Bose Soundbar 700 vs Sonos Beam Gen 3
Verdict: The Sonos Beam Gen 3 is the better soundbar for its price, with more features and a more compact design. However, the Bose Soundbar 700 has better sound quality and a more premium feel. According to CNET, the Sonos Beam Gen 3 has 'excellent sound quality' and 'a compact design that's perfect for small rooms' (per CNET review). The Bose Soundbar 700 has 'deep bass and clear highs' (per Wirecutter review).
Bose Soundbar 700 lists at $1,099 while Sonos Beam Gen 3 lists at $499 — Sonos Beam Gen 3 undercuts Bose Soundbar 700 by $600 (120%).
Winner: Sonos Beam Gen 3
Bose Soundbar 700: 7.5/10
Sonos Beam Gen 3: 8/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Bose Soundbar 700 | Sonos Beam Gen 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| drivers | 7 | 5 |
| frequency_response | 20Hz - 20kHz | 20Hz - 20kHz |
| HDMI_ports | 3 | 1 |
| wireless_connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 |
Bose Soundbar 700
What works
- Excellent sound quality with deep bass
- Sleek and compact design
- Easy to set up and use
What doesn't
- No Dolby Atmos support
- Limited HDMI ports
Sonos Beam Gen 3
What works
- Compact and sleek design
- Easy to set up and use
- Supports Dolby Atmos and multi-room audio
What doesn't
- Limited bass response
- No HDMI ARC support
Bottom line
Our pick: Sonos Beam Gen 3.
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