Tech Specs: Connectivity: WiFi, HDMI | Type: Dolby Atmos | Dimensions: 3.4 x 45 x 4.5 inches | Bluetooth: No | Voice assistant: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri

Sonos Arc is hands-down the best soundbar overall, thanks to its fantastic sound and reliable performance. To begin, you can connect via the Sonos app or Apple AirPlay 2 and enjoy Trueplay™ optimization with smart EQ adjustments for incredible sound. The Sonos Arc is also easily pairable, so you can add more Sonos speakers for a surround-sound effect. There is easy voice control with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa built in, and when you are finished, you can turn it off with one easy tap. 

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Tech Specs: Connectivity: WiFi, HDMI, USB | Dimensions: 14 x 4.2 x 2.4 inches | Bluetooth: Yes | Voice assistant: Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant

Roku is already famous for its best streaming devices, so it makes sense that it would make one of the best soundbars, too. The Roku Streambar is not just a soundbar – it includes 4K streaming of all your favorite programs, including over 300 live TV channels and access to Roku Originals. Dolby Audio brings movies and shows to life with a 4K resolution for a better picture. Benefit from wide connectivity that includes Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, and WiFi connections. A remote control comes included in case you prefer that over voice control. 

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Tech Specs: Connectivity: WiFi | Type: Dolby Atmos | Dimensions: 5.4 x 2.7 x 48.5 inches | Bluetooth: Yes | Voice assistant: Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa

If you are looking for some serious bass, the Samsung HW-Q990B is the best soundbar with a subwoofer. This wireless soundbar provides Dolby Atmos sound with room-filling Q-Symphony audio and SpaceFit Sound+ for a more powerful experience that puts you right in the action. It includes 11 channels with four up-firing channels in addition to the subwoofer, and a rear speaker kit comes included with up-firing rear speakers to better project sound around the room. For greater convenience, use Alexa or AirPlay2 to control your soundbar.

Tech Specs: Connectivity: WiFi, HDMI, RCA | Type: Dolby Atmos | Dimensions: 49.8 x 6.73 x 5.31 inches | Bluetooth: Yes 

Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar comes with a series of services already built in, such as Chromecast, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect. Thirteen premium drivers mean better sound, which you can easily adjust using the built-in equalizer. There is also the option to tune your music using the three AMBEO 3-D technology modes. Use Bluetooth to get the music going and feel 3D surround sound with deep 30Hz bass. DTS:X and MPEG-H are compatible, as well. However, just keep in mind that this is a wired model and not wireless like some of the other best soundbars on our list.

Tech Specs: Connectivity: WiFi, HDMI | Type: Dolby Atmos | Dimensions: 25.59 x 3.94 x 2.76 inches | Bluetooth: Yes | Voice assistant: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri

Here we have another option from Sonos, only the Sonos Beam has the smart features you want in a soundbar. Dolby Atmos is incorporated for superior, panoramic sound – a new addition to this second generation. Advanced audio processing makes for better-balanced sound, plus there is Speech Enhancement to enunciate dialogue. You also have the option of Night Sound in order to switch to a quieter volume when the rest of the house is sleeping.