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Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra — $999
Bose

Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra

$999

89
/ 100
From $999
VS
Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 — $1399
Sony

Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9

$1399

89
/ 100
From $1,399
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra lands at 89 and Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra if…

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

Pick Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 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.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features 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.

Value for money

Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,399).

Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra 89
vs
89 Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9

Score breakdown

Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra
89
sound 89
features 87
design 84
ease 86
Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9
89
sound 89
features 87
design 84
ease 86

Specs side-by-side

Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra versus Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 — full spec comparison
Spec Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9

Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra

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

Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9

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 Ultra vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9

Which is better, Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra or Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9? +

Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra worth the price? +

At $999, Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in sound.

Is Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 worth the price? +

At $1,399, Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in sound.

Does Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra or Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 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 Ultra or Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9? +

Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra — more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,399). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.