Consumer Score
In comparison:
Bose SoundTouch 300 ranks #15 out of 142. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.7
Great
Consumer Score
In comparison:
Bose Solo 5 ranks #30 out of 142. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.6
Great
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Neither Bose SoundTouch 300 nor Bose Solo 5 were recommended by experts this month

On 5 Apr 2024 (14 days ago) we went through 95 Sound Bar expert endorsements , however neither Bose SoundTouch 300 nor Bose Solo 5 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Sound Bar received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Samsung HW-Q990C or other critically acclaimed Sound Bars of this month.

For reference, Samsung HW-Q990C received 6 endorsements this month, from Digital Trends (7 Mar 2024), WIRED (14 Mar 2024) TechHive (6 Oct 2023) and 3 others.

Rank Change Price Sound Bar
Digital Trends
SoundGuys
WIRED
World Wide Stereo
TechHive
What Hi-Fi
PCMag
TechRadar
Tom's Guide
Rtings.com
1
+1 $1020
Samsung HW-Q990C
The Samsung HW-Q990C soundbar is highly praised for its exceptional sound quality, immersive experience, and extensive connectivity options, making it a top choice for enhancing TV audio and creating a cinematic home theater experience.
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5
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5
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6
3
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1
N/A N/A $429
Bose SoundTouch 300
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N/A N/A $143
Bose Solo 5
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, in Apr 2024 neither Bose SoundTouch 300 nor Bose Solo 5 were recommended by key experts who publish Sound Bars recommendations.
Rank Change Price Sound Bar
Digital Trends
SoundGuys
WIRED
World Wide Stereo
TechHive
What Hi-Fi
PCMag
TechRadar
Tom's Guide
Rtings.com
1
+1 $1020
Samsung HW-Q990C
The Samsung HW-Q990C soundbar is highly praised for its exceptional sound quality, immersive experience, and extensive connectivity options, making it a top choice for enhancing TV audio and creating a cinematic home theater experience.
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5
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5
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6
3
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1
2
-1 $471
Sonos Beam Gen 2
The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is a compact and stylish soundbar that delivers excellent audio quality for both music and movies, with versatile connectivity options and compatibility with Dolby Atmos, making it a recommended choice for Sonos fans and those seeking high-quality audio enjoyment.
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2
7
4
4
3
7
7
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6
3
- $842
Sonos Arc
The Sonos Arc is a high-end soundbar with impressive sound quality, expansive soundstage, and modern design, ideal for those seeking an immersive surround sound experience for movies and music.
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10
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4
4
6
5
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4
+2 $998
Sony HT-A7000
The Sony HT-A7000 is a high-end soundbar with a neutral sound profile, wide and immersive soundstage, comprehensive connectivity options, and advanced features such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, making it a great choice for enhancing the listening experience.
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From Seller:
  • Product 1: Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately)
  • Product 1: HDMI connectivity with 4K pass through brings your music, movies and TV shows to life. Supported audio formats : Dolby Digital, DTS
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From Seller:
  • Connector Type: Lightning
  • Included Components: Bose Solo 5 TV sound system
  • Universal remote control
  • Power Cord
  • Optical digital audio cable
  • Coaxial digital audio cable
  • Read more
From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0017817739924
UPC Numbers: 017817739924
Model Numbers: 767520-1100
EAN Numbers: 0017817700214, 0017817700221, 0017817700238, 0667649335339, 6000001119736
UPC Numbers: 017817700214, 017817700221, 017817700238, 667649335339
Model Numbers: 732522-1110, 732522-2110, 732522-5110
Info
Weight

10 lbs
 

3.7 lbs
 
Dimensions
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Output power What is the output power of the speaker?
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30 watts
Speaker composition What is the cabinet of the speaker made out of?
ABS
ABS
Speaker Design Number of drivers in the speaker
Two-Way
Two-Way
Number of tweeters How many tweeters does the speaker have?
4 tweeters
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Number of Subwoofers How many subwoofers does the speaker have?
2 woofers
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Separate subwoofer included Does the soundbar comes with a separate subwoofer?
No
No
Bluetooth Capability Does the speaker support wireless connection?
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth range What is the Bluetooth range of the speaker?
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33 ft
Supported connections What type of connections does the speaker support?
  • ADAPTiQ headset
  • Power cord
  • HDMI cable
  • Optical cable
  • Optical audio input (digital)
  • Coaxial audio input (digital)
  • 3.5 mm aux input (analog)
Hi-resolution audio Does the speaker support hi-resolution audio playback?
Yes
Yes
In-unit Controls What controls are on the soundbar itself?
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None
Rechargeable battery Does the speaker have a built in rechargeable battery?
Yes
No
FM Radio capability Does the speaker have an FM radio?
No
No
Built-in microphone Does the speaker have a built-in microphone?
No
No
Wi-fi enabled Is the speaker capable of connecting to wi-fi?
Yes
No
App/Smartphone controlled Is the speaker can be controlled by an app or a smartphone?
Yes
SoundTouch app
No
ENERGY STAR certified Is the speaker energy star certified?
No
No
Chromecast built-in Does the speaker have a built-in Chromecast playback?
No
No
Airplay capability Does the speaker support Airplay technology?
No
No
IR Remote Learning Can the speaker be controlled with an external (universal) remote?
Yes
Yes
Included Accessories What are the accessories included with the speaker?
  • Universal remote
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • ADAPTiQ headset
  • Power cord
  • HDMI cable
  • Optical cable
  • Universal remote control
  • Power supply and cord
  • Optical digital audio cable
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Bose SoundTouch 300 is a popular option on the higher end of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling sound bars and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as LG SJ8 or Harman Kardon SB26 .

Bose SoundTouch 300 was released in 2016. There are quite a few newer sound bars on the market. Show newer Sound Bars

Bose SoundTouch 300 is $130 more expensive than the average sound bar ($299).

Bose Solo 5 is a very popular and one of the cheaper options. It's in the top 3 bestselling sound bars and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Samsung HW-J250 or Rockville Rockbar .

Bose Solo 5 was released in 2016. There are more than 5 newer sound bars on the market. Show newer Sound Bars

Bose Solo 5 is $156.01 less expensive than an average sound bar ($299).

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