Best Cyber Monday soundbar deals 2022: all the best sales still happening
Cyber Monday 2022 may be over, but the soundbar deals continue
Cyber Monday is over, but there are still soundbar deals to be found among the ongoing Cyber Monday deals in the audio space. Right now, you can find major price cuts on the best soundbars from big names including Sony, Samsung, and LG.
Samsung's HW-Q750B 5.1.2 soundbar is bundled together with two rear speakers (for free!) at Best Buy for under $480. Meanwhile, Sony's budget HT-SD35 soundbar has dropped by $80 at Best Buy. There are plenty more where those came from, too, so scroll down for other fantastic ongoing Cyber Monday soundbar deals.
Need more information on the best soundbars? Check out our guide to the best soundbars. And if you're in the market for a new screen, also make a point of visiting our Cyber Monday TV deals hub. We also recommend keeping an eye on Crutchfields promo codes currently available to help you save more.
Cyber Monday in the UK
We're covering the US Cyber Monday deals here - so if you're reading this from the UK, head over to our round up of the best UK Cyber Monday deals still available.
Today's best soundbar sales
Top retailers:
- Amazon: cheap soundbars under $100
- Best Buy: big savings on soundbars
- Crutchfield: soundbars from $124
- Target: Bose and Sony soundbar deals
- Walmart: soundbars as low as $23
Samsung HW-Q750B Dolby Atmos soundbar: was $799.99 now $479.99 at Best Buy
This is an incredible amount of Dolby Atmos sound for this price. It's basically the Samsung HW-Q700B soundbar and subwoofer, but with two rear speakers bundled in. Considering the Q700B alone costs the same as this bundle, you're getting a phenomenal package. It creates a 5.2.1-channel system, with three channels from the soundbar, two rear channels, two real upfiring channels, and the subwoofer. Samsung's SpaceFit tech does a great job of tailoring the sound to your environment, too. This is the best-value soundbar package with rears we've seen this year so far – and its size is great TV of 48-75 inches.
Sony HT-SD35 soundbar: was $229.99 now $149.99 at Best Buy
Looking for a simple soundbar that delivers a big sound upgrade for a low price? This stereo soundbar from Sony should be ideal – there's a generous 320W of power, so you get bigger and clearer sound than any TV can provide. There's Bluetooth to play music on it and an HDMI passthrough port, so you don't lose the use of that port on your TV. At 35 inches wide, it's great for TVs from 43-55 inches. It's possible to find soundbars with more features under $200 but, if you don't need rear speakers, we doubt anything will sound better than this Sony option.
Samsung HW-S800B Dolby Atmos soundbar: was $897.99 now $597.99 at Amazon
This 33% saving is one of our favorite deals of Cyber Monday so far. We were blown away by how strong the Dolby Atmos effect from this soundbar is when we reviewed it – and yet it's a quarter of the size of the Sonos Arc. Even the subwoofer is good-looking and compact. Its low profile is ideal for a TV with a short stand, or just for anyone who want the most mimimalist soundbar possible. The overall sound quality and detail is excellent for this low a price – with this reduction, nothing else delivers such great Dolby Atmos positional sound. It's suitable for TVs of 55 inches and up.
Samsung HW-Q990B 11.1.4ch soundbar: was $1,899.99 now $1,399.99 at Samsung
Samsung's gone crazy this year with deals on loads of products, including $500 off its top soundbar system. When we reviewed the 11.1.4-channel Q990B, we found that it delivered fantastic Dolby Atmos immersion from a reasonably compact system. It's certainly not the cheapest soundbar, but it's more affordable than ever.
Samsung HW-Q800B 5.1.2ch soundbar: was $999.99 now $899.99 at Samsung
Samsung has unleashed some great soundbar sales, including $100 off this midrange model. The Q800B is the successor to the Q800A system we previously reviewed. For this new version, Samsung has upped the channel count to 5.1.2 and now supports a wireless Dolby Atmos connection from the TV. This is a great deal on a feature-packed bar.
LG S95QR 9.1.5ch soundbar: was $1,799.99 now $1,296.99 at Amazon
This high-end LG soundbar system has already dropped to this price a few times in 2022, but it's nonetheless a great opportunity to save over $500 on the company's best bar. We were wowed by the S95QR when we reviewed it, praising its powerful sound and elegant design.
Polk Audio MagniFi 2 Soundbar: was $499 now $219.99 at Amazon
Polk Audio's compact Magnifi 2 soundbar system is now selling for more than 50% off at Amazon. As a speaker company, Polk knows about good sound. The Magnifi 2 includes a wireless subwoofer, an HDMI connection for a TV, and streaming via Chromecast built-in. It's a Cyber Monday deal you'll want to jump on quick.
VIZIO V-Series 2.0 soundbar: was $129.99 now $59.99 at Target
Only $60 for a soundbar? That's the case right now at Target, where the Vizio V-Series 2.0 model has been reduced by more than 50%. Vizio makes good budget soundbars and the DTS Virtual X processing that this budget model packs will make it sound bigger than it is, and certainly better than your TV's built-in speakers. A deal like this one is a no-brainer.
Cyber Monday soundbar deals: our predictions
Should you wait for a Cyber Monday soundbar deal?
Cyber Monday soundbar deals were available before November 28, with some discounted before Black Friday itself (November 25) arrived. Still, most of those deals carried over from Black Friday to its successor, which was to be expected.
According to a report from Adobe Analytics, the average TV price hit a low on Cyber Monday 2021. That cost rose at the start of December, before falling once more in mid-December. Of course, this data isn't directly about soundbars, but, soundbars usually follow the pricing of TVs very closely, because the two are (often literally) connected.
This doesn't mean that you have to wait until Cyber Monday or early December to buy a soundbar, but it does mean that you can be patient. If you can't see the soundbar you'd like now at a great price, then there's a good chance it'll be reduced on Cyber Monday or in early December.
When will the best Cyber Monday soundbar deals start in 2022?
Cyber Monday is over for another year, but there are still lots of deals available - we’re rounding them up in our best soundbar deals page.
What Cyber Monday soundbar deals do we expect to see in 2022?
Soundbar deals we expect to see this year fall mostly into two categories: deals below $500, and deals below $1,000.
In the below $500 category, brands like Vizio and Polk Audio will compete to provide the lowest price. If you're just looking for a cheap soundbar that'll improve your audio set-up, then you may be able to pick up a soundbar for as little as $60. Above this, brands like Samsung, LG and, Sony will provide affordable soundbars with subwoofers for under $500.
If you're looking for something better than basic, then you'll need to shop in the second category. Here, there'll likely be an interesting split. Great options from the likes of Sony, LG, and Samsung will become available for anywhere upwards of $500, while there will be premium systems priced above $1,000 even with Cyber Monday price cuts of several hundred dollars.
If you're searching for something in the middle of that range, then you'll be pleased to know that we expect to see some Dolby Atmos soundbars become available at around $750, with Samsung and LG being the hottest names here. Some of these may even be available for as little as $500.
This year, we also hope to see something very rare: discounts on Sonos soundbars. Don't expect big 40% discounts, but it looks like there will be some Cyber Monday Sonos deals this time.
Tips for buying a soundbar on Cyber Monday
What specs should I look for when buying a soundbar on Cyber Monday?
Whether you want to build your dream home cinema, or you're looking for a more reliable audio source to accompany your TV, choosing the best soundbar for you can be difficult.
The newest and best TVs are getting slimmer and slimmer, which means there’s less room for built-in speakers. That's where soundbars come in, as they bring great audio to your new TV.
You’ll want to keep an eye out for features like Bluetooth, which enables easy wireless connection with compatible devices like your smartphone, tablet, or PC. For audiophiles, you’ll need to pay attention to the quality of a soundbar’s subwoofers and tweeters, depending on the amount of bass or high frequency sound you’re after.
Then there’s Dolby Atmos. Considered amongst the best for soundbars on the market, Dolby Atmos creates a 3D audio space for stunningly realistic entertainment. The sound isn’t limited to channels either, so it can be positioned and moved precisely in a 3D field.
Our guide to the best soundbars on the market right now will give you a more detailed idea of what makes a soundbar worth buying, but rest assured, that typically the higher the price, the better the audio quality.
3 best soundbars to watch out for on Cyber Monday
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Reasons to avoid
This is a relatively new soundbar from Samsung, but it's already had a significant price cut to make it one of the best deals around. It gives you a soundbar, subwoofer and two rear speakers, creating a stunning dome of Dolby Atmos sound that nothing else matches for the price.
We hope to see it drop to around $999 in the US – for that price, it'll be an incredible upgrade.
Read more: Samsung HW-Q930B review
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Reasons to buy
Reasons to avoid
This hits an excellent sweet spot for features compared to price: it uses Dolby Atmos for a very tall and wide soundscape with impressive positional audio. Plus, it features an HDMI passthrough port and has Bluetooth for streaming.
It's another one that's lowered in price over time, but we'd expect another $50 off its current $400 price – it's an older model, and Sony has newer soundbars, so it's in prime position to get a Cyber Monday push.
Read more: Sony HT-G700 review
Specifications
Reasons to buy
Reasons to avoid
The Sonos Arc delivers excellently dynamic sound with reasonable bass in a single-unit, meaning no subwoofer or rear speakers (but you can add both from Sonos' range in the future, if you want). It supports Dolby Atmos and has upfiring and sidefiring speakers that deliver really immersive sound. Plus, its balance is excellent and it's the only one we've mentioned that's as good with music as it is with movies.
Traditionally, Sonos products don't get much of a discount – but right now we're seeing over $100 off it, and these reductions could go higher on Cyber Monday.
Read more: Sonos Arc review
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Al Griffin has been writing about and reviewing A/V tech since the days LaserDiscs roamed the earth, and was previously the editor of Sound & Vision magazine.
When not reviewing the latest and greatest gear or watching movies at home, he can usually be found out and about on a bike.
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