Are you thinking of getting a new Soundbar in the house? Well, if you want to grab a new Soundbar then you should look out for those that come with built-in support for Alexa. This will give you control over your music in the best wireless way possible. Further, it will also help you control more smart devices at your home.
Amazon Alexa on the other hand is a robot butler that can carry out lots of activities for you such as home automation, searches, and lots more via the Artificial Assistant. Alexa is also one of the largest Amazon inventions that come connected with some number of web services to make a higher-tech intelligence.
To simplify it more, Alexa is a wireless speaker that answers queries similar to Google Assistant and also Apple’s Siri. Below, we will be showing you the best Soundbars that work fine with Alexa this year.
1. Yamaha YAS-109 Sound Bar
Yamaha YAS-109 Sound Bar is a powerful device that arrives in a compact and clothed bar that you can easily carry around. It has a discrete display light and led indicator and there is a simple remote that allows you to toggle between voice, six different EQ settings, and virtual sound.
On the connectivity side, it features HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and HDMI arc. The built-in subwoofers promise to deliver a rich bass while the DTS Virtual: x Virtual 3D surround sound offers you a nice music experience. One of the device’s great features is the awesome loudness and thumping balance. Since it works with Alexa, it delivers excellent voice clarity.
2. Bose SoundTouch 300
Bose SoundTouch 300 is another nice soundbar that is compatible with Alexa and it has excellent sound quality. The device features a great soundbar that contains ample connectivity options like HDMI loop-through, optical digital audio input, and HDMI ARC.
It also has support for 4k HDCP 2.2 sources like Sky Q, 4K, and Roku 4. Furthermore, it’s built with a glass top plate and an aluminum grille that makes it more appealing. Its Acoustic room calibration system automatically reduces the music output as per requirement. The Bose ST300 has a built-in mic rather than a standalone mic which is also a great feature to consider.
3. Samsung 3.0 Sound+ Premium Soundbar(HW-MS650)
This is another amazing soundbar device that comes from Samsung. It offers HiFi music output and comes with an industrial-style grille around the speakers which adds an extra dimension to your interiors. The top plate has a brush-finish coat that reduces the glares and reflections from TV or light. On the setup, it has VESA mounting points and a TV power loop-through feature that you can use to connect your TV and the soundbar as well in a single plug socket.
This soundbar works fine with Alexa and it features wireless streaming for both 2 way Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Other features include support for HDMI systems, optical and auxiliary audio inputs, and more.
4. Denon HEOS Bar 3-Channel Soundbar
The Denon HEOS Bar 3-Channel Soundbar is blessed with a three-channel soundbar that serves as a great upgrade to your music taste. This soundbar comes with digital AV connectivity that will increase your media-streaming experience.
It also has four UHD/HDR and HDCP 2.2 compatible HDMI inputs and one HDMI ARC output including extensive audio format support like Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. This device carries support for a diverse range of audio streaming services like Deezer, tidal, Soundcloud, Spotify, amazon music, Rhapsody, TuneIn, etc.
5. SuperSonic Alexa Soundbar
The SuperSonic Alexa Soundbar just as the name suggests works with Alexa and it provides a power-packed and rich sound in every beat. It offers excellent wireless connectivity with a built-in Bluetooth receiver and Wi-Fi. The Bluetooth connectivity goes up to 10M, while the range of Wi-Fi reaches up to 30m.
The built-in power speaker on the other hand has proper balance in bass and vocal. The good news is that you can connect up to six speakers in multiple rooms and operate them through your app.
6. Bose Soundbar 700
The Bose Soundbar 700 comes with a nice and attractive design offering a spectacular sound output. The device stylish body has a perforated wraparound aluminum grille and tempered glass top. It’s available in two bands of Wi-Fi connection, Bluetooth, and Apple Airplay 2. You will also get a metal body universal remote with a motion-activated backlight.
You can use the remote to pair the device with a TV, game consoles, set-top boxes, Blu-ray players with a single click. You can also link your Alexa and google assistant via the Bose app.
7. Polk Audio Command Bar
Polk Audio Command Bar is a perfect companion for your Smart TV. This soundbar works well with Alexa and also has a built-in Echo dot that gives you access to unlimited music, weather reports, news, and relevant tasks using your voice. On the design, it’s built to be homely and has a great look. You will notice some trendy ring of blue light in the center, that looks similar to the Alexa.
The lights illuminate with a blue color when activating Alexa. It features two HDMI inputs and one HDMI-ARC output and they work in connecting the device to two video sources. There is also a tall and sleek subwoofer that provides a perfect bass response. The speaker has 2.1 channels with a frequency response between 40Hz to 22 kHz.
8. Sony Z9F 3.1ch Soundbar with Dolby Atmos
The Sony Z9F 3.1ch Soundbar with Dolby Atmos is a home theatre with an enhanced audio experience. The device has a sleek and neat design. For connectivity, it features two 4k HDCP & Dolby vision compatible optical digital audio input, HDMI inputs, one HDMI ARC port,, a 3.5 mm jack, and a USB port.
This soundbar works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Chromecast. One of the device’s amazing features is the remarkable audio optimization that you can activate by pressing one button.
9. Bose SoundBar 500
Bose SoundBar 500 is a compact soundbar that works with Alexa and also offers a booming effect that can give you a heart pound. The device is made from a slick matter-finish and it measures just two inches in height, but the sound is amazing and it breaks all records. This soundbar has multiple connectivity options like WiFi and Bluetooth. It also has two custom-designed mics mounted on both the side of the device. One is on the front and the other on the back.
10. Creative X-Fi Sonic Carrier
The Creative X-Fi Sonic Carrier has a HDDs, one SD card slot, two USB 2.0 type-A connectors for USB flash drives, and three MicroSD card slots. The output is 1 x HDMI output with Audio Return Channel (ARC). The device comes in a different league of soundbars.
You will get 17 speakers set in an 11.2.4-channel or 15.2-channel configuration that can put out well over 110 dB of sound and supports Dolby Atmos. The little downside is that the price is a little expensive as its price is about $4,000.
Conclusion:
These are the best soundbar that you can get right now that works with Alexa. I love the Yamaha YAS-109 Sound Bar and Polk Audio Command Bar because they come with an external subwoofer at the same price tag. However, if you have a good budget to buy additional subwoofers and speakers, consider the Samsung 3.0 Sound+ Premium Soundbar and Bose devices. They are all compatible with Alexa while the Bose soundbar 500 comes with dual-mic support.
