Samsung’s slim-profile soundbar offers plenty of sonic fireworks, especially with Dolby Atmos, but the lack of a mini-HDMI cable and awkward LED indicators are unnecessary complications.

The Samsung HW-S800B is ideal for those looking for Atmos immersion from an unobtrusive and lifestyle-friendly soundbar

There’s no denying a soundbar makes a TV sound much better than it does without it

The Samsung HW-S800B is aimed at anyone looking for Dolby Atmos from an elegant and discreet soundbar and subwoofer combo.

The Samsung HW-800B hits you with really impressive Dolby Atmos positional audio from an impossibly slight soundbar. Going small does put some limits on the sound and means you lose out on some desirably features, but as a solution for people with low TV stands, it's unbeaten.

The Samsung HW-S801B soundbar is an exciting, comfortable soundbar and subwoofer that’s stylish and elegant.

this is about as convincing a soundbar-derived Dolby Atmos sound as £749 or so can buy

Big sound from the slimmest soundbar around is a good thing — but the HW-S800 isn’t the most even-handed performer we've heard.

Super Slim & Superior Sound

Samsung offers an impressive value with the HW-S800B for all users, but it is best when paired with a Samsung TV that allows buyers to full take advantage of all of its features.