TOP 12 best soundbars by customer reviews

Soundbar is a good option to improve the standard acoustics of the TV. Recently, with the development of technology, these compact devices have become worthy competitors for home theaters. But not all of them produce a good sound. How not to make a mistake when choosing a device and not overpay for unnecessary functions? Very simple: you need to familiarize yourself with this TOP-12 rating of the best soundbars, which I compiled based on expert reviews and user reviews. For convenience, I have grouped the models by increasing the price, and please note that the budget does not mean bad: among them there are even models with an external subwoofer.

TOP 5 low-cost soundbars to

Most low-cost models are sound panels with several pairs of speakers (tweeters and woofers) inside. Often suffer from a lack of bass. The situation is saved by an external subwoofer, which can be purchased separately, and in some inexpensive sound bars it is even included. Suitable for improving the sound of TVs, but do not expect them to have the ideal sound.

Xiaomi Mi TV Soundbar

The most affordable soundbar in the ranking. It has 4 speakers, a total power of 28 W and 4 passive radiators, mini-Jack (3.5 mm), RCA, optical input, coaxial S / P-DIF, can work via Bluetooth. The control is simple - the buttons for switching to the desired sound source and for changing the volume are located on the top panel of the device and are indicated by the corresponding symbols and inscriptions. Installation - wall or shelf. Price - .

Pros:

• materials and build quality;
• price;
• good sound;
• convenient and quick switching between sources;
• work on bluetooth.

Minuses:

• only in white - easily soiled;
• no USB, HDMI, SD slot;
• no remote control;
• not enough treble and bass;
• poor sound quality via Bluetooth;
• insufficient volume margin;
• There are compatibility issues with LG TVs.

Build illusions is not worth it. This soundbar is not suitable for arranging a home theater or use in a sports bar. His task is to improve the sound of the TV, and he copes with it with dignity. At the output you get a good balanced sound for watching your favorite movies and TV shows in rooms up to 20 m². Given its price, this is an excellent result, and the bonus can transmit sound via Bluetooth, however, its quality is doubtful, there are delays.

Sony HT-SF150

This two-channel model with a power of 120 W can already be considered as an option for arranging a home theater for little money. S-Force virtual surround technology, 4 voice modes and 2 voice effects. All this wealth can be controlled by touch buttons on the body and remote control (included). Sound is transmitted via USB A, optical input, HDMI, and Bluetooth 4.2. Installation - wall or shelf. Price - .

Pros:

• materials, build quality;
• price (the most budget option in the manufacturer's lineup);
• good surround sound;
• Dolby Digital support;
• large volume margin;
• remote control is included;
• works via bluetooth.

Minuses:

• little bass;
• no connection via AUX;
• inconveniently located connectors. If the soundbar is hanging on the wall, you have to remove it to connect a new device.

The sound of this soundbar is voluminous and detailed even in the absence of a subwoofer. However, bass is still not enough. I can recommend it for home theater equipment for less demanding users with limited financial resources. If the purpose of the purchase is to improve the sound of the TV, you can save. I recommend Xiaomi Mi TV Soundbar.

Jbl bar studio

One of the sought-after models on the market. There are several reasons - reasonable price () and the proprietary JBL surround bass sound, which the manufacturer achieved by installing a dual bass port and using JBL Surround Sound technology. Connectors: line-out (stereo), digital optical input, USB Type A, HDMI, can be connected via Bluetooth. Power - 30 watts. Management - from the panel on the case or from the remote control. Installation - wall or shelf.

Pros:

• good bass sound;
• built-in mp3 player;
• convenient remote control included;
• works via bluetooth;
• You can control the remote control of most popular TVs.

Minuses:

• at high volume, excess noise is felt;
• incorrect operation of the automatic shutdown mode. May turn off during silent movie scenes.

Suitable for improving the sound of the TV at home in the room up to 20m². The price is almost - For such purposes, it seems to me overpriced, so I would take Xiaomi Mi TV Soundbar or Sony HT-SF150. The second model clearly wins: it is even suitable for arranging home theaters, it is cheaper.

LG SJ3

Soundbar with 2.1 system - 2 pairs of 100 W speakers and a free-standing 200 W subwoofer. In this case, no wires, the subwoofer connects to the soundbar via Bluetooth. Connectors - USB A, mini-Jack (3.5 mm), optical input. Equipped with sound enhancement systems DTS, Dolby Digital, including branded:

1. Adaptive sound control - analyzes the outgoing sound and reduces the bass power to give clarity to the voice in real time.
2. Auto Sound Engine - Optimization of the balance of sound frequencies.

Management - from the panel on the case or the TV remote control of most brands. Price - .

Pros:

• good sound;
• subwoofer connects via bluetooth;
• proprietary sound enhancement technologies;
• works via bluetooth;
• control the TV remote control of most manufacturers.

Minuses:

• no HDMI;
• no equalizer;
• a lot of treble;
• there are delays in sound via bluetooth.

The model is not perfect, but unlike the previous ones, it has a subwoofer in the rating, which allows us to consider it as an option for equipping a home theater at a reasonable price.

YAMAHA YAS-108

Soundbar with a built-in bass-reflex type subwoofer, which many experts consider optimal in terms of price-quality ratio. Power - 120 watts. Support for DTS, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Virtual: X. Connectors: mini-Jack (3.5 mm), optical input, HDMI (input and output). Wireless interfaces - Bluetooth, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant. Price - .

Pros:

• good sound;
• compactness;
• the ability to connect an external subwoofer;
• works via bluetooth;
• Bluetooth Multipoint - connect 2 devices at the same time;
• Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant
• Sound enhancement technology for Clear Voice speech perception;
• choice of control methods (buttons, remote control, application on a smartphone, voice commands).

Minuses:

• the sound is weak, there is no volume compared to soundbars with an external subwoofer;
• LED volume indicators are dim;
• inconvenient arrangement of connectors;
• no USB connector.

Suitable for improving the sound of TV in a small room where it is inappropriate to place an external subwoofer. For all other cases, I recommend a soundbar with a freestanding subwoofer, for example LG SJ3 or more expensive samples.

TOP 4 middle class to

Middle-class soundbars most often come with an external subwoofer, have high sound detail and are balanced in comparison with cheap frequency models. Some have advanced functionality. In Russia, the soundbars of this segment are the most popular because they can replace the home theater system.

JBL Bar 2.1

300W soundbar with wireless subwoofer, excellent detailed surround sound. Supported technologies Dolby Digital, JBL Surround Sound. USB A, mini-Jack (3.5 mm), optical input, HDMI (input and output), wireless bluetooth protocol are provided. Control - from the remote control. For user convenience, the soundbar is equipped with an LED display. Price - .

Pros:

• materials and build quality;
• great sound with deep bass;
• subwoofer connects via bluetooth;
• large volume reserve.

Minuses:

• inconvenient location of connectors;
• weak mids;
• incorrect operation of the automatic shutdown mode.

Great soundbar for its price. Suitable for home theater setup.

Samsung HW-Q60R

Famous brand 360W soundbar with wireless subwoofer. Balanced sound is produced through a set of 28 precisely placed holes in the upper part of the sound panel, this ensures maximum realism of sound. At the same time, adaptive sound technology automatically, in real time, selects the optimal parameters for the content being played. This soundbar requires little or no setup. DTS, Dolby Digital supported. Type of installation shelf / wall. Management - buttons on the side panel or remote control (included). Connectors: USB A, mini-Jack (3.5 mm) optical input, HDMI (input and output). Price - .

Pros:

• excellent surround sound;
• large volume reserve;
• Simple, intuitive controls.

Minuses:

• does not support chromecast;
• audio delay via Bluetooth or if the source is not connected to the soundbar, but to the TV.

Great for home theater. He is also capable of noisy parties, the sound quality will delight even music lovers, you can play it via Bluetooth from any device.

LG SK9Y

Powerful soundbar for home and entertainment. 7 speakers and a wireless subwoofer with a total power of 500 watts. Impedance 4 ohms. Unlike all previous participants in the rating, it has access to the Internet (Wi-Fi, LAN) and supports Chromecast. Surround sound, realistic thanks to DTS, Dolby Digital, Dolby Atmos technologies. Connectors: mini-Jack (3.5 mm), optical input, HDMI (input / output). Price - .

Pros:

• good surround sound with soft bass;
• large volume reserve;
• you can listen to music via Wi-Fi;
• Google assistant;
• handy smartphone app.

Minuses:

• remote control design;
• when turned off, does not remember the last output;
• no USB connector.

Compared to the previous participants in the rating, it has expanded functionality associated with the introduction of network access technologies. If the availability of Wi-Fi and Chromecast is not a matter of principle, you can save and purchase the Samsung HW-Q60R. But you will lose in power (loudness), which is not critical for an average apartment.

YAMAHA MusicCast BAR 400

200 watt soundbar with wireless subwoofer. Supports DTS, Dolby Digital
Dolby Pro Logic II, Hi-Res Audio. Has mini-Jack (3.5 mm), optical input, HDMI (input and output), LAN, wireless AirPlay, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth. Built-in Amazon Alexa voice assistant. Of the features - the ability to create a home network using wireless MusicCast technology (Surround function). Price - .

Pros:

• great sound;
• remote control design;
• management - from a smartphone or voice;
• the ability to broadcast sound to speakers from MusicCast throughout the apartment;
• internet radio, music services, DLNA.

Minuses:

• limited control from the remote control;
• lack of a custom equalizer;
• no USB port;
• you cannot operate the TV remote control.

Soundbar from a famous Japanese brand with excellent sound and advanced functionality. Price seems overpriced to me. LG SK9Y is not significantly inferior in functionality, has a lot of power, while standing on cheaper.

TOP 3 premium segments

Soundbars of the premium segment are based on the latest developments in the world of acoustics, so even without an external subwoofer they produce a decent sound. Often their price is too high, comparable to the cost of a home theater system, so there are not many fans of top-end soundbars.

Bose SoundTouch 300

Premium American brand soundbar with integrated subwoofer. The sound system produces a worthy of such a form factor.Those who seem to have little bass can connect a separate subwoofer (output for it is provided). Connectors: Line In, Digital Optical In, HDMI (Input and Output). Good materials and build quality. The device is made of metal and glass and looks great. The model is equipped with all modern wireless interfaces, including an NFC chip, so you can forget about wires forever. Price - .

Pros:

• appearance;
• compactness;
• great sound;
• smooth adjustment and large volume margin;
• convenient internet radio with memory;
• control from a smartphone;
• NFC chip.

Minuses:

• price;
• large remote control;
• minimum set of online music services;
• no USB connector.

Soundbar without a subwoofer, delivering sound that is not much inferior to models with a subwoofer. If there is not enough bass, you can buy a subwoofer, however, the price then turns out to be exorbitant. I recommend JBL Bar 5.1: you only have to overpay .

JBL Bar 5.1

A full-fledged home theater speaker system. 9 speakers, subwoofer with a total power of 510 watts. 2 removable speakers powered by rechargeable batteries (up to 10 hours of battery life). Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic II supported. Connectors: USB A, mini-Jack (3.5 mm), optical input, HDMI (3 inputs, 1 output). Of the wireless technologies, only Bluetooth is the main disadvantage of this soundbar. Price - .

Pros:

• good sound;
• large volume reserve;
• the ability to control the TV remote control;
• cables for all connectors are included.

Minuses:

• According to user reviews, marriage occurs;
• no internet connection;
• inconvenient arrangement of connectors.

Great idea with removable rear speakers as a wireless alternative to speakers. There are no competitors and even analogues with such a design on the market, so the price seems to me justified. If an internet connection is important, I recommend the YAMAHA YSP-5600 or JBL Bar 5.1. If you need a soundbar with a subwoofer out of the box, I recommend the YAMAHA MusicCast BAR 400.

YAMAHA YSP-5600

Like the Bose SoundTouch 300, it is offered without a separate subwoofer. Power - 128 watts. It has 44 precisely positioned radiators for surround sound. All modern audio decoders are supported, including Dolby Atmos, DTS X. Connectors are provided: line-in (stereo), digital optical and digital coaxial, subwoofer output, HDMI output, 4 HDMI inputs. All wireless technologies are supported. On their basis, the MusicCast function is implemented - sound transmission to any device that supports this technology. There are many music streaming services available: Spotify, Juke, Napster. Price - .

Pros:

• good sound;
• Clear Voice function - emphasis on voice;
• Music Enhancer technology - enhancing sound from compressed sources;
• Adaptive DRC function - volume control, dynamic range;
• set for wireless connection of a subwoofer - included;
• many connectors;
• wireless interfaces;
• support for internet radio, streaming music services;
• control from a smartphone;
• HDMI connector supporting 4K60p video transmission and HDCP2.3.

Minuses:

• price;
• the design is rustic for that price;
• no USB connector;
• few bass (decided by buying a subwoofer).

An innovative soundbar that embodies the development of leading engineers in the audio industry. Perfect for home theater. There is access to the network with the ensuing extension of functionality. The main minus is the price. If the model is expensive for you, consider the Bose SoundTouch, which, even with the purchase of a subwoofer, will be cheaper, and in terms of functionality it is not inferior. If you are not interested in Internet radio, streaming music services, and other nuances related to network access, buy JBL Bar 5.1.