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JBL Cinema SB550 vs Apple HomeView

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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JBL Cinema SB550

JBL Cinema SB550

  • 4,200 g.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Mains-powered product.
  • 250 W rated output.
  • Speaker configuration: 3.1-channel soundbar with wireless subwoofer.
KSh 35,500In 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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Our quick verdict

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

Weight

JBL Cinema SB550
4.2 kg
Apple HomeView
952 g

Connections

JBL Cinema SB550
Bluetooth 5.3
Apple HomeView
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Cinema SB550

  • Mains-powered product.
  • 250 W rated output.
  • Weighs 2.49 kg.

Apple HomeView

  • Lighter: 952 g (vs 2.49 kg).
  • Supports Dolby Atmos and spatial audio.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityJBL Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
Portability4,200 g952 g
Output power250 W rated outputWired power
Weight2.49 kg952 g
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
BrandJBLApple
ModelCinema SB550HomeView
TypeSoundbar with Subwoofer—
ColorBlack—
Product type—Smart display and home hub (tabletop model)

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
DimensionsSoundbar: 950 × 64 × 80 mm; subwoofer: 200 × 324 × 250 mm (W × H × D)145.5 mm width; 136.7–173.2 mm height and 96.0–130.2 mm depth depending on tilt
WeightSoundbar: 5.5 lb; subwoofer: 4.2 kg952 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
BatteryMains-powered product—

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
Network connection—Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band; Bluetooth 6.0

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
Bluetooth5.3—
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsA2DP 1.3; AVRCP 1.6—
Wired InputsOptical audio; HDMI ARC—
HDMI1 HDMI ARC connection; HDCP 1.4—
USBUSB-A; 5 V DC / 0.5 A—
Microphone / Guitar InputsNo microphone or guitar input—

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
LightshowNo party lightshow—
Party FeaturesNot a party-speaker product—
Home Cinema Features3.1-channel Dolby Audio; HDMI ARC; wireless subwoofer—
Special FeaturesBluetooth 5.3; low-profile soundbar design—

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
Speaker Configuration3.1-channel soundbar with wireless subwoofer—
DriversSoundbar: three 45 × 100 mm racetrack drivers and two 13 mm tweeters; subwoofer: 133 mm (5.25-inch) driver—
Frequency Response45 Hz–20 kHz (-10 dB)—
Total Power Output250 W maximum at 1% THD—
AmplifierSoundbar: 150 W; subwoofer: 100 W maximum at 1% THD—
Audio Channels3.1—
Audio FeaturesDolby Audio; 3.1-channel soundbar; wireless subwoofer—

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
Power Source100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz mains—
Battery LifeMains-powered product—
Power ConsumptionStandby: below 0.5 W—

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple 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 Cinema SB550Apple 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 Cinema SB550Apple 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 Cinema SB550Apple 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 Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
Power requirements—Wired power; included 30W adapter, 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz

Design & Package

Design & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple HomeView
In the box—HomeView, 1.5 m USB-C cable, 30W adapter and documentation

Display and camera

Display and camera specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB550Apple 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 Cinema SB550Apple 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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