Bose Smart Ultra
Score: 82/100
Samsung HW-S700D
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Samsung HW-S700D is an ultra-slim 3.1-channel soundbar that offers wireless Dolby Atmos and tight integration with Samsung QLED TVs via Q-Symphony. Its main trade-off is the need for precise wall-mounting and the lack of built-in voice-assistant support. Ideal for owners of wall-mounted Samsung TVs seeking high-performance, low-profile audio.
The Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar offers premium nine-speaker Dolby Atmos performance with ADAPTiQ calibration and dual-assistant voice control. Its lack of an integrated subwoofer and bright tuning may limit bass impact, making it ideal for users seeking high-end features in a single bar.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5best | 3.1 | |
— | 250 Wbest | |
— | 15.24 cmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.75 kg | 1 kgbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
104.5 cmbest | 96.7 cm | |
5.82 cm | 44.3 cmbest | |
10.69 cm | 27.2 cmbest |
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Audio(3) | ||
Audio Channels | 5 | 3.1 |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS:X, DTS-HD MA, PCM | Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X, Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus |
Wireless Subwoofer | false | true |
Design(4) | ||
Soundbar Weight (kg) | 5.75 kg | 1.0 kg |
Soundbar Width (cm) | 104.5 cm | 96.7 cm |
Soundbar Height (cm) | 5.82 cm | 44.3 cm |
Soundbar Depth (cm) | 10.69 cm | 27.2 cm |
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Professional reviewers praise the Bose Smart Ultra for its AI Dialogue clarity, TrueSpace upmixing, and ADAPTiQ room calibration, noting its accurate and spacious sound. However, they criticize the bright default tuning, limited height immersion without satellites, and the absence of a bundled subwoofer, which reduces bass impact compared to larger systems.
Everyday users love the ultra-crisp vocals, immersive surround feel, and the convenience of voice control, while consistently noting that the sound can become treble-heavy and that bass lacks punch without an optional subwoofer. Sync issues with non-eARC TVs are also a recurring complaint.
Professional reviewers highlight the HW-S700D's combination of an ultra-slim chassis, seamless Samsung TV integration via Q-Symphony, and wireless Dolby Atmos as a standout in its class, while praising the six-driver layout and SpaceFit Sound Pro for delivering precise, room-adapted audio. The bar is lauded for its powerful bass from a compact subwoofer and clear dialogue thanks to the Active Voice Amplifier.
Everyday users consistently commend the soundbar's impressive Atmos immersion, deep bass, and minimalist design, noting that setup is generally easy. The most common complaints revolve around the need for precise wall-mounting and the absence of native voice-assistant support.
“Wall mounting requires precise alignment (horizontal/lateral inch adjustments).”
Select HW-S700D if you prioritize Samsung TV syncing and a dedicated subwoofer; select Bose Smart Ultra for integrated voice control and a single-unit form factor.
