An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so LG SL5Y vs LG SP2 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SL5Y has a total rating of 5 out of 10 versus 4.2 for SP2.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. Soundbars have the same number of channels on 2.1. The output power is different and equal to 400 (overall) W for the SL5Y versus 100 (overall) W for the SP2. Only the LG SP2 has a built-in subwoofer. The LG SL5Y got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the LG SP2 5 for its audio features and specs.
Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. Spotify support not implemented in both soundbars.
Both models do not have WI-FI support. 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, each of the soundbars received a rating of 7/10.
Compared soundbars have no app control. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.
None of soundbars equipped with Dolby Atmos multichannel audio decoder. The soundbars do not support the surround sound technology DTS:X. For multichannel surround LG SL5Y got a rating of 6, and LG SP2 5 out of 10.