KEF HTF7003 vs JBL Bar 5.1 review

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It makes sense comparing KEF HTF7003 vs JBL Bar 5.1 because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, HTF7003 has a total rating of 5 out of 10 versus 7.2 for Bar 5.1.

Audio features

The KEF HTF7003 has the passive amplification type, the JBL Bar 5.1 - active. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the KEF HTF7003 has 3.0 versus 5.1 for the JBL Bar 5.1. The output power is different and equal to 100 W for the HTF7003 versus 510 (overall) W for the Bar 5.1. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The KEF HTF7003 got our rating of 6 out of 10, and the JBL Bar 5.1 8 for its audio features and specs. Spotify support is available on the Bar 5.1.

Connectivity

Both models do not have WI-FI support. Only the Bar 5.1 has Bluetooth support. Only the Bar 5.1 supports HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). For connectivity, the HTF7003 received a rating of 4/10 versus 8/10, respectively. App control is available for the Bar 5.1. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

None of soundbars equipped with Dolby Atmos multichannel audio decoder. The soundbars do not support the surround sound technology DTS:X.

Advantages JBL Bar 5.1 over KEF HTF7003