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

Ravvy scores Era 100 Black at 90.36 and TV Speaker Soundbar for TV at 85.66, 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, Era 100 Black or TV Speaker Soundbar for TV?

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

Head to head · Speakers & Audio

Era 100 Black vs TV Speaker Soundbar for TV

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

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.

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.

How they score

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

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

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

Specs side by side

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