Overall sound is often described as clear, strong, and much better than TV speakers, especially for speech. The main tradeoff is a boxy or tinny character and limited fullness for...
Pros: Stereo imaging accuracy, Subwoofer
Cons: Wi-Fi streaming reliability, Dolby Atmos height effects
Most owners hear a clear, surprisingly full upgrade over laptop or monitor speakers, especially for the price. A smaller group finds the tuning merely average or disappointing.
Pros: Battery life (if portable), Detail retrieval
Cons: optical, Audio format support