An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so LG SP2 vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SP2 has a total rating of 4.2 out of 10 versus 4.8 for React.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SP2 has 2.1 versus 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. The output power is different and equal to 100 (overall) W for the SP2 versus 30 (overall) W for the React. Only the LG SP2 has a built-in subwoofer. The LG SP2 got our rating of 5 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. The LG SP2 has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Polk Audio React. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SP2 received a rating of 7/10 versus 5/10, respectively.
App control is available for the React. 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 SP2 got a rating of 5, and Polk Audio React 6 out of 10.