Testseek.com have collected 144 expert reviews of the Sonos PlayBar soundbar and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sonos PlayBar soundbar.
April 2013
(85%)
144 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(82%)
28 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
The Sonos Playbar integrates the company's best-in-class digital music software into a thoughtfully designed sound bar. It's dead simple to set up and works seamlessly with other Sonos products
And can even be expanded to a true wireless 5.1 system by ad
Can be integrated into a Sonos whole-home audio system
Very good sound with both movies and music
Versatile setup options
Just two wires
TOSlink and power
Much improved sound vs. TV speakers
Can be expanded to 5.1 surround
Great design
Versatile placement
Beautiful sound
Integrates well into Sonos system
Can wirelessly add sub and satellites
Clever audio modes
Rich
Broadlycompatible apps
Excellent sound
Modular system
Looks fantastic
Easy install
The editors didn't like
The Playbar's heavily processed sound won't please purists. It's also expensive and there are considerably better-sounding alternatives in its price range. Many buyers would be fine with cheaper AirPlay or Bluetooth alternatives
Not a surround-sound system
Lacks in-your-face bass response
Doesn't support Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD Master Audio
Initial setup of the Sonos App can be finicky, expensive
The Sonos Playbar is near perfection as far as soundbars go, providing top notch sound in a simple, self contained package. If you want the best sound you can get from a single speaker system, this is it...
Published: 2017-05-06, Author: Roger , review by: appleinsider.com
In one sense, the Playbar sits in an odd middleground. Its pricetag may be too high for some, while "serious" home theater fans may demand (slightly) better. Nevertheless, the Playbar is a solid option for iPhone and iPad owners who want a single system...
This is one of the best sounding speakers in our review
It doesn't have any other connectivity other than Wi-Fi
The sound quality of the PLAY:3 competes with the best speakers in our comparison, but the lack of connectivity options couldn't be more disappointing. Its audio clarity is almost unmatched, but its Wi-Fi only connectivity is frustrating to say the least...
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Published: 2015-05-07, Author: Twitter
Terry , review by: wegotserved.com
While the SONOS PLAYBAR performs well with quality audio sources, a soundbar isn't going to be the optimum solution for everyone – especially hardcore home theater gurus who want to spend hours optimising AV receivers and speaker setups.Neither wil...
At $699, the Sonos PLAYBAR is a very good, somewhat expensive, sound bar. If the price was lower, it would certainly be a very easy recommendation (“no brainer” would comer to mind). But since it's not, I would urge you to look at your actual needs.If you...
Full sound without a subwoofe, Excellent for musi, Support for most streaming music services
Expensiv, No Bluetooth connectivity
The Sono Playbar soundbar fills your room with rich sound, whether from movies or music--if you're willing to pay a premium for the experience. Soundbars were born in part from frustration caused by the lackluster sound that HDTVs produced. Th...
The Sonos Playbar has a lot going for it, which makes it an easy recommendation. The combination of solid sonic performance and easy-to-use streaming capabilities makes it a winner for just about anyone. If you want to be able to stream music to your soun...
Published: 2013-06-07, Author: Dave , review by: macobserver.com
Music sounds like music: natural and full, but still with plenty of space. Ease of use and setup is unparalleled, as expected from Sonos. Why isn't anyone out there competing with them?
In large rooms (18 ft distance from TV to viewer) the stereo field felt a bit narrow, making us wish for a "wide mode" option
