Polk Audio RC65i White
Score: 78/100
Bose TV Speaker
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Polk RC65i is an in-wall speaker offering high sensitivity and a paintable grille for seamless décor integration. Its modest bass response and relatively heavy construction limit deep low-frequency performance and ease of installation. Ideal for budget-conscious homeowners seeking discreet surround or stereo speakers.
The Bose TV Speaker is a compact 3-channel soundbar with a dedicated tweeter and dialogue mode, offering simple HDMI ARC or optical setup and Bluetooth 4.2 streaming. It lacks built-in bass, Wi-Fi, and Dolby Atmos, which may disappoint users seeking immersive sound. Perfect for small rooms or budget-conscious viewers needing clear dialogue.
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20 kHzbest | — | |
89 dBbest | — | |
100 Wbest | — | |
8 Ωbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.629 kgbest | 3.72 kg |
— | 3best | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
1.9 cmbest | — |
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Controls(1) | ||
Remote Control | false | true |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | false | 4.2 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 3.629 kg | 3.72 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm³) | 5021 cm³ | 3395 cm³ |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consistently highlight the RC65i's balanced sound, easy rotating-cam installation, and paintable grille, while noting its modest bass roll-off at 60 Hz and budget-level build.
Everyday users praise the speaker's low-profile look, straightforward mounting, and paintable finish, but note the need for a subwoofer and weight/installation constraints.
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.
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.
“Best budget sound bar for 2025”
“Easy pairing and music streaming via Bluetooth from phones”
