The sound on this sound bar is amazing! I dont know how the more expensive ones compare but I cant imagine them being any better than this! (Just a heads up, my TV doesnt have a HDMI(ARC) output so I had to purchase an Optical cable to connect it as its not included. They are only $8 but want to let people know so they dont get home all excited to set it up and have to go out again to get the right cable.)