An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so LG SN8YG vs LG SP2 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SN8YG has a total rating of 6.8 out of 10 versus 4.2 for SP2.
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 2.1 for the LG SP2. The output power is different and equal to 440 (overall) W for the SN8YG versus 100 (overall) W for the SP2. Only the LG SP2 has a built-in subwoofer. The LG SN8YG 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.
Only the LG SN8YG 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 SN8YG received a rating of 8/10 versus 7/10, respectively. App control is available for the SN8YG. A built-in microphone is present only on the SN8YG. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.
Only the SN8YG has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the SN8YG. For multichannel surround LG SN8YG got a rating of 10, and LG SP2 5 out of 10.