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Best Soundbars of 2026: Tested and Reviewed by Experts

Any television that you buy today will have onboard speakers, but every single one can be improved with the addition of a great-sounding soundbar. I’ve tested hundreds of models head-to-head to find the best soundbar for sports, video games or a Netflix binge. From cheap and cheerful models, to those packed with features like Dolby Atmos surround sound, Bluetooth, built-in streaming and multiroom audio, here are my picks for the best soundbars of 2026.

Our Picks

Bottom Line

The Yamaha YAS-209 packs in everything I expect from a midpriced soundbar: ease of use, powerful output levels and an ability to replay both m...

Pros & Cons

Excellent sound in a compact size with articulate, punchy subwoofer
Feature-packed, including Amazon Alexa and six media-specific presets (music, TV, movie, sports, gaming and stereo)
Onboard DTS Virtual:X for simulated surround effects
Easy setup and use with companion Yamaha Sound Bar Controller app...

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