The Sonos Arc Ultra impresses with its elegant, oval design and technical performance when tested. Even without a separate subwoofer, the soundbar offers a clear sound with good bass that is convincing for music and films. It could be a little more powerful, but the great highs and mids score points...

The Sonos Arc Ultra does a few things differently to its predecessor - and with resounding success. Whether solo or in combination, the sound is more powerful and much more harmonious. There are also detailed improvements such as fast calibration or the addition of Bluetooth for fast streaming of your own music...

The richness of sound that the Sonos Arc Ultra conjures up from its slim housing is astonishing. It sounds very balanced and natural with excellent voice reproduction. It is also very versatile and ideally suited for music playback. It's not just the sound that scores points, the numerous streaming options are also great.