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12 soundbars under $250 from LG, Hisense and Samsung. Most cost $160 to $243, and half cost less than $200.

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

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

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

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

Polk Audio

Separate

$249.00

as of 11/04/2026 00:42 PST - Details

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Channels	Subwoofer	Spec score	Price
5.1	Separate	8.7	$157.97 as of 11/03/2026 23:24 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	8.4	$179.99 as of 11/04/2026 05:39 PST - Details
	Separate	n/a	$219.00 as of 11/04/2026 04:35 PST - Details
2.1	Separate	9.0	$199.99 as of 11/04/2026 07:42 PST - Details
2.1	Separate	8.2	$169.99 as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	n/a	$243.00 as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details
5.1	Separate	n/a	$159.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:55 PST - Details
2.1	Separate	n/a	$199.00 as of 11/04/2026 01:40 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	8.4	$229.99 as of 11/03/2026 23:24 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	9.2	$159.99 as of 11/04/2026 06:39 PST - Details

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