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Bose Smart Soundbar 600 Review | 109 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45N. of audio channels:3.0.2Audio output power:?HDMI ARC type:eARC

Bose Smart Soundbar 600 Review: Compare 109 technical specifications and 37 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Bose Smart Soundbar 600
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the soundbar's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best soundbars on the market.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

95%

7.5

Technical score

5%

8.0

Reviews score ( 25 · 12)

Reviews score 5% · 8.0 · based on 37 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
★Better than 91% of soundbars
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

★Better than 98%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the soundbar's technical performance, covering key areas such as audio quality, channel configuration, connectivity, HDMI and wireless features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare soundbars based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

25%

6.7

Audio

18%

7.3

Formats

16%

7.9

Connectivity

14%

9.2

Controls

12%

6.8

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.4

Smart features

5%

7.0

Design

★Better than 91%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 56% of models
Grades by review (37)
25 reviews: 22 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 56%
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What owners say about the Bose Smart Soundbar 600

Based on 126 owners sharing their experience in online comments

44%positive11%mixed45%negative

Owners praise its clear, immersive sound, while setup, connectivity, and reliability problems often frustrate them.

What owners dislike

  • Setup often takes hours, as owners struggle to pair it in the Bose app, with the speaker not found or a white light stuck.13
  • Sound often cuts out or goes silent, especially over HDMI ARC or optical, and owners must power-cycle the soundbar and TV to recover.13
  • Owners say the Bass Module 500 lacks punch and feels weak, not shaking walls, and the bass sounds wide rather than deep.11
  • The soundbar turns on when inputs change, and the TV can switch back on after being turned off. eARC is sometimes temperamental.10
  • Without rear speakers it lacks true surround feel. Owners say the Surround 300 speakers can be very quiet or fail to connect.8
  • Owners find the sound thin with weak midrange, and some find the treble poor and the output less full than cheaper bars.7
  • Owners hear popping from the Bass Module 500 during TV and music, plus a buzz, hum or metallic click when changing channels.6
  • Owners say the rear speakers are very expensive, and some feel the sound is average for the price.4
  • The subwoofer can vanish from the app after the cable is unplugged; one owner fixed it by switching Wi-Fi to 2.4 GHz.4
  • Owners say there is no 3.5mm input and computers can only connect over Bluetooth. It cannot act as a universal remote.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of soundbar Bose Smart Soundbar 600

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the soundbar's technical performance, covering key areas such as audio quality, channel configuration, connectivity, HDMI and wireless features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare soundbars based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

25%

6.7

Audio

18%

7.3

Formats

16%

7.9

Connectivity

14%

9.2

Controls

12%

6.8

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.4

Smart features

5%

7.0

Design

7.5
Reviews score
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

8.3
Brand name
Bose
N. of audio channels
3.2
This soundbar offers 3.2 audio channels, more than 89.4% of soundbars.
Audio output power
?
Max SPL
93.1 dB SPL
Market range: <75 dB SPL – >105 dB SPL
This soundbar has a max SPL of 93.1 dB SPL, higher than 46% of soundbars and equal to 5.4% of soundbars.
Min frequency
53 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 53 Hz, higher than 51.7% of soundbars and equal to 0.6% of soundbars.
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Dolby Atmos
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos. 79.8% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
no
This soundbar does not support DTS:X. 10.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD. 83% of soundbars include this feature.
Lossless playback requires HDMI eARC.
DTS-HD Master Audio
no
This soundbar does not support DTS-HD Master Audio. 10.1% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus. 75.5% of soundbars include this feature.
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N. of HDMI inputs
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 1 HDMI inputs, more than 68.1% of soundbars and equal to 27.1% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 68.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5
This soundbar uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5, which is newer than that of 78.7% of soundbars and the same as that of 18.1% of soundbars.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 3.7% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
4.2
This soundbar uses Bluetooth 4.2, which is older than that of 61.6% of soundbars and the same as that of 24.9% of soundbars.
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Smartphone app
yes
This soundbar has smartphone app. 65.4% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
yes
This soundbar has remote control. 26.6% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
yes
This soundbar has control panel. 9.6% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
yes
This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility. 69.2% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
yes
This soundbar has far-field microphones. 88.3% of soundbars offer this feature.
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HDMI version
eARC
This soundbar uses HDMI eARC, which is newer than that of 73.9% of soundbars and the same as that of 17% of soundbars.
HDMI ARC type
eARC
This soundbar has eARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 78.7% of soundbars and the same as what 21.3% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
yes
This soundbar supports HDMI-CEC. 37.4% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
none
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to none, which is lower than that of 21.5% of soundbars and the same as that of 78.5% of soundbars.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
none fps
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to none fps, lower than 18.2% of soundbars and equal to 81.8% of soundbars.
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AirPlay
yes
This soundbar supports AirPlay. 80.3% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
yes
This soundbar supports Chromecast built-in. 88.2% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This soundbar supports Spotify Connect. 77.1% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
no
This soundbar does not support TIDAL Connect. 9.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Amazon Music native support
yes
This soundbar supports native Amazon Music. 79.3% support native Amazon Music.
Available via the Bose Music app.
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Width
694 mm
Market range: <350 mm – >1.1k mm
This soundbar is 694 mm wide, narrower than 55.9% of soundbars.
Height
56 mm
Market range: <50 mm – >100 mm
This soundbar is 56 mm high, shorter than 88.2% of soundbars and equal to 5.4% of soundbars.
Thickness
104 mm
Market range: <60 mm – >135 mm
This soundbar is 104 mm thick, thicker than 71.1% of soundbars.
Weight
3,130 g
Market range: <500 g – >5.5k g
This soundbar weighs 3,130 g, more than 74.5% of soundbars.
Build material
plastic
This soundbar uses plastic for the build material, which is different from that of 4.8% of soundbars and the same as that of 89.4% of soundbars.
Metal grille.
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Bose Smart Soundbar 600 vs the average soundbar

246810TotalAudioFormatsConnectivityHDMI & GamingSmart featuresControlsDesign
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (3.2 vs 2). The average soundbar has 2.0 audio channels.
    3.0.2 vs 2.0
  • 1 more HDMI inputs
    This soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
    1 vs 0
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby TrueHD
    This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD, the average soundbar does not.
    Lossless playback requires HDMI eARC.
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This soundbar supports Chromecast built-in, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • 22.8% better value for money
    Bose Smart Soundbar 600 has better value for money than the average soundbar (8.28 vs 6.7).
    8.28 vs 6.75
  • 2.18x more popular
    Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is more popular than the average soundbar (9.32 vs 4.3).
    9.32 vs 4.29
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (3.2 vs 2). The average soundbar has 2.0 audio channels.
    3.0.2 vs 2.0
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports upfiring speakers
    This soundbar supports upfiring speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports wireless rear speakers
    This soundbar is compatible with wireless rear speakers, the average soundbar is not.
  • 1 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (5 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    5 vs 4
  • Larger speaker drivers
    This soundbar uses larger speakers than the average soundbar (2x1.73 x 4.02" & 1x1.26" & 2x2.24" inch vs 2x2.25" & 2x2.5" inch). The average soundbar uses speakers of 2x2.25" & 2x2.5" inch.
    2x1.73 x 4.02" & 1x1.26" & 2x2.24" inch vs 2x2.25" & 2x2.5" inch
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby TrueHD
    This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD, the average soundbar does not.
    Lossless playback requires HDMI eARC.
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • Broader music format support
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, WAV, WMA vs MP3).
    AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, WAV, WMA vs MP3
  • 1 more supported Bluetooth codecs
    This soundbar supports more Bluetooth codecs than the average soundbar (2 vs 1). The average soundbar supports 1 Bluetooth codecs.
    sbc, aac
    2 vs 1
  • 4 more supported audio formats
    This soundbar supports more audio formats than the average soundbar (6 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
    6 vs 2
  • AAC support
    This soundbar supports AAC, the average soundbar does not.
  • 1 more HDMI inputs
    This soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
    1 vs 0
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This soundbar supports Chromecast built-in, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This soundbar supports AirPlay, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This soundbar supports Spotify Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Multiroom ecosystem support
    This soundbar supports multiroom ecosystem support, the average soundbar does not.
    Bose Music multi-room ecosystem. AirPlay 2 multi-room support.
  • Native Amazon Music support
    This soundbar supports native Amazon Music, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via the Bose Music app.
  • Supports Deezer
    This soundbar supports Deezer, the average soundbar does not.
  • Automatic room calibration
    This soundbar supports automatic room calibration, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • App EQ customization
    This soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports voice assistants
    This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility, the average soundbar does not.
  • Manual audio delay adjustment
    This soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
    Adjustment available in the brand app.
  • 2 more microphones
    This soundbar has more microphones than the average soundbar (2 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 microphones.
    2 vs 0
  • Easier firmware updates
    This soundbar uses over-the-air, app-based, USB for firmware update method, while the average soundbar uses app-based, USB.
    over-the-air, app-based, USB vs app-based, USB
  • Far-field microphones
    This soundbar has far-field microphones, the average soundbar does not.
  • 11 mm lower height
    This soundbar is shorter than the average soundbar (56 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    56 mm vs 67 mm
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (USB port is for service only)
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    no (The USB port is for service/firmware updates only, not media playback)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This soundbar uses 4.2 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • 1 fewer sound modes
    This soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (3 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    3 vs 4
  • 1,130 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (3,130 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    3,130 g vs 2,000 g
  • Narrower lip-sync adjustment range
    This soundbar has a lower lip-sync adjustment range than the average soundbar (0-200 ms vs 0-300 ms). The average soundbar offers a lip-sync adjustment range of 0-300 ms.
    0-200 ms vs 0-300 ms
  • 18 mm thicker design
    This soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (104 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    104 mm vs 86 mm
  • 1 fewer sound modes
    This soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (3 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    3 vs 4
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (USB port is for service only)
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    no (The USB port is for service/firmware updates only, not media playback)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This soundbar uses 4.2 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • Narrower lip-sync adjustment range
    This soundbar has a lower lip-sync adjustment range than the average soundbar (0-200 ms vs 0-300 ms). The average soundbar offers a lip-sync adjustment range of 0-300 ms.
    0-200 ms vs 0-300 ms
  • 1,130 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (3,130 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    3,130 g vs 2,000 g
  • 18 mm thicker design
    This soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (104 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    104 mm vs 86 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Reviewed
≈ estimated
08/03/2023
Hands-on review · sound, room tests and app setup
Verdict
Bose Smart Soundbar 600 packs big sound into a small bar with easy setup, though it could use a subwoofer.
6.0
TECHATOP
≈ estimated
15/02/2023
Hands-on review · sound and bass tests
Verdict
Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a compact soundbar with strong potential, but its highs are sharp and its bass disappoints.
9.5
Full Transparency
≈ estimated
20/12/2022
Personal review · home use and in-store listening comparison
Verdict
Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is the best choice for a small room, with clear full-range sound and enveloping surround.
4.0
The French Glow
≈ estimated
13/12/2022
Hands-on review · sound tests, Atmos and app settings
Verdict
Bose Smart Soundbar 600's Atmos is only okay, and its price is hard to justify against cheaper alternatives.
9.0
Jb TechFanatic
≈ estimated
07/12/2022
Hands-on review · setup, dialogue, music and Atmos tests
Verdict
Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is highly recommended for small or medium rooms, and a bass module adds more depth.
9.0
Wanna Buy It
≈ estimated
29/11/2022
Hands-on review · sound tests in several rooms
Verdict
Bose Smart Soundbar 600 delivers clean, strong sound in one box and is worth the price for most rooms, though deep bass needs an add-on.
9.0
Peter Pee
≈ estimated
23/11/2022
Hands-on overview · upward-firing speakers, app and sound settings
Verdict
Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is an important Bose model with rare upward-firing speakers and several useful features.
9.0
David Blalack
≈ estimated
09/07/2024
Quick review · unboxing, app setup and sound check
Verdict
Bose Smart Soundbar 600 has very high-quality sound, and its app makes setup and audio control easy.
8.0
hxos plus
≈ estimated
05/05/2023
Teardown and first look · unboxing and app setup
Verdict
Bose Smart Soundbar 600 impresses so far, with a simple, refined build and good sound.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.2
rtings.com
✓ explicit
17/11/2023
Lab test · 3.0.2 Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 suits dialogue and movies with its Atmos height, but it lacks low bass without an extra sub.
6.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
10/01/2023
Listening test · Compact Atmos bar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a small bar with a wide, tall sound for movies, but its bass is weak and its highs can sound harsh.
8.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
20/10/2022
Hands-on test · Dolby Atmos bar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a compact soundbar for clear dialogue and real Atmos height, though its sound is less dynamic.
8.0
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
31/01/2023
Hands-on review · Compact Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a small Dolby Atmos bar whose upward speakers add real height to films, though its bass is a little light.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
27/03/2024
Review · Compact Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a well-built, compact bar that sounds confident with Atmos films, but non-Atmos content sounds less coherent.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
02/01/2023
Hands-on test · Small Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a small, plug-and-play bar that sounds big with Dolby Atmos, though it handles stereo and 5.1 less convincingly.
6.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
10/01/2023
Listening test · Compact Atmos bar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a compact bar that fills a room well with films, but thin bass and cutting highs make music sound brittle.
8.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
29/07/2023
Hands-on review · Compact Atmos bar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a warm, well-made Atmos bar for smaller rooms, though TrueSpace can't be switched off and it lacks deep bass.
9.0
businessinsider.com
≈ estimated
13/06/2024
Hands-on test · Dialogue and Atmos
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a compact bar with clear dialogue and up-firing Atmos drivers, but it needs a subwoofer for real bass and skips DTS.
7.0
consumerreports.org
≈ estimated
No specific date provided
Lab test · Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 fills a room with Atmos height and clear dialogue, but it sounds boomy, lacks rear effects and misses deep bass.
9.0
soundguys.com
≈ estimated
25/10/2022
One-week test · Dolby Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a simple Dolby Atmos soundbar for people new to home cinema, though the sound changes a lot depending on where you sit.
9.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
19/01/2023
Full review · Dolby Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 suits Dolby Atmos film fans with its big, convincing sound, but it is less impressive with ordinary stereo and faces very strong rivals.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
12/02/2024
Hands-on test · Compact Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a compact Dolby Atmos soundbar with clear dialogue and easy app setup, though its bass is light and it has one HDMI port.
8.7
stereoguide.com
✓ explicit
20/04/2023
Listening test · Dolby Atmos bar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 suits clear TV dialogue and music, but its Atmos 3D effect is faint and bass distorts at high volume.
9.2
the-best-soundbar.com
✓ explicit
24/06/2026
Expert review · Compact Atmos bar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 suits small rooms that want real Atmos height, but deep film bass needs the optional Bass Module.
7.0
connect.de
✓ explicit
20/01/2023
Lab test · Compact Atmos bar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is small but holds its own on Atmos, though full setup and advanced control need the app and a Bose account.
7.4
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
05/11/2022
Hands-on review · Smart soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 suits people who mainly watch TV and stream music, but its bass lacks punch and the surround sound can't be tuned.
8.0
hifi.de
✓ explicit
14/10/2022
Hands-on test · Dolby Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is slim and easy to fit, with a wide sound that suits Dolby Atmos films, though its bass can be too heavy.
9.0
lowbeats.de
✓ explicit
29/04/2023
Lab test · Compact soundbar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 suits small rooms and music, sounding wider than its size, but its Atmos effects are limited and it can't get very loud.
7.6
chip.de
✓ explicit
10/05/2023
Hands-on test · Compact music bar
Verdict
The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 plays music pleasantly and works with Alexa or Google Assistant, but lacks the bass and cinema punch of bigger bars.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bose Smart Soundbar 600

  • Impressive Dolby Atmos performance with dedicated up-firing drivers for genuine height effects.
  • Compact and sleek design that fits easily under most TVs and in smaller living spaces.
  • Excellent dialogue clarity, further enhanced by a dedicated center channel and 'Dialogue Mode'.
  • Wide range of wireless connectivity options, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Spotify Connect.
  • Intuitive and stable setup process via the Bose Music app.
  • Built-in Amazon Alexa voice control and support for Google Assistant via external devices.

What customers don't like about Bose Smart Soundbar 600

  • Noticeable lack of deep bass and low-end rumble, often requiring a separate, expensive subwoofer purchase for a full cinematic experience.
  • The TrueSpace technology, which upmixes non-Atmos content, can't be turned off and sometimes results in a hazy or vague soundstage.
  • Only a single HDMI eARC port is available, with no additional HDMI inputs for direct device connections.
  • The included remote control is basic and feels less premium than the soundbar itself.
  • Wall-mounting brackets and additional surround speakers are sold separately, significantly increasing the total system cost.
  • High frequencies can occasionally sound harsh or 'brittle' at higher volumes.

Verdict

The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a compact 3.0.2 channel home cinema system measuring 69.4 x 5.6 x 10.4 cm, designed to deliver immersive spatial audio through five total transducers, including two dedicated upward-firing drivers. It supports native Dolby Atmos and uses proprietary TrueSpace technology to upmix non-Atmos content for a multi-channel experience with added height effects. Connectivity is versatile, featuring HDMI eARC, optical input, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, Apple AirPlay 2, and Chromecast built-in, alongside integrated Amazon Alexa for voice control. Main pros include exceptional dialogue clarity via a discrete centre tweeter, a wide and tall soundstage for its small footprint, and an easy app-based setup. However, it lacks significant low-end bass punch without an optional subwoofer, has no DTS support, and the TrueSpace processing cannot be disabled for standard stereo listening.

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