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Neither Samsung HW-K450 nor Sony CT290 were recommended by experts this month

On 5 Mar 2024 (24 days ago) we went through 97 Sound Bar expert endorsements , however neither Samsung HW-K450 nor Sony CT290 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 Sonos Beam Gen 2 or other critically acclaimed Sound Bars of this month.

For reference, Sonos Beam Gen 2 received 8 endorsements this month, from Rtings.com (28 Feb 2024), TechRadar (28 Feb 2024) PCMag (4 Dec 2023) and 5 others.

Rank Change Price Sound Bar
Rtings.com
Tom's Guide
TechRadar
PCMag
What Hi-Fi
TechHive
World Wide Stereo
WIRED
SoundGuys
Digital Trends
1
- $489
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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N/A N/A $400
Samsung HW-K450
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N/A N/A $170
Sony CT290
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, in Mar 2024 neither Samsung HW-K450 nor Sony CT290 were recommended by key experts who publish Sound Bars recommendations.
Rank Change Price Sound Bar
Rtings.com
Tom's Guide
TechRadar
PCMag
What Hi-Fi
TechHive
World Wide Stereo
WIRED
SoundGuys
Digital Trends
1
- $489
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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- $1048
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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- $810
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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- $299
Vizio M-Series 5.1
The Vizio M-Series 5.1 Soundbar is a versatile and affordable audio system that offers excellent sound quality, making it suitable for a variety of audio content, including music and movies, and is compatible with most TVs on the market.
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From Seller:
  • 2.1 Channel, 300 Watt total, Wireless Active Subwoofer
  • Inputs: 1 Digital Optical Audio, 1 HDMI, 3.5mm Audio AUX In, Bluetooth, microUSB
  • TV Sound Connect - Enjoy a clutter-free home entertainment system. TV SoundConnect lets you instantly enjoy movies, music, and TV shows with clearer, more impactful sound.* (Only available on select Samsung TVs)
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From Seller:
  • 300W power, plus 2.1ch S-Force PRO Front Surround sound
  • Connect and stream music easily with Bluetooth; Slot-in design
  • Save space with the ultra-slim, wall-mountable design
  • Hear clearer voices with Voice Mode and clearer sound at low volumes with Night Mode
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Weight

21 lbs
 

5.1 lbs
 
Dimensions
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Input power What is the input power of the speaker?
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300
Output power What is the output power of the speaker?
300 watts
40 watts
Impedance What is the nominal impedance of the speaker?
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4 ohms
Speaker composition What is the cabinet of the speaker made out of?
ABS
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Speaker Design Number of drivers in the speaker
Two-Way
Two-Way
Tweeter composition What is the tweeter made out of?
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Other
Number of Subwoofers How many subwoofers does the speaker have?
1 woofers
1 woofers
Subwoofer type What type of subwoofer does this speaker use?
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Cone
Subwoofer composition What is the subwoofer made out of?
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Other
Separate subwoofer included Does the soundbar comes with a separate subwoofer?
No
Yes
Bluetooth Capability Does the speaker support wireless connection?
Yes
Yes
Supported connections What type of connections does the speaker support?
  • Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
  • TV SoundConnect
  • USB Host
  • ARC (Audio Return Channel)
  • Audio Input
  • Optical Input
  • Bluetooth
  • bluetooth
  • HDMI Arc
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?
No
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?
No
No
App/Smartphone controlled Is the speaker can be controlled by an app or a smartphone?
Yes
Samsung Audio Remote app
No
ENERGY STAR certified Is the speaker energy star certified?
Yes
No
Number of sound modes How many sound modes does the speaker have?
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3
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
No
Included Accessories What are the accessories included with the speaker?
  • Remote Controller
  • Battery
  • Optical Cable
  • Wall Mount Bracket
  • Batteries
  • Foot Pad
  • Optical Cable
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Samsung HW-K450 is a popular and one of the more expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling sound bars and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Vizio SB36512-F6 or Harman Kardon SB26 .

Samsung HW-K450 is $94.35 more expensive than an average sound bar ($305.60).

Sony CT290 is a popular option on the lower 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 Vizio SB362An-F6 or Roku Streambar Pro .

Sony CT290 is $135.61 cheaper than the average sound bar ($305.60).

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