Soundbars Reviews

Creative Stage Pro

By Lewis Empson Published 3 February 26

Can Creative’s unassuming soundbar provide great sound in an affordable, no-frills package?

Samsung HW-QS700F Australia

By Jez Ford Published 29 January 26

It’s now a decade since Samsung revolutionised its soundbar designs with a new ‘lab’ in California. Its all-dancing range-toppers regularly win awards, but how do its lower soundbars perform?

Samsung HW-QS90H

By Lewis Empson Published 6 January 26

Not yet rated

Samsung's Sonos Arc Ultra rival brings some serious bass

JBL Bar 1300Mk2

By Jez Ford Published 4 January 26

With its Mk2 flagship soundbar, JBL fights back to fully compete on sound quality, genuine immersion, bass (a lot of that) and especially musicality, a potential trump card for a hi-fi brand.

JBL Bar 300MK2

By Robyn Quick Published 2 December 25

JBL’s Sonos Beam-rivalling Dolby Atmos soundbar may look unassuming, but it packs an impressive punch.

Sonos Arc Ultra

By What Hi-Fi? Last updated 16 October 25

Yes, the bass is better, but that’s just the start of the Arc Ultra’s many sonic upgrades.

Hisense AX5125H

By Tom Parsons Published 14 October 25

A complete Dolby Atmos sound system in a box for an exceptionally low price.

Yamaha True X Surround 90A system

By Jez Ford Published 22 September 25

Yamaha’s got a new beamer, bringing back its 'Sound Projector' technology to upgrade Atmos height channels on this premium package of soundbar, wireless sub and independent wireless rear speakers.

Marshall Heston 120

By Robyn Quick Published 23 July 25

Marshall’s first soundbar looks pretty rock and roll, but how does it sound?

Samsung HW-Q990F

By Lewis Empson Last updated 16 July 25

Samsung’s previous generation Dolby Atmos soundbar system won a major What Hi-Fi? Award last year – can this new model continue the legacy?