| Name | Sony HT-S100F | Bose TV speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $129.99 | $279 |
| Released | 2018 | 2020 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Bose, Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Expandable up to: | - | 2.1, (add wired sub) |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 2: 2× woofer 48×90mm | 3: 2× racetrack drivers, 1× woofer (center) |
| Tweeters - total | 1: 1× 1″ (center) | 0 |
| Subwoofers | 0 | 0 |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 120 W | Not specified |
| Frequency range | Not specified | Not specified |
| DTS:X support | No | No |
| Dolby Atmos support? | No | No |
| Surround sound? | No | No |
| Other 3D audio formats? | None | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | None | None |
| Sound calibration? | No | No |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Wi-Fi | ❌ | ❌ |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ❌ | ❌ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× ARC | 1× ARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ❌ | ✔ |
| USB port? | USB-A (playback) | ❌ |
| Other audio ports | ❌ | Subwoofer out(only Bose subs) |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | ❌ | None |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | No |
| Chromecast built-in? | ❌ | ❌ |
| AirPlay? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Alexa cast? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | ❌ | Wired connection possible, 1 sub: Bass Module 500 (10″) | 700 (12″) |
| Wireless surrounds? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar | Soundbar |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 90.0×6.4×9.0 | 59.4×5.6×10.2 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 35.5×2.63×3.63 | 23.38×2.21×4.02 |
| Weight (kg): | 2.4 | 2.0 |
| Weight (lbs): | 5.29 | 4.34 |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with screws (not included) in wall | Yes, with optional wall bracket |
| Color options: | Black | Black |
| Accessories in the box | Optical cable, remote | Optical cable, remote |
| More info | ||
| Model number | HTS100F | 431974 |
| User guide / manual | Operating instructions | Owner's guide |
| Official site link | Sony.com | Bose.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Bose, Amazon |
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