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Dali Katch One Review | 109 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55N. of audio channels:2.0Audio output power:200 WHDMI ARC type:ARC

Dali Katch One Review: Compare 109 technical specifications and 24 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Dali Katch One
5.5/10

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 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
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Score distribution
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Score components

95%

5.4

Technical score

5%

8.7

Reviews score

Reviews score 5% · 8.7 · based on 24 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. 1 more review is not scored yet.
â–²Better than 52% of soundbars
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 10
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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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 59%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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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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Score components

25%

5.5

Audio

18%

4.8

Formats

16%

6.6

Connectivity

14%

5.3

Controls

12%

5.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.0

Smart features

5%

5.0

Design

â–¼Worse than 52%
8.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.7/ 10
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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 91% of models
Grades by review (24)
24 reviews: 15 with a printed score, 9 estimated from the review. 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 91%
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Ranked #66 of 189 models in Soundbars (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of soundbar Dali Katch One

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

25%

5.5

Audio

18%

4.8

Formats

16%

6.6

Connectivity

14%

5.3

Controls

12%

5.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.0

Smart features

5%

5.0

Design

5.4
Reviews score
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components:

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.9
Brand name
Dali
N. of audio channels
2
This soundbar offers 2 audio channels, fewer than 43.6% of soundbars and equal to 56.4% of soundbars.
Audio output power
200 W
Market range: <10 W – >260 W
This soundbar delivers 200 W of audio output power, more than 83.3% of soundbars and equal to 2.3% of soundbars.
Max SPL
101 dB SPL
Market range: <75 dB SPL – >105 dB SPL
This soundbar has a max SPL of 101 dB SPL, higher than 89.2% of soundbars and equal to 2.7% of soundbars.
Min frequency
46 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 46 Hz, lower than 66.9% of soundbars.
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Dolby Atmos
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Atmos. 20.7% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
no
This soundbar does not support DTS:X. 10.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby TrueHD. 17.6% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS-HD Master Audio
no
This soundbar does not support DTS-HD Master Audio. 10.1% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital Plus. 25% of soundbars include this feature.
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N. of HDMI inputs
0
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs, fewer than 32.5% of soundbars and equal to 67.6% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 68.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 3.7% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
4
This soundbar uses Bluetooth 4, which is older than that of 88.1% of soundbars and the same as that of 6% of soundbars.
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Smartphone app
no
This soundbar does not have smartphone app. 35.1% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
no
This soundbar does not have remote control. 73.9% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
yes
This soundbar has control panel. 9.6% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
no
This soundbar does not support voice assistant compatibility. 31.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
no
This soundbar does not have far-field microphones. 12.2% of soundbars offer this feature.
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HDMI version
1.4
This soundbar uses HDMI 1.4, which is newer than that of 39.4% of soundbars and the same as that of 18.1% of soundbars.
HDMI ARC type
ARC
This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 31.9% of soundbars and the same as what 46.3% 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
no
This soundbar does not support AirPlay. 20.2% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
no
This soundbar does not support Chromecast built-in. 12.3% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This soundbar does not support Spotify Connect. 23.4% 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
no
This soundbar does not support native Amazon Music. 21.3% support native Amazon Music.
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Width
860 mm
Market range: <350 mm – >1.1k mm
This soundbar is 860 mm wide, wider than 62.8% of soundbars.
Height
164 mm
Market range: <50 mm – >100 mm
This soundbar is 164 mm high, taller than 100% of soundbars.
Thickness
69 mm
Market range: <60 mm – >135 mm
This soundbar is 69 mm thick, thinner than 77% of soundbars and equal to 1.1% of soundbars.
Weight
3,700 g
Market range: <500 g – >5.5k g
This soundbar weighs 3,700 g, more than 82.5% of soundbars and equal to 0.5% 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.
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Dali Katch One vs the average soundbar

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  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • 6 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (10 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    10 vs 4
  • 7.9 dB SPL higher max SPL
    This soundbar has a higher max SPL than the average soundbar (101 dB SPL vs 93.1 dB SPL). The average soundbar reaches 93.1 dB SPL max SPL.
    101 dB SPL vs 93.1 dB SPL
  • Broader music format support
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, MQA, OGG, WAV vs MP3).
    AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, MQA, OGG, WAV vs MP3
  • 2.86x more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (200 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    200 W vs 70 W
  • AptX support
    This soundbar supports aptX, the average soundbar does not.
  • 5 more supported audio formats
    This soundbar supports more audio formats than the average soundbar (7 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
    7 vs 2
  • 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, aptx
    2 vs 1
  • 6 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (10 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    10 vs 4
  • 7.9 dB SPL higher max SPL
    This soundbar has a higher max SPL than the average soundbar (101 dB SPL vs 93.1 dB SPL). The average soundbar reaches 93.1 dB SPL max SPL.
    101 dB SPL vs 93.1 dB SPL
  • 2.86x more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (200 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    200 W vs 70 W
  • 5,000 Hz higher max frequency
    This soundbar has a higher maximum frequency than the average soundbar (25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average soundbar has a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Broader music format support
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, MQA, OGG, WAV vs MP3).
    AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, MQA, OGG, WAV vs MP3
  • AptX support
    This soundbar supports aptX, the average soundbar does not.
  • 5 more supported audio formats
    This soundbar supports more audio formats than the average soundbar (7 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
    7 vs 2
  • 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, aptx
    2 vs 1
  • AAC support
    This soundbar supports AAC, the average soundbar does not.
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • NFC Bluetooth pairing
    This soundbar supports Bluetooth pairing via NFC, the average soundbar does not.
  • 17 mm thinner design
    This soundbar is thinner than the average soundbar (69 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    69 mm vs 86 mm
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    ARC vs eARC
  • No Dolby Digital
    This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital, the average soundbar does.
  • No remote control
    This soundbar does not have remote control, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (USB port is for power/charging and service only; music playback is not supported)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This soundbar uses 4 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • 97 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (164 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    164 mm vs 67 mm
  • 2 fewer sound modes
    This soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (2 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    2 vs 4
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    no (The USB port is for firmware updates or powering an external streaming dongle, not music playback)
  • 2 fewer sound modes
    This soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (2 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    2 vs 4
  • No Dolby Digital
    This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (USB port is for power/charging and service only; music playback is not supported)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This soundbar uses 4 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    no (The USB port is for firmware updates or powering an external streaming dongle, not music playback)
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    ARC vs eARC
  • No remote control
    This soundbar does not have remote control, the average soundbar does.
  • Harder firmware updates
    This soundbar uses USB for firmware update method, while the average soundbar uses app-based, USB.
    USB vs app-based, USB
  • 97 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (164 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    164 mm vs 67 mm
  • 1,700 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (3,700 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    3,700 g vs 2,000 g
  • 98 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (860 mm vs 762 mm). The average soundbar is 762 mm wide.
    860 mm vs 762 mm
  • 2 years older release
    This soundbar is older than the average soundbar (2019 vs 2021). The average soundbar was released in 2021.
    September 2019
    2,019 vs 2,021

Video reviews

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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

10
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
05/10/2019
Test-room review · TV soundbar
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a strong all-rounder with tight bass and a wide, detailed sound for films and music, but its height can block the TV screen.
9.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
04/10/2019
Hands-on review · Subtle TV soundbar
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a stylish soundbar with clear, detailed sound for films and music, but its bass is modest and it has no Atmos or DTS:X.
9.0
soundandvision.com
≈ estimated
19/02/2020
Hands-on review · Dialogue-focused soundbar
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a good-looking soundbar with very clear dialogue and wide stereo sound, though it has no front indicator lights.
8.0
hometheaterhifi.com
≈ estimated
02/01/2020
Hands-on review · Compact TV soundbar
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a compact, good-looking soundbar with clean music and clear dialogue, but its deepest bass is missing unless you add a subwoofer.
8.0
stereonet.com
✓ explicit
20/03/2020
Listening test · Music soundbar
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a detailed, bright soundbar that suits music lovers who want a simple one-cable setup, but it has no Atmos and only one HDMI input.
9.0
soundstagesimplifi.com
≈ estimated
15/11/2019
Home-cinema review · Compact soundbar
Verdict
The DALI Katch One's Wide mode pushes film sound well beyond the bar and stays composed in demanding scenes, but its bass needs a subwoofer to be felt.
9.0
sound-advice.online
≈ estimated
20/04/2022
Expert review · Design and sound
Verdict
The DALI Katch One sounds big and detailed for its size, but its tall, upright shape suits wall mounting better than sitting on furniture.
9.5
hifireport.com
≈ estimated
27/01/2023
Hands-on review · Sound and design
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a compact, stylish soundbar that suits films best, with tight bass and clear dialogue, and still sounds good with music.
9.0
hifi.blog
≈ estimated
21/01/2020
Review · Looks and mounting
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a sleek soundbar with hidden cabling and leather loops for a neat look, though it comes without a subwoofer.
6.0
newsweek.com
≈ estimated
17/04/2021
Hands-on review · Features and sound
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a good-looking soundbar best suited to bedrooms, since its lack of a subwoofer and streaming apps limits it in big living rooms.
8.0
stereonet.com
✓ explicit
20/03/2020
Review · Music and TV sound
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a detailed, bright soundbar that suits music fans, with a wide soundstage, though it has no Atmos and reveals rough TV audio.
9.0
areadvd.de
≈ estimated
29/08/2019
Hands-on test · Movie sound
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a striking soundbar with dynamic, detailed sound and a dense Wide mode, best wall-mounted since its height can block the picture.
10
lite-magazin.de
✓ explicit
14/11/2019
Review · Design and sound
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a musical, good-looking soundbar with clear dialogue, suited to TV owners who have room for its 16.4 cm height.
9.0
hifitest.de
✓ explicit
14/07/2019
Hands-on test · Simple setup
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is an easy-to-use stereo soundbar with clear dialogue and a convincing Wide mode, though dynamics and bass depth stay modest.
9.2
modernhifi.de
✓ explicit
28/10/2019
Hands-on test · Soundbar and speaker
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a stylish soundbar with dynamic, detailed sound, but it's built for a wall behind it, not for freestanding use.
9.0
sempre-audio.at
✓ explicit
21/10/2019
Review · Mounting and design
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a slim soundbar that mounts on a wall, stands on wooden feet or hangs on leather loops, suited to buyers who care about looks.
i-fidelity.net
26/08/2019
Not graded yet
8.2
avcesar.com
✓ explicit
02/09/2019
Technical test · Stereo 2.0 soundbar
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is a compact, simple-to-use stereo soundbar with a balanced tone, suited to TV viewers who don't need multiroom or many inputs.
8.0
on-mag.fr
✓ explicit
09/12/2019
Hands-on test · Audiophile soundbar
Verdict
The DALI Katch One is an elegant soundbar with warm, natural sound and bass that needs no subwoofer, but its height makes wall mounting the better option.
9.0
clubic.com
✓ explicit
05/04/2020
Hands-on test · Wide sound mode
Verdict
The DALI Katch One's Wide mode fills the room with sound, though its upper mids can tire at high volume and it has no app.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Dali Katch One

  • Elegant Scandinavian design with premium materials like leather and wood
  • Exceptional vocal clarity and detailed mid-range performance
  • Versatile mounting options (wooden feet, wall brackets, or leather straps)
  • Strong musicality that performs well as a standalone Bluetooth speaker
  • Intuitive setup with HDMI ARC and helpful auto-power features
  • Integrated 200W amplifier provides surprisingly powerful volume for its size

What customers don't like about Dali Katch One

  • Bass performance is highly dependent on being placed directly against a wall
  • Tall vertical profile (17cm) can block the bottom of many non-wall-mounted TVs
  • Lack of front-facing display makes it difficult to see volume or input status
  • Expensive compared to rivals that include dedicated subwoofers
  • No support for advanced audio formats like Dolby Atmos or DTS:X
  • Included remote control feels lightweight and less premium than the bar itself

Verdict

The Dali Katch One is a stylish 2.5-way soundbar featuring 10 integrated drivers—including four 3.5-inch active woofers, four 4.5-inch passive radiators, and two 21mm soft dome tweeters—powered by a 200W Class-D amplifier (4 x 50W). Known for its slim Scandinavian design with glass-fibre reinforced ABS construction, it offers versatile mounting via included leather wall straps or wooden feet and supports dual sound modes, 'Wide' and 'Focus,' to tailor the audio profile. Main pros include its exceptionally clean, balanced sound, impressive spatial imaging without an external sub, and comprehensive connectivity like HDMI ARC, dual optical, and Bluetooth aptX; however, its significant 16.4cm height can block some TV screens, it lacks modern 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos, and performance is noticeably 'wimpier' when placed away from a wall.

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