The VIZIO M512a-H6 vs JBL Bar 9.1 comparison proves that these soundbars have many common features. Based on our rating, M512a-H6 has a total rating of 5.6 out of 10 versus 9 for Bar 9.1.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the VIZIO M512a-H6 has 5.1.2 versus 9.1 for the JBL Bar 9.1. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The VIZIO M512a-H6 got our rating of 8 out of 10, and the JBL Bar 9.1 9 for its audio features and specs.
Spotify support is available on the Bar 9.1.
Only the JBL Bar 9.1 can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Each soundbar has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the M512a-H6 received a rating of 8/10 versus 10/10, respectively.
App control is available for the Bar 9.1. A built-in microphone is present only on the Bar 9.1. Multi-room is only available for the JBL Bar 9.1.
Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the M512a-H6. For multichannel surround VIZIO M512a-H6 got a rating of 8, and JBL Bar 9.1 7 out of 10.