Best Cheap Soundbar Deals for July 2021: Bose & Sonos

It’s a common problem: You’re happy with your TV, it looks great and your movies are crisp and detailed, but something isn’t right. The sound coming from it is weak and underwhelming.

However, there is an easy solution to this problem, which is to treat your new TV to a companion soundbar. These slim, low-profile bars sit under your TV and can provide a real boost in sound to help dialogue sound more crisp, to make music sound richer, and to make movies more enjoyable thanks to extra bass and thrum.

When it comes to shopping for a soundbar you’ll find a big range of prices, from bargain to ultra-high-end, and to learn more you can check out our reviews of the best soundbars from top brands like Bose and Sonos. To save some money on your next soundbar purchase, we’ve rounded up some of the best cheap soundbar deals to be found on the internet.

Today’s best soundbar deals

Roku Streambar 4K HDR Streaming Media Player & Bluetooth TV Speaker — $99, was $130
TCL Alto 8+ 2.1 Channel Soundbar with Built-In Subwoofer – Fire TV Edition — $126, was $150
LG 2.1 Channel 160W Soundbar — $130, was $177
Polk Audio MagniFi Mini Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer — $299
LG SN9YG 5.1.2 Hi-Res Audio Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Google Assistant — $696, was $1,000
Sonos Playbar — $799
Vizio Elevate 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos Soundbar — $850, was $1,000

Don't let its size fool you — the MagniFi Mini is on par with some of the best, full-sized soundbars on the market in the audio department, creating a soundstage that fills the entire room. More Less

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Why choose between a soundbar or a streaming media device when you can have both for way less money? Plug the Streambar into your TV via HDMI ARC and you'll get awesome sound and video in minutes. More Less

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This soundbar family was one of our top-reviewed of 2020, and it will turn any TV into full-fledged home theater with Dolby Atmos. Perfect for movies and Music, and it doubles as smart speaker. More Less

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Offering surround sound for a fuller listening experience plus Bluetooth functionality for connecting your phone or computer as well as your TV, this bar comes with a wireless sub for extra bass. More Less

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Vizio is the king of soundbar value, and this 5.1 system is a great deal. With a subwoofer so thin you can hide it under your couch and support for DTS Virtual:X, this is the upgrade your TV deserves. More Less

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We love the way this LG soundbar creates total immersion into music and movie soundtracks. It can double as a smart speaker, and it's compatible with every music format you can throw at it. More Less

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Samsung has never disappointed, and its HW-T450 soundbar is no different. With two channels and a wireless subwoofer, this soundbar system is ready to turn movie nights into a director's delight. More Less

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With tons of power and DTS:Virtual X surround sound, this soundbar will take your humble TV and turn it into a full-fledged home theater, with awesome sound for movies and music. More Less

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How to choose a soundbar

There are a few main features you’re going to want to keep an eye out for when searching for the soundbar of your dreams — unless you’re perusing our lest of the best soundbar deals for December. This is because we’ve done all the hard work for you, making sure all of the bars we’ve selected have all the tools you need to create an immersive home viewing experience.

Having said that, there are some soundbars that bundle features that aren’t necessarily required, but could be a welcome addition to your entertainment setup. For example, Vizio’s SmartCast bars have Chromecast Audio built in, opening up the door to a Sonos-like multi-room music-streaming experience with support for both Google Play Music and Spotify right out of the box.

It’s also worth checking the soundbar you’re eyeing up has an HDMI slot on board (all of the ones we’ve featured do), since it supports far more audio formats than a standard optical cable, including Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS:X. You’re going to want at least one of these if you’re hoping to create the home theater to rule all home theaters — or something close.

Optical	HDMI
Stereo	Stereo
Dolby Digital	Dolby Digital
DTS	DTS
	DTS:X
	Dolby Digital Plus
	Dolby Atmos
	Dolby True HD

And if you’re only just starting to spruce up your home entertainment setup and haven’t invested in one already, you will probably benefit from a soundbar that comes with a subwoofer in the box. Fortunately, almost all bars on the market can be purchased as part of a bundle that includes a wireless subwoofer, so you shouldn’t have to search far and wide for this.

Whatever the case, for anyone looking for a soundbar the core features are: HDMI with support for either a Dolby or DTS format (or both), and a subwoofer if you want to add some floor-shaking kick to the experience.

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