Samsung Q60B vs Bose Smart Soundbar 900 review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Samsung Q60B vs Bose Smart Soundbar 900 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, Q60B has a total rating of 5.8 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 Samsung Q60B has 3.1 versus 5.1.2 for the Bose Smart Soundbar 900. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The Q60B has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the Smart Soundbar 900 - wired. Both models received our 8 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the Smart Soundbar 900.

Connectivity

Only the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 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 Q60B received a rating of 7/10 versus 9/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the Smart Soundbar 900. A built-in microphone is present only on the Smart Soundbar 900. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Q60B. For multichannel surround Samsung Q60B got a rating of 10, and Bose Smart Soundbar 900 6 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung Q60B over Bose Smart Soundbar 900

Advantages Bose Smart Soundbar 900 over Samsung Q60B