TCL Q85H 7.1.4 Sound Bar vs ULTIMEA Skywave X60 Soundbar

The TCL Q85H is the stronger pick for most people: it adds DTS:X, AirPlay 2, Wi-Fi, HDMI eARC and a 6.5-inch wireless subwoofer to the same 7.1.4 layout, and owners rate it 4.4 out of 5. The ULTIMEA Skywave X60 matches the channel count and Dolby Atmos at 840 W and adds app control, but it lists no DTS:X, no Wi-Fi and no eARC, and it has far less owner feedback to judge it by. Pick the TCL if you want a proven, format-complete setup; pick the ULTIMEA only if app control matters more than format support.

• Choose the TCL Q85H if you want DTS:X, AirPlay 2, Wi-Fi and HDMI eARC in a 7.1.4 bar with a 6.5-inch wireless sub and a track record of owner reviews.
• Choose the ULTIMEA Skywave X60 if you want a 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos bar with app control and can live without DTS:X, Wi-Fi or eARC.