Experts recommend Polk Audio PSW10 more than Yamaha NS-SW050
As of 8 Jan 2025, experts prefer Polk Audio PSW10 over Yamaha NS-SW050, but both Subwoofers have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Polk Audio PSW10 received 3 recommendations: from Rolling Stone (25 Jan 2021), The Sound Junky and Woofer Guy. By contrast, Yamaha NS-SW050 received only 1 recommendation from The Sound Junky.
| Rank | Change | Price | Subwoofer | World Wide Stereo  | Crutchfield  | What Hi-Fi  | Rolling Stone  | BestCovery  | The Master Switch  | Wirecutter  | The Sound Junky  | Woofer Guy  | Digital Trends  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | - | $249 |  Polk Audio PSW10 The Polk Audio PSW10 subwoofer is highly praised for its impressive bass reproduction, compact size, and versatile connectivity options, making it suitable for various audio setups. | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | 6 | 3 | - |
| 21 | N/A | $180 | 
Yamaha NS-SW050 The Yamaha NS-SW050 subwoofer receives positive reviews for its strong bass response, impressive sound quality, compact size, and sleek design, making it suitable for small to medium-sized rooms or setups with limited space. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- The Sound Junky ranked Yamaha NS-SW050 as #2 and Polk Audio PSW10 as #6
Rank Subwoofer Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 7 Yamaha NS-SW050 Best Small... ... ... #6 out of 7 Polk Audio PSW10 Best Under $300... ... ... Source: www.thesoundjunky.com - On 25 Jan 2021 Rolling Stone ranked Polk Audio PSW10 as #1
Rank Subwoofer #1 out of 6 Polk Audio PSW10 ... ... Source: www.rollingstone.com - Woofer Guy ranked Polk Audio PSW10 as #3
Rank Subwoofer Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 8 Polk Audio PSW10 Best Budget-Friendly Option... ... ... Source: wooferguy.com
After counting and adding up the 89 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Polk Audio PSW10 outranks Yamaha NS-SW050. This is not to say that Yamaha NS-SW050 is a bad option. Like Polk Audio PSW10, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Polk Audio PSW10 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Yamaha NS-SW050 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Subwoofer | World Wide Stereo | Crutchfield | What Hi-Fi | Rolling Stone | BestCovery | The Master Switch | Wirecutter | The Sound Junky | Woofer Guy | Digital Trends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $599 |  SVS SB-1000 Pro The SVS SB-1000 Pro is a highly praised subwoofer that offers exceptional sound quality, compact size, solid build quality, and versatile connectivity options, making it suitable for various use cases. | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | - | 4 | - |
| 2 | - | $729 |  Sonos Sub The Sonos Sub is a highly praised and recommended product for its exceptional bass reproduction capabilities, compact size, excellent build quality, and wireless connectivity, making it a versatile option for enhancing your audio experience. | - | - | 4 | - | 19 | - | - | 4 | 5 | 8 |
| 3 | - | $249 | Polk Audio PSW10 The Polk Audio PSW10 subwoofer is highly praised for its impressive bass reproduction, compact size, and versatile connectivity options, making it suitable for various audio setups. | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | 6 | 3 | - |
| 4 | - | $279 |  Klipsch R120SW The Klipsch R120SW subwoofer is highly praised for its impressive bass performance, compact size, excellent build quality, and versatile connectivity options, making it a great choice for enhancing the audio experience in various settings. | - | 2 | - | - | - | 8 | - | - | 1 | - |
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Expert reviews [5]
Total expert reviews: 5
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by n-modell.hu | 93 |
| Average score based on 5 reviews | 92 |
| Lowest score by chooserator.com | 90 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- POWERED SUBWOOFER FOR EXTRA BASS and PUNCH – A 10-inch Dynamic Balance woofer and a uniquely configured directed port provides accurate bass with added depth that brings your music and movies alive. A perfect solution for your small-to-mid size room.Waterproof : No
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From Seller:
- New twisted flare port contributes to clear and tight bass
- Advanced YST II (Yamaha Active Servo Technology II)
- 8” cone woofer
- Stylish addition to any room
- Dynamic Power: 100W (5 ohms)
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