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Soundbars with HDMI ARC

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50 soundbars with HDMI ARC from Samsung, Bose, Sonos and more. Most cost $57 to $599, and half cost less than $170.

Top brands: Samsung (11)Bose (4)

SamsungSpec score 9.3

5.1 Channels, Separate

+5.1.2 channel layout for a fuller surround setup
+Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support for surround sound
+HDMI ARC connection for TV control and audio return
−Separate speakers add more setup space than one bar
$699.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
UltimeaSpec score 9.3

5.1 Channels, Separate, 200 W and up

+Dolby Atmos support for overhead sound effects
+5.1 channel layout with separate subwoofer
+Rear speakers included for surround sound
−Separate subwoofer adds to setup space
$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 06:39 PST - Details
UltimeaSpec score 9.3

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 9.3

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.
SamsungSpec score 9.5

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
No price recorded yet.
Fansbe DirectSpec score 8.1

2.0 Channels

+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio from devices
+HDMI ARC support for connecting to a smart TV
+Includes rear speakers for surround sound
−Two-channel 2.0 layout offers no center channel
No price recorded yet.
Fansbe DirectSpec score 8.1

2.1 Channels, Separate

+Separate subwoofer adds bass to the 2.1 setup
+HDMI ARC support for connecting to a TV
+Bluetooth connection for streaming music
−Separate subwoofer needs its own floor space
No price recorded yet.
ZVOX
+Twenty levels of voice boost for clearer dialogue
+HDMI-ARC compatible for simple TV connection
+Works with your TV through a single HDMI-ARC connection
$349.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:37 PST - Details
Fansbe SmartSpec score 8.1

2.1 Channels, Separate

+Separate subwoofer adds dedicated low-frequency output
+Includes rear speakers for surround sound
+HDMI ARC support for connecting to a TV
$99.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:26 PST - Details
ZVOX
+Twenty levels of voice boost for clearer dialogue
+HDMI-ARC compatible for simple TV connection
+Works with your TV through a single HDMI-ARC connection
$249.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:37 PST - Details
MaraawaSpec score 8.1

2.1 Channels, Separate, 70 to 199 W

+Built-in Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming
+HDMI ARC support for TV connection
+Detachable subwoofer for flexible placement
$119.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:06 PST - Details
SamsungSpec score 9.0

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 9.0

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
Exrhaps

Under 70 W

+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
+HDMI ARC support for simple TV connection
+Optical and AUX inputs for connecting other devices
$55.49
as of 11/04/2026 04:38 PST - Details
SamsungSpec score 8.2

3.1 Channels

+HDMI eARC support for connecting to a TV
+Bluetooth wireless streaming from phones and other devices
+Dolby Audio with Q-Symphony for expanded sound
$394.90
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
UltimeaSpec score 9.0

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 8.2

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 8.2

3.1 Channels

+HDMI eARC support for connecting to a TV
+Bluetooth wireless streaming from phones and other devices
+Dolby Audio with Q-Symphony for expanded sound
$379.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
Generic
+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
+HDMI ARC support for simple TV connection
+Optical and AUX inputs for connecting other devices
$29.99
as of 11/04/2026 04:38 PST - Details
Cavulo
+Splits into two speakers for surround placement
+Three EQ modes for adjusting the sound
+HDMI ARC support for connecting to a TV
No price recorded yet.
SamsungSpec score 9.0

3.1 Channels, Separate, 200 W and up

+3.1: only 6 of 32 here have more channels
+Dolby Atmos: only 19 of 50 here have one
No price recorded yet.
SamsungSpec score 8.1

2.0 Channels

−2.0: 28 of the 32 here have more channels
$124.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details

Compare specs

soundbarChannelsSubwooferSpec scorePrice
5.1Separate9.3$699.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
5.1Separate9.3$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 06:39 PST - Details
5.1Separate9.3No current price
5.1Separate9.3No current price
7.1 and upSeparate9.5No current price
2.08.1No current price
2.1Separate8.1No current price
n/a$349.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:37 PST - Details
2.1Separate8.1$99.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:26 PST - Details
n/a$249.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:37 PST - Details

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