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Why We Love It

Reviewers love the Sonos Beam for its crisp and clear sound, easy setup, and sleek design. The voice control feature is mentioned as a game changer for many, allowing seamless integration with existing smart home systems. The Sonos Beam has also been praised for its night mode, which makes watching TV late at night less disruptive to others.

Pros

  • Compact design
  • Superior sound quality
  • Voice control

Cons

  • Higher price range
  • May not fit larger TVs

Smart TV sound bar with voice control.

The Sonos Beam Smart TV Sound Bar is known for its compact, sleek design and its exceptional sound quality. It is built with five far-field microphones that can pick up your voice from any direction in the room. The soundbar also features night mode, which reduces the intensity of loud sounds. It's compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Airplay 2 for easy voice control.

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Why We Love It

Users and reviewers alike love the Sonos Beam for its impressive sound quality and compact size. The incorporation of multiple voice assistants is a popular feature, allowing users to switch easily between their preferred platforms. Its eco-friendly packaging is another major plus, demonstrating Sonos' commitment to sustainability.

Pros

  • Compact design
  • Excellent sound quality
  • Supports multiple voice assistants

Cons

  • Lacks deep bass
  • May require additional speakers for full surround sound

Smart soundbar with full-range woofers and tweeters for balanced sound

The Sonos Beam is a compact smart soundbar for your TV. It includes four full-range woofers and one tweeter to ensure clear highs and deep lows. It has a five far-field microphone array for advanced beamforming and multi-channel echo cancellation. It also supports voice control with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri. The packaging uses sustainably sourced materials, reducing its environmental impact.

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Why We Love It

Users love the Bose Solo 5 TV Soundbar for its easy installation and superior sound quality. The Bluetooth capability is a favorite among reviewers, allowing them to stream music directly from their devices. The universal remote has also been praised for its convenience, eliminating the need for multiple remotes.

Pros

  • Compact and lightweight
  • Bluetooth capability
  • Universal remote

Cons

  • Lacks HDMI input
  • No subwoofer included

Single soundbar providing better sound quality.

The Bose Solo 5 TV Soundbar Sound System is a compact single soundbar that delivers noticeably better sound than your TV alone. It is equipped with Bluetooth technology that lets you wirelessly stream music from your smartphone or tablet. The soundbar also comes with a universal remote to control your TV and other connected devices.

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Why We Love It

The Yamaha Audio YAS-209BL Soundbar is praised by users for its sound quality and easy setup. The built-in Alexa and Bluetooth connectivity are highlighted as convenient features. Users also appreciate Yamaha's commitment to sustainability with eco-friendly packaging and energy-saving features.

Pros

  • Excellent sound quality
  • Built-in Alexa
  • Eco-friendly packaging and energy-saving features

Cons

  • Not suitable for larger rooms
  • No on-screen display

Soundbar with wireless subwoofer, DTS Virtual:X 3D surround sound, and Alexa

The Yamaha Audio YAS-209BL Soundbar provides an immersive sound experience with its wireless subwoofer and DTS Virtual:X 3D surround sound technology. It includes built-in Alexa for easy voice control and Bluetooth for streaming your favorite music. Yamaha makes a conscious effort to reduce environmental impact with eco-friendly packaging and energy-saving features.

Product Comparison

Compare features across all products in this category

6 Features 10 Products Updated Oct 11, 2025
Product Voice Control Wireless Subwoofer Sound Modes Power Output Eco-Friendly Features Bluetooth Capability
1 Sonos Beam - Smart TV Sound Bar
Yes No Night Mode N/A Sustainable packaging Yes
2 Bose Solo 5 TV Soundbar Sound System
No No N/A N/A N/A Yes
2 Sonos Beam - Smart TV Soundbar
Yes No N/A N/A Sustainable packaging Yes
3 Polk Audio Signa S2 Ultra-Slim TV Sound Bar
No Yes N/A N/A N/A Yes
4 Samsung 2.1 Soundbar HW-R450
No Yes Game Mode N/A N/A Yes
5 Yamaha Audio YAS-209BL Sound Bar
Yes Yes N/A N/A Sustainable packaging Yes
5 Yamaha Audio YAS-209BL Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer, Bluetooth, and Alexa Voice Control
Yes Yes N/A N/A Sustainable packaging Yes
6 JBL Bar 2.1 - Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer
No Yes N/A 300W N/A Yes
7 TCL Alto 7+ 2.1 Channel Home Theater Sound Bar
No Yes 3 (Movies, Music, News) N/A N/A Yes
8 Sony HT-S350 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer
No Yes Yes 320W N/A Yes
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Sonos Beam - Smart TV Sound Bar

Voice Control
Yes
Wireless Subwoofer
No
Sound Modes
Night Mode
Power Output
N/A
Eco-Friendly Features
Sustainable packaging
Bluetooth Capability
Yes
2

Bose Solo 5 TV Soundbar Sound System

Voice Control
No
Wireless Subwoofer
No
Sound Modes
N/A
Power Output
N/A
Eco-Friendly Features
N/A
Bluetooth Capability
Yes
2

Sonos Beam - Smart TV Soundbar

Voice Control
Yes
Wireless Subwoofer
No
Sound Modes
N/A
Power Output
N/A
Eco-Friendly Features
Sustainable packaging
Bluetooth Capability
Yes
3

Polk Audio Signa S2 Ultra-Slim TV Sound Bar

Voice Control
No
Wireless Subwoofer
Yes
Sound Modes
N/A
Power Output
N/A
Eco-Friendly Features
N/A
Bluetooth Capability
Yes
4

Samsung 2.1 Soundbar HW-R450

Voice Control
No
Wireless Subwoofer
Yes
Sound Modes
Game Mode
Power Output
N/A
Eco-Friendly Features
N/A
Bluetooth Capability
Yes
5

Yamaha Audio YAS-209BL Sound Bar

Voice Control
Yes
Wireless Subwoofer
Yes
Sound Modes
N/A
Power Output
N/A
Eco-Friendly Features
Sustainable packaging
Bluetooth Capability
Yes
5

Yamaha Audio YAS-209BL Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer, Bluetooth, and Alexa Voice Control

Voice Control
Yes
Wireless Subwoofer
Yes
Sound Modes
N/A
Power Output
N/A
Eco-Friendly Features
Sustainable packaging
Bluetooth Capability
Yes
6

JBL Bar 2.1 - Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer

Voice Control
No
Wireless Subwoofer
Yes
Sound Modes
N/A
Power Output
300W
Eco-Friendly Features
N/A
Bluetooth Capability
Yes
7

TCL Alto 7+ 2.1 Channel Home Theater Sound Bar

Voice Control
No
Wireless Subwoofer
Yes
Sound Modes
3 (Movies, Music, News)
Power Output
N/A
Eco-Friendly Features
N/A
Bluetooth Capability
Yes
8

Sony HT-S350 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer

Voice Control
No
Wireless Subwoofer
Yes
Sound Modes
Yes
Power Output
320W
Eco-Friendly Features
N/A
Bluetooth Capability
Yes

Frequently Asked Questions About Sustainable Soundbars

What makes a sustainable soundbars the "best"?

We evaluate products based on quality, performance, value for money, user reviews, durability, and ease of use. Our rankings are updated regularly to reflect the latest market offerings and user feedback.

How often do you update your sustainable soundbars recommendations?

Our team continuously monitors the market for new products and updates our recommendations quarterly. We also adjust rankings based on user feedback and new testing results.

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