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19 soundbars under $300 from Samsung, LG, Sony and more. Most cost $225 to $279, and half cost less than $250.

SamsungSpec score 8.7

5.1 Channels

+5.0 channels with Dolby Atmos support

+All-in-one design with no separate subwoofer

+Wireless Dolby Atmos audio connection

$277.99-31%List: ~~$399.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 01:41 PST - Details

LGSpec score 8.4

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

Sony

2.1 Channels, Separate

+Includes a separate wireless subwoofer for deeper bass

+Bluetooth connectivity for streaming audio from phones

+2.1 channel setup with dedicated subwoofer output

−Separate subwoofer adds another unit to place

$258.00-14%List: ~~$299.99~~

as of 11/04/2026 04:37 PST - Details

BoseSpec score 9.5

+Compact soundbar design for smaller TV stands

+HDMI ARC connection for simple TV hookup

+Bluetooth connectivity for streaming from phones

$259.00-13%List: ~~$299.00~~

as of 11/04/2026 13:41 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

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

SonySpec score 8.4

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

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

Yamaha

Built-in

+Dolby Atmos support for immersive surround sound

+Built-in subwoofers need no separate bass unit

+Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming

$279.95

as of 11/04/2026 08:41 PST - Details

Bose

+Compact soundbar design for smaller TV stands

+HDMI ARC connection for simple TV hookup

+Bluetooth connectivity for streaming from phones

$289.00

as of 11/04/2026 13:41 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 8.7

5.1 Channels, Separate

+5.1: the most channels of the 12 here

+HDMI ARC or eARC: only 4 of 19 here have one

$249.99-38%List: ~~$399.99~~

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

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

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

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

Yamaha

Built-in

+Built-in subwoofers deliver bass in a single unit

+DTS Virtual:X sound processing for surround effects

+Includes a 12ft AudioQuest HDMI cable

$258.92

as of 11/04/2026 08:41 PST - Details

Samsung

2.1 Channels, Separate

−2.1: 9 of the 12 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

Compare specs

Channels	Subwoofer	Spec score	Price
5.1		8.7	$277.99 as of 11/04/2026 01:41 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	8.4	$269.99 as of 11/03/2026 23:58 PST - Details
2.1	Separate	n/a	$258.00 as of 11/04/2026 04:37 PST - Details
		9.5	$259.00 as of 11/04/2026 13:41 PST - Details
	Separate	n/a	$219.00 as of 11/04/2026 04:35 PST - Details
5.1		n/a	$248.00 as of 11/04/2026 04:37 PST - Details
3.1	Separate	8.4	$278.00 as of 11/04/2026 04:36 PST - Details
5.1	Separate	8.7	$299.99 as of 11/04/2026 05:39 PST - Details
	Built-in	n/a	$279.95 as of 11/04/2026 08:41 PST - Details
		n/a	$289.00 as of 11/04/2026 13:41 PST - Details

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