Polk Monitor XT60 Midnight Black
Score: 78/100
Sonos Beam Gen 2
Score: 79/100Rankings
The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is a sleek 5-channel soundbar with virtual Dolby Atmos, voice-assistant integration, and full Sonos multi-room support, delivering balanced sound in compact form. It lacks Bluetooth and has modest bass without an optional sub, which may disappoint bass-hungry listeners. Suited for apartments or small living rooms that prioritize ease of use and ecosystem integration.
The Polk Monitor XT60 is a slim floor-standing speaker with passive radiators that deliver deep bass and hi-res detail, plus Dolby Atmos/DTS:X support. It lacks remote or wireless control and is heavier than its specifications suggest. Best for budget-conscious users seeking immersive home-theater performance in smaller rooms.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
86 dBbest | — | |
4 Ωbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.07 kg | 2.88 kgbest |
2 | 5best | |
5 yearsbest | 1 years | |
2.54 cm | 7.6 cmbest | |
16.51 cmbest | — | |
16.51 cmbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
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General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 1 years |
Audio(2) | ||
Channels | 2 | 5 |
Driver Size (cm) | 2.54 cm | 7.6 cm |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Support | false | true |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 9.07 kg | 2.88 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm³) | 40650 cm³ | 4415 cm³ |
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Professional reviewers describe the XT60 as a budget-oriented floor-standing speaker that punches above its price class, offering hi-res certification, dynamic full-range sound, and effortless bass thanks to its passive radiators, making it a solid choice for entry-level immersive home-theater setups.
Everyday buyers give mixed feedback, praising the energetic bass, detailed highs, and immersive staging for movies and music, while noting concerns about the speaker's actual weight and occasional lack of refinement at higher listening levels.
“Easy setup, clear dialogue/music at low volumes, virtual Atmos 'fills the room' without wires, blends into decor.”
Professional reviewers commend the Beam Gen 2 for its balanced five-driver sound, compact virtual Dolby Atmos implementation, and fast voice activation, while noting the lack of true up-firing drivers and Bluetooth.
Everyday users appreciate the easy setup, clear dialogue at low volumes, and the way virtual Atmos fills the room without extra speakers, but they note limited bass and the missing Bluetooth option.
