Bose
Bose Smart Dolby Atmos Soundbar
A solid mid-range pick in the soundbars line-up, with 5.1 up front.
59/100
5.15.3Alexa
£399best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Dolby Atmos
- Optional rears compatible
- HDMI eARC
- No dts:x
- No subwoofer included
Score profile
Scored against the soundbars classWhere the Bose Smart Dolby Atmos Soundbar wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Channels and drivers
Channels5.1
Driver count5
Up-firing drivers2
Audio formats
Dolby AtmosYes
Rear speakers
Optional rears compatibleYes
Ports and inputs
HDMI eARCYes
Bluetooth5.3
AirPlayYes
ChromecastYes
Spotify ConnectYes
Features
Voice assistantAlexa
App controlYes
Night / dialogue modeYes
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Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowBose Smart Dolby Atmos Soundbar vs OXS OXS Thunder Pro+ Gaming Soundbar
Bose Smart Dolby Atmos SoundbarOXS Thunder Pro+ Gaming Soundbar
| BoseBose Smart Dolby Atmos SoundbarThis page | OXSOXS Thunder Pro+ Gaming Soundbar | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59 /100 | 62 /100Better |
| Channels | 5.1 | 7.1 |
| Driver count | 5 | 10Better |
| Up firing drivers | 2Better | 1 |
Who it's for
Is the Bose Smart Dolby Atmos Soundbar right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable soundbar for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need dts:x, in which case a higher-tier soundbar is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Bose Smart Dolby Atmos Soundbar worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 59/100 against other soundbars, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 67.
What stands out on the Bose Smart Dolby Atmos Soundbar?
Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Denon DHT-S216 Soundbar?
The Denon DHT-S216 Soundbar scores 60/100 versus this one at 59/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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