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Bose Smart Ultra

vsSonos Beam

Two top-rated home theater speakers — built for different needs. Pick your priorities and we'll score them in real time.

What matters most to you?
Primarily use the speakers?
Top pick
Bose Smart Ultra
$1,897.00
Match score100%
Soundbar with wireless surroundsStandard surround is enoughAll wireless (wireless avoids cables)
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Sonos Beam
$998.00
Match score0%
Soundbar with wireless surroundsStandard surround is enoughAll wireless (wireless avoids cables)
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Bose Smart UltraFeatureSonos Beam
Mixed use
Primarily use the speakers
Movies and TV
Soundbar with wireless surrounds
Home theater setup appeals to
Soundbar with wireless surrounds
Atmos is nice to have
Immersive audio like Dolby
Atmos is nice to have
All wireless
Prefer wired or wireless
All wireless
Smart features and voice control
Feature
Smart features and voice control

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Key differences: Bose Smart Ultra vs Sonos Beam

Choosing between the Bose Smart Ultra and the Sonos Beam comes down to what matters most to you in a home theater speakers. Movies and TV require clear dialogue and dynamic effects. The Bose Smart Ultra leans toward mixed use, while the Sonos Beam offers movies and tv.

The Bose Smart Ultra stands out for users who value soundbar with wireless surrounds and standard surround is enough and all wireless (wireless avoids cables).

Meanwhile, the Sonos Beam is the stronger pick if soundbar with wireless surrounds and standard surround is enough and all wireless (wireless avoids cables) are your top priorities.

Rather than declaring an absolute winner, we recommend using the interactive comparison above — your priorities determine which product scores higher.

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