(Which is Best?) Sonos Arc Soundbar VS. Bose Smart Soundbar 700

Searching a better soundbar for your TV or other devices? This comparison make you clear to choose the good one.

Sonos Arc Soundbar

The Sonos Arc soundbar delivers premium, cinematic audio right to your living room. Its sleek design seamlessly blends into any décor while packing a powerful punch. Experience crystal-clear highs, deep lows, and expansive 3D sound with Dolby Atmos. Effortlessly stream your favorite music, podcasts, and more with the intuitive Sonos app and voice control. Elevate your home entertainment with the Arc – where stunning sound meets elegant simplicity.

Bose Smart Soundbar 700

Bose Smart Soundbar 700 is crafted with a sleek design and powerful audio, the Bose Smart Soundbar 700 elevates your home entertainment. Experience immersive sound with its custom drivers and PhaseGuide technology, filling every corner of the room. Built-in voice assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant offer hands-free control, while Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity provide seamless streaming. Its premium glass top and metal grille add a touch of elegance to any décor. This soundbar isn’t just about sound; it’s about a smarter way to listen.

Sonos Arc Soundbar VS. Bose Smart Soundbar 700

This is the comparison table of soundbars. You can choose one according to your need.

FeatureSonos Arc SoundbarBose Smart Soundbar 700
Dimensions (W x H x D)114.17 x 8.7 x 11.57 cm (45 x 3.4 x 4.5 in)97.8 x 5.7 x 10.8 cm (38.5 x 2.25 x 4.25 in)
Weight6.25 kg (13.78 lbs)4.76 kg (10.5 lbs)
Color OptionsBlack Matte, White MatteBlack, Arctic White
Build MaterialPremium plastic with perforated grilleTempered glass top, metal grille, premium plastic
Audio Channels5.0.2 (Dolby Atmos with 2 upward-firing drivers)3.0.0 (Stereo, no upward-firing drivers)
Drivers11 custom drivers (8 woofers, 3 tweeters)5 drivers (4 full-range drivers, 1 center tweeter)
Amplifiers11 Class D digital amplifiersNot specified (proprietary amplification)
Supported Audio FormatsDolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, PCM, DTS (up to 5.1)Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM
SubwooferNo built-in subwoofer; supports wireless Sonos Sub (sold separately)No built-in subwoofer; supports wireless Bose Bass Module 700/500 (sold separately)
Surround Sound ExpansionSupports Sonos One SL or Era speakers as surrounds for 5.1.4 setupSupports Bose Surround Speakers for 3.1.2 setup
Sound CalibrationTrueplay (iOS only, tunes sound to room acoustics)ADAPTiQ (uses headset for room calibration)
Frequency ResponseNot specified (optimized for full range)Not specified (optimized for clear dialogue and music)
Sound Enhancement FeaturesSpeech Enhancement, Night Sound Mode, EQ via Sonos AppDialogue Mode, Bass/Treble EQ via Bose Music App
ConnectivityHDMI eARC, Optical (via adapter), Ethernet, Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n/ac, 2.4/5 GHz)HDMI ARC, Optical, Ethernet, Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n/ac, 2.4/5 GHz), Bluetooth 4.2
HDMI Ports1 HDMI eARC (supports uncompressed 7.1 audio)1 HDMI ARC (supports compressed 5.1 audio)
Wireless PlaybackAirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Sonos Radio, Wi-Fi streamingAirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Bose Music, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
BluetoothNot supportedSupported (Bluetooth 4.2 for audio streaming)
Voice AssistantsAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Sonos Voice Control (built-in, 4 far-field mics)Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant (built-in, 8 far-field mics)
Voice FeaturesVoice control for playback, TV, and smart home devicesVoice4Video (expands Alexa to control TV/satellite via voice)
App ControlSonos App (iOS/Android) for setup, EQ, multi-room, and streamingBose Music App (iOS/Android) for setup, EQ, multi-room, and streaming
Multi-Room AudioSonos ecosystem (seamless integration with other Sonos speakers)Bose SimpleSync (connects with select Bose speakers and headphones)
Wall MountableYes (Sonos wall mount sold separately, $79)Yes (Bose wall mount sold separately, $39.99)
Remote ControlControlled via TV remote (HDMI-CEC) or Sonos AppUniversal remote included, Bose Music App, or TV remote (HDMI-CEC)
Power Consumption100-240V, 50-60Hz, 4.0A max100-240V, 50-60Hz, not specified
IR RepeaterYes (for TVs with blocked IR sensors)No
Touch ControlsYes (play/pause, volume, mic mute)Yes (play/pause, volume, mic mute, action button)
Ecosystem CompatibilityWorks with Sonos speakers for multi-room and surround setupsWorks with select Bose speakers and headphones for multi-room setups
Additional FeaturesAuto-volume mode, supports DTS content, iOS Trueplay tuningPhaseGuide technology for simulated surround, optional Bose Soundbar Universal Remote
Warranty1 year (extendable with Sonos Extended Warranty)1 year

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