Yamaha YAS-209 vs Polk Audio React review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Yamaha YAS-209 vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, YAS-209 has a total rating of 8.2 out of 10 versus 4.8 for React. The competitors' control buttons are different: power, source, demo, volume down, volume up, microphone mute 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-209 has 2.1 versus 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. The output power is different and equal to 200 (overall) W for the YAS-209 versus 30 (overall) W for the React. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The YAS-209 has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the React - wired. The Yamaha YAS-209 got our rating of 6 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. Both devices can play streaming audio from Pandora, SoundCloud.

Connectivity

These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Yamaha YAS-209 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 YAS-209 received a rating of 8/10 versus 5/10, respectively.

Features

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

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-209 got a rating of 8, and Polk Audio React 6 out of 10.

Advantages Yamaha YAS-209 over Polk Audio React