There are numerous exceptional soundbars available, but not all can be highlighted here. Below are additional options worth considering:
The Vizio Elevate M-Series, priced at $500, offers full-featured Dolby Atmos with an interesting design element: the drivers emerge from the sides and face the ceiling when Atmos content is playing. Alongside solid sound quality, the unit features a compact design and straightforward setup. However, it requires running speaker wires for the rear surrounds.
The Yamaha SR-C30A, available for $276, closely resembles the SR-C20A in terms of dimensions, specifications, and sound quality. The key difference is that the SR-C30A includes a compact (335 x 160 x 364mm) wireless subwoofer, providing an authentic cinema-like sound experience.
The Sennheiser Ambeo Plus, priced at $970, despite lacking a subwoofer, delivers robust sound thanks to its 400 watts of power and nine meticulously designed speaker drivers. This setup provides an immersive audio experience, suitable for Dolby Atmos tracks. Additionally, the Ambeo Plus serves as an effective wireless speaker for music playback.
The Polk React, costing $259, is suitable for users planning to upgrade to surround sound in the future. This Alexa-enabled soundbar functions well independently, with the option to add surround speakers and subwoofers from Polk later on.
The Vizio Elevate P-Series, priced at $700, boasts a striking design with side speakers that rotate upward for content with object-based audio. While it offers a pleasant audio experience, there are alternative choices that might provide better value below the $1,000 mark.
The Roku Streambar, priced at $185, doubles as both a soundbar and a versatile streaming device. Renowned for its simple setup, it includes Roku’s intuitive streaming interface and supports surround sound, as well as 4K and high dynamic range video. Users have the option to incorporate a Roku subwoofer or surround-sound speakers. It is recommended to get a subwoofer, specifically the Walmart version named “Onn,” as it appears the original model is being discontinued. Despite being slightly weaker, it still provides an improved experience compared to standard TV speakers, complemented by the built-in Roku interface.