Three genuinely good soundbars at three price points, from a simple step-up on a TV's built-in speakers to a full multi-box Dolby Atmos system with real (not virtual) surround channels.
Sony HT-SF150: Feels far more premium than its price suggests, with a wide soundstage from Sony's S-Force Front Surround processing. What Hi-Fi? named it best soundbar under £100.
Worth knowing: No Dolby Atmos, no separate subwoofer, and dialogue can sometimes sound a touch muffled under pressure.Check price at Amazon UK →Price last checked: 28 July 2026
Sonos Beam (Gen 2): Convincing virtual Dolby Atmos from a genuinely small chassis using head-tracking-style audio processing — What Hi-Fi? said it has 'tangible motion, depth and space' and named it a multi-award winner.
Worth knowing: Only one HDMI port beyond the eARC connection, no DTS:X support, and bass is limited without adding a separate subwoofer.Check price at Amazon UK →Price last checked: 28 July 2026
Samsung HW-Q990F: 11.1.4 real channels — main bar, wireless subwoofer and a pair of wireless rear speakers, all included. What Hi-Fi? called it 'the best Dolby Atmos soundbar system just got better,' with 'a whole new level of bass performance.'
Worth knowing: A genuinely large multi-box system that needs real space for the rear speakers, and pricing may keep falling as Samsung's newer Q990H flagship replaces it on shelves.Check price at Amazon UK →Price last checked: 28 July 2026