Gene
Reviewed in Canada on February 10, 2025
The sound is excellent!! Had a cheap sound bar … sold it & needed something better. I had a small portable Boss & thought id try them again. Worth the $$ if you care what it sounds like. Will not be buying the bass speaker as it is not required.
Daniel Daramsing
Reviewed in Canada on August 31, 2024
This soundbar is truly exceptional. The low-profile design and sleek glass finish give it a premium look and feel. I'm using it in my basement home theater, and the sound quality is phenomenal. While it includes a fiber optics port, I opted to connect it to my projector using HDMI eARC. The space calibration process is straightforward and easily managed through the Bose app. Additionally, if you pair it with the Bose 700 Bass Module and Bose 700 Surround Speakers, they sync seamlessly, delivering a near-perfect cinema experience. It also comes with an HDMI cable, fiber optics cable however they do fall short and purchasing a longer one would be needed.
Victor
Reviewed in Mexico on March 9, 2024
desde el 17 de junio dejó de funcionar, me comunique con Bose y tardaron 3 semanas en enviarme la etiqueta de envio a su centro de Servicio en México, hasta el dia de hoy 17 octubre del 2024 no me lo devuelve Bose ni lo repara, dicen "que no hay partes para México" tiene un pésimo servicio de la marca.
Briana
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2024
When I first set up the soundbar, it worked great. Watching tv, playing music from our phones, sound was phenomenal. Super Bowl Sunday arrives and we moved the soundbar to the living room to host the event for about a dozen friends. It’s working great, until half way through the game. When the Halftime show begins, the soundbar goes mute. Cannot get any sound to come out. Had to disconnect it to get sound on my tv. Move it back to the bedroom tv. Now playing music from our phone is terrible. It buffers constantly. And it doesn’t work on the tv anymore. We have to unplug it and plug it back in every time we want to watch tv. Which means moving the dresser out to get to the plug and moving it back. Every time. Called Bose multiple times for help only to be on hold for hours with no one ever answering the phone. This was a THOUSAND dollar purchase and no support??? Missed the return by 4 days. I’m FURIOUS.
Scott P
Reviewed in Canada on February 20, 2024
I followed the guide on setup using the Bose Music App which launches from a QR code you get in the box.Then I tested out audio playback on the Soundbar several ways.Using TV with audio playing on the Soundbar via ARC connection - it automatically stops using the TV speakers and routes audio to the soundbar - can support up to 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos playback.Using Apple TV going in to the TV input with audio playing on the Soundbar via ARC connection - it automatically stops using the TV speakers and routes audio to the soundbar - can support up to 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos playback.Using iOS Apps connecting to Airplay 2 to play audio on the Soundbar.Using iOS Apps connecting to Bluetooth to play audio on the Soundbar.Using the iOS Bose Music App to play Spotify audio on the Soundbar - there are awkward and limited menus here but it does work.Using the IOS Spotify App to play music on the Soundbar - you have to turn off Use Local Devices Only to see the Soundbar as a choice. A quirk when using the Spotify App exists where to initially start playing on the Soundbar you want to start playing audio on the iPhone first and then switch over to the Soundbar as the Soundbar doesn’t seem to connect if there isn’t an audio signal already playing.Each way of connecting worked, but I will most often use the Spotify App or Apple TV. Directly connecting to the Soundbar from the Spotify app is the most responsive way to start and stop and change the music.Sound quality is good, build quality is good, I’m happy with it. I don’t have additional speakers in the room. Playing movies with 5.1 support or 5.1.2 support works well. Dialog is clear even without the special AI option.The Bose Music App is easy to use and allows you to tweak Height, Center, Bass, and Treble levels but I didn't feel the need to change these. For CEC settings, besides on and off you can set other variations in case you are getting odd interactions between connected equipment like the TV getting turned back on when you are just accessing the soundbar via Airplay 2. I use the setting called Option 6 to avoid having the TV turn back on just after turning it off. There is a choice of having the Soundbar automatically turn off after 20 minutes if not being used, but I set it to never automatically turn off as it is a bit confusing when you go back to your TV which is still on but the Soundbar is turned off.I wish it had on/off and play/pause buttons on the bar as I find that feature useful on Sonos speakers from time to time. I think if you are already bought in to the Sonos ecosystem, the Sonos Arc is a better choice because it is also high quality and syncs so well with other Sonos speakers you may already own.
Luis Cancino
Reviewed in Mexico on December 5, 2024
Excelente definición de audio.
Dominique Brewer
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2023
The Bose Smart Ultra Soudbar is beautifully built and finished. Though compact, it provides phenomenal sound quality.Let me tell you, the setup was so simple - it took a single cable to hook to the television!There is a remote control that covers the basics, including powering the bar on and off, adjusting the volume, playing and pausing content, and selecting your input.After I put the soundbar in position and connected to the TV with power, I downloaded the "Bose Music Control" app, which is free for iOS and Android. This app gives you control of the soundbar and puts you in charge of the Adaptiq automatic room calibration system.The Smart Ultra Soundbar is compatible with Amazon Alexa and works with Google assistant if the appropriate smart speaker is on a common network. I didn't explore integrating the other Bost speakers, but it appears to be possible.There is a touch control on the top surface of the soundbar if you want to override the integrated microphone. If you leave the voice enabled, it is quick and easy to get what you want from the Bose simply by just asking. I'd say that I was impressed by the reliability of responses to my request. Apple AirPlay2 is available and Chromcast is built in. Also, you don't have to toggle to use the voice feature.The system essentially calibrates itself to your environment quickly and accurately and has plenty of control options. When it comes to sound quality, immediately the sound is very clear and reasonably balanced. We are audiophiles (record collection, love movies, amateur music room in home) and while dialogue enhancement and bass features are both available, I didn't need to use right away. I believe this is due to the True Space feature.It was hard to believe that such dynamic sound came from the compact soundbar, but I've had the Bose CD system for years. The spatial audio that comes from the bar is impressive. I didn't notice a significant difference in space and height of the sound, which was a concern initially after reading other reviews.You can utilize HDMI, ARC and wireless Bluetooth connections.Be prepared to have everything you watch feel like you're in an enhanced movie type of setting.One of my kids was playing the game while the soundbar was on. I was absolutely and thoroughly entrenched with the effects and he was thoroughly surprised that I had interest. It was the Bose sound.The unit comes at a reasonable price, especially considering it feels like you're on a quality soundstage.The package was delivered to my office and I was able to carry it. It fit across the backseat of my vehicle and set-up was easy.
Swapnil Rupji
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2023
I have upgraded from Bose 600 Soundbar for my TV hence installation was a breeze. Install Bose Music app to setup the Soundbar. Bose 600 Soundbar is already an amazing soundbar and this soundbar fills the gaps in the room with louder sound in more spots.Pros:1) Bose devices can connect to each other wirelessly which is useful for playing same music in multiple rooms or to have a personal experience on a device like your Bose Headset for the same content.2) The sound is loud enough for any size room and will definitely fill the entire room with sound. Lot of times you will be confused whether someone is really ringing bell or the sound is coming from the soundbar, its that real.3) AdaptIQ makes the job of tuning your soundbar to your room and your situation (furniture etc blocking the sound) seamless. There is an option to disable AdaptIQ if required.4) Like Bose 600 you can integrate TV and Soundbar control through HDMI ARC connection using a single remote. Typically I don’t use Bose Soundbar remote at all.5) Also like Bose 600 you can control Bass, Treble, Center/Height Chanel, group multiple devices, add audio delay, select source, power on/off, update firmware, enable/disable many setting including Voice Control/Chromecast through the Bose Music app.6) Premium look and feel and heavier than Bose 600.7) Wireless option to add rear speakers and bass module.8) Support for Voice control like Google/Alexa, cast audio from phone/laptop using Bluetooth or Wifi. Dolby Atmos and Upfiring speaker which help with situation like Rain fall will feel like its raining in the room. AI DIalogue mode are some of the great features.What I wish for:1) Soundbar (atleast for 900/Ultra) should be sold with the Bass Module as that really completes the thunderous sound experience as this product is primarily for larger rooms.2) This is the first time that it took me more time to put the power cord on the back of the soundbar. Not sure whether the power cord I received was the right fit for the socket.3) Switching/Changing wifi is a pain when it doesn’t work in the first attempt although there are detailed videos on Youtube from Bose with instructions. Something as simple as a tiny wifi reset button on the soundbar would help.