An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so LG SNC4R vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SNC4R has a total rating of 5.2 out of 10 versus 4.8 for React. The competitors' control buttons are different: power, volume down, volume up, function and power, source, volume down, volume up, respectively.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SNC4R has 4.1 versus 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. The output power is different and equal to 420 (overall) W for the SNC4R versus 30 (overall) W for the React. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The SNC4R has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the React - wired. The LG SNC4R got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Polk Audio React 4 for its audio features and specs.
Spotify support is available on the React.
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 SNC4R received a rating of 6/10 versus 5/10, respectively.
App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present only on the React. 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 SNC4R got a rating of 5, and Polk Audio React 6 out of 10.