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Bose · Released Oct 2021

Bose Soundbar 900 Review

Atmos · 9 drivers · ADAPTiQ

Specdex verdict Bose's Bose Soundbar 900 lands at 87/100 — a solid premium pick that trades on the small details, even if it doesn't unseat the category leaders.

Bose's compact Atmos soundbar. PhaseGuide tech delivers virtual height effects without upfiring drivers — the best-fit Atmos bar for tight TV setups.

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Bose Soundbar 900 — Atmos · 9 drivers · ADAPTiQ
Specdex Score
87
/ 100
sound 88
features 88
ease 92
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Bose Soundbar 900 versus its closest rivals

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Editorial · Specdex take
Pros
  • +Compact width (~1050mm)
  • +Excellent dialog clarity
  • +AirPlay 2 + Chromecast both supported
Cons
  • −No DTS:X
  • −Atmos via PhaseGuide arrays (no upfiring)
  • −Expensive vs feature-matched rivals

Who's the Bose Soundbar 900 for?

Quick verdicts for the most common buyer profiles, derived from the sub-scores above.

Power users and creators Skip

Compute scores trail current top-tier — look at our step-up alternatives below if performance is the priority.

Budget-conscious buyers Consider

Mid-tier pricing at $899 — review whether the score-per-dollar lines up against the cheaper alternatives we recommend.

In the box

What you get when you unbox the Bose Soundbar 900.

  • Soundbar
  • Power cable
  • HDMI cable
  • Wall-mount template
  • Remote (region-dependent)

Standard contents — region/SKU may vary; confirm at retailer.

Full score breakdown

Editorial · Specdex score
sound 88
features 88
ease 92
value 84

Sub-scores are Specdex's own assessment, weighted by category. They are not endorsed by, sourced from, or affiliated with the manufacturer. How we score →

Specifications

Manufacturer-sourced where verifiable
Audio
Bose Soundbar 900 audio specs
Specification Value
Drivers 9 (5 dipole + 2 PhaseGuide + 1 woofer + 1 tweeter)
Connectivity
Bose Soundbar 900 connectivity specs
Specification Value
Connectivity Wi-Fi 6, eARC HDMI 2.1, BT 5.0, AirPlay 2, Chromecast
Build & design
Bose Soundbar 900 build & design specs
Specification Value
Width 1050 mm
Software & support
Bose Soundbar 900 software & support specs
Specification Value
Atmos Yes (PhaseGuide)
Other
Bose Soundbar 900 other specs
Specification Value
Channels 5.0.2
Voice Alexa + Google

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