Soundbars are perhaps one of the best ways to improve your sound quality coming from your television. Whether you're watching the next biggest movie or your new favourite series, soundbars can be a brilliant way to enhance your experience.
That being said, soundbars can be expensive but you don't have to splash the cash to get an enhanced experience when you watch your favourite shows.
The range of soundbars have massively expanded in recent years and there's amazing prices to be had on popular brands such as Bose, Panasonic and more.
We've had a look at some of the cheapest soundbars you can get without needing to spend tons of money but also what you need to know about soundbars, so you can make an informed purchase.
What you need to know about soundbars in 2023
Soundbars are typically slim and long speakers that sit at the bottom of your television and provides a volume and depth boost to the show or film you are watching.
With televisions getting thinner each year, they can lack the sound needed to give you an amazing experience when you watch that 4K film. It may look good but the sound could be far better.
Soundbars exist to improve the sound, with modern soundbars come in all shapes, sizes, and prices. The spectrum of quality you can get from a soundbar ranges from basic improvements to bass and overall soundstage to the type of room-filling sound you might expect from a more traditional home theatre audio system.
Some soundbars come on their own while others come with a subwoofer, however adding a subwoofer will be more expensive.
The cheapest soundbars to consider in 2023
Bose Solo Soundbar Series ll
Features
- Soundbar remote
- Different sound modes depending on what your watching
- Optical audio cable
- Wall bracket
The Bose Soundbar Series II makes every word easier to understand and gives you better sound for your movies, music and games. Inside it has two full-range drivers that are angled for wide, spatial sound. For intense dramas or the nightly news, you can switch to Dialogue Mode and you'll be able to catch every word.
When you're listening to music or watching an action movie, just hit the ‘Bass' button for added depth.
Bose is currently selling the Series II for £139 for a refurbished model on its website. If you don't want to buy a refurbished model, Currys is selling it for £169.
Buy now from Bose (£139) or Currys (£169).
PANASONIC SC-HTB150EBK 2.1 Wireless Compact Sound Bar
Features
- Wireless subwoofer
- 100W output
- Wall-mountable
- Bluetooth
HTB150 is a slim soundbar with a wireless subwoofer that delivers an impressive 100W stereo sound with a powerful bass. The main unit has a gloss-black body and an elegant metal speaker grille to complement any interior.
Best of all it connects easily to your TV via HDMI or to the phone with Bluetooth. For £99, it's one of the cheapest soundbars on the market with a subwoofer included.
JVC TH-D331B 2.1 Sound Bar
Features
360W output
Wireless subwoofer
Wall mount
3 pre-set equaliser modes
The JVC TH-D331B has adjustable bass and treble controls, as well as 3 pre-set equaliser modes that are specially designed to enhance movies and music.
The wireless subwoofer adds depth to the sound, and it can be positioned anywhere in the room to best suit its acoustics.
Buy now from Currys (£119.97).
Sony HT-G700 3.1Ch Sound Bar with Subwoofer
Features
3.1ch Dolby Atmos/DTS:X and Vertical Surround Engine
Wireless subwoofer
Sound modes for enhanced movies and music
400W output
One of the more expensive options on the list, the Sony HT-G700 hits that sweet spot of price but also comes with a boatload of features including Dolby Atmos.
The soundbar boasts Sony's Vertical Surround Engine which lets you enjoy the thrill of the latest cinema audio formats like Dolby Atmos in a single slim unit. It also has a wireless subwoofer which delivers a deeper, richer bass sound with a simple wireless connection.
