Yamaha YAS-207 vs Polk Audio React review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Yamaha YAS-207 vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, YAS-207 has a total rating of 5,4 out of 10 versus 4.8 for React. The competitors' control buttons are different: input, mute, volume down, volume up, power and power, source, volume down, volume up, respectively.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Yamaha YAS-207 has 2.1 versus 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. The output power is different and equal to 200 W for the YAS-207 versus 30 (overall) W for the React. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The YAS-207 has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the React - wired. The Yamaha YAS-207 got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Polk Audio React 4 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify is available on each of the soundbars.

Connectivity

Only the Polk Audio React can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Yamaha YAS-207 has 1/0 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Polk Audio React. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. For connectivity, the YAS-207 received a rating of 6/10 versus 5/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present only on the React. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

None of soundbars equipped with Dolby Atmos multichannel audio decoder. The soundbars do not support the surround sound technology DTS:X. For multichannel surround Yamaha YAS-207 got a rating of 4, and Polk Audio React 6 out of 10.

Advantages Yamaha YAS-207 over Polk Audio React

Advantages Polk Audio React over Yamaha YAS-207