Bose
Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra
$999
89
/ 100
From $999
VS
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
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
| 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.