JBL Bar 500

Bar 500

Released Feb 1, 2024 · Analysis updated Mar 12, 2026

JBL Bar 500 soundbar delivers immersive Dolby Atmos sound with clear vocals and deep bass from a 10-inch subwoofer, featuring easy Bluetooth setup and a compact design that fits below modern TVs. The JBL Bar 500 scores 87/100 based on 3 expert reviews in the soundbars category. Coverage includes reviews from WIRED, Lbtechreviews, and Stereowiseplus.

Critic Score

87

based on 3 expert reviews

WIREDLbtechreviewsStereowiseplus

Low confidence · only 3 reviews

Strong consensus: our scores for all 3 reviews fall within 5 points of each other.

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Pros

Immersive dolby atmos sound(2)

Cons

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3 Publication Reviews

90

Major publication12/2025

Major publicationDec 24, 2025

AI summary of this review

This compact 2.1 soundbar system offers realistic Dolby Atmos surround sound.

Score estimated from the review text

85

Independent publication12/2025

Independent publicationDec 3, 2025

AI summary of this review

The JBL Bar 500MK2 delivers impressive sound on film with convincing surround effects and powerful audio.

Score estimated from the review text

85

Independent publication02/2024

Independent publicationFeb 20, 2024

AI summary of this review

The JBL Bar 500 delivers excellent sound quality with clear vocals, deep bass, and good surround sound, making it a highly recommended soundbar.

Score estimated from the review text

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