The best early Black Friday soundbar deals 2024: Sonos, Sony, JBL, Bose and more

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Big savings on some of the best soundbars for TV

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Let's face it, there is a clear correlation between TVs getting slimmer and built-in sound getting worse. While the cutting-edge OLEDs are quite literally razor thin, the sacrifice of function for the sake of form is clear, especially when we test TV sound. Usual cons include lacking bass weight, weak projection and muddy vocals.

So, what's the easiest solution? Introducing the humble soundbar, an all-in-one solution for those who want better sound without trailing cables around their living room to serve a full home cinema speaker system. These neat speaker bar solutions sit below your screen and add front-firing sound into the equation, as well as upward-firing and surround sound depending on if you splurge on a Dolby Atmos soundbar.

While these are truly useful pieces of kit, they can also carry rather substantial price tags; especially if you want a good one. Luckily for you, Black Friday is approaching quickly, and a lot of our favourite models are already on sale with huge savings attached. We've compiled the best deals on the internet on everything from affordable options to full packages complete with subwoofers and surround sound speakers.

Not sure which one to pick? Check out our list of the best soundbars for inspiration, or read more of our soundbar reviews to find out which model suits you best.

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Best soundbar deals under £100

JVC TH-D227BA 2.0 Compact Sound Bar £100 £60 at Currys (save £40)

JVC TH-D227BA 2.0 Compact Sound Bar £100 £60 at Currys (save £40)
This JVC soundbar has Bluetooth for wireless streaming as well as wired connections, so you can easily connect the soundbar to your TV or existing audio. It has a compact design that's compatible with TVs from 17 inches and over.

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Hisense HS214 £99 £79 at Amazon (save £20)Read the full Hisense HS214 review

Hisense HS214 £99 £79 at Amazon (save £20)
Hisense's 65cm 'bar with multiple connections (line-in, USB, Bluetooth, optical, HDMI out ARC), three Audio Modes (movie, music, and news), and a bundled universal remote is a great way to upgrade your TV sound while spending very little.
Read the full Hisense HS214 review

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Best soundbar deals £100 to £250

Samsung S50B £280 £139 at Amazon (save £141)

Samsung S50B £280 £139 at Amazon (save £141)
A Dolby Atmos soundbar at this price is practically unheard of, and while we haven't tested this Samsung option, we also can't overlook this deal. With eARC, wireless streaming and support for Atmos and Virtual DTS:X, this 3.0 channel bar might be a Prime Day hidden gem.

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Denon DHT-S316 £279 £240 at Amazon (save £39)

Denon DHT-S316 £279 £240 at Amazon (save £39)
Like the look of the other Denon but fancy a soundbar with a bit more oomph? The DHT-S316 includes a dedicated wireless sub for enhanced bass without the clutter of cords. It also includes Dolby Digital and DTS encoding, alongside Denon's speech-enhancing mode.

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Sonos Ray £279 £212 at Amazon (save £67)Read the full Sonos Ray review

Sonos Ray £279 £212 at Amazon (save £67)
Sonos's most accessible soundbar is a convenient way of drastically upgrading your TV's sound. This bar features only an optical connection but if this isn't a dealbreaker, it makes up for any shortcomings with an energetic upbeat sound and the streaming smarts you would expect of a Sonos product.
Read the full Sonos Ray review

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Best soundbar deals £250 to £500

JBL Bar 300 £350 £249 at Amazon (save £101)Read the full JBL Bar 300 review

JBL Bar 300 £350 £249 at Amazon (save £101)
JBL has produced a budget soundbar that is stylish, feature-packed, and Dolby Atmos compatible. All at a price that undercuts most rivals, too. The similarly priced Sony HT-S2000 sounds notably better, however – but if your heart is set on a JBL soundbar, this is a solid choice.
Read the full JBL Bar 300 review

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Sony HT-S2000 £349 now £299 at Amazon (save £50) Read the full Sony HT-S2000 review

Sony HT-S2000 £349 now £299 at Amazon (save £50)
If you're looking for a Dolby Atmos-compatible soundbar that won't break the bank, this Sony model is one of our go-to choices. There are meatier-sounding bars with more features, but the HT-S2000 earned a five-star rating for good reason: it focuses on what's important – sound quality.
Read the full Sony HT-S2000 review

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Sony HT-S40R £350 £299 at Amazon (save £51)

Sony HT-S40R £350 £299 at Amazon (save £51)
Not one we have tested, but wireless 5.1 systems at this price don't come along every day. The catch is that it isn't completely wireless, requiring an included compact wireless amplifier to power the rear speakers. But, if you have the space to house it, this looks to be a decent compact system with Bluetooth, HDMI ARC, a USB port, plus optical and analogue inputs.

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Sonos Beam Gen 2 £499 £380 at Amazon (save £119)Read the full Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review

Sonos Beam Gen 2 £499 £380 at Amazon (save £119)
Sonos's impressive mid-level soundbar is a top-notch performer, especially at this price. Being a Sonos product, WiFi is on board as is HDMI eARC and compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
Read the full Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review

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Harman Kardon Citation Multibeam 1100 £800£299 at Peter Tyson (save £501)Read the full Harman Kardon Citation Multibeam 1100 review

Harman Kardon Citation Multibeam 1100 £800 £299 at Peter Tyson (save £501)
This sleek, fuss-free Dolby Atmos soundbar delivers precise and detailed audio, as well as pleasingly well-projected sound and some hearty low-end kick as well. It is even equipped with HDMI passthrough, meaning you won't have to fully sacrifice a port on your TV. You need to be a PT VIP to get this deal, but signing up is quick and free.
Read the full Harman Kardon Citation Multibeam 1100 review

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Best soundbar deals £500 to £1000

Sonos Arc soundbar £899 £629 at Amazon (save £270)Read the full Sonos Arc review

Sonos Arc soundbar £899 £629 at Amazon (save £270)
This soundbar delivers five-star Dolby Atmos performance and WiFi connectivity for easy music streaming and integration with other Sonos products. It sits proudly in our Hall of Fame for good reason.
Read the full Sonos Arc review

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Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus £1299 £1039 at Amazon (save £260)Read the full Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus review

Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus £1299 £1039 at Amazon (save £260)
Sennheiser's Ambeo Plus impresses with a wide, spacious sound field, excellent musical ability, and a fine spread of useful features and connectivity options. HDMI inputs are included, as are several different steaming options, from Bluetooth to Spotify Connect. The Ambeo Plus sits among the best Dolby Atmos soundbars at this level.
Read the full Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus review

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JBL Bar 1300£1299£899 at Peter Tyson (save £400)Read the full JBL Bar 1300 review

JBL Bar 1300 £1299 £899 at Peter Tyson (save £400)
JBL's Bar 1300 is an interesting system, combining a hefty soundbar with a subwoofer featuring a downwards-firing driver. What's more, the ends of the soundbar are detachable and can be used as rear surround speakers. All in all, it presents audio confidently across a seamless soundfield. You need to be a 'PT VIP' to get this price, but signing up is quick and free.
Read the full JBL Bar 1300 review

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Best soundbar deals over £1000

Samsung Q990D soundbar system £1699 £999 at John Lewis (save £700)

Samsung Q990D soundbar system £1699 £999 at John Lewis (save £700)
The Q990D looks and is conceptually very similar to the Q990C it replaces, but it sounds significantly better. This is a complete 11.1.4 Dolby Atmos home cinema in a box, and it sounds big, spacious, enveloping and punchy. A great system that is becoming better value all the time.

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Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Max £2199 £1549 at Sevenoaks (save £650)Read the full Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Max review

Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Max £2199 £1549 at Sevenoaks (save £650)
Standing almost 1.3m wide, Sennheiser's Ambeo is not for the faint of heart or short of space, but it takes up much less space than a full home cinema, sounds sensational, and boasts Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support. This is a hefty discount on Sennheiser's stellar soundbar, so snap it up while you can.
Read the full Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Max review

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Lewis Empson
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Lewis Empson is a Senior Staff Writer on What Hi-Fi?. He was previously Gaming and Digital editor for Cardiff University's 'Quench Magazine', Lewis graduated in 2021 and has since worked on a selection of lifestyle magazines and regional newspapers. Outside of work, he enjoys gaming, gigs and regular cinema trips.

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  • Babur72
    Picked-up the SONY HT-A7000 soundbar, SA-RS5 rear surrounds & SA-SW5 sub. during SONY’s pre-Xmas promotion to partner existing SONY Bravia XR 4K UHD TV. Combined with price match offer, saved over £900- on SONY UK MSRP.

    Despite it’s class leading connectivity, functionality & sonic performance - particularly with respect to movies & TV - i doubt that i’d be willing to part with much more if I was shopping around now. And probably not at SONY’s current prices.

    Although complex movie scenes, dialogue & soundtracks are handled with aplomb, i do think there are a few soundbar & sub. options, a couple of them for significantly less, that offer slightly better replay of stereo or multi-channel music.
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