VIZIO SB3821-C6 vs Polk Audio React review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so VIZIO SB3821-C6 vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SB3821-C6 has a total rating of 4.5 out of 10 versus 4.8 for React. The competitors' control buttons are different: power, input, Bluetooth, 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 VIZIO SB3821-C6 has 2.1 versus 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The SB3821-C6 has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the React - wired. The VIZIO SB3821-C6 got our rating of 5 out of 10, and the Polk Audio React 4 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the React.

Connectivity

Only the Polk Audio React can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Only the React supports HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SB3821-C6 received a rating of 6/10 versus 5/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the React. A built-in microphone is present only on the React. 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. For multichannel surround VIZIO SB3821-C6 got a rating of 5, and Polk Audio React 6 out of 10.

Advantages VIZIO SB3821-C6 over Polk Audio React

Advantages Polk Audio React over VIZIO SB3821-C6