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JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W vs Apple HomeView

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JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W

JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W

  • Bluetooth 4.2 connection.
  • Mains-powered product.
  • 300 W rated output.
  • Weighs 2.14 kg.
  • Speaker configuration: 2.1 channel.
KSh 44,000In Stock
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Apple HomeView

Apple HomeView

  • 952 g.
  • Device capacity: up to six recognized users.
  • Wired power.
  • Video and audio calls: faceTime over Wi-Fi.
  • Sensors: ambient light, temperature and humidity, accelerometer.
KSh 41,300Out of Stock

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Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5KSh 49,000
Sony HT-S500RF | 1000WKSh 50,000
Sony HT-S40R | 600WKSh 42,000
JBL Authentics 300KSh 45,000
JBL Cinema SB550KSh 35,500
Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferKSh 46,500
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9KSh 28,000
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Our quick verdict

The Apple HomeView is the better buy: it is lighter (952 g).

Portability

JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 / 300W
2.14 kg
Apple HomeView
952 g

Connections

JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 / 300W
Bluetooth 4.2
Apple HomeView
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 / 300W

  • Mains-powered product.
  • 300 W rated output.
  • Weighs 2.14 kg.

Apple HomeView

  • Lighter: 952 g (vs 2.14 kg).
  • Supports Dolby Atmos and spatial audio.

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PriorityJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 / 300WApple HomeView
Portability2.14 kg952 g
Output power300 W rated outputWired power
ConnectionsBluetooth 4.2Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
BrandJBLApple
ModelBar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2HomeView
TypeSoundbar with Subwoofer—
ColorBlack—
Product type—Smart display and home hub (tabletop model)

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
DimensionsSoundbar: 965 × 56 × 85 mm; subwoofer: 240 × 240 × 379 mm145.5 mm width; 136.7–173.2 mm height and 96.0–130.2 mm depth depending on tilt
WeightSoundbar: 2.14 kg; subwoofer: 5.61 kg952 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
BatteryMains-powered product—

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
Network connection—Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band; Bluetooth 6.0

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
BluetoothBluetooth 4.2—
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsA2DP v1.3; AVRCP v1.5—
Wired InputsOptical audio; HDMI input—
HDMI1 HDMI video input; 1 HDMI ARC output; HDMI 1.4—
USBUSB-A; 5 V DC / 0.5 A—
Microphone / Guitar InputsNo microphone or guitar input—

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
LightshowNo party lightshow—
Party FeaturesNot a party-speaker product—
Home Cinema Features2.1-channel JBL Surround Sound; Dolby Digital; HDMI ARC—
Special FeaturesWireless 6.5 in subwoofer; Bluetooth music streaming—

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
Speaker Configuration2.1 channel—
DriversSoundbar: 4 × racetrack drivers + 2 × 1 in tweeters; subwoofer: 6.5 in—
Frequency Response40 Hz – 20 kHz—
Total Power Output300 W maximum @ THD 1% (soundbar 2 × 50 W; subwoofer 200 W)—
AmplifierSoundbar 2 × 50 W + subwoofer 200 W; max @ THD 1%—
Audio Channels2.1—
Audio FeaturesJBL Surround Sound; Dolby Digital; wireless 6.5 in subwoofer—

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
Power Source100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz mains—
Battery LifeMains-powered product—
Power ConsumptionSoundbar and subwoofer standby: below 0.5 W—

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
ControlsRemote control—
Placement / MountingTabletop or wall mount; wall-mount bracket kit included—

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
Speaker / Soundbar1 × soundbar—
Subwoofer1 × wireless subwoofer—
Remote ControlRemote control with batteries—
Power CableAC power cords—
Audio / HDMI Cable1 × HDMI cable—
Mounting AccessoriesWall-mount bracket kit with screws—
Other AccessoriesNot applicable—
DocumentationQuick start guide; warranty card; safety sheet—

Compatibility & Security

Compatibility & Security specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
Compatible cameras and sensors—Apple Home and Matter accessories; compatible cameras and sensors
Device capacity—Up to six recognized users; up to nine simultaneous camera feeds
Supported protocols—Thread, Matter and Apple Home
Automation—Scenes, schedules and voice-controlled routines
Detection features—Face recognition; smoke and carbon monoxide alarm Sound Recognition
Alarm and notifications—Alerts on compatible iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch

Storage & Network

Storage & Network specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
Ports—USB-C power connector
App compatibility—Home, FaceTime, Messages, Music, Calendar, Reminders, Find My, Safari and more
Subscription requirements—Some media and HomeKit Secure Video features require subscriptions; compatible accessories sold separately
Privacy and security—A18 Secure Exclaves; personal content separated by user; Private Cloud Compute

Power

Power specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
Power requirements—Wired power; included 30W adapter, 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz

Design & Package

Design & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
In the box—HomeView, 1.5 m USB-C cable, 30W adapter and documentation

Display and camera

Display and camera specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
Display—7-inch IPS Liquid Retina; 1088 × 1088 pixels, 220 ppiSection: Display and camera
Brightness—0.3–500 nitsSection: Display and camera
Display Features—True Tone; oleophobic coating; proximity-responsive interfaceSection: Display and camera
Camera—12MP, f/2.4; Center StageSection: Display and camera
Video And Audio Calls—FaceTime over Wi-FiSection: Display and camera

Audio and intelligence

Audio and intelligence specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300WApple HomeView
Chip—Apple A18Section: Audio and intelligence
Speakers—Two full-range drivers, down-firing woofer and two force-cancelling passive radiatorsSection: Audio and intelligence
Audio—Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos; computational audio; AirPlay multiroomSection: Audio and intelligence
Microphones—Four beamforming microphonesSection: Audio and intelligence
Assistant—Siri AI with Apple IntelligenceSection: Audio and intelligence
Sensors—Ambient light, temperature and humidity, accelerometerSection: Audio and intelligence
Colours—Silver, Starlight, Rose Pink and Space GraySection: Audio and intelligence
Setup Requirements—iPhone with iOS 27.2 or later or iPad with iPadOS 27.2 or later; Wi-Fi internetSection: Audio and intelligence

In summary

The Apple HomeView is the better buy for almost everyone, with a lighter build.

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In-stock alternatives

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