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  1. Samsung HW-B550
    Best for deep bass Samsung

    Samsung HW-B550

    4.4/5 $225.85

    Powerful 2.1 channel with Adaptive Sound and a wireless subwoofer. Great for movies and music.

    • Adaptive Sound technology
    • Strong, deep bass
    • Game Mode Pro
    • No Dolby Atmos
    • Slightly boxy design
  2. TCL Alto 6+
    Best under $100 TCL

    TCL Alto 6+

    4.3/5 $215.99 Only 6 left

    Affordable 2.0 channel soundbar with Dolby Audio and Bluetooth. Simple setup with clear sound.

    • Very affordable
    • Dolby Audio support
    • Compact design
    • No subwoofer
    • Limited bass
  3. Sonos Ray
    Best smart budget Sonos

    Sonos Ray

    4.6/5 $219.00

    Compact soundbar with great clarity and Sonos multi-room features. Works with voice assistants.

    • Excellent sound clarity
    • Easy multi-room setup
    • Voice assistant support
    • No HDMI input
    • Pricey for budget category
  4. Best for dialogue Yamaha

    Yamaha SR-B30A

    4.2/5 $180-$250

    Clear Voice feature enhances speech. Built-in dual subwoofers provide good bass without extra speaker.

    • Clear Voice technology
    • Built-in dual subwoofers
    • Wireless streaming
    • No separate subwoofer output
    • Average surround effect
  5. JBL Bar 2.0 All-in-One
    Best ultra-compact JBL

    JBL Bar 2.0 All-in-One

    4.0/5 $159.95

    Single bar with built-in subwoofers for a simple setup. Good for small spaces and TV sound enhancement.

    • All-in-one design
    • Easy setup
    • USB playback
    • No dedicated sub for deep bass
    • Limited connection ports
  6. Roku Streambar SE
    Best all-in-one streaming Roku

    Roku Streambar SE

    4.3/5 $94.00 Only 5 left

    Combines a 2.0 soundbar with a 4K Roku streaming player. Great for upgrading TV audio and streaming.

    • Built-in Roku streaming
    • Compact and simple
    • Good audio for size
    • No subwoofer
    • Limited bass
  7. Bose TV Speaker
    Best dialogue clarity Bose

    Bose TV Speaker

    4.5/5 $249.00

    Wide soundstage with proprietary Dialogue mode. Pairs with Bose Bass Module for fuller sound.

    • Excellent dialogue clarity
    • Wide soundstage
    • Simple connection
    • No HDMI ARC
    • Expensive for budget
  8. Polk Audio Signa S2
    Best value bundle Polk Audio

    Polk Audio Signa S2

    4.3/5 $249.00

    Comes with a wireless subwoofer and includes Polk's patented Voice Adjust technology. Balanced sound.

    • Voice Adjust technology
    • Included wireless sub
    • Multiple EQ modes
    • No wall-mount hardware
    • Sub can be boomy
  9. Vizio V-Series V21d-J8
    Best overall budget VIZIO

    Vizio V-Series V21d-J8

    4.5/5 $149.99 Currently unavailable

    Excellent value with clear dialogue, deep bass, and easy setup. Ideal for small to medium rooms.

    • Clear dialogue mode
    • Good bass from wireless sub
    • Bluetooth and HDMI ARC
    • No wall-mounting kit included
    • Subwoofer cable could be longer
  10. VIZIO M-Series M213ad-K8
    Best for music VIZIO

    VIZIO M-Series M213ad-K8

    4.4/5 $74.99 Currently unavailable

    Excellent for music with balanced sound, DTS Virtual:X, and a wireless sub. HDMI and optical inputs.

    • Balanced sound profile
    • DTS Virtual:X
    • Multiple input options
    • No Dolby Atmos
    • Remote could be better

What to consider before buying

When choosing a budget soundbar, prioritize clarity and bass if watching movies, or consider streaming features if you need an all-in-one solution. Look for HDMI ARC for easier control and Bluetooth for music. Check room size and ensure the soundbar fits your TV setup. Read reviews for specific model quirks.

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