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5.1-Channel Soundbars

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9 5.1-Channel soundbars from Samsung, JBL, Ultimea and more. Most cost $160 to $1,999, and half cost less than $323.

KEFSpec score 8.7

5.1 Channels

+5.1: the most channels of the 29 here
$1,999.99-20%List: $2,499.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:43 PST - Details
TCLSpec score 8.7

5.1 Channels, Separate, 200 W and up

+5.1 channels for surround sound from a soundbar system
+Separate wireless subwoofer adds bass without cables
+Dolby Atmos support for height-based audio
−Separate subwoofer takes up additional floor space
$345.97
as of 11/04/2026 05:39 PST - Details
HisenseSpec score 8.7

5.1 Channels, Separate

+5.1: the most channels of the 29 here
+HDMI ARC or eARC: only 6 of 29 here have one
−Dolby Atmos not listed: 18 of the 29 here list one
$157.97-12%List: $179.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:24 PST - Details
TCLSpec score 8.7

5.1 Channels, Separate

+5.1 channels with wireless rear surround speakers
+Wireless subwoofer for bass without running cables
+Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support
−Separate subwoofer and rear speakers add more components to place
$299.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:39 PST - Details
MarshallSpec score 8.7

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.
SonySpec score 8.7

5.1 Channels, Separate

+5.1: the most channels of the 29 here
$648.00-19%List: $799.99
as of 11/04/2026 04:37 PST - Details
Fansbe Smart

5.1 Channels, Separate

+5.1 channel setup for a full surround sound layout
+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio
+Includes rear speakers and a separate wireless subwoofer
−Multiple speakers require more room and cable routing
$159.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:55 PST - Details
UltimeaSpec score 9.5

5.1 Channels, Separate, 200 W and up

+Dolby Atmos support for height-based audio
+Separate subwoofer adds bass to the setup
+HDMI ARC support for connecting to a TV
−Separate subwoofer needs its own floor space
No price recorded yet.
UltimeaSpec score 9.5

5.1 Channels, Separate, 200 W and up

+Dolby Atmos support for immersive sound
+5.1 channel layout with wired subwoofer
+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
−Wired subwoofer limits placement options
No price recorded yet.

Compare specs

soundbarChannelsSubwooferSpec scorePrice
5.18.7$1,999.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:43 PST - Details
5.1Separate8.7$345.97
as of 11/04/2026 05:39 PST - Details
5.1Separate8.7$157.97
as of 11/03/2026 23:24 PST - Details
5.1Separate8.7$299.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:39 PST - Details
5.1Separate8.7No current price
5.1Separate8.7$648.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:37 PST - Details
5.1Separaten/a$159.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:55 PST - Details
5.1Separate9.5No current price
5.1Separate9.5No current price

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