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Devialet Dione review: 108 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,760N. of audio channels:5.1.2Audio output power:950 WHDMI ARC type:eARC

Devialet Dione Review: Compare 108 technical specifications, 28 expert and video reviews and 3 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Devialet Dione
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

35%

7.3

Technical score

30%

8.1

List score

25%

8.8

Reviews score

10%

9.5

Sentiment score

★Better than 94% of soundbars
6.1

Value for money

Value for money
6.1/ 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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Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

1.2

Price

▼Worse than 99%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

25%

7.3

Audio

18%

7.3

Formats

16%

7.5

Connectivity

14%

8.3

Controls

12%

6.9

HDMI

10%

8.3

Streaming

5%

2.8

Design

▲Better than 84%
8.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.8/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
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★ Better than 97% of models

80%

8.8

Average grade

20%

9.1

Popularity

Grades by review (28)
22 reviews + 6 videos, average 8.9/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
★Better than 97%
8.1

List score

List score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (3)
List score: in 3 of 100 lists (3%)
▲Better than 84%
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Devialet Dione

Based on 22 · 6

Powerful bass and crystal-clear dialogue impress, but the surround effect divides opinion and the remote and limited inputs frustrate.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Devialet Dione

Based on 36 owners sharing their experience in online comments

64%positive11%mixed25%negative

Owners praise the powerful, clear sound, while bass balance and limited surround effects are the main frustrations.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say surround sound is less convincing than rival soundbars, with the left and right channels more dominant, and the unit runs warm when left on.6
  • Owners find the bass too heavy and overwhelming, which drowns out voices and detail, and there is no way to adjust bass or centre volume.5
  • Some owners find the bass too weak, especially at low frequencies, and say a subwoofer would be needed for stronger bass.3
  • Some owners find the mids thin and the high frequencies weak, and say there is no built-in EQ to correct the tonal balance.3
  • Owners report app and connection problems, including difficulty creating a home group with the speakers and issues with audio over Bluetooth.3

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

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Technical Specifications of soundbar Devialet Dione

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components:

25%

7.3

Audio

18%

7.3

Formats

16%

7.5

Connectivity

14%

8.3

Controls

12%

6.9

HDMI

10%

8.3

Streaming

5%

2.8

Design

7.3
Reviews score
8.8
List score
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

1.2

Price

6.1
N. of audio channels
5.1.2
This soundbar offers 5.1.2 audio channels, more than 93.8% of soundbars and equal to 2.6% of soundbars.
Audio output power
950 W
Market range: <10 W – >260 W
This soundbar delivers 950 W of audio output power, more than 100% 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
24 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 24 Hz, lower than 88% of soundbars.
Max frequency
21,000 Hz
Market range: <19k Hz – >20k Hz
This soundbar reaches a maximum frequency of 21,000 Hz, higher than 94.7% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say
Dolby Atmos
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos. 70% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
no
This soundbar does not support DTS:X. 16.7% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD. 83.9% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS-HD Master Audio
no
This soundbar does not support DTS-HD Master Audio. 7.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus. 75% of soundbars include this feature.
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What reviewers say
N. of HDMI inputs
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 1 HDMI inputs, more than 58.8% of soundbars and equal to 37.4% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 71.5% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5
This soundbar has Wi-Fi 5, which is more advanced than 85.2% of soundbars and equal to 12.8% of soundbars.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 4.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
5
This soundbar uses Bluetooth 5, which is more up to date than 38.7% of soundbars and equal to 47.9% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say
Smartphone app
yes
This soundbar has smartphone app. 57.7% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
no
This soundbar does not have remote control. 82.8% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
yes
This soundbar has control panel. 5.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
no
This soundbar does not support voice assistant compatibility. 36.8% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
no
This soundbar does not have far-field microphones. 7.1% of soundbars offer this feature.
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What reviewers say
HDMI version
2.1
This soundbar has HDMI 2.1, which is more capable than 88.3% of soundbars and equal to 11.7% of soundbars.
HDMI ARC type
eARC
This soundbar has eARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 71.5% of soundbars and the same as what 28.5% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
yes
This soundbar supports HDMI-CEC. 29.2% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
none
This soundbar passes through none, which is lower resolution than 27.2% of soundbars and equal to 72.8% of soundbars.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
none fps
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to none fps, lower than 21.4% of soundbars and equal to 78.6% of soundbars.
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AirPlay
yes
This soundbar supports AirPlay. 80.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
no
This soundbar does not support Chromecast built-in. 11.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This soundbar supports Spotify Connect. 79.5% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
yes
This soundbar supports TIDAL Connect. 91.1% of soundbars include this feature.
Amazon Music native support
yes
This soundbar supports native Amazon Music. 87.4% support native Amazon Music.
Available via the Devialet app.
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Width
1,200 mm
Market range: <350 mm – >1.1k mm
This soundbar is 1,200 mm wide, wider than 95.2% of soundbars and equal to 0.5% of soundbars.
Height
88 mm
Market range: <50 mm – >100 mm
This soundbar is 88 mm high, taller than 88.8% of soundbars and equal to 1.1% of soundbars.
Thickness
165 mm
Market range: <60 mm – >135 mm
This soundbar is 165 mm thick, thicker than 98.9% of soundbars.
Weight
12,000 g
Market range: <500 g – >5.5k g
This soundbar weighs 12,000 g, more than 98.9% of soundbars.
Build material
aluminum
This soundbar is built from aluminum, which is less premium than 97.3% of soundbars and equal to 2% of soundbars.
Acoustic fabric exterior accents.
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What reviewers say

Devialet Dione vs the average soundbar

246810TotalAudioFormatsConnectivityHDMIStreamingControlsDesign
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (5.1.2 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    5.1.2 vs 2.1
  • 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.
  • 13 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (17 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    17 vs 4
  • Supports Dolby TrueHD
    This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD, the average soundbar does not.
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Automatic room calibration
    This soundbar supports automatic room calibration, the average soundbar does not.
  • 23.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.8/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ★ Better than 97% of models

    80%

    8.8

    Average grade

    20%

    9.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (28)
    22 reviews + 6 videos, average 8.9/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.8 vs 7.1
  • 11.0% higher list score
    List score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (3)
    List score: in 3 of 100 lists (3%)
    8.1 vs 7.3
  • 31.9% higher sentiment score
    9.5 vs 7.2
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (5.1.2 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    5.1.2 vs 2.1
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • 13 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (17 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    17 vs 4
  • Supports upfiring speakers
    This soundbar supports upfiring speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • 13.57x more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (950 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    950 W vs 70 W
  • 1,000 Hz higher max frequency
    This soundbar has a higher maximum frequency than the average soundbar (21,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average soundbar has a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    21,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 26 Hz lower min frequency
    This soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (24 Hz vs 50 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 50 Hz.
    24 Hz vs 50 Hz
  • 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.
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • More music formats supported
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV vs MP3).
    AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV 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
  • 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.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    This soundbar has more RJ45 ports than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 RJ45 ports.
    1 vs 0
  • 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.
    AirPlay 2 multi-room support.
  • Supports TIDAL Connect
    This soundbar supports tIDAL Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Native Apple Music support
    This soundbar supports native Apple Music, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via the Devialet app.
  • Native Amazon Music support
    This soundbar supports native Amazon Music, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via the Devialet app.
  • Supports Deezer
    This soundbar supports Deezer, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via the Devialet app.
  • 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.
  • Auto volume leveling
    This soundbar supports auto volume leveling, the average soundbar does not.
    Adaptive Volume.
  • 4 more microphones
    This soundbar has more microphones than the average soundbar (4 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 microphones.
    4 vs 0
  • More firmware update options
    This soundbar offers more firmware update options than the average soundbar (over-the-air, app-based vs USB).
    over-the-air, app-based vs USB
  • 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 AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • 437 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (1,200 mm vs 763 mm). The average soundbar is 763 mm wide.
    1,200 mm vs 763 mm
  • No bass boost
    This soundbar does not support bass boost, the average soundbar does.
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    This soundbar has fewer USB ports than the average soundbar (0 vs 1). The average soundbar has 1 USB ports.
    0 vs 1
  • 10,000 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (12,000 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    12,000 g vs 2,000 g
  • 21 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (88 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    88 mm vs 67 mm
  • 16x more expensive
    Devialet Dione is more expensive than the average soundbar (£1,760 vs £110).
    £1,760 vs £110
  • 25.5% worse value for money
    Devialet Dione has worse value for money than the average soundbar (6.06 vs 7.6).
    6.06 vs 7.6
  • No bass boost
    This soundbar does not support bass boost, the average soundbar does.
  • 0.72 in inch smaller subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a lower subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (5.3 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    5.28 in vs 6 in
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    This soundbar has fewer USB ports than the average soundbar (0 vs 1). The average soundbar has 1 USB ports.
    0 vs 1
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    no (Only for firmware updates)
  • No remote control
    This soundbar does not have remote control, the average soundbar does.
  • Less premium display type
    This soundbar has a less premium display type than the average soundbar (none vs LED).
    No built-in display.
    none vs LED
  • 437 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (1,200 mm vs 763 mm). The average soundbar is 763 mm wide.
    1,200 mm vs 763 mm
  • 10,000 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (12,000 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    12,000 g vs 2,000 g
  • 21 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (88 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    88 mm vs 67 mm
  • 79 mm thicker design
    This soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (165 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    165 mm vs 86 mm
  • Less premium build materials
    This soundbar has a less premium build than the average soundbar (aluminum vs plastic).
    Acoustic fabric exterior accents.
    aluminum vs plastic

Video reviews

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

9.0
THE ABSOLUTE SOUND
≈ estimated
10/12/2025
Hands-on review · sound, Dolby Atmos and app tests
Verdict
Devialet Dione suits music-first buyers: musical and capable with Dolby Atmos movies, but it lacks an EQ.
9.0
hi-fi+ Global Network
≈ estimated
20/07/2022
Hands-on review · sound, room calibration and value
Verdict
Devialet Dione is a very good soundbar for movie fans and a strong alternative to a basic component system.
7.0
Audiofied
≈ estimated
25/05/2022
Hands-on review · sound, connectivity and app tests
Verdict
Devialet Dione sounds great, but pairing problems and the lack of an EQ hold it back.
9.0
Hifyed
≈ estimated
18/05/2022
Hands-on review · bass, movie and music tests · room measurements
Verdict
Devialet Dione is a strong all-in-one choice for small to medium rooms, but less suited to very large spaces.
9.0
David Susilo Unscripted
≈ estimated
10/04/2026
Hands-on review · music and bass tests, unboxing
Verdict
Devialet Dione is almost perfect and a strong pick, mainly for music listening.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
24/08/2022
Listening-room test · Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a striking soundbar with clear, distortion-free sound and crisp dialogue, but it is less enveloping than the Sennheiser Ambeo.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
16/03/2026
Hands-on review · One-box Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione suits anyone wanting one-box home cinema with rich bass and a rotating center speaker, though it has no HDMI pass-through.
8.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
26/06/2022
Hands-on review · Single-box soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a big soundbar with strong bass and wide, well-defined sound, but it gets heavy-handed at volume and lacks HDMI pass-through.
10
t3.com
✓ explicit
25/05/2022
Hands-on review · Desk or wall soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione suits anyone wanting a single box with clean, powerful sound that can sit flat or hang on a wall, though it gives little true surround.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
30/06/2022
Full review · One-box Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a substantial one-box Atmos soundbar with weighty bass and an unusual center speaker, though film soundtracks can sound processed.
9.5
sound-advice.online
≈ estimated
03/08/2022
Listening review · Single-box soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a single-box soundbar with powerful, bass-rich sound and a rotating center speaker for desk or wall, but it offers no sound from behind.
7.6
rtings.com
✓ explicit
30/06/2022
Lab test · Dolby Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a strong all-round soundbar with deep bass and clear dialogue, but it lacks HDMI pass-through, DTS:X and bass and treble controls.
9.0
stereonet.com
≈ estimated
09/08/2022
Hands-on test · Phantom-style soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a detailed soundbar with strong bass and a wide front soundstage, though its surround effects feel faint and it has no equalizer.
8.7
gadgetreview.com
✓ explicit
09/08/2023
Expert review · 5.1.2 soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a loud, bass-heavy soundbar that suits TV shows and movies, though its surround sound is weak and audio lags behind the picture.
10
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
08/12/2022
Expert review · Orb center soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a striking, well-built soundbar with powerful low end and very clear dialogue, though it has no voice assistant and limited sound adjustment.
7.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
15/08/2022
Hands-on review · Single-unit soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a single-unit soundbar with bass that no other all-in-one bar matches, but without rear speakers its rear effects barely register.
8.5
hifi.de
✓ explicit
19/09/2022
Listening test · Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a strong soundbar for films, with clear dialogue and wide Atmos sound, though music sounds flatter and its connections are limited.
8.7
likehifi.de
✓ explicit
01/12/2024
Hands-on test · Design-led soundbar
Verdict
Devialet Dione is a striking, flat soundbar with punchy bass and a rotating centre sphere, but its surround and overhead effects sound rather timid.
10
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
29/03/2022
Hands-on test · Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione suits film and music fans wanting deep bass and rich sound from one box, though its surround and 3D effects are faint and blurry.
9.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
02/12/2022
Hands-on test · Built-in subwoofer soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a one-box soundbar with deep, clean bass and a built-in subwoofer, though it delivers no overhead Atmos effects.
9.0
capital.fr
≈ estimated
11/11/2025
Expert review · Bass-led soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a well-built soundbar with deep bass and fine detail, though it sounds less immersive than rivals and its connections are limited.
10
hifi.nl
✓ explicit
29/03/2022
Hands-on test · Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a powerful, controlled soundbar with clear dialogue and good stereo upmixing, and it sounds as good on a wall as on a stand.
9.0
audiofile.nl
≈ estimated
17/04/2022
Listening test · Tight bass
Verdict
The Devialet Dione earns praise for open, tight bass that fills the space around the TV, but this short summary names no drawbacks.
10
hifi.be
✓ explicit
29/03/2022
Hands-on test · Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Devialet Dione is a powerful, controlled soundbar with clear dialogue and good stereo upmixing, and it sounds as good on a wall as on a stand.
10
hifi.nl
✓ explicit
29/03/2022
Hands-on review · Atmos soundbar
Verdict
Devialet Dione is a powerful, controlled Atmos soundbar that sounds as good wall-mounted and handles dialogue well, though it lacks DTS:X.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Devialet Dione

  • Exceptional bass performance for a standalone unit, often making a separate subwoofer unnecessary
  • Outstanding dialogue clarity provided by the unique rotating 'Orb' centre channel
  • High-end build quality and aesthetic design that integrates well into modern living spaces
  • Versatile placement options with a built-in gyroscope that adjusts sound for shelf or wall mounting
  • Room-filling 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos soundstage with impressive width and height
  • Smooth and effective auto-room calibration system

What customers don't like about Devialet Dione

  • High premium price point compared to feature-rich competitors that include rear speakers
  • Reports of unreliable HDMI eARC 'handshake' issues, particularly with some LG and Samsung TVs
  • Lack of a dedicated remote control in the box; it must be purchased separately at a high cost
  • Does not support DTS:X soundtracks, which are instead converted to stereo or PCM
  • Limited physical connectivity with only one HDMI port and no HDMI passthrough
  • Software/app can be buggy, sometimes requiring reboots for features like Atmos to work

Verdict

The Devialet Dione is a high-end, all-in-one 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos soundbar featuring 17 autonomous neodymium drivers—including 9 full-range aluminium drivers and 8 long-throw subwoofers—delivering 950W RMS of power and a deep frequency response of 24Hz to 21kHz. Its primary characteristics include the patented 'ORB' rotating center channel that adapts to both shelf and wall-mounted orientations, and 'SPACE' technology that upscales stereo signals into immersive surround sound. Main pros include its exceptional build quality, massive 101 dB SPL output that eliminates the need for an external subwoofer, and diverse connectivity via HDMI eARC, Bluetooth 5.0, and AirPlay 2. Common cons involve its high premium price, the lack of DTS:X support, and the absence of a dedicated physical remote in the standard package.

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