Our quick take

Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3 - 4.5 / 5

Design and build

  • Dimensions: 1210 x 65 x 140mm Weight: 6.5kg Finish: Black only No front display

Connections and control

  • Ports: 1 x HDMI (eARC); 1 x optical digital input; 1 x Ethernet Wireless connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2; Apple AirPlay 2; Spotify Connect; Wi-Fi No remote control Bowers & Wilkins Music app Alexa support

Speakers and performance

  • Dolby Atmos object-based decoding 3.1.2-channel output, 400W total Hi-Res Audio support

To recap

As a single-unit solution, the Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3 is adept at delivering a soundstage with scale, solid bass and a good degree of immersion. It handles Dolby Atmos with skill and is also very capable with music. Its delivery is understandably front heavy, and it lacks expansion options for rears and a sub, but this soundbar is ideal for anyone searching for a solution that’s attractive, discreet and sonically impressive.