The Best Home Audio Sound Bars
We compared seven sound bars on owner ratings, expert reviews, and specs. The Samsung HW-B750D/ZA is our top pick for its immersive sound and clear dialogue.
Updated
The bottom line
The Samsung HW-B750D/ZA is our top pick for its immersive sound and clear dialogue, backed by 280 owner ratings averaging 4.5 stars. Its closest alternative is the Samsung HW-B630F, which offers similar features at a lower price but with slightly less immersive sound. For a budget pick, the Assistrust Sound Bar for Smart TV offers good sound quality and multiple connectivity options for $49.99, though it lacks the features of the Samsung models.
Samsung HW-B750D/ZA Soundbar $279.99
Best overall sound quality and features
The Samsung HW-B750D/ZA offers immersive sound with Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual:X, a built-in center speaker for clear dialogue, and a subwoofer with Bass Boost. At $279.99, it's the best choice for those seeking high-quality audio. The tradeoff is its higher price compared to other options.
Check price on Amazon
Samsung B-Series Soundbar with Subwoofer $227.99
Great sound with subwoofer at a lower price
The Samsung HW-B630F provides excellent sound quality with a dedicated center channel and wireless subwoofer, all for $227.99. It's a strong alternative to the HW-B750D/ZA, offering similar features at a lower cost. Those looking for the most immersive sound may prefer the HW-B750D/ZA.
Check price on Amazon
Sound Bar for Smart TV $49.99
Affordable sound enhancement for smart TVs
The Assistrust Sound Bar for Smart TV offers versatile placement, multiple connectivity options, and automatic loudness boost for $49.99. It's a good budget option for those looking to improve their TV audio without spending much. The tradeoff is its lower sound quality compared to the Samsung models.
Check price on AmazonThe field, ranked
- Samsung HW-B750D/ZA Soundbar Best overall sound quality and features 10.0/10 $279.99 Amazon
- Samsung B-Series Soundbar with Subwoofer Great sound with subwoofer at a lower price 9.0/10 $227.99 Amazon
- Sound Bar for Smart TV Affordable sound enhancement for smart TVs 8.0/10 $49.99 Amazon
- Samsung B-Series Soundbar with Subwoofer and Wireless Rear Speaker Kit High-end sound system with wireless rear speakers 7.0/10 $475.98 Amazon
- Sound Bar with Subwoofer, 110W Sound Bar with Adjustable Deep Bass & 3 EQ Modes, Bluetooth/ARC/Opt/AUX Connect, Sound Bar for Smart TV Good sound with subwoofer and adjustable bass 7.0/10 $84.99 Amazon
- Samsung B-Series Soundbar with Subwoofer and Wireless Rear Speaker Kit Sound system with subwoofer and wireless rear speakers 6.0/10 $129.99 Amazon
- Samsung B-Series Soundbar HW B400F 2.0 ch Soundbar with Built in Subwoofer Compact soundbar with built-in subwoofer 5.0/10 $139.00 Amazon
What owners are saying
Owners of the Samsung HW-B750D/ZA and HW-B630F consistently praise their sound quality and ease of setup. The Assistrust Sound Bar for Smart TV receives positive feedback for its sound quality and multiple connectivity options, though some mention issues with the remote. The Samsung B-Series Soundbar with Subwoofer and Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (B0FFC9YKZ8) is praised for its immersive sound and simple setup, but it has only one owner rating, making it less certain.
Also-rans
The Samsung B-Series Soundbar with Subwoofer and Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (B0FFCQBNRD) and the Samsung B-Series Soundbar HW B400F (B0DY1Z934F) did not earn picks due to their lower sound quality and fewer features compared to the top picks. The B0FFCQBNRD has only four owner ratings, making it less certain, while the B0DY1Z934F is a compact soundbar with a built-in subwoofer but lacks the features of the Samsung HW-B750D/ZA and HW-B630F.