Bose
Bose Smart Soundbar 900
A solid mid-range pick in the soundbars line-up, with 5.0 up front.
63/100
5.0AlexaBose SimpleSync
£808best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Dolby Atmos
- HDMI eARC
- Optical in
- No dts:x
- No subwoofer included
Score profile
Scored against the soundbars classWhere the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Channels and drivers
Up-firing drivers2
Audio formats
Dolby AtmosYes
Ports and inputs
HDMI eARCYes
Optical inYes
Bluetooth5
Wi-FiYes
AirPlayYes
Spotify ConnectYes
Features
Voice assistantAlexa
Built-in micYes
App controlYes
Multi-room platformBose SimpleSync
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowBose Smart Soundbar 900 vs Sony Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8
Bose Smart Soundbar 900Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8
| BoseBose Smart Soundbar 900This page | SonySony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63 /100 | 64 /100Better |
| Channels | — | 9 |
| Max power | — | 360 W |
| Up firing drivers | 2 | — |
Who it's for
Is the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 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.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 63/100 against other soundbars, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 67.
What stands out on the Bose Smart Soundbar 900?
Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Sonos Arc Ultra?
The Sonos Arc Ultra scores 64/100 versus this one at 63/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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