Sony HT-Z9F vs Bose Smart Soundbar 900 review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Sony HT-Z9F vs Bose Smart Soundbar 900 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, HT-Z9F has a total rating of 7.2 out of 10 versus 8.4 for Smart Soundbar 900.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Sony HT-Z9F has 3.1 versus 5.1.2 for the Bose Smart Soundbar 900. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The HT-Z9F has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the Smart Soundbar 900 - wired. The Sony HT-Z9F got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 8 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify is available on each of the soundbars.

Connectivity

These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Sony HT-Z9F has 2/0 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Bose Smart Soundbar 900. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the HT-Z9F received a rating of 8/10 versus 9/10, respectively. App control is available for the Smart Soundbar 900. A built-in microphone is present only on the Smart Soundbar 900. Multi-room is only available for the Sony HT-Z9F.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the HT-Z9F. For multichannel surround Sony HT-Z9F got a rating of 8, and Bose Smart Soundbar 900 6 out of 10.

Advantages Sony HT-Z9F over Bose Smart Soundbar 900

Advantages Bose Smart Soundbar 900 over Sony HT-Z9F