The cheap Xiaomi soundbar on Alza now costs less than 750 CZK! It's a great accessory if you don't want to spend a lot.

Improving weak TV sound can be done for just a few hundred. The Xiaomi Soundbar 2.0 EU S22E has now dropped from 879 CZK to 747 CZK with code ALZADNY15, while it cost 999 CZK at launch. For this price, it won’t offer audio like a premium Sonos or LG for many thousands, but if you don’t want an expensive solution, it can satisfy.

Quick summary:
✅ Makes sense if you want to cheaply improve the sound of an older TV or computer and don’t mind controlling it without a remote.
⚠️ Consider that it turns off automatically after a period of inactivity and has no remote control or HDMI.
💡 For 747 CZK, it’s a nice-looking accessory that will improve the sound, but don’t expect a home cinema from it.

Why this soundbar is interesting

This Xiaomi soundbar is aimed at people who want to cheaply improve the flat sound of a TV or computer. For a few hundred, you get a slim metal body with a matte finish, which looks significantly more expensive than it is, and a pair of 15W full-range speakers. The main advantage here is simplicity and price: you plug in the soundbar and it plays, whether via cable or wirelessly. As a basic sound upgrade for an older TV in a cottage or bedroom, it makes sense.

Key parameters explained in plain language

It’s a 2.0 system with a total output of 30 W – meaning two full-range speakers without a separate subwoofer, so the bass is more hinted at than powerful. Connectivity is quite flexible: optical (SPDIF), coaxial, 3.5mm AUX, and Bluetooth 5.3, so you can connect it to a TV, console, or computer. It’s controlled by a single multi-function button directly on the body. You can place it on a table or mount it on the wall thanks to the included bracket. According to users, the sound is “sufficient” – it won’t blow you away, but it matches the price.

Practical aspects: control and connectivity

Here, it’s necessary to be honest, because the practical side is also its biggest weakness. The soundbar does not have a remote control – you change the volume and source with a button on the side, so if you mount it on the wall or place it under the TV, controlling it is inconvenient. The second thing many users mention: after a few minutes of silence, the soundbar turns itself off, and this function cannot be disabled, so you have to turn it on manually every time. Additionally, it emits sound notifications when turning on, off, and pairing Bluetooth, which also cannot be muted. Furthermore, the connectivity does not include HDMI or eARC, only optical, coaxial, AUX, and Bluetooth.

What users say

The rating this time is mixed – 3.7 out of 5 from 32 reviews, and only 69% of buyers recommend it, which is a relatively low number for us. People who are satisfied mainly praise the price, simple design, and the fact that it significantly improves the sound for an old TV or PC – one user writes that it plays better than the speakers in his TV. However, criticism repeatedly returns to two things: the absence of a remote control and automatic shutdown, which some even called unusable. According to reviews, the bass is weaker.

When it doesn’t make sense

If you want a full-fledged home cinema with powerful bass and surround sound, this 2.0 soundbar without a subwoofer is not it – opt for a soundbar with a separate sub. It also won’t suit people for whom a remote control is a necessity or who will be irritated by automatic shutdown and sound notifications. And those connecting a modern TV via HDMI eARC won’t find that option here. However, as an affordable sound upgrade for an older TV or computer for 747 CZK, it will serve its purpose.

Verdict: who it’s worth it for

The Xiaomi Soundbar 2.0 EU S22E is an affordable and good-looking accessory for sound improvement – its metal body, flexible connectivity, and low price make it a reasonable choice for an older TV or computer. However, it’s fair to say that it has two genuinely annoying features: a missing remote control and automatic shutdown that cannot be disabled, plus only average sound without significant bass. For 747 CZK with code ALZADNY15 instead of 879 CZK, it’s a decent buy for the undemanding who know what they’re getting into – not a replacement for a true home cinema.

If this particular model didn’t appeal to you, but you’re looking for another soundbar or audio on sale, you can also check out current discount promotions on Alza, where soundbars, speakers, and accessories regularly appear. The offer changes continuously according to stock levels.

Would the missing remote control bother you with a soundbar, or are you mainly betting on the lowest possible price?