Arc Ultra

Reviewers say the Arc Ultra delivers noticeably deeper, richer bass and a wider soundstage with clearer center-channel sound than the original. It has a more balanced tonal response overall. However, reviewers disagree on whether the upgrade is worth it if you already own the original Arc.

It's a strong choice if you want a single soundbar that delivers immersive audio with deep bass without needing a full surround setup. The tradeoff is a single HDMI input that ties up your TV's eARC port, and control buttons that are awkwardly placed when wall-mounted.

Reviewers are split on this. One says a subwoofer is still necessary for deep bass, while another argues the built-in bass may be enough for smaller rooms. The Arc Ultra does deliver significantly deeper bass than the original without an additional subwoofer.

Not if you want strong bass and wide Atmos-like immersion from a single soundbar. It's overkill only if you don't plan to expand your system or if you need multiple HDMI inputs directly on the soundbar.

It has only one HDMI input with no pass-through, which ties up your TV's eARC port. The microphone mute switch and Bluetooth pairing button are awkwardly positioned, especially when wall-mounted. It also cannot fully replicate discrete rear-channel placement without added speakers.

Yes. The Arc Ultra retains compatibility with existing wall mounts and can expand with surround speakers and subwoofer options. Setup is straightforward, and automatic room calibration is available through the app.