Samsung HW-S61D
Score: 79/100
Bose Smart Dolby Atmos
Score: 79/100Rankings
The Samsung HW-S61D is a compact all-in-one 5.0-channel soundbar that provides built-in Alexa, Wi-Fi, and auto-calibration while delivering virtual Dolby Atmos without a separate subwoofer. Its limitations include weaker bass due to the lack of a dedicated subwoofer and reliance on virtual height processing. It best serves Samsung TV owners who want a slim, feature-rich bar without extra speakers.
The Bose Smart Soundbar provides immersive Dolby Atmos sound in a slim form factor with built-in Alexa and Wi-Fi connectivity. It omits advanced room-calibration and a separate subwoofer, positioning it for small-to-medium rooms where convenience outweighs ultimate performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5best | 5best | |
200 Wbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.7 kgbest | 3.14 kg |
— | 9 mbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
67 cm | 69.44 cmbest | |
6.2 cmbest | 5.61 cm | |
10.5 cmbest | 10.39 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
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Audio(2) | ||
Audio Channels | 5.0 | 5 |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD |
Design(4) | ||
Soundbar Weight (kg) | 2.7 kg | 3.14 kg |
Soundbar Width (cm) | 67.0 cm | 69.44 cm |
Soundbar Height (cm) | 6.2 cm | 5.61 cm |
Soundbar Depth (cm) | 10.5 cm | 10.39 cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the Samsung HW-S61D's combination of a compact all-in-one 5.0-channel soundbar featuring built-in woofers, a center speaker, and virtual Dolby Atmos/DTS Virtual:X for immersive audio, optimized for small to medium spaces and Samsung TV integration.
Everyday users consistently commend the soundbar's impressive Atmos immersion, deep bass, and minimalist design, noting that setup is generally easy. The most common complaints revolve around the need for precise wall-mounting and the absence of native voice-assistant support.
Professional reviewers commend the Smart Soundbar for delivering a remarkable sound-to-size ratio, with its five-speaker array and TrueSpace upmixing providing immersive audio despite the compact chassis. The inclusion of Dolby Atmos and Alexa adds convenience, but critics note the lack of ADAPTiQ calibration and a lower speaker count than Bose's higher-end Ultra model, making it a solid mid-range choice rather than a flagship.
Professional reviewers commend the Smart Soundbar for delivering a remarkable sound-to-size ratio, with its five-speaker array and TrueSpace upmixing providing immersive audio despite the compact chassis. The inclusion of Dolby Atmos and Alexa adds convenience, but critics note the lack of ADAPTiQ calibration and a lower speaker count than Bose's higher-end Ultra model, making it a solid mid-range choice rather than a flagship.
