Polk Audio Signa S2
Score: 62/100
Vizio 5.1 Soundbar SE
Score: 74/100Rankings
The VIZIO 5.1 Soundbar SE delivers a full 5.1 surround experience with a wireless subwoofer and rear satellites, offering strong bass and Atmos support, but it lacks an optical input, a physical remote, and true height drivers.
The Polk Audio Signa S2 is a compact 2.1-channel sound bar with a wireless subwoofer, offering dialogue-enhancing VoiceAdjust™ technology and easy HDMI ARC setup, but it lacks advanced surround codecs and smart-home features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 180 Wbest | |
2 | 5.1best | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.8 kgbest | 7.269 kg |
12 monthsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio Performance(2) | ||
Audio Channels | 2 | 5.1 |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Digital 5.1 | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Soundbar Weight (kg) | 1.8 kg | 7.269 kg |
Remote Control Included | true | false |
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | AC | Corded electric |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.2 |
Optical Input | true | false |
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Professional reviewers commend the Signa S2 for its dialogue-enhancing VoiceAdjust™ technology, solid midrange performance, and straightforward HDMI ARC integration, noting it outshines budget rivals like the Bose Solo 5 but criticizing its lack of immersive surround, limited codec support, and absence of smart-home features.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the sound bar's ability to make dialogue clearer and its hassle-free installation, with many calling it a noticeable upgrade over TV speakers; common complaints revolve around Bluetooth reliability, a small remote, aggressive power-saving shutdown, and the dusty fabric grille.
Professional reviewers praise the VIZIO 5.1 Soundbar SE for delivering realistic surround thanks to its physical rear satellites and strong bass, while noting the lack of an optical input and that Atmos is simulated rather than driven by up-firing speakers.
Everyday users consistently highlight crisp dialogue, powerful bass, and immersive surround, while expressing frustration over the missing remote, occasional Bluetooth/subwoofer dropouts, and the clunky app interface.
“Night Mode is a useful feature for late-night viewing”
“The wireless subwoofer delivers surprisingly deep bass”
