3.1-Channel Soundbars

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20 3.1-Channel soundbars from Samsung, LG, Hisense and more. Most cost $180 to $599, and half cost less than $278.

Top brands: Samsung (12)

Samsung

3.1 Channels, Separate

+3.1: the most channels of the 28 here

−Dolby Atmos not listed: 17 of the 28 here list one

$237.99-28%List: ~~$329.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 01:39 PST - Details

LGSpec score 8.7

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for overhead, immersive sound

+Wireless subwoofer for placement flexibility

+Rear speakers add surround effects for movies

$269.99-23%List: ~~$349.99~~

as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details

SonySpec score 8.7

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for immersive surround sound

+Dual up-firing speakers for overhead sound

+Wireless subwoofer included for deep bass

$548.00-22%List: ~~$699.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 04:36 PST - Details

SonySpec score 8.7

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos and DTS:X surround sound support

+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming

+Wireless subwoofer included for deep bass

$278.00-21%List: ~~$349.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 04:36 PST - Details

TCLSpec score 8.7

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Wireless subwoofer for bass without running cables

+Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support

+Bluetooth music streaming

−Separate subwoofer needs its own floor space

$179.99-10%Was: ~~$199.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 05:39 PST - Details

SamsungSpec score 8.7

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.

SamsungSpec score 8.7

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

SamsungSpec score 9.5

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for overhead surround sound

+Wireless subwoofer means no subwoofer cable run

+HDMI ARC connection for TV control and audio return

$549.99

as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details

3.1 Channels, Separate, 200 W and up

+340W output for fuller sound in larger rooms

+Bluetooth connection for wireless streaming

+3.1 channels with a separate subwoofer for bass

−Separate subwoofer takes up extra floor space

$243.00

as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details

3.1 Channels, Separate

+3.1: the most channels of the 28 here

−Dolby Atmos not listed: 17 of the 28 here list one

$186.99-6%Was: ~~$199.00~~

as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details

Samsung

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Supports 3.1.2 channels with a 3.1 base configuration

+Separate subwoofer adds deeper bass to the sound

+Compact 3.1 setup suits smaller rooms

−Separate subwoofer needs its own floor space

No price recorded yet.

SamsungSpec score 8.7

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for overhead sound

+Compact subwoofer for smaller spaces

+Convertible fit for flexible placement

−Three channels, fewer than full surround setups

$549.99

as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details

HisenseSpec score 8.7

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for immersive overhead-style sound

+3.1 channel setup with a separate wireless subwoofer

+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming

$229.99

as of 11/03/2026 23:24 PST - Details

Samsung

3.1 Channels, Separate, 200 W and up

+Wireless subwoofer means no subwoofer cable to run

+Bluetooth wireless streaming from phones and other devices

+DTS Virtual:X surround processing included

No current price. Check it at the store.

Samsung

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Wireless subwoofer for flexible placement

+Bluetooth for wireless streaming from phones

+3.1 channels with a center speaker

No price recorded yet.

SamsungSpec score 9.5

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for overhead surround sound

+Wireless subwoofer means no subwoofer cable run

+Bluetooth for streaming audio from a phone

$599.99

as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details

SamsungSpec score 9.5

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for overhead surround sound

+Wireless subwoofer means no subwoofer cable run

+HDMI ARC connection for TV control and audio return

$549.99

as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details

UltimeaSpec score 9.5

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Dolby Atmos support for overhead sound effects

+3.1.2 channel layout with separate subwoofer

+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming

$159.99

as of 11/04/2026 06:39 PST - Details

SamsungSpec score 8.7

3.1 Channels, Separate

+Wireless subwoofer for flexible placement

+HDMI ARC connection for TV audio

+Bluetooth for wireless streaming from phones

No price recorded yet.

SamsungSpec score 8.7

3.1 Channels, Separate

+3.1: the most channels of the 28 here

$549.99

as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details

Compare specs

Channels	Subwoofer	Spec score	Price
3.1	Separate	n/a	$237.99 as of 11/04/2026 01:39 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	8.7	$269.99 as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	8.7	$548.00 as of 11/04/2026 04:36 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	8.7	$278.00 as of 11/04/2026 04:36 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	8.7	$179.99 as of 11/04/2026 05:39 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	8.7	No current price
3.1	Separate	8.7	$697.99 as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	9.5	$549.99 as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	n/a	$243.00 as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	n/a	$186.99 as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details

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