Soundbars Reviews

KEF XIO

By Robyn Quick Published 8 July 25

Precise and effortless, KEF’s first-ever soundbar is simply stunning.

Canvas HiFi Canvas 65

By Lewis Empson Published 3 July 25

Forget Dolby Atmos, this 'soundbar' is here to lure hi-fi enthusiasts into the world of home cinema.

Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 6

By Tom Parsons Last updated 23 May 25

Sony’s mid-range Dolby Atmos soundbar package gets you a lot of kit for your money

Sharp HT-SB700

By Robyn Quick Published 21 May 25

An affordable and light soundbar that packs a surprising punch.

Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus

By Robyn Quick Published 2 May 25

Amazon’s step-up soundbar talks a good game with its spec sheet but fails to master the basics of sound quality.

Amazon Fire TV Soundbar

By Robyn Quick Published 28 March 25

Amazon's soundbar isn't what you'd expect of a 'Fire TV' device – but does it sound any good?

Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 8

By Tom Parsons Published 14 March 25

Can Sony’s smaller Bravia ‘bar live up to the standards set by its superb sibling?

Hisense HS214 2.1

By What Hi-Fi? Last updated 13 March 25

UPDATED Budget TV player Hisense brings its cheap and cheerful approach to AV with the HS214 soundbar, an accessibly priced speaker to improve your TV’s sound quality

Sonos Ray

By What Hi-Fi? Last updated 10 March 25

UPDATED Can Sonos deliver aspirational home cinema sound on a budget without lowering its high standards?

Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

By What Hi-Fi? Last updated 19 February 25

Updated Can the second-generation Sonos Beam succeed where others have failed and deliver immersive audio from a compact unit?