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Sonos Beam (Gen 2)
4.4 feature score
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Sonos Beam (Gen 1)
4.2 feature score
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Sonos Arc Soundbar
5 supporting reviews
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Bose Smart Soundbar
3.7 overall score
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Voice assistant responsiveness is rated positively, with reviewers noting reliable or sharp-eared command pickup even during loud content.
Pros: Smart assistant integration (Alexa, Dialogue clarity (for TV/soundbar use)
Cons: Bluetooth codec support, Gaming HDMI passthrough
Voice assistant responsiveness is usually good, with reviewers reporting effective Alexa or assistant control for music, volume, and smart-home tasks.
Pros: Weight convenience, Dialogue clarity (for TV/soundbar use)
Cons: Bluetooth codec support, Dolby Atmos height effects
Voice assistant responsiveness is generally adequate, though one reviewer had to articulate the wake word more carefully.
Pros: Spotify Connect reliability, AirPlay compatibility
Cons: AI Room Calibration, Gaming HDMI passthrough
Voice assistant responsiveness is usually praised for picking up commands, but one beta experience was unreliable.
Pros: Setup simplicity, Distortion at high volume
Cons: Bluetooth codec support, Video passthrough support
Voice assistant responsiveness is effectively absent because reviews cite no voice-assistant support to respond to commands.
Pros: Setup simplicity, Dialogue clarity (for TV/soundbar use)
Cons: AirPlay compatibility, Chromecast compatibility