Sonos impresses at the cheaper end as well as the higher end, with the Ray – its smallest and least-expensive soundbar. So for the price, it's the most cinematic experience you can get.
And if we're being really picky we'd say that it's also slightly less dynamic for sudden explosions and swelling soundtracks than the likes of the Sonos Arc or Samsung HW-Q800A – but it's a lot cheaper than either. The subwoofer gives it depth in bass that something like the Sonos Arc can't match on its own, and speech is really clear even in busy action soundtracks – and that's without the speech-boosting mode turned on.ĭownsides? There aren't any dedicated upfiring channels, so we found the Atmos performance a little lacking compared to our Sony AV amp with its dedicated Atmos speakers. Sony hasn't forgotten about the basics, though. It might not be quite as good as the Sonos, but it's definitely up there.
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It supports both the Dolby Atmos and DTS:X elite surround sound formats (which is not something guaranteed in even more high-end soundbars), and Sony uses its excellent sound processing and acoustic wizardry to create a real wall of sound that stretches way beyond the limits of your TV screen, but with convincing positioning and direction of specific sounds. It's a soundbar and wireless subwoofer combo, and the soundbar is a good size for TVs of 48 inches and up.Īs we've come to expect from Sony there's more to this soundbar than just stereo, as good as that is. We think the Sony HT-G700 hits an excellent sweet spot for features, price and the scale of its sound. The minimalist cable connections and all-in-one system construction add to this no-fuss feeling and streamlined aesthetic – making it the best Dolby Atmos soundbar you can buy in 2022. We also liked the simple setup, which involved just a couple of steps on the smartphone app, and as you'd expect it's easy to hook it up to other Sonos speakers. We thought the effect was pretty convincing in our tests, and while it's not as immersive as overhead speakers mounted on your ceiling it's a lot easier to install. It then enhances the 3D soundscape using Dolby Atmos object tracks to bounce certain sounds off the walls around you so they feel like they’re coming at you from all angles.
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The Sonos Arc draws on Dolby’s latest TrueHD and Dolby Digital Plus sound codecs to deliver the best quality lossless audio found on cutting edge Blu-ray disks and some of the leading streaming services. It isn't cheap, but if you're already a fan of Sonos then we think you're going to love the way this soundbar delivers really impressive surround sound.
Sonos has managed to cram an entire surround sound solution into its Arc soundbar.
So we're here to help whittle it down to just the most worthwhile options, no matter whether you want to create the ultimate home theater system of your dreams, or you simply want an affordable way to improve the sound of your TV and make speech more clear. Matt Bolton, Senior Editor – TV and Audioįinding the best soundbar can be a complicated process – there's a huge range of options, with lots of spec differences, at all kinds of prices.
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It's impressively easy to set up even though it doesn't use HDMI ARC thanks to the Sonos app, it's great for TVs of 32 inches and up, and it delivers very clear audio and a really full sound overall It's a great investment for a mid-range 50-inch TV and larger, and its Dolby Atmos effect is surprisingly strong.įor those with and older or cheaper TV, the Sonos Ray has entered this list as the best budget buy.
In June 2022, the Sonos Arc remains our top pick of the soundbar options thanks to being such a simple single-unit bar that's easy for anyone to get up and running, but still delivers rich, wide and tall Dolby Atmos sound for TVs of 55 inches and up.įor those who want a similar effect for much cheaper, the Sony HT-G700 is now our recommendation – price drops have made it better value than ever.
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