Polk Audio MagniFi Mini

70 reviews

Nov, 2024

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size (31)
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price (10)
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mids quality (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 70 reviews of Polk Audio MagniFi Mini. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the bass quality and sound are on the whole positive. The usability and price also get good feedback. Reviews are divided on the soundstage. The mids quality and treble quality get negative opinions.

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Expert review by : Ryan Waniata (digitaltrends.com)

Polk Audio MagniFi Mini review

Powerful punch in a small package ; Expansive soundstage for the size ; Brilliant blend between bar and sub ; Warm and detailed midrange ; Intuitive and concise design

Treble occasionally sounds strident and distorted ; Only one HDMI input ; 5.1 surround is more like 3.1

Offering massive sound in a tiny package, Polk Audio’s Magnifi Mini is one of the most affordable and intuitive sound solutions in the soundbar genre, and one well worth considering for those looking to improve their TV’s sound without even nudging the...

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Expert review by : Will Greenwald (pcmag.com)

Polk Audio MagniFi Mini AX Review

Powerful sound for the size ; Strong bass from the subwoofer ; Plenty of wireless streaming options

Spatial audio falls flat

The Polk Audio MagniFi Mini AX offers powerful home theater audio with just a small soundbar and a subwoofer, though it can't fully produce accurate spatial audio imaging.

Mar, 2023

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.com)

Best soundbar under $300 in 2021

The problem with most soundbars is that they're ginormous -- if you have a small TV or accompanying stand they may dangle off of it. The MagniFi Mini's main speaker is barely a foot across and yet it's able to offer an ultra-wide sound with clever use...

Oct, 2021

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.com)

Polk MagniFi Mini sound bar sounds mighty

Who says sound bars have to be big to sound big? This pipsqueak Polk doles out better sound than we expected for its small size and affordable price.

The affordable Polk MagniFi Mini is capable of a much bigger sound than its minuscule size suggests. The package is compact and will fit easily into most living room setups. The ability to Cast directly from your phone simplifies music streaming.

The Wi-Fi connection on my test unit was unreliable, and the ARC-only HDMI input limits connectivity somewhat.

The Polk MagniFi Mini's mix of features, performance and compact size makes it one of the best sound bars for the money.

Nov, 2016

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Expert review by : Tony Leotta (audioholics.com)

Polk MagniFi Mini Home Theater Sound Bar System Review

The Polk MagniFi Mini Soundbar and wireless sub has some wonderful features in a small package. Full sound, easy setup and compact size are the main highlights, but it's other features steal the show.

Super Compact size ; Reasonable price ; Extremely easy setup ; Sound clarity at lower volumes

Loss of clarity at higher volumes ; Mid and bass performance could use more punch

Aug, 2017

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Expert review by : Tony Leotta (audioholics.com)

Polk Audio MagniFi Mini Sound Bar and Wireless Subwoofer Preview

Polk Audio released their MagniFi Mini soundbar and wireless sub at CEDIA in Dallas, Texas. For $299 you get a great sounding mini soundbar and a wireless subwoofer. Will it be right for you?

Sep, 2016

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Expert review by : Alex Hernandez (techaeris.com)

Polk Audio MagniFi Mini review: Small in stature but large on sound

If you're looking for a sound bar that sits in a small footprint but gives you a decently bigger sound. Then look no further than the Polk Audio MagniFi Mini.

Compact size ; Easy to setup and use ; Sounds great for such a small speaker ; Chromecast is a nice addition

May be a bit pricey for some ; Subwoofer is a little large

If you’re looking for a great sounding home entertainment sound system that is also very small. Well, you can’t go wrong with the Polk Audio MagniFi Mini. Its small package hides some large sound inside and it’s solid build quality and useful features...

Apr, 2018

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Expert review by : Robert Silva (ecoustics)

Polk Audio MagniFi Mini AX Soundbar: Review

The Polk Audio MagniFi Mini AX packs in features and big sound in a very small package. We think it's better suited for a smaller room. The Polk Audio MagniFi Mini AX packs in features and big sound in a very small package. We think it's better suited...

Easy to follow Quick Setup Guide. ; Includes both Dolby Atmos and height upmixing for non-Atmos content. ; Good voice clarity. ; Sounds good for both movies and music. ; Good bass from the compact subwoofer. ; Separate main and subwoofer volume...

No extra HDMI input. ; No separate volume control for height channels. ; Narrow soundstage for music playback ; Height channels too subtle ; Not designed to be wall-mounted.

The main takeaway in using the Polk Audio MagnaFi Mini AX is that it provides a bigger sound experience than you would expect from its small size. Voice clarity is very good (supported well by the Voice Adjust feature), and there is a good balance...

Sep, 2022

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Expert review by : Geir Nordby (lbtechreviews.com)

Review: Polk Audio Magnifi Mini | A Real Mini Polk Audio Magnifi Mini

From Polk Audio comes the Magnifi Mini; a tiny soundbar that sounds like it was much bigger.

Surprisingly powerful sound for such a small soundbar. Easy to place, easy to use.

Predominant plastic feel. A little too subdued in the high range.

Polk Magnifi Mini is an ultra-compact soundbar, that will fit in everywhere. The width is not greater than that of a 14-inch screen, which makes it almost disappear visually. And the wireless subwoofer handles the bass.

Feb, 2021

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Expert review by : Michael Gowan (tomsguide.com)

Polk MagniFi Mini Review: Small Size, Huge Sound

The Polk MagniFi Mini is a solid small soundbar that delivers big sound.

Powerful bass and clear vocals ; Wireless subwoofer ; Google Cast audio integration

No onscreen display or mobile app ; Harsh treble

With its versatility, the MagniFi Mini could serve as both a soundbar and the main music speaker in many situations, especially in an apartment. And since it has several inputs, you could connect components like a turntable to make it even more...

Jan, 2021