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Ty Pendlebury
CNET
“For everyone else, at this early stage in the smart sound bar race the Polk Command Bar is my pick over the Beam for both sound quality and value.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Good sound quality
- Alexa integration
- Compact design
- Wireless subwoofer
- Reliable voice recognition
- Excellent connectivity
Points of Contention
- Limited soundstage
- Dialogue clarity issues
- App could do more
- Audio is mediocre
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics80
Christian de Looper
TechRadar
“With essentially an Echo Dot built into the top of this sound bar and housing for a Fire TV stick, the Polk Command Bar one‑stop AV solution could be the perfect accompaniment for your television.”
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Jeffrey Van Camp
Wired
The Polk Command Bar delivers good sound quality and seamless Alexa integration for its price, making it a solid entry-level choice. However, it suffers from limited soundstage, occasional dialogue clarity issues, and a subwoofer that can feel overwhelming.
