JBL BAR 1300X vs Polk Audio React review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so JBL BAR 1300X vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, BAR 1300X has a total rating of 9.4 out of 10 versus 4.8 for React. The competitors' control buttons are different: power, volume down, volume up and power, source, volume down, volume up, respectively.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the JBL BAR 1300X has 11.1.4 versus 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. The output power is different and equal to 1170 (overall) W for the BAR 1300X versus 30 (overall) W for the React. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The BAR 1300X has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the React - wired. The JBL BAR 1300X got our rating of 10 out of 10, and the Polk Audio React 4 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify is available on each of the soundbars. Both devices can play streaming audio from Pandora, SoundCloud.

Connectivity

These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The JBL BAR 1300X has 3/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Polk Audio React. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the BAR 1300X received a rating of 10/10 versus 5/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Only the BAR 1300X has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the BAR 1300X. For multichannel surround JBL BAR 1300X got a rating of 8, and Polk Audio React 6 out of 10.

Advantages JBL BAR 1300X over Polk Audio React