Sony BRAVIA Theater System 6 vs Jamo S 809 5.1 Home Theater System

The Sony BRAVIA Theater System 6 is the easier buy for most people: a soundbar-led 5.1 kit with a wireless sub, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, and simple app setup. The Jamo S 809 system is a true component speaker package with floorstanding towers, a 10-inch sub and far more cabinet and headroom, but it needs an AV receiver you supply and proper room placement. Reviewers of the Sony praise clear, immersive sound and easy setup, while some flag wired rears, a laggy app and no on-bar display. The Jamo is the step up for a dedicated room and a receiver owner.

• Choose the Sony BRAVIA Theater System 6 if you want Atmos and DTS:X surround with a wireless sub, app setup and a compact bar-and-rears layout in a normal living room.
• Choose the Jamo S 809 system if you already own or plan to buy an AV receiver and want floorstanding towers, a 10-inch sub and room-filling output from real cabinets.