Deciding on whether to buy a product like BOSE 500 Sound Bar or perhaps SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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BOSE 500 Sound Bar vs SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver

BOSE 500 Sound Bar specs

BOSE 500 Sound Bar
 SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver specs

SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver
Type: Sound bar

Type: Sound bar with built-in subwoofer

Number of channels: 5.1

Number of channels: 3.0

SMART

Total power output: 450 W

SPEAKERS
Voice control: – Google Assistant
– Amazon Alexa

AV FUNCTIONS

Configuration: Sound bar

Power: 450 W

Audio features: ADAPTiQ audio room calibration

Frequency response: 40 – 20,000 Hz

MULTI-ROOM

PLAYER

Range name: Bose multi-room

Supported file formats: AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV, WMA

Compatible hardware components: – Bose multi-room speakers
– Bose Bass Module 500
– Bose Surround Speakers

TUNER / RADIO
APP

Radio: Internet radio

App name: Bose Music app

AV FUNCTIONS
App compatibility: – iOS
– Android

App features: Play music from your device

High-Resolution Audio supported: Yes

Streaming services available: – Spotify
– Pandora
– Deezer
– TuneIn
– Tidal
– Amazon Music

Supported audio file formats: – MP3
– WMA
– AAC
– OGG
– FLAC
– WAV
– ALAC
– AIFF

CONNECTIVITY

Preset sound modes: – Music
– Clear voice
– Sports
– Movie
– Night mode

Audio processing: – HD Audio Decoding
– Dolby 5.1ch
– Crystal Sound Pro
– DTS 2ch

Inputs: Optical x 1

MULTI-ROOM
Outputs: HDMI (ARC) x 1

WiFi: Built-in WiFi

Range name: Samsung Smart Audio (R Series)

Bluetooth: Yes

Multi-room features: Create a full multi-room Smart Sound system

USB: USB x 1

Compatible hardware components: Samsung Gear

GENERAL

APP

Power consumption: – Low power standby: 0.5 W
– Network standby: 2 W

App name: Samsung Smart Audio

Colour: Black

App compatibility: – iOS
– Android

Box contents: – Bose Soundbar 500
– Remote
– AAA batteries x 2
– HDMI cable
– Power supply
– Quick setup guide

App features: – Remote control via smartphone
– Individual room management
– Add multiple households
– Direct play from home

Dimensions: 44 x 800 x 102 mm (H x W x D)

CONNECTIVITY
Boxed dimensions: 167 x 914 x 18 mm (H x W x D)

Weight: 3.2 kg

Inputs: – HDMI x 1
– Optical x 1

Boxed weight: 5.6 kg

WiFi: Built-in WiFi

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 2 years

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0

GENERAL

Power consumption: – On mode: 25 W
– Standby: 0.5 W

Colour: Dark titan

Box contents: – Samsung Sound+ HW-MS650 3.0 All-in-One Sound Bar
– Remote control
– Battery

Price: £449

Price: £299

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 8.7 / 10

Review Score: 9.7 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy BOSE 500 Sound Bar or SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 173 products in the same category as BOSE 500 Sound Bar, which is the Home cinema systems and sound bars category. Of these 173 products the average price was £542.45, the most expensive was £9999.99 and the cheapest was just £24.99. We then looked at the price of the 173 in the same as the SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver, which of course the average was £542.45, top price was £9999.99 and cheapest £24.99.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from Bose and Samsung, the average was £344.69 for Bose, £888.52 for Samsung. The max for each was £1799.85/£9999.99 and minimum was £24.99/£9.98

Price analysis of BOSE 500 Sound Bar

Price analysis of SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver

  • BOSE 500 Sound Bar
  • Compatible with Bose Bass Modules / Surround Sound Speakers / Home Speaker
  • WiFi / Bluetooth
  • HDMI
  • Top features: – Wireless streaming and multi-room playback via Bluetooth and WiFi – Google Assistant & Amazon Alexa gives you control of your sound bar with your voice – ADAPTiQ analyses the acoustics of your room for perfect sound Wireless streaming and multi-room playback Whether you’re watching an epic movie or listening to that critically-acclaimed album, hear it with audio that envelopes you thanks to the Bose Soundbar 500. With built-in WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, you’re able to listen to music, or watch your favourite shows however you like, without the hassle of cables. Connect your smartphone to enjoy your favourite tunes from either your local files or via streaming services such as Deezer. And thanks to multi-room functionality, you can even connect the Bose Soundbar 500 with other Bose smart speakers around your home for the ultimate listening experience. Hear every kick and snare in consistent quality as you walk between rooms. Google Assistant & Amazon AlexaYou don’t always need your phone in hand when you want to hear a particular song, or check the news headlines. With Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, you can request a song from integrated streaming services like Spotify using only your voice. The Bose Soundbar 500 uses a custom designed eight microphone array, so you won’t even have to move from the sofa to get instant responses from your sound bar. Simply call out ‚ÄúHey Google, what’s the weather like?‚Äù when you’re getting ready to go out, or ‚ÄúAlexa, play my wake up playlist‚Äù to start your day the best way. ADAPTiQ The Bose Soundbar 500 uses clever technology to guarantee the sound never falls flat, wherever you decide to place it. ADAPTiQ analyses the acoustics of the room, including factors such as size and wall material, to give you the ideal sound signature for your room. Find yourself lost in the tension of thriller movies, or feel like you’re at a concert when listening to cinematic soundtracks. Build on your home cinema With the Bose 500 Sound Bar, you’re able to step up your immersive listening experience at any time. With the optional Bose Bass Module 500, you’ll be able to feel the thunderous lows throughout the room, adding another exciting dimension to movie nights. And with Bose Surround Speakers, you’ll feel as if you’re at the heart of the action wherever you sit. With a surround sound system, you’ll hear your movie soundtrack crystal clear, no matter if you’re in the prime viewing spot or in the corner of the room. Both add-ons are wireless, so you can place them anywhere in the room to build the ultimate home cinema setup. Get yourself connected Setting up your new kit doesn’t need to be complicated. Avoid disappointment and make sure your system works straight out the box by checking you’ve got the right cables for your setup. Sandstrom Gold Series cables are just the ticket – they even come with a reassuring lifetime guarantee. Happy faces all round.
  • Product codes: 17817789226
  • SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver
  • 9 speakers with dialogue enhancement
  • Supports High-Resolution Audio
  • Built-in subwoofer
  • Compatible with Samsung R Series
  • Bluetooth
  • Top features:- Enjoy immersive audio to enhance your home entertainment – Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth technology lets you connect with ease – Use your smartphone or Samsung TV remote to control the audio Enjoy immersive audioThe Samsung Sound+ HW-MS650 3.0 All-in-One Sound Bar has nine built-in speakers, creating impressive audio to enhance movies, TV and music. Three tweeters deliver crisp high notes while six mid-range drivers bring the entertainment to life.With no need for an additional subwoofer, the sound bar helps you to save space. Its distortion cancellation technology ensures crystal-clear sound, with a centre speaker that helps to make speech clear.The sound bar features High-Resolution Audio playback, allowing you to enjoy immersive sound quality.Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth technologyWith both built-in WiFi and Bluetooth technology, the HW-MS650 can easily be connected to your TV and other devices. Compatible with Samsung Smart Audio R-Series, the sound bar can be used as part of a 4.1 wireless surround system.By pairing the sound bar with a Samsung QLED TV or an Ultra HD Blu-ray player, you can enjoy spectacular sound quality which complements the impressive visuals. In addition to using the HDMI and optical ports, you can also create a wireless connection between the sound bar and your Samsung TV to remove the unnecessary clutter of extra cables.Stream songs from services such as Spotify or Deezer, or connect your compatible smart devices to share your favourite music with ease.Use your smartphone or Samsung TV remoteYou can easily control the Sound+ HW-MS650 using your Samsung TV remote or your smartphone with the Samsung Smart Audio app.For added convenience, you can also wall-mount the sound bar to create your ideal home entertainment setup.Don’t forget your cables Check out our range of HDMI and optical cables to connect your input devices and to make sure your new sound bar works perfectly, with improved transfer speeds. Look out for the Sandstrom Silver Series HDMI cables with their lifetime warranty.
  • Product codes: 8806088690551

What’s better BOSE 500 Sound Bar or SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver?

There are obviously a number of differences between BOSE 500 Sound Bar and SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £449 cost of BOSE 500 Sound Bar is closer to the expectation you had than the £299 pricep point of SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between BOSE 500 Sound Bar and SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that BOSE 500 Sound Bar scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas SAMSUNG Onebody HW-MS650 3.0 Sound Bar, Silver scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Home cinema systems and sound bars as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



BOSE 500 Sound Bar



Rating:
9.20 out of
10