Sonos Arc Ultra Black
Score: 82/100
JBL Bar 700MK2
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Sonos Arc Ultra provides premium 9.1.4 Dolby Atmos sound with 14 drivers, Bluetooth 5.3, and integrated voice assistants. Its premium price and lack of detailed EQ may deter budget-focused buyers. Perfect for Sonos users wanting high-end performance in a single bar.
The JBL Bar 700MK2 is a 7.1-channel soundbar system featuring a detachable wireless surround set and a 10-inch wireless subwoofer, delivering up to 780 W of power and Dolby Atmos immersion. Its premium performance comes with a larger footprint and higher cost, and Wi-Fi connectivity is not confirmed. Ideal for users who want a full-featured home-theater experience without extensive wiring.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 7.1best | |
— | 780 Wbest | |
— | 25.4 cmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.76 kg | 5 kgbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
117.4 cmbest | 116.33 cm | |
7.95 cmbest | 5.08 cm | |
11.05 cm | 12.7 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(3) | ||
Audio Channels | 9.1.4 | 7.1 |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, DTS compatible | Dolby Atmos |
Wireless Subwoofer | false | true |
Design(4) | ||
Soundbar Weight (kg) | 5.76 kg | 5 kg |
Soundbar Width (cm) | 117.4 cm | 116.33 cm |
Soundbar Height (cm) | 7.95 cm | 5.08 cm |
Soundbar Depth (cm) | 11.05 cm | 12.7 cm |
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Professional reviewers praise the Arc Ultra as a clear step up from the original Arc, highlighting its richer driver array, Sound Motion bass technology and the ability to deliver high volume without noticeable compression. The soundbar's support for Dolby Atmos and a wide range of wireless protocols, combined with TruePlay room correction, earns it high marks for versatility. However, critics note the lack of any graphic EQ or granular tone controls and the limited low-frequency output of the built-in subwoofer as notable drawbacks.
Professional reviewers and editors are not represented in the available sources; product pages simply highlight the system’s Dolby Atmos, detachable speakers and easy setup.
No consumer reviews were found in the research data, so specific praise or complaints from everyday users cannot be summarized.
