Sony HT-Z9F vs Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) and the Sony HT-Z9F are two very different soundbars. The Sonos is a smart 5.0 setup and is more compact and better built. It has better soundstage, surround, and Atmos performances. There are also more sound enhancement features available, including room correction. However, the Sony is a 3.1 setup with a dedicated subwoofer included. It can get louder, and it offers more wireless playback options. There's also a Full HDMI In port for high-quality passthrough, which the Sonos lacks.