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Soundbars under $250

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16 soundbars under $250 from LG, Hisense and Samsung. Most cost $160 to $249, and half cost less than $219.

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BrandHisense2LG2Samsung2Fansbe Smart1JBL1Polk Audio1Sonos1Sony1
Show all 13TCL1Ultimea1Wehisfd1Westinghouse1ZVOX1
Channels2.143.145.142.01
SubwooferSeparate12
BluetoothBluetooth10
PriceUnder $2007Under $3009$200 & above9
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Sony

5.1 Channels

+5.1 channel system for multi-speaker surround sound
+Includes a home theater soundbar system package
−Multiple speakers require more space and cable setup
$248.00-25%List: $329.99
as of 11/04/2026 04:37 PST - Details
HisenseSpec score 8.7

5.1 Channels, Separate

+5.1: the most channels of the 13 here
+HDMI ARC or eARC: only 5 of 16 here have one
$157.97-12%List: $179.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:24 PST - Details
TCLSpec score 8.4

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
Sonos

Separate

+Compact design suits smaller TV stands
+Speech enhancement for clearer dialogue
+Works with the Sonos Sub for added bass
−Subwoofer sold separately
$219.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:35 PST - Details
WestinghouseSpec score 9.0

2.1 Channels, Separate

+Includes a separate subwoofer for added bass
+Dolby Atmos support for surround-style sound
+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
−Separate subwoofer needs its own floor space
$199.99-20%List: $249.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:42 PST - Details
JBL

2.0 Channels

+Compact all-in-one design for smaller TV stands
+2.0 channel setup for clear stereo sound
−2.0 channels offer no dedicated center or subwoofer
$219.95
as of 11/03/2026 23:39 PST - Details
LGSpec score 8.2

2.1 Channels, Separate

+HDMI ARC or eARC: only 5 of 16 here have one
−2.1: 8 of the 13 here have more channels
$169.99-23%List: $219.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details
LG

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
Wehisfd

5.1 Channels, Under 70 W

+Built-in microphone for voice interaction
+Horn speakers and HiFi bass for surround sound
+Five-channel 5.0 speaker configuration
−Under 70 W maximum power is modest for large rooms
$224.64
as of 11/04/2026 07:41 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
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
Samsung

2.1 Channels, Separate

+Includes a separate subwoofer for added bass
+Bluetooth wireless streaming from phones and other devices
+Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual:X support
−Separate subwoofer takes up extra floor space
$199.00
as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
HisenseSpec score 8.4

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
UltimeaSpec score 9.2

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
Samsung

2.1 Channels, Separate

−2.1: 8 of the 13 here have more channels
$225.85
as of 11/04/2026 01:39 PST - Details

Compare specs

soundbarChannelsSubwooferSpec scorePrice
5.1n/a$248.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:37 PST - Details
5.1Separate8.7$157.97
as of 11/03/2026 23:24 PST - Details
3.1Separate8.4$179.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:39 PST - Details
Separaten/a$219.00
as of 11/04/2026 04:35 PST - Details
2.1Separate9.0$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:42 PST - Details
2.0n/a$219.95
as of 11/03/2026 23:39 PST - Details
2.1Separate8.2$169.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details
3.1Separaten/a$243.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details
5.1n/a$224.64
as of 11/04/2026 07:41 PST - Details
n/a$249.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:37 PST - Details

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