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Sony HT-SF150 Review | 109 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95N. of audio channels:2.0Audio output power:120 WHDMI ARC type:ARC

Sony HT-SF150 Review: Compare 109 technical specifications and 6 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Sony HT-SF150
5.3/10

Overall score

Score
5.3/ 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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▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

95%

5.2

Technical score

5%

7.6

Reviews score ( 0 · 6)

Reviews score 5% · 7.6 · based on 6 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.
▼Worse than 62% of soundbars
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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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▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▼Worse than 62%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 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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▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

25%

4.5

Audio

18%

4.7

Formats

16%

6.0

Connectivity

14%

6.4

Controls

12%

5.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.0

Smart features

5%

6.2

Design

▼Worse than 62%
7.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.6/ 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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▼ Worse than 62% of models
Grades by review (6)
6 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.
▼Worse than 62%
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
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What owners say about the Sony HT-SF150

Based on 80 owners sharing their experience in online comments

32%positive18%mixed50%negative

Owners praise its clear, roomy sound for the price, but weak bass and unreliable Bluetooth or TV connections often disappoint.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say bass is weak or almost absent, even in cinema mode. Some find it thin compared with older budget soundbars or a JBL speaker.14
  • Owners say Bluetooth won't pair or connects unreliably, sometimes showing as blocked. Some fixed it by resetting to factory settings.13
  • Owners say the sound is thin, tinny or distorted at higher volume, and that presets sound similar with little surround effect.10
  • Owners report the unit switching off by itself, going unresponsive for minutes, cutting out, or failing within a year, sometimes with power-supply noise.7
  • Owners say HDMI ARC connections give no sound or limit the volume, and audio can lag behind video. Some used optical instead.6
  • Owners say the soundbar sounds only a little better than their TV speakers, and some returned it for that reason.5
  • Owners say treble is weak or harsh, with no way to adjust it, and voices can sound artificial when bass rises.5

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

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Technical Specifications of soundbar Sony HT-SF150

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

25%

4.5

Audio

18%

4.7

Formats

16%

6.0

Connectivity

14%

6.4

Controls

12%

5.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.0

Smart features

5%

6.2

Design

5.2
Reviews score
7.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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 62% of models
Score components:

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.7
Brand name
Sony
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
120 W
Market range: <10 W – >260 W
This soundbar delivers 120 W of audio output power, more than 70.7% of soundbars and equal to 6.9% of soundbars.
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 20 Hz, lower than 90.1% of soundbars and equal to 9.9% 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
no
This soundbar does not support Wi-Fi connectivity. 31.9% 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
4.2
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
no
This soundbar does not have smartphone app. 35.1% 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
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
900 mm
Market range: <350 mm – >1.1k mm
This soundbar is 900 mm wide, wider than 66.5% of soundbars and equal to 4.8% of soundbars.
Height
64 mm
Market range: <50 mm – >100 mm
This soundbar is 64 mm high, shorter than 59.4% of soundbars and equal to 7% of soundbars.
Thickness
88 mm
Market range: <60 mm – >135 mm
This soundbar is 88 mm thick, thicker than 51.9% of soundbars and equal to 1.6% of soundbars.
Weight
2,400 g
Market range: <500 g – >5.5k g
This soundbar weighs 2,400 g, more than 60.1% of soundbars and equal to 1.6% 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.
Leather trim.
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Sony HT-SF150 vs the average soundbar

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  • Night mode
    This soundbar supports night mode, the average soundbar does not.
  • 32 Hz lower min frequency
    This soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (20 Hz vs 52 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 52 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 52 Hz
  • 71.4% more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (120 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    120 W vs 70 W
  • Broader music format support
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (MP3, WAV, WMA vs MP3).
    MP3, WAV, WMA vs MP3
  • 32 Hz lower min frequency
    This soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (20 Hz vs 52 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 52 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 52 Hz
  • 71.4% more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (120 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    120 W vs 70 W
  • Broader music format support
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (MP3, WAV, WMA vs MP3).
    MP3, WAV, WMA vs MP3
  • Night mode
    This soundbar supports night mode, 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 fewer drivers
    This soundbar has fewer drivers than the average soundbar (2 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    2 vs 4
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
    no (The unit has a USB Type-A port and an Optical-audio input but no 3.5mm jack)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This soundbar uses 4.2 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • Harder firmware updates
    This soundbar uses USB for firmware update method, while the average soundbar uses app-based, USB.
    USB vs app-based, USB
  • 138 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (900 mm vs 762 mm). The average soundbar is 762 mm wide.
    900 mm vs 762 mm
  • 3 years older release
    This soundbar is older than the average soundbar (2018 vs 2021). The average soundbar was released in 2021.
    February 11, 2018
    2,018 vs 2,021
  • 400 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (2,400 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    2,400 g vs 2,000 g
  • 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 AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
    no (The unit has a USB Type-A port and an Optical-audio input but no 3.5mm jack)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This soundbar uses 4.2 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • 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
  • Harder firmware updates
    This soundbar uses USB for firmware update method, while the average soundbar uses app-based, USB.
    USB vs app-based, USB
  • 138 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (900 mm vs 762 mm). The average soundbar is 762 mm wide.
    900 mm vs 762 mm
  • 3 years older release
    This soundbar is older than the average soundbar (2018 vs 2021). The average soundbar was released in 2021.
    February 11, 2018
    2,018 vs 2,021
  • 400 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (2,400 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    2,400 g vs 2,000 g

Video reviews

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

9.0
Tech Watcher
≈ estimated
02/08/2018
Unboxing, setup and review · sound and remote impressions
Verdict
Sony HT-SF150 remains the best value for sound quality and features, and it is compact and easy to set up.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

tomshw.it
19/04/2026
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global.techradar.com
17/02/2025
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sony HT-SF150

  • Exceptional value for money at its budget price point
  • Significant improvement in dialogue clarity over standard TV speakers
  • Simple setup process, especially using the HDMI ARC connection
  • Elegant, slim design that fits easily under most TVs or can be wall-mounted
  • Multiple connectivity options including Bluetooth and USB for music playback
  • Integration with TV remotes via Bravia Sync/HDMI CEC

What customers don't like about Sony HT-SF150

  • Subpar musical performance, with timing issues and cluttered textures
  • Lacks deep bass due to the absence of a dedicated external subwoofer
  • No manual adjustment for bass or treble levels
  • Wall mounting can make accessing rear-facing ports difficult
  • No HDMI cable typically included in the box
  • Small LED display indicators can be confusing or unclear
  • Occasional audio sync or connection issues reported by some users

Verdict

The Sony HT-SF150 is a compact 2.0 channel all-in-one soundbar featuring 120W of total power, an S-Master amplifier, and a built-in Bass Reflex speaker designed to enhance TV audio and dialogue clarity. Its slim 900x64x88 mm profile is wall-mountable and includes versatile connectivity options such as HDMI ARC, digital optical, USB, and Bluetooth 4.2. Main pros include a very affordable price point, sleek build quality that fits most interiors, and an expansive soundstage powered by S-Force Front Surround technology. However, notable cons include lacklustre performance for music playback, a confusing LED-only interface instead of a screen, and the absence of manual bass or treble adjustments.

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