An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so KEF HTF7003 vs Yamaha YSP-5600 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, HTF7003 has a total rating of 5 out of 10 versus 8,4 for YSP-5600.
The KEF HTF7003 has the passive amplification type, the Yamaha YSP-5600 - active. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the KEF HTF7003 has 3.0 versus 7.1.2 for the Yamaha YSP-5600. The output power is different and equal to 100 W for the HTF7003 versus 128 (overall) W for the YSP-5600. Only the Yamaha YSP-5600 has a built-in subwoofer. The KEF HTF7003 got our rating of 6 out of 10, and the Yamaha YSP-5600 7 for its audio features and specs. Spotify support is available on the YSP-5600.
Only the Yamaha YSP-5600 can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Only the YSP-5600 has Bluetooth support. Only the YSP-5600 supports HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). For connectivity, the HTF7003 received a rating of 4/10 versus 9/10, respectively.
App control is available for the YSP-5600. A built-in microphone is present only on the YSP-5600. Multi-room is only available for the Yamaha YSP-5600.
Only the YSP-5600 has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the YSP-5600.