Design and build:

Comparing Sonos Playbar vs Boss 700, the Bose 700 is slightly larger in size. They are both suitable for 55- 65” TVs. The Playbar has a plastic body with cloth grille on the top and front panel. It has metal grille on both sides. Bose 700 soundbar is covered by metal grille and it has a glass panel on top. They have the option for wall mount in case you want to save some space. While both have good build quality, the Bose 700 bar has excellent build and it feels sturdier.

Performance:

Sonos Playbar and Bose Smart Soundbar 700 are 3.0 channel soundbars. Comparing Sonos Playbar vs Bose 700, the Bose 700 has 4 midrange driver and a center channel. It uses QuietPort technology to eliminate any turbulence noise resulting in cleaner bass. With PhaseGuide feature, the sound is spreaded so that it feels it is coming from all around you.

It has amazing soundstage that takes the sound to another level. It has a neutral sound signature and can easily play different types of contents. Sonos Playbar has 6 midrange drivers and 3 tweeters. It has good clarity in dialogues thanks to the dedicated center channel. It has a balanced sound profile and can get quite loud. While playing movies, the soundbar produces spacious sound and delivers impactful movie effects.

It has clear highs and detailed midrange. Low ends are adequate but not room shaking. Instrumental sounds like guitar sounds clear and precise. Overall, the soundbar can produce full-bodied sound that is room-filling. Both these bars are suitable for large rooms. Bose 700 tries to maintain clarity at all volume levels. They both come with room calibration software. Sonos calls it Trueplay which is only available in iOS devices.

Bose 700 uses AdaptiQ calibration to optimize the sound as per the room acoustics. They both come with bass and treble settings which allows the user to adjust the sound as per their preference. In order to achieve a broader soundstage, these bars use side-firing drivers. The result is captivating and impressive. While they have dialogue enhancement option, only the Playbar has Night mode settings.

Features:

Both Sonos Playbar and Bose 700 can be a part of multi-room audio system. Bose 700 works with Bose Home Speaker 300, Bose Home Speaker 500, Bose Portable Home Speaker and Bose Soundbar 300/500/700. It can create a maximum of 4 zones. Streaming contents from Wi-Fi and Bluetooth is supported. Along with this, Bose has SimpleSync feature that allows you to connect the bar to another device from Bose Home speaker family.

It will go into Network Standby mode if there is no audio source playing for more than 20 minutes. Streaming is easier with Wi-Fi from Internet Radio and online streaming services to both these bars.

Comparing Sonos Playbar vs Bose 700, the Bose 700 supports Airplay 2. With Airplay 2, streaming and playing contents from and to Apple devices is easier. While the Playbar does not support it, once grouped with other Sonos products, it will work with the Airplay 2.

Connectivity:

Comparing Sonos Playbar vs Bose 700, the Bose 700 has both HDMI ARC, optical port, bass out for subwoofer and 2 ether ports. It works with both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Sonos Playbar has an optical port, 1 Ethernet port and works only with Wi-Fi.

Compatible device:

Bose Smart Soundbar 700 can be paired with Bose Base Module 700 and Bose Surround Speakers or 700 Surround Speakers. They will be connected wirelessly and need to be within 30’ range. Similar to Bose, Sonos can be upgraded into a 5.1 theater system. The Sonos Playbar works with S2 OS and older S1 OS.

Control options:

Sonos Playbar vs Bose 700 comparison shows, the Bose 700 comes with a remote control. It is a Bluetooth LE remote and will not require line of sight to control the TV. Along with the bar, you can use it for TV, Blu-ray player and other devices. Bose 700 will also work with 3^rd party devices like your TV remote.

It has buttons on one side of the bar for basic controls like play/pause and volume up/down. The Playbar has touch sensitive controls like Action and mic button. Action button turns on voice assistants. You can use the Sonos Controller app for the Playbar. Bose 700 uses Bose Music app and works with Bose Voice4Video Technology. This allows you to talk with Alexa to give commands to the bar, TV or cable box.

With the app controlling multiroom setups is easy. With 8 microphone arrays in the bar, it allows you to talk to Alexa and Google Assistant. These voice assistants will easily pick up your voice even from noisy surroundings.

Cost:

Comparing Sonos Playbar vs Bose 700, the Sonos Playbar is costlier although the difference is not much. Bose 700 is available under $400 whereas the Playbar exceeds $500.

FAQ:

How to connect Sonos sub to the Sonos Playbar wirelessly?

Go to the Sonos app and then into Settings. Select add subwoofer and then simply follow the steps to complete connection.

How can I add Bose Base Module 700 to the Bose 700 bar?

There are two ways to connect Bose subwoofer to the soundbar. You can use the Bose app or the remote control. While using the remote control, press and hold Bluetooth and play/pause button to connect. If you use the app, go to Settings, choose Accessory Speakers. Then choose Add Bose Accessory Speakers to complete the connection.