Level up your TV's audio quality with a sound bar. Find the best sound bar for your home with our reviews and buying guide. We've tested models from Sony, JBL and more.
Buy the best sound bar for your home
We've tested a range of sound bars to find which ones perform the best.
Our assessment covers:
Sound quality
Ease of use
Power consumption
and more.
See our reviews to help decide whether you want a cheap sound bar or the best-performing one.
What you need to know when buying a sound bar
Our buying guide helps you learn about how they work and which key features to look out for so you can choose one that's right for you.
People's Choice
Our People's Choice awards are granted to brands that consistently rate above average for customer satisfaction and meet out other performance criteria. Become a member and see which brands have earned a People’s Choice award.
Which sound bars are most reliable?
We ask thousands of Consumer members about their products to find out which brands are most reliable and satisfying to own. The results are available to members and Digital Pass holders.
More technology
Improve your TV's sound quality
Learn how to improve the sound quality of your TV with our guide.
How we test sound bars
We test a range of sound bars that are available in New Zealand to find the best models for you.
The test involves scoring:
Audio quality
Ease of use
Privacy and security
And more.
Read our full guide to testing below for more information.
