We're here to help whittle it down to just the most worthwhile options, no matter if you want to create the ultimate home theater system of your dreams or simply want the best soundbar under $200/£200 to improve the sound of your TV and make speech clearer. Since there's a huge range of options, with lots of spec differences at all kinds of prices, finding the best soundbar can be a complicated process. So, if you've got one of the best TVs under $500 or best TVs under £500, you'll definitely benefit from the extra oomph a soundbar can offer. But, at the more affordable end of the market where audio tends to be a bit of an afterthought, you'll absolutely need it. In addition, during the cost-of-living crunch, a soundbar can be much cheaper than a whole new set!Įven the best TVs on the planet could do with an external soundbar to provide you with better audio performance.
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These speakers have been growing massively in popularity in the last few years, especially because they don't take up as much space as a three- to seven-piece speaker system. The best soundbars are excellent for people who have invested in big-screen TVs realised that TV speakers just don't deliver the same level of immersion, audio-wise, as the visuals. Matt Bolton, Senior Editor – TV and Audio It's the elite soundbar of choice for us now – but it's priced like it, too.
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This is for those who want that real movie theater experience, but it comes from just four boxes.
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We have a new entry for those who want the most spectacular 3D sound possible from a soundbar, though: the Samsung HW-Q990B.
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We also still think the Sony HT-G700 is the best option for those want the Dolby Atmos effect for a low price, and for TVs of 48 inches and up. We rate the Samsung HW-Q930B as the best soundbar for most people with 55-inch TVs and up, thanks to its ability to provide great Dolby Atmos sound.