Bose Solo 5 review
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The Bose Solo 5 is a tiny sound bar from an audio giant - a discreet all-in-one device with built-in subwoofer. Bose products have something of a chequered history in our testing, running the gamut of Best Buys to Don't Buys, depending on the audio area. Will the Solo 5 prove itself? We took it to the lab to find out.
- Pros and cons
- What type of sound bar is it?
- How does it sound?
- What's it like to use?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?

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RetailerRetailer star rating | Price | In stock | |
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Sonic Direct Not rated | £199.00 | Go to store |
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