparisons to Innuos are also welcome as I have a Zenith MKIII in the house in a different system and I'm familiar the sound. Not interested in anything that can't do Roon. Thanks!