I replaced my Sonos Arc with Bose's Lifestyle Ultra soundbar for weeks - here's my verdict
The Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar is a premium audio device that replaces the older Smart Ultra Soundbar with updated features and design. After testing it for a week, the reviewer found it delivers strong dialogue clarity and modern tech like Google Cast, though bass can be overwhelming at high volumes. It competes in a crowded market with a price tag of $1,099, positioning itself against top models from Sonos and Sony.
- ▪The Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar features a nine-driver array with a 5.0.2-channel arrangement and includes upfiring, front-facing, and horizontal speakers.
- ▪It includes AI-powered speech enhancement, room-correction microphones, spatial audio upmixing, and improved bass technology.
- ▪The soundbar is priced at $1,099, competing directly with high-end models from Sonos and Sony.
- ▪The reviewer replaced their Sonos Arc with the Bose unit for a week and noted excellent app support and design, but found the bass uncontrolled at loud volumes.
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