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196 soundbars from Samsung, Sony, Bose and more. Most cost $60 to $2,120, and half cost less than $400.

Recommended soundbars

JBLSpec score 8.4

5.1 Channels, Separate, 200 W and up

+Dolby Atmos support for height-based surround sound
+5.1 channel layout with a separate 10-inch subwoofer
+Up to 200 W maximum power output
−Subwoofer is a separate unit that takes extra space
$649.95
as of 11/03/2026 23:39 PST - Details
PhilipsSpec score 8.1

2.1 Channels, Separate, Under 70 W

+Wireless subwoofer for placement flexibility
+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
+HDMI ARC support for connecting to a TV
−Output under 70 W is modest for large rooms
$117.94
as of 11/04/2026 00:38 PST - Details
Polk AudioSpec score 8.7

7.1 and up, Separate

+Up to 7.1.2 channel home theater setup
+Dolby Atmos support for overhead, immersive sound
+Includes a 10-inch subwoofer and SR2 surround speakers
−Multiple speakers require more room and wiring
$899.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:42 PST - Details
NakamichiSpec score 8.7

7.1 and up, Built-in

+11.2.6 channel layout for full surround coverage
+Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support for immersive sound
+Built-in dual 10-inch subwoofers in the system
−Large system with multiple channels to position
$1,677.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:19 PST - Details
NakamichiSpec score 8.7

7.1 and up, Separate, 200 W and up

+11.2.6 channel layout for full surround coverage
+Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support for immersive sound
+Dual 12-inch subwoofers for deep low-end output
−Requires space for multiple separate speakers
$3,579.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:19 PST - Details
Toshiba

2.1 Channels, Separate

+Wireless subwoofer for bass without running cables
+Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual:X support
+Six EQ modes for adjusting sound
−2.1 channels offer less surround effect than multi-channel systems
$149.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:35 PST - Details
SamsungSpec score 8.7

7.1 and up

+11.1.4 channels for a full immersive setup
+Dolby Atmos support for height and overhead sound
+Rear speaker included for surround sound
−Multi-piece system needs more room to set up
$1,385.04
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
SamsungSpec score 8.2

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for overhead sound
+Wireless subwoofer for easier placement
+Separate subwoofer for deeper bass
−Three channels, fewer than full surround setups
No current price. Check it at the store.
RedragonSpec score 8.1

2.0 Channels

+Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless streaming from phones
+HDMI ARC connection for TV audio
+Simple 2.0 stereo channel setup
−Two channels offer no surround sound
$56.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:51 PST - Details
TCLSpec score 8.7

7.1 and up, Built-in

+11.1.4 channel layout for immersive Dolby Atmos sound
+Built-in wireless dual-driver subwoofer
+Audio tuned by Bang & Olufsen
−Large system with many channels needs substantial room space
$1,399.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:39 PST - Details
Denon

Separate

+Includes a wireless subwoofer for placement freedom
+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
+Virtual surround sound technology for a wider sound field
−Separate subwoofer requires an additional spot in the room
$349.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:38 PST - Details
MarshallSpec score 8.4

5.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for overhead, immersive sound
+5.1 channel layout with a separate subwoofer
+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
−Separate subwoofer adds another unit to place
No current price. Check it at the store.
SamsungSpec score 8.7

7.1 and up, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for overhead sound
+Separate subwoofer for deeper bass
+Includes rear speakers for surround sound
−Requires space for a separate subwoofer
$979.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
Samsung

5.1 Channels, Separate

+5.1 channels for a fuller surround setup
+Separate subwoofer for dedicated bass
+DTS Virtual:X for virtual surround processing
−Separate subwoofer adds another unit to place
No current price. Check it at the store.
Bose

Separate

+Includes two wireless speakers for surround sound
+Separate subwoofer adds low-frequency output
+Bundle includes soundbar, speakers and subwoofer
−Multiple components require more space and cable runs
No current price. Check it at the store.
Bose

Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for immersive audio
+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless streaming
+Separate subwoofer adds low-frequency output
−Separate subwoofer needs its own placement in the room
$2,296.00
as of 11/04/2026 13:41 PST - Details
Creative

Under 70 W

+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
+Features SuperWide Technology for a wider sound field
+Designed as an RGB gaming soundbar
−Peak power output is under 70 W
No current price. Check it at the store.
SonySpec score 8.4

5.1 Channels

+Dolby Atmos support for height-based surround sound
+Four-channel front configuration with height speakers
+Sold with a six-year protection plan
−Listed channel count of 5.1 conflicts with the 4.0.4 name
$2,669.99
as of 11/04/2026 04:37 PST - Details
Samsung

7.1 and up, Separate

+Rear speakers add surround coverage behind the listener
+Separate subwoofer adds low-end bass to the system
+Channel layout of 7.1 and up for expansive surround
−Multiple separate speakers need more room for setup
$979.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
Bose

Separate

+Bundle includes Ultra Subwoofer for added bass
+Includes two HDMI cables for connecting devices
+Comes with a Deco unit in the package
−Subwoofer is sold separately from the soundbar
No current price. Check it at the store.
Samsung

7.1 and up, 200 W and up

+Rated at 756 watts for a high-output sound system
+Supports 11.1.4 channels for immersive surround sound
+Ships with 7.1 and up channel configuration for full surround
−Multi-channel setup adds more speakers to place around a room
$1,389.00
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
JBLSpec score 8.4

5.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for height-based surround sound
+5.1 channel layout with a separate subwoofer
+Wireless subwoofer means no sub cable to run
−Subwoofer is a separate unit that takes extra space
No current price. Check it at the store.
Denon

2.1 Channels, Built-in

+Built-in subwoofers in a 2.1-channel design
+Designed for Smart TV use, per the name
+Compact 2.1 setup without a separate subwoofer box
−Built-in subwoofers limit low-end placement flexibility
No current price. Check it at the store.
SamsungSpec score 8.2

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X support for surround sound
+Wireless subwoofer means no subwoofer cable run
+Bluetooth for streaming audio from a phone
$697.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
HisenseSpec score 8.1

2.1 Channels, Separate

+Wireless subwoofer for bass without a cable run
+HDMI ARC support for connecting to a TV
+Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity for wireless streaming
$129.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:24 PST - Details
JBL

2.1 Channels, Separate, 200 W and up

+Wireless subwoofer for bass without a cable run
+200 W maximum power output for strong volume
+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
$379.95
as of 11/03/2026 23:39 PST - Details
JBL

Separate

+Detachable speakers for flexible surround placement
+Wireless 12 inch subwoofer for deep bass
+Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support for immersive sound
$1,699.95
as of 11/03/2026 23:39 PST - Details
Yamaha

Built-in

+Dolby Atmos support for immersive surround sound
+Built-in subwoofers need no separate bass unit
+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
$279.95
as of 11/04/2026 08:41 PST - Details

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Soundbars by Channels

7.1 and up27
5.126
3.124
2.118
2.017

Soundbars that list a Channels value.

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