ZDNET's key takeaways The Fire TV Soundbar Plus is perfect for those who want an affordable plug-and-play solution, available now for $250 standalone or $480 for the bundle.
Bass is impressive (especially with the subwoofer), and the dialogue enhancement feature is helpful for clarity.
It lacks built-in Wi-Fi streaming, smart features, or Alexa integration, connects with Bluetooth, and doesn't have a companion app. View now at Amazon View now at Amazon more buying choices
Thanks to a new Prime Early Deal, the Amazon Fire TV Soundbar bundle is on sale for $390, a $100
Amazon showcased its Fire TV Soundbar Plus at CES 2025, and it was one of the highlights for me and others interested in home entertainment. I recently got a chance to go hands-on with the product, installing it in the living room of our testing lab to check its performance, and I can immediately see why it made such an impression at CES.
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Amazon advertises its Fire Soundbar Plus at three price points: $249 for the 3.1-channel version, $299 for the addition of an external subwoofer, and $489 for a 5.1-channel system with the subwoofer plus two surround sound speakers (the model I tested).
The Soundbar Plus' predecessor -- the 2023 Fire TV Soundbar (sans "Plus") -- lies at the bottom of the cost ladder as a 2.0 channel speaker for $119.
Besides including the extra hardware, the Fire TV Soundbar Plus's design differs notably from the low-end 2023 model. The base model is shaped like an elongated, 24-inch pill with soft, curving edges. The Plus model maintains its rounded edges but is twice as deep as it is tall (5.2" x 2.5") and significantly longer at 37 inches. The cube-shaped surround speakers and subwoofer also feature rounded edges for a conservative, streamlined form factor.
I should mention that the shipment box also included a wall mount kit with brackets for the two satellite speakers. The soundbar's remote is a compact four inches long, and, as with all Amazon electronics, it comes equipped with batteries.
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