Bose TV Speaker (2nd Gen) vs Creative Stage Pro

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TV Speaker (2nd Gen) compared with Stage Pro
BoseTV Speaker (2nd Gen)CreativeStage Pro
Overview
Released2026July 2025
Sound
TypeSoundbarSoundbar
Channels–2.1
Dolby AtmosNoNo
Amplifiers–Soundbar 2 × 20 W RMS; subwoofer 40 W RMS; 80 W RMS total, 160 W peak.
Frequency response–50–20,000 Hz; signal-to-noise ratio greater than 85 dB (maker specifications).
Audio formats–Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital Plus).
DriversAngled left and right speakers, with a centre-channel tweeter dedicated to speech–
Room tuningDialogue Mode; five bass settings; audio adjustment for wall mountingSuperWide soundstage processing; selectable near-field and far-field listening modes.
Connections
Wi-FiNoNo
BluetoothYesYes
AirPlayNoNo
HDMI eARCNoNo
Voice assistantsNoneNone
BluetoothUp to two mobile devices connected at once; stores eight paired devices; 30 ft (9 m) rangeBluetooth 5.3; A2DP; stated range up to 10 m in open space.
PortsHDMI ARC with HDMI-CEC; TOSLINK optical; 3.5 mm AUX; wired BASS connection; USB SERVICE; mains power. The guide instructs connection to a TV eARC or ARC socket, while Bose specifies the soundbar connection as ARC.HDMI ARC, optical TOSLINK, USB audio and 3.5 mm AUX input; separate power adapter and wired subwoofer. HDMI eARC is not listed.
StreamingBluetooth music playback; no Wi-Fi streaming–
Multi-roomWired connection to optional Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer, Bass Module 500 or Bass Module 700 using a separately sold 3.5 mm cable–
Design
Weight2 kg–
ControlsSupplied IR remote; compatible TV remote through HDMI-CEC, or programmable third-party IR remoteSoundbar volume controls and supplied IR remote; HDMI ARC supports CEC control.
MicrophonesNo microphone–
MountingFlat surface or optional Bose Soundbar Wall Bracket; not intended for outdoor use–
Size5.7 × 59.6 × 10.55 cm (H × W × D), from Bose France; PC-ABS plastic enclosureSoundbar 550 × 112.1 × 80.7 mm; included subwoofer 115 × 265 × 420 mm, 3.4 kg (W × D × H). Soundbar weight is not stated in the UK product specification.
ColoursBlackBlack
In the boxSoundbar, remote with pre-installed battery, HDMI cable, power cable and quick start guide. Sold through Bose US in 2026; the UK page still lists preorder without a published delivery date.Soundbar, subwoofer with attached 2 m cable, IR remote without battery, 1.5 m USB-A to USB-C cable, power adapter with interchangeable AC plug (depending on SKU) and quick-start guide.

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