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Mivi Fort S100 review: 108 specs compared

Avg. price:~£55N. of audio channels:2.2Audio output power:100 WHDMI ARC type:ARC

Mivi Fort S100 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and 20 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Mivi Fort S100
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

35%

4.9

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.5

Reviews score

10%

4.9

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 60% of soundbars
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 55%
4.9

Technical score

Technical score
4.9/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

25%

4.1

Audio

18%

4.0

Formats

16%

6.4

Connectivity

14%

6.0

Controls

12%

5.5

HDMI

10%

4.0

Streaming

5%

5.0

Design

â–¼Worse than 80%
8.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models

80%

8.5

Average grade

20%

8.9

Popularity

Grades by review (20)
2 reviews + 18 videos, average 8.6/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 84%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 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 (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £55
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 Mivi Fort S100

Based on 2 · 18

Reviewers agree the sound and build quality are excellent with punchy bass, though its large, heavy size is a common complaint.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Mivi Fort S100

Based on 161 owners sharing their experience in online comments

27%positive8%mixed65%negative

Owners like the punchy, clear sound, while unreliable HDMI connections and poor support fuel many complaints.

What owners dislike

  • HDMI ARC often fails to detect the TV or gives no sound, even after restarts and cable swaps.31
  • Owners report slow or no replies to emails, customer care giving only basic info, and repairs or returns refused or delayed.15
  • Some units fail within months: an adapter failed, a woofer or left speaker faulted, a USB port stopped working, and one unit overheated badly.10
  • Bluetooth often drops or disconnects on its own, sometimes lags, and in some units the light blinks without pairing.7
  • Dialogue is hard to hear in movies: bass and background music drown out quiet speech, especially in English films with soft-spoken actors.7
  • Inputs jump on their own: HDMI or USB switches to Bluetooth or AUX within seconds, and the unit defaults to Bluetooth each time.7
  • Sound is quiet over TV, optical and aux connections, often needing 60-70% volume, and some find it weaker than their TV speakers.6
  • Aux input sounds weaker and poorer than Bluetooth, with some owners hearing a humming or noisy background.6
  • Remote often needs repeated presses, has short range, and in some units doesn't work out of the box or fails to switch modes.6
  • Unit shuts off or restarts on its own, especially when volume is raised, and some report volume rising and falling automatically.6

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

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Technical Specifications of soundbar Mivi Fort S100

Technical score
Technical score
4.9/ 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
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Score components:

25%

4.1

Audio

18%

4.0

Formats

16%

6.4

Connectivity

14%

6.0

Controls

12%

5.5

HDMI

10%

4.0

Streaming

5%

5.0

Design

4.9
Reviews score
8.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.6
N. of audio channels
2.2
This soundbar offers 2.2 audio channels, more than 72.7% of soundbars and equal to 1.3% of soundbars.
Audio output power
100 W
Market range: <16 W – >260 W
This soundbar delivers 100 W of audio output power, more than 62.9% of soundbars and equal to 5.7% of soundbars.
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
80 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >82 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 80 Hz, higher than 85.3% of soundbars and equal to 4% of soundbars.
Max frequency
20,000 Hz
Market range: <19k Hz – >20k Hz
This soundbar reaches a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz, higher than 17.5% of soundbars and equal to 76.8% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say
Dolby Atmos
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Atmos. 30.3% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
no
This soundbar does not support DTS:X. 16.7% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby TrueHD. 16.5% 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
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital Plus. 25.3% of soundbars include this feature.
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N. of HDMI inputs
0
Market range: <0 – >1
This soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs, fewer than 41.5% of soundbars and equal to 58.5% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This soundbar does not support Wi-Fi connectivity. 28.8% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
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
no
This soundbar does not have smartphone app. 42.6% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
yes
This soundbar has remote control. 17.5% 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
1.4
This soundbar has HDMI 1.4, which is more capable than 38.1% of soundbars and equal to 18.7% of soundbars.
HDMI ARC type
ARC
This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 24.7% of soundbars and the same as what 46.5% 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
no
This soundbar does not support AirPlay. 19.9% 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
no
This soundbar does not support Spotify Connect. 20.8% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
no
This soundbar does not support TIDAL Connect. 9.2% of soundbars include this feature.
Amazon Music native support
no
This soundbar does not support native Amazon Music. 13% support native Amazon Music.
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Width
970 mm
Market range: <384 mm – >1.1k mm
This soundbar is 970 mm wide, wider than 84.1% of soundbars.
Height
90 mm
Market range: <56 mm – >89 mm
This soundbar is 90 mm high, taller than 91% of soundbars and equal to 3.2% of soundbars.
Thickness
80 mm
Market range: <60 mm – >131 mm
This soundbar is 80 mm thick, thinner than 58% of soundbars and equal to 1.6% of soundbars.
Weight
5,000 g
Market range: <729 g – >5.5k g
This soundbar weighs 5,000 g, more than 89.4% of soundbars.
Build material
plastic
This soundbar is built from plastic, which is more premium than 3% of soundbars and equal to 92.6% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say

Mivi Fort S100 vs the average soundbar

246810TotalAudioFormatsConnectivityHDMIStreamingControlsDesign
  • Coaxial digital input
    This soundbar has coaxial digital input, the average soundbar does not.
  • 19.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.5/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 84% of models

    80%

    8.5

    Average grade

    20%

    8.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (20)
    2 reviews + 18 videos, average 8.6/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.5 vs 7.1
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (2.2 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    2.2 vs 2.1
  • More music formats supported
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (MP3, WAV vs MP3).
    MP3, WAV vs MP3
  • 42.9% more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (100 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    100 W vs 70 W
  • 19.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.5/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 84% of models

    80%

    8.5

    Average grade

    20%

    8.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (20)
    2 reviews + 18 videos, average 8.6/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.5 vs 7.1
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (2.2 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    2.2 vs 2.1
  • 42.9% more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (100 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    100 W vs 70 W
  • More music formats supported
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (MP3, WAV vs MP3).
    MP3, WAV vs MP3
  • Coaxial digital input
    This soundbar has coaxial digital input, the average soundbar does not.
  • 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
  • 2 in inch smaller subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a lower subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (4 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    4 in vs 6 in
  • 2 fewer drivers
    This soundbar has fewer drivers than the average soundbar (2 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    2 vs 4
  • No Dolby Digital
    This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital, the average soundbar does.
  • No night mode
    This soundbar does not support night mode, the average soundbar does.
  • No PCM / LPCM
    This soundbar does not support PCM / LPCM support, the average soundbar does.
  • No bass boost
    This soundbar does not support bass boost, the average soundbar does.
  • 23 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (90 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    90 mm vs 67 mm
  • 31.9% lower sentiment score
    4.9 vs 7.2
  • 2 in inch smaller subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a lower subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (4 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    4 in vs 6 in
  • 2 fewer drivers
    This soundbar has fewer drivers than the average soundbar (2 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    2 vs 4
  • No bass boost
    This soundbar does not support bass boost, the average soundbar does.
  • 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
  • 30 Hz higher min frequency
    This soundbar has a higher minimum frequency than the average soundbar (80 Hz vs 50 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 50 Hz.
    80 Hz vs 50 Hz
  • No Dolby Digital
    This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital, the average soundbar does.
  • No PCM / LPCM
    This soundbar does not support PCM / LPCM support, the average soundbar does.
  • 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 night mode
    This soundbar does not support night mode, the average soundbar does.
  • No auto power-off
    This soundbar does not support auto power-off, the average soundbar does.
  • 23 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (90 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    90 mm vs 67 mm
  • 207 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (970 mm vs 763 mm). The average soundbar is 763 mm wide.
    970 mm vs 763 mm
  • 3,000 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (5,000 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    5,000 g vs 2,000 g

Video reviews

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

9.0
Anurag Verma
≈ estimated
31/07/2023
Full review · sound, modes, remote and mounting tests
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 offers good sound for the price and good value for money, though the remote must be aimed carefully.
9.0
My Gadgets
≈ estimated
30/06/2023
Hands-on review · setup, bass and sound tests
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 is recommended for its bass and treble, though wall mounting and rear port placement are awkward.
9.0
Gadgets Truth by Amar
≈ estimated
13/04/2023
Long-term test · one year of use, sound and modes
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 is still working after a year, with clear sound that makes it a good pick at this budget price.
8.0
Gadget King
≈ estimated
16/12/2022
Unboxing and review · sound, bass and music tests
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 has good sound and bass for music, though wall-mount nails are not included.
7.0
Ansuman Kumar
≈ estimated
10/11/2022
Long-term test · weeks of daily use and problem check
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 is a good speaker overall, but the weak adapter, remote aiming and gaming latency hold it back.
8.0
Tech Blast
≈ estimated
17/04/2022
Hands-on review · sound test and remote check
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 is worth buying for the price, though its infrared remote is unreliable.
9.0
Harshit Technical
≈ estimated
13/04/2022
Long-term test · 7 days of use, sound and remote checks
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 offers good sound for the price, but its remote must be pointed straight at the bar.
9.0
Tech Gali
≈ estimated
12/04/2022
Unboxing and review · sound, bass and mode tests
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 earns a strong recommendation for its sound and bass; buy it without much hesitation.
9.0
TechVishal VSB
≈ estimated
09/04/2022
Full review · unboxing, design, remote and Bluetooth tests
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 offers clean audio for its price and is a good pick for music lovers.
9.0
Techniqued
≈ estimated
08/04/2022
Hands-on review · build, sound, modes and remote
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 is a solid budget soundbar with good bass and build quality for its price.
9.0
Sistech Banna
≈ estimated
08/04/2022
Hands-on review · sound test and features
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 has strong sound and a built-in subwoofer, making it a good pick for budget buyers.
8.0
Astro BTV
≈ estimated
02/10/2022
First look · unboxing and build check
Verdict
Mivi Fort S100 has a solid metal build and is a good deal, though sound quality is left for a follow-up.
More graded video reviews (4)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
gizbot.com
✓ explicit
26/04/2022
Hands-on review · Sound and connections
Verdict
The Mivi Fort S100 is a metal-bodied soundbar with good bass and no distortion at high volume, but it misses Dolby certification.
7.0
indianexpress.com
✓ explicit
26/04/2022
Hands-on review · Desktop use
Verdict
The Mivi Fort S100 is a balanced, reliable soundbar that connects quickly to a desktop, but its bass lacks punch and can't be fine-tuned.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Mivi Fort S100

  • Excellent value for money in the budget soundbar segment
  • Premium build quality with a sleek, minimalist design featuring a metallic mesh
  • Reliable and fast connectivity via Bluetooth 5.0
  • Multiple input options including HDMI ARC, AUX, USB, and Coaxial
  • Crystal clear vocals and crisp high/mid frequencies suitable for movies and news
  • No significant sound distortion even at 100% volume

What customers don't like about Mivi Fort S100

  • Lack of manual bass and treble adjustments; restricted to preset EQ modes
  • Inconsistent memory for input modes, often reverting to Bluetooth after a restart
  • The remote control has limited range and responsiveness, often requiring a direct line of sight from up close
  • Bass may feel underwhelming or lack 'thump' for heavy music tracks compared to competitors with external subwoofers
  • No automatic power-off mechanism after periods of inactivity
  • After-sales service can be difficult, sometimes requiring the product to be shipped to a central location for repairs

Verdict

The Mivi Fort S100 is a 2.2 channel 'Made in India' soundbar delivering 100W of total output through two 58mm drivers and two inbuilt subwoofers for a frequency range of 50Hz to 20kHz. It features a premium metallic mesh design with physical controls and a remote, offering multiple connectivity options including Bluetooth 5.0, HDMI ARC, USB, AUX, and Coaxial. Key pros include its high 100W loudness, clear vocals with three EQ modes (Music, News, Movie), and distortion-free performance even at high volumes. However, notable cons include the lack of manual bass and treble adjustments, an absence of an auto-power-off feature, and the device's inability to remember the last used input mode after a restart.

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