Marshall Heston 120 vs Sonos Arc Ultra
Critics score the Marshall Heston 120 79 and the Sonos Arc Ultra 88 out of 100, from 5 and 21 professional reviews. 5 outlets reviewed both: 2 scored the Marshall Heston 120 higher and 3 scored the Sonos Arc Ultra higher. On average those critics put the Sonos Arc Ultra 10 points ahead.
Image: MarshallMarshall Heston 120
Praised for: sound quality (4 of 5), design (3 of 5)
Criticised for: call quality (3 of 5), price (2 of 5)
The catch: Sound lacks punch and detail, and it is pricey next to the Sonos Arc Ultra.
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Image: SonosSonos Arc Ultra
Praised for: sound quality (19 of 21), ease of use (5 of 21), connectivity (3 of 21)
Criticised for: price (14 of 21), controls and app (6 of 21)
The catch: Expensive, and no HDMI passthrough.
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Critics who reviewed both
The fairest comparison: the same reviewer, the same standards| Outlet | Marshall Heston 120 | Sonos Arc Ultra | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| What Hi-Fi? | 60 | 89est. | -29 |
| WIRED | 70 | 90 | -20 |
| Expert Reviews | 80 | 95 | -15 |
| Trusted Reviews | 90 | 89est. | +1 |
| TechRadar | 95 | 80 | +15 |
Scores converted to 0–100. Difference is the Marshall Heston 120 minus the Sonos Arc Ultra. Outlined tiles are estimated from the verdict. Each score links to the review.
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Common questions
Which is better, the Marshall Heston 120 or the Sonos Arc Ultra?
Critics rate the Sonos Arc Ultra higher: 88 against 79. 5 outlets reviewed both: 2 scored the Marshall Heston 120 higher and 3 scored the Sonos Arc Ultra higher. On average those critics put the Sonos Arc Ultra 10 points ahead.
Do critics agree about the Marshall Heston 120 and the Sonos Arc Ultra?
The Marshall Heston 120: critics split, scores from 60 to 95. The Sonos Arc Ultra: broad agreement, scores from 80 to 95.