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
This is one of the best sounding speakers in our review
SONOS platform is ideal for music lovers
Discrete 5.1 surround from compatible sources
Elegant looks
Wireless operation
A model of simplicity
Very good sound overall
Considering size
Simple connection and set-up
Nice looking and nice personality
Flexible installation
SONOS app puts the world of music at your fingertips
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
Smooth overall sound quality. Surprisingly effective low-end response given the lack of a subwoofer. Flexible wireless streaming. Doesn't distort on deep bass at high volumes.
Full sound without a subwoofe
Excellent for musi
Support for most streaming music services
Ease of setup and use
Offers true wireless 5.1
Fantastic sound for movies and TV
Big whoop
Right? We came here to hear
And the Playbar doesn't disappoint. In tests with an assortment of audio sources
Including a live telecast of the Oscars
A Bluray of Skyfall
Uncharted 3 on a PS3
And lots of songs streamed from Pandora and Songz
Large
Expansive sound field effectively wraps sound around you
Awesome loudness capability
Yet low on distortion
Warm
Easy-on-the-ears sound makes long-term listening a breeze
Best aesthetic design we've seen yet for a soundbar
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?
Great sound
Stylish
Useful sound modes
Simple set up
Great
Room-filling sound for a soundbar
Top-notch build quality
Easy as pie setup
Its own music server
Integrates with Sonos environment
Controllable via smartphone
The editors didn't like
It doesn't have any other connectivity other than Wi-Fi
Expensive
Single optical input
No DTS decoding
Limited by TVs in getting discrete 5.1 sound
Needs mo bass
Gets a bit congested at high volumes
Could use a second fiberoptic input and DTS support
Limited by TV's ability to pass through 5.1 surround
A little pricey
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
Requires wired Ethernet unless you already have a Sonos Bridge. No hardware remote control. Highly processed sound isn't for purists
Expensiv
No Bluetooth connectivity
No 3.5mm input
Apps feel clunky
Over-reliant on optical audio
Not ideal for music listening
Lacks a dedicated remote. Like all Sonos gear
It's priced to make you cry. Not much bass
Unless you add the company's 0 subwoofer (more tears). Requires an Ethernet connection or Sonos Bridge
Pricier than the competition – even pricier with a subwoofer
Single input woefully limits flexibility
In large rooms (18 ft distance from TV to viewer) the stereo field felt a bit narrow
Published: 2013-03-08, Author: Frank , review by: uk.hardware.info
If you already use digital audio, frequently listen to streaming audio services and want an easy solution without tons of cables, then the Playbar is an interesting product. If you already own a Sonos system, it's a nice upgrade with much better sound t...
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Published: 2013-03-07, Author: Matt , review by: telegraph.co.uk
Abstract: The Sonos soundbar has been a long time coming – retailers went to see it nearly 18 months ago, and Sonos fans have heard plenty of buzz about the brand's take on a product category that is expanding rapidly. Finally, however, the Playbar is on sale an...
Looks great, Works with existing TV remote, TV sound is clearer, louder & wider, Works as a Sonos ZonePlayer, Can be augmented with Sub & Play:3s
Full 5.1channel setup is expensive
Sonos doesn’t launch products too often, but when it does pull back the curtain on something new, it’s almost invariably worth the wait. The PlayBar seems like a natural progression for the company, and it’s clear that a lot of thought and planning went...
Easy to install, sleek, good sound, can connect to Sonos Sub and two Play:3 speakers for surround sound
No HDMI, no 7.1 support, streaming to other components require they are in the same zone
The Sonos PlayBar is a fantastic piece of kit that really delivers. While the price might seem high on the surface you are getting a speaker that replaces your AV receiver, a stack of speakers, and the ability to make it part of a bigger streaming s...
The Sonos Playbar is a superb soundbar. Not only is it sleek and well-built, but it also provides unparalleled sound with plenty of extra features which make it even more desirable. We can't fault the Playbar, but the high price will put it out of reach f...
Whether or not you like the thick, slab like design (we’re quite taken with it), the Sonos Playbar could not have been designed better. It’s a beefy 5.4 kilos and 90cm wide, but once it’s on, you soon stop noticing it’s there. Setting up gadgets that connect to your home network is usually a chore, but the Playbar is painless. You plug it into the router and your TV, or follow the steps to connec
There’s little to fault the Sonos Playbar...except for one thing. All this comes at a cost. The Playbar price rings in at an eye-watering £599. When you can get respectable rivals for less than £100 (albeit, rivals without streaming music services built in), that’s a tough call to make. And if you want to lash it up as part of a full Sonos surround sound set-up, that’ll be another half grand for
Put simply, the Sonos Playbar is the best soundbar we’ve ever tested. Deep, rich sound combined with incredibly well thought out design and Sonos’ flawless multi-room audio system put this box on another level to all of its rivals. It’s just a shame it...
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Published: 2013-03-01, Author: Luke , review by: T3.com
Simplicity, TV integration, Design
Surround sound could be better, Audiophiles will need a sub
Published: 2013-03-04, Author: Mario , review by: gizmodo.in
The Playbar does a lovely job, but you could get something that sounds just as good with more features for less money. That said, Sonos is a luxurious, simple, and satisfying way to listen to music. If you can afford it in the first place, you wont disap...
Well first of all, I wish the Sonos Playbar has a remote control of its own. It was frustrating having to switch on and unlock my phone, look for the app just to adjust the volume. Having said that, I can't say anything bad about the sound quality. It rea...
