Question 1

Which is better, JBL Bar 1000 or Bose Smart Soundbar 900?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the JBL Bar 1000 scores higher overall at 9.2/10. The JBL Bar 1000 scored 9.2/10 and the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 scored 9.1/10 in our Best Soundbar for Dialogue Enhancement 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the JBL Bar 1000 worth it over the Bose Smart Soundbar 900?

Accepted Answer

The JBL Bar 1000 scores 9.2/10 while the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 scores 9.1/10. The JBL Bar 1000 is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Soundbar for Dialogue Enhancement 2026 category.

JBL Bar 1000 vs Bose Smart Soundbar 900: Which to Buy?