Customer Ratings & Reviews

This is a perfect size soundbar for my 65” LG Oled. Didn’t sync very well with wireless bose speakers. Works nice as a stand alone.

I listened to the sound bars on display and then noticed the Bose sound bar off to the side & asked to hear it. Hands down the best tone of them all!

I have this set up with my LG OLED and it’s amazing. The Alexa feature is a bit confusing and there are practically no indicator lights, but I’ll figure it out.

I love love love this sound bar I need to add the other speakers to it to complete it and I will be extra happy

With the advent of smart speakers entering the soundbar space, Bose recently released two smart enabled (Alexa) based soundbars namely the Bose 500 and Bose 700 series. This review focuses on the Bose 500 soundbar which is the lower end of the two soundbars. Given that this is smaller than the 700 series soundbar, it is geared for smaller spaces as it measures 31 inches in length which is perfect for 40-inchTVs in my opinion but obviously any TV can do. And though Bose does not really release specs on speakers, I can say that this is a very much capable speaker of creating room-filling sound without sound being distorted at higher volume. (But if you still want louder then the 700 is the soundbar for you.) It has that classic Bose signature sound that it’s either you like it or hate it. But if you hate it, you wouldn’t read the reviews here.  And given that it has that classic signature sound from Bose, one may ask who would one choose it over the Bose Solo 5 which is a top selling product from Bose but sells fro half the price. It’s mainly because of both wireless connectivity and expandability which the Bose Solo 5 does not have. I like the fact that Bose made this soundbar (as well as the Bose 700 and Bose Soundtouch 300) have wireless expandability. The Bose 500 and include the 700 and 300 as well are modular in design in which a sub-woofer and surround speakers can be added. And though each soundbar has its own matching sub-woofer, they can be mix-matched depending on your preference for the sub-woofer. The rear speakers work in all three soundbars. That said, Bose has ensured that you can have a basic setup or on with more bass or a complete 5.1 system. It’s all up to the user. And that’s a good thing. I only wish Bose could have release a whole package at a discounted price though. What differentiates the Bose 500 (and 700) from the Soundtouch 300 is the addition of Alexa thereby putting Bose back in the game. From today’s trend, sound from speakers is not the only the factor in purchasing one but also other features such as wireless connectivity. This has already started to become a norm for soundbars. And as far as Alexa is concerned, it performs as expected in the Bose 500 I have though there was one instance that I have to activate Alexa again to make it function. As far as this soundbar is concerned, this performs as expected and is highly recommended. And for those wanting a fuller sound the Bose 500 sub-woofer is highly recommended and might as well include the rear surround speakers as well for a full home theater experience.

easy to set up , did not play nice with ARC channel on Sony TV needed to purchase a TOS-link cable to correct having to select video input every time TV was turned on.

If you want to relax in your bedroom, this is the speaker for you. Not to rough, just enough to make you happy in a small room.

I can’t wait to buy the subwoofer to go with this, but the sounds quality of it with just the bar on its on it’s outstanding! Feels like I’m in a theatre

I listened to a Bose setup and had to have it. The salesman knew the product and saved me some money on an open box. I'll be back.

I love my bow's surround sound it is the best one I've bought so far Do recommend this item

This sound bar has enhanced our viewing and listening experience. Very pleased . Also Best But staff were knowledgeable with product!

The sound bar worked great with my Samsung tv for about 5 days and then it didn’t anymore. Went through the protocol of unplugging everything let it rest and plugged back in and it works for a couple of days and then it doesn’t. After about 3 cycles of this just gave up and plugged in an audio line, which I had to purchase separately. At lot of money for a sound bar with connection issues. Too late to return for a refund. Or I probably would.

This thing is awesome. Took a bit to figure out it’s capabilities but I’ve synced it in with smart devices in my home, love the Alexa feature.

Love this speaker, very good bass and sound. Does not take up a lot of space like other speakers, worth the money.

The title says it all. Wanted a good quality speaker. It was within our budget and we have it hooked up all of our equipment!

AWESOME Soundbar for the price!!! Bounces sound around the room nicely...Only really for a small apartment or bedroom.

This sound bar was easy to install and has great speakers. Switching to radio, spotify, siriusXM, and back to tv with ease.

Bad A. I have bought several sound system and my Bose hands down is the best choice I have made. Also the customer service was excellent.

This Bose soundbar 500 is a great upgrade especially paired with the Bose bass module 500... Bose Heaven, worth every penny

This along with the Bose surround sound speakers are a great addition for your movie experience.