TV Speaker Soundbar for TV vs Era 100 Black: which is better?

Ravvy scores TV Speaker Soundbar for TV at 85.66 and Era 100 Black at 90.36, so Era 100 Black is the stronger overall pick. The Era 100 is the best sounding small speaker Sonos has ever made, though you must pay extra for the adapter to unlock its full connectivity potential.

Which is cheaper, TV Speaker Soundbar for TV or Era 100 Black?

TV Speaker Soundbar for TV lists at $199 and Era 100 Black lists at $219. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

Head to head · Speakers & Audio

TV Speaker Soundbar for TV vs Era 100 Black

Ravvy scores TV Speaker Soundbar for TV at 85.66 and Era 100 Black at 90.36. Era 100 Black takes the overall pick, best for homeowners building a multi-room ecosystem and vinyl enthusiasts.

Bose

TV Speaker Soundbar for TV

85.7

$199

Buy this if you prioritize vocal clarity and a small footprint over cinematic bass and surround sound effects.

Ravvy pick

Sonos

Era 100 Black

90.4

$219

The Era 100 is the best sounding small speaker Sonos has ever made, though you must pay extra for the adapter to unlock its full connectivity potential.

How they score

Factor	TV Speaker Soundbar for TV	Era 100 Black
Audio Depth	65	–
Portability	90.5	–
Setup Speed	98	–
Connectivity	78	85
Vocal Clarity	94	–
Design	–	94
Setup Ease	–	96
Sound Quality	–	92.5
Smart Features	–	88

TV Speaker Soundbar for TV

What owners praise

Superior vocal clarity and dedicated dialogue mode
Extremely compact low profile design
Simple one cable setup process
Bluetooth connectivity for wireless music streaming
HDMI ARC support for single remote control use

What to know first

Lacks deep low end bass response
No integrated WiFi or smart assistant features
Limited EQ adjustments beyond bass boost

Skip it if home theater enthusiasts seeking immersive dolby atmos or heavy bass

Era 100 Black

What owners praise

Improved stereo separation from dual-tweeter design
Deep bass response for a compact form factor
Versatile connectivity with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Line-in
Rapid Trueplay tuning works on both iOS and Android
Elegant touch controls with dedicated volume slider

What to know first

Requires optional adapter for 3.5mm line-in
No native Google Assistant support
Not moisture-rated for bathroom environments

Skip it if outdoor use or budget-conscious buyers seeking built-in google assistant

Specs side by side

Spec	TV Speaker Soundbar for TV	Era 100 Black
UPC	017817808675	840136805830
ASIN	B088KRPCQJ	B0BW34LCB8
GTIN	017817808675	840136805830
Brand	Bose	Sonos
Color	Black	Black
Model Name	TVSOUNDSOUNDAR	Sonos Era 100 - Black
Unit Count	1 Count	1 Count
Item Weight	8.2 pounds	2020 g
Manufacturer	Bose	Sonos
Model Number	838309-1100	E10G1US1BLK
Power Source	Corded Electric	Corded Electric
Speaker Size	3.5 millimeters	18 centimeters