LG SN8YG vs Bose Smart Soundbar 900 review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so LG SN8YG vs Bose Smart Soundbar 900 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SN8YG has a total rating of 6.8 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 LG SN8YG has 3.1.2 versus 5.1.2 for the Bose Smart Soundbar 900. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The SN8YG has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the Smart Soundbar 900 - wired. The LG SN8YG got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 8 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the Smart Soundbar 900.

Connectivity

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 SN8YG received a rating of 8/10 versus 9/10, respectively. App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. 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 SN8YG. For multichannel surround LG SN8YG got a rating of 10, and Bose Smart Soundbar 900 6 out of 10.

Advantages LG SN8YG over Bose Smart Soundbar 900

Advantages Bose Smart Soundbar 900 over LG SN8YG