LG SC9S vs JBL BAR 300 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SC9S has a total rating of 6.4 out of 10 versus 8.4 for BAR 300.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SC9S has 2.1 versus 5.0 for the JBL BAR 300. The output power is different and equal to 310 (overall) W for the SC9S versus 260 (overall) W for the BAR 300. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. Both models received our 6 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.
Spotify is available on each of the soundbars. Both devices can play streaming audio from Pandora, SoundCloud.
These models have the ability to 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 SC9S received a rating of 7/10 versus 10/10, respectively.
App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present only on the BAR 300. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.
Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the SC9S. For multichannel surround LG SC9S got a rating of 5, and JBL BAR 300 7 out of 10.