Design and build:

Bose 300 and 600 are similar sized soundbar with also a same design pattern. While both are made of plastic, the 300 model has metal grilles on the front and side panels. Bose 600 adds a metal grille on the top for the Atmos drivers. To ensure the soundbar stays put in one position, there are rubber pads on the bottom of it. These sleek and slim soundbars are great for 55-65” TVs. In order to save space or have a cleaner look, you can also mount them on walls. Build quality of these bars are sturdy and durable.

Performance:

Comparing Bose soundbar 300 vs 600, the 600 model is a 3.0.2 soundbar whereas the Bose 300 is a 3.0 channel soundbar. Bose 300 has 4 full-range drivers along with a center tweeter. The tweeter adds good clarity while being slightly bright. Similar to the 600 model, it uses QuietPort technology to deliver cleaner and purer bass. The 300 Bose soundbar is suitable for rock, EDM and pop music genre. It has broader soundstage that is wider than the bar.

Bose soundbar 300 can deliver powerful movie effects. It can produce room-filling audio and overall, the performance is quite immersive. It has a good sense of ambience needed for movies. Whether you watch music or movies, the clarity and depth of Bose Smart soundbar 300 is enjoyable. As a standalone soundbar, the 300 bar is quire a good choice.

Bose 600 has 5 drivers for front, center and height channels. It has side-firing drivers that deliver a wider soundfield. Comparing Bose soundbar 300 vs 600, the 600 model has up-firing drivers that deliver powerful Atmos effects. It uses PhaseGuide Technology to create a multi-direction sound that make you feel the sound is all around you. With non-Atmos content, the TrueSpace adds height effects.

The bar can play music with a pleasant tone, good presense and decent dynamics. Bose soundbar 300 vs 600 comparison shows, the 600 model soundbar has better surrounds. It’s Atmos performance is quite impressive that produces an illusion of heights. It also has better separation. Low ends packs a punch which is adequate for a soundbar.

With a higher SPL, these soundbars can get quite loud. They are suitable to fill large rooms. With independent center channel, they have crystal-clear dialogues. So, using these bars for movies or TV shows will be a great choice. They have dialog enhancement modes; you can use the bass and treble levels to tweak the sound.

Features:

Bose 600 soundbar uses Bose Voice4Video Technology with which controlling soundbar, TV, satellite box is much easier. This is done by Alexa; it also supports calling and messaging which is not supported by the Bose 300.

Both these speakers can be a part of multiroom audio system where you can create up to 4 zones. Streaming through Wi-Fi and Bluetooth is only supported. These speakers are versatile and can stream contents from various sources including internet radio and music streaming services. They support Airplay 2 and Chromecast. With Airplay 2, streaming and playing contents to and from the iOS devices is easier.

Connectivity:

Bose 300 has an HDMI eARC, optical port and Bass port for subwoofer. The Bose 600 has similar connection ports that include HDMI ARC, optical and Bass port.

Compatible speaker:

You can add subwoofer and surround speakers with both Bose 300 and 600 to expand the theater system. They will work with Base Module 500 or 700 and Bose Surround Speakers or the Bose 700 Surround Speakers. The speakers should be within 30’ in order to work.

They both supports Bose SimpleSync feature where you can connect the soundbars to another device from Bose Home Speaker.

Control options:

They have an Action and mic button and that’s it. For controlling the bar, they come with remote control and mobile app. The remote has volume up/down, play/pause, Bluetooth, Bose app and TV buttons. With HDMI CEC support, controlling other devices with the soundbar remote is very easy.

Download the Bose Music app that you can use in both Android and iOS devices. With the app you can play contents from streaming apps, setup multiroom audio, adjust bass/treble. While both the bars work with Google Assistant and Alexa, you need to choose one between them. Along with controlling playback, you can use the voice assistant to give commands to smart home appliances, set alarms, etc.

Cost:

Comparing Bose soundbar 300 vs 600, the 300 model is less costly. While the Bose 300 is available under $350, the 600 model is under $500.

FAQ:

How to improve the sound of Bose Smart Soundbar 300?

Bose soundbar 300 comes with bass and treble settings. You can tweak these levels to achieve a sound profile as per your preference. Adding a subwoofer will also improve the sound quality.

Which is better than the Bose 600 soundbar?

With a 5.1.2 channel configuration, the Bose Soundbar 900 is a better alternative to the Bose 600 model. It has more powerful and impactful overhead effects. It has impressive surrounds and can produce more enveloping sound.