Testseek.com have collected 33 expert reviews of the JBL Link Bar soundbar and the average rating is 67%. Scroll down and see all reviews for JBL Link Bar soundbar.
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33 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Very easy to set up, Convenient hands-free Android TV control, Crisp high-frequency sound and clear bass (a wireless subwoofer is available as an option)
No support for optional surround speakers (wired or otherwise), Some Android TV apps have frame-rate limitations and choppiness issues, HDMI passthrough adds too much lag to use with game consoles, At this time, this implementation of Android TV doesn't s
This combination of a soundbar, a smart speaker, and a streaming box delivers few benefits, but plenty of compromises...
Integrated Google Assistant, Chromecast, and Android TV, HDMI ARC output, Three 4K HDMI inputs, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi streaming, Wall-mount brackets included, Remote with integrated mic
Lag with Chromecast, Finicky Google Assistant integration, Unable to add Link Bar to a preexisting Google Home speaker group
Published: 2019-08-21, Author: Tim , review by: pcmag.com
Crisp, bright audio, Android TV and Google Assistant, Streams via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, Includes multiple HDMI inputs and optical input,
Sounds thin without optional subwoofer, Some Android TV/Google Assistant bugs, TV screen is required for many functions
The JBL Link Bar integrates Android TV and Google Assistant in a soundbar that delivers quality audio, but it sounds tame without the optional subwoofer...
Published: 2019-08-20, Author: Stephen , review by: androidpolice.com
Android TV, a soundbar, an Assistant speaker, and a Bluetooth speaker, all in one package? Sign me up, Handsome, modern styling looks right at home in practically any living room, Easy plug-and-play setup, and even the wall-mount kit looks simple to use
4GB is barely enough for apps, and there are no expansion options here. Just a real boneheaded move, Occasional connectivity issues, no playback controls, button branding, While you get a lot here, $400 is still a steep price tag, and will make shoppers t
Maybe. The JBL Link Bar succeeds at what it sets out to do; in one fell swoop it smartens up even the most basic TV, upgrades your sound, and just generally expands your entertainment options. I wish the remote were a little more capable, I'm still upset...
Integrated Google Assistant, Chromecast, and Android TV, HDMI ARC output, Three 4K HDMI inputs, Bluetooth and WiFi streaming, Wallmount brackets included, Remote with integrated mic
Egregious lag with Chromecast, Finicky Google Assistant integration, Unable to add Link Bar to a preexisting Google Home speaker group
The JBL Link Bar is a great all-in-one solution for consumers looking to consolidate their electronics. With this, you no longer need a separate Chromecast device or dedicated smart TV. It's a true plug-and-play device with some notable quirks...
Published: 2019-11-05, Author: Scott , review by: ausdroid.net
The JBL Link Bar is a few devices rolled into one – a smart speaker, a soundbar, and an Android TV box. It performs decently, but it's a jack of all trades and master of none. It's a bit pricey too – starting at an RRP of $600 for the soundbar alone, and...
Abstract: One of the best—and worst—things about the Android TV platform is that it allows for weird, ambitious products like the JBL Link Bar.While it looks like a typical soundbar, the $400 JBL Link Bar doubles as an Android TV player for streaming video from app...
Published: 2020-03-05, Author: Lama , review by: futurefive.co.nz
More companies need to jump on this three on one train and create more products like this. With us heading towards a place where all homes are slowly becoming smart, products like JBL link bar are money, space and energy savers. ...
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Published: 2019-12-09, Author: M , review by: geekzone.co.nz
Abstract: How do you make your average TV smarter in one single step? The JBL Link Bar is here to make it even simpler.The JBL Link Bar is a smart soundbar that can instantly upgrade your TV viewing experience without having to invest on a brand new TV. The smart s...
Published: 2019-11-05, Author: Vincent , review by: straitstimes.com
Abstract: The JBL Link Bar seemed like the answer to my cluttered TV console when I first saw it last year at Google's developer conference. It combines a soundbar, an Android TV box and a Google Assistant smart speaker in one device.But after months of delay, I...
