Sony
Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9
$1399
89
/ 100
From $1,399
VS
Bose
Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra
$999
89
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 lands at 89 and Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 if…
- ✓Dolby Atmos on most
- ✓One-box simplicity
- ✓eARC passthrough
Pick Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra if…
- ✓Dolby Atmos on most
- ✓One-box simplicity
- ✓eARC passthrough
Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 89
vs 89 Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra
Score breakdown
Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9
89 sound 89
features 87
design 84
ease 86
Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra
89 sound 89
features 87
design 84
ease 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 | Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra |
|---|
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
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
FAQ: Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 vs Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra
Which is better, Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 or Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra? +
Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
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.
Is Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra worth the price? +
At $999, Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in sound.
Does Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 or Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra 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.