Polk Audio T30 Black
Score: 77/100
Bose TV Speaker
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Polk Audio T30 is a budget-friendly center channel speaker with high sensitivity and dual woofers that provide clear dialogue. Its limitations include a two-way design and no magnetic shielding details. Ideal for small-to-medium home-theater setups using standard receivers.
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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90 dBbest | — | |
50 Wbest | — | |
8 Ωbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.19 kg | 3.72 kgbest |
1 | 3best | |
5 yearsbest | 1 years | |
2.54 cmbest | — | |
13.335 cmbest | — |
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General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 1 years |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Control | false | true |
Audio(1) | ||
Channels | 1 | 3.0 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 5.19 kg | 3.72 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm³) | 17202 cm³ | 3395 cm³ |
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Professional reviewers commend the T30 for its natural, well-balanced sound and impressive bass response at a low price point, noting its high sensitivity makes it easy to drive with typical receivers. However, they caution that its 2-way architecture and modest power handling cannot compete with premium 3-way center speakers, and its frequency range falls short of hi-res alternatives.
Everyday users consistently praise the T30 for clear dialogue, straightforward setup, and good performance without needing a powerful amp. Common themes include appreciation for its value, compact size, and ease of wiring, while recurring concerns revolve around wall-mounting options, lack of magnetic shielding details, and occasional questions about impedance compatibility.
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”
