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Bose Smart Soundbar 900 — $899
Bose

Bose Smart Soundbar 900

$899

86
/ 100
From $899
VS
Sonos Beam (Gen 2) — $499
Sonos

Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

$499

86
/ 100
From $499
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Bose Smart Soundbar 900 lands at 86 and Sonos Beam (Gen 2) at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Bose Smart Soundbar 900 if…

  • ✓Dolby Atmos on most
  • ✓One-box simplicity
  • ✓eARC passthrough

Pick Sonos Beam (Gen 2) if…

  • ✓Dolby Atmos on most
  • ✓One-box simplicity
  • ✓eARC passthrough
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound

Tie

Compared on the sound sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Ease of use

Tie

Compared on the ease of use sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) more score per dollar ($499 vs $899).

Bose Smart Soundbar 900 86
vs
86 Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

Score breakdown

Bose Smart Soundbar 900
86
sound 86
features 84
design 84
ease 86
Sonos Beam (Gen 2)
86
sound 86
features 84
design 84
ease 86

Specs side-by-side

Bose Smart Soundbar 900 versus Sonos Beam (Gen 2) — full spec comparison
Spec Bose Smart Soundbar 900 Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

Bose Smart Soundbar 900

Pros
  • +Dolby Atmos on most
  • +One-box simplicity
  • +eARC passthrough
Cons
  • −Rear surrounds sold separately on some
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cabinet depth needs space

Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

Pros
  • +Dolby Atmos on most
  • +One-box simplicity
  • +eARC passthrough
Cons
  • −Rear surrounds sold separately on some
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cabinet depth needs space

FAQ: Bose Smart Soundbar 900 vs Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

Which is better, Bose Smart Soundbar 900 or Sonos Beam (Gen 2)? +

Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Bose Smart Soundbar 900 worth the price? +

At $899, Bose Smart Soundbar 900 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Is Sonos Beam (Gen 2) worth the price? +

At $499, Sonos Beam (Gen 2) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Does Bose Smart Soundbar 900 or Sonos Beam (Gen 2) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Bose Smart Soundbar 900 or Sonos Beam (Gen 2)? +

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) — more score per dollar ($499 vs $899). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.