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JBL Cinema SB270 vs Sonos Roam

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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JBL Cinema SB270

JBL Cinema SB270

  • Bluetooth 4.2 connection.
  • Mains-powered product.
  • 220 W rated output.
  • Weighs 1.65 kg.
  • Speaker configuration: 2.1-channel soundbar with wireless subwoofer.
KSh 34,500In Stock
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Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger

Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger

  • 430 g.
  • 18 Wh of stored energy.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • Up to 10 hours per charge.
  • IP67 rating.
KSh 31,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger is the better buy: it is lighter (430 g).

Connections

JBL Cinema SB270
Bluetooth 4.2 connection
Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Bluetooth 5.0 connection

Portability

JBL Cinema SB270
1.65 kg
Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
430 g

Battery life

JBL Cinema SB270
Mains-powered product
Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Up to 10 hours per charge

Audio

JBL Cinema SB270
Dolby Digital
Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Automatic Trueplay

Controls

JBL Cinema SB270
Soundbar power, source and volume buttons
Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Volume, play/pause, microphone and power/Bluetooth buttons

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Cinema SB270

  • Power source: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz mains.

Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger

  • Lighter: 430 g (vs 1.65 kg).
  • Lower price: KSh 31,500 (vs KSh 34,500).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.0 (vs 4.2).
  • Power source: Rechargeable battery.

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PriorityJBL Cinema SB270Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Portability1.65 kg430 g
Output power220 W rated outputRechargeable battery
ConnectionsBluetooth 4.2Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0
Battery lifeMains-powered productUp to 10 hours per charge
AudioDolby DigitalAutomatic Trueplay
Battery capacityMains-powered product18 Wh battery

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB270Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
BrandJBLSonos
ModelCinema SB270Roam with Wireless Charger
Announced20212021
TypeSoundbar with SubwooferPortable Bluetooth Speaker
ColorBlackShadow Black or Lunar White

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB270Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
DimensionsSoundbar: 900 × 62 × 67 mm; subwoofer: 200 × 320 × 280 mm168 x 62 x 60 mm (H x W x D)
WeightSoundbar: 1.65 kg; subwoofer: 5 kg0.43 kg

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB270Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
BatteryMains-powered product18 Wh rechargeable battery

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB270Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Bluetooth4.25.0
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsA2DP 1.3; AVRCP 1.5—
Wired InputsOptical; USB Type-A; HDMI ARC—
HDMI1 HDMI ARC output; HDCP 1.4—
USBType-AUSB-C charging
Microphone / Guitar InputsNo microphone or guitar input—
Wi-Fi—802.11 b/g/n/ac, 2.4 and 5 GHz
Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing—Stereo pairing of two Roam speakers over Wi-Fi
App Support—Sonos app

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB270Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
LightshowNo party lightshow—
Party FeaturesNot a party-speaker product—
Home Cinema FeaturesDolby Digital; 2.1 channels; HDMI ARC—
Special FeaturesWireless subwoofer; dedicated Voice mode; Bluetooth music streamingAutomatic Trueplay, Apple AirPlay 2, Sound Swap
Voice Assistant—Sonos Voice Control and supported voice services

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB270Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Speaker Configuration2.1-channel soundbar with wireless subwooferOne tweeter and one mid-woofer
DriversSoundbar: two 48 × 90 mm racetrack drivers and two 0.5-inch tweeters; subwoofer: 5.25-inch driverOne tweeter and one mid-woofer
Frequency Response40 Hz–20 kHz—
Total Power Output220 W maximum @ THD 1% (soundbar 2 × 52 W; subwoofer 116 W)—
Maximum SPL82 dB—
AmplifierSoundbar 2 × 52 W + subwoofer 116 W; max @ THD 1%Two Class-H digital amplifiers
Audio Channels2.1—
Sound Modes / EQMovie, Music and News presets; dedicated voice modeSonos app adjustment of bass, treble and loudness
Audio FeaturesDolby Digital; wireless subwoofer; JBL Surround SoundAutomatic Trueplay, Sound Swap and Apple AirPlay 2

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB270Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Power Source100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz mainsRechargeable battery
Battery LifeMains-powered productUp to 10 hours
Power ConsumptionStandby: 0.5 W—
Charging Time—Approximately 2 hours by USB-C; approximately 4 hours with Sonos wireless charger
Charging Port—USB-C; Qi wireless charging; 5 V / 1.5 A minimum USB supply

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB270Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
ControlsSoundbar power, source and volume buttons; remote control; HDMI-CEC TV controlVolume, play/pause, microphone and power/Bluetooth buttons
Placement / MountingTabletop or wall mount; wall-mount bracket kit includedHorizontal or vertical placement
Water & Dust Resistance—IP67
Materials—Silicone end caps

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Cinema SB270Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Speaker / SoundbarJBL Cinema SB270 soundbarSonos Roam
Subwoofer1 × wireless subwoofer—
Remote ControlRemote control with batteries—
Power CableAC power cordsUSB-C charging cable
Audio / HDMI Cable1 × HDMI cable—
Mounting AccessoriesWall-mount bracket kit with screws—
Other AccessoriesNot applicableWireless charger
DocumentationQuick start guide; warranty card; safety sheetQuick-start guide

Similarities

  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

The Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger is the better buy for almost everyone, with a lighter build.

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