Bose TV Speaker
Score: 67/100
Roku Streambar Pro
Score: 70/100Rankings
The Roku Streambar Pro is a 2-in-1 4K HDR streaming device and soundbar delivering 36 W of virtual surround sound with Wi-Fi and voice-assistant support. Its modest power and lack of Dolby Atmos limit cinematic impact, especially without the optional subwoofer. Best suited for apartments or dorm rooms where a simple, all-in-one streaming and audio upgrade is desired.
The Bose TV Speaker is a compact 3-channel soundbar that excels in delivering clear dialogue and easy HDMI ARC/optical setup. It lacks built-in bass and advanced features like Wi-Fi or Dolby Atmos, making it best for small-room, budget-focused users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
3best | 2 | |
— | 36 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.72 kg | 2.495 kgbest |
9 mbest | — | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
59.38 cm | 81.79 cmbest | |
5.61 cm | 7.11 cmbest | |
10.21 cmbest | 9.91 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(1) | ||
Audio Channels | 3 | 2.0 |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | unknown |
Wi‑Fi Support | false | true |
Design(4) | ||
Soundbar Weight (kg) | 3.72 kg | 2.495 kg |
Soundbar Width (cm) | 59.38 cm | 81.79 cm |
Soundbar Height (cm) | 5.61 cm | 7.11 cm |
Soundbar Depth (cm) | 10.21 cm | 9.91 cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Bose TV Speaker for its ultra-slim profile, straightforward HDMI ARC/optical setup, and strong dialogue enhancement, positioning it as the top budget soundbar for 2025. They acknowledge its expandability with a wired subwoofer but note the lack of built-in bass, Wi-Fi, and Dolby Atmos as clear limitations compared to higher-end Bose models.
Everyday users consistently highlight the ease of Bluetooth pairing and the clear speech improvement for everyday viewing, while repeatedly mentioning confusion over listed dimensions and a desire for deeper bass. Overall sentiment is positive for basic TV audio upgrades but tempered by expectations for more robust low-frequency performance.
Professional reviewers praise the Streambar Pro's compact yet sturdy design, its seamless HDMI-ARC/optical connectivity, and the ability to stream 4K HDR content while delivering 36 W of virtual surround sound. They highlight the integrated voice-assistant support and USB media playback as added conveniences, but note that bass performance suffers without the optional subwoofer and that the modest power may not satisfy larger spaces.
Everyday users appreciate the ease of upgrading older TVs to 4K/HDR streaming and the noticeable boost in dialogue clarity and overall volume. The Bluetooth music streaming and voice remote are frequently mentioned as convenient features, while recurring complaints focus on thin bass, the need for an optical cable when HDMI-ARC isn't available, and the bar's length making it hard to fit in smaller cabinets.
“Best budget sound bar for 2025”
“Easy pairing and music streaming via Bluetooth from phones”
“Excellent value with combined streaming and sound upgrade.”
