Polk Audio HTS 10 vs Polk Audio HTS 12

Short answer: both are discontinued, so this only matters if you are buying used. Used, the Polk Audio HTS 10 is the better pick: it ranks #65 of 167 subwoofers by sound quality (rated 3.8/5), against #76 (rated 3.7/5) for the Polk Audio HTS 12. If you want one new, the Monoprice SW-12 ranks #7 at $266.37.

Why pick the Polk Audio HTS 10: 10-inch ported with 100W RMS and Polk Power Port maintains relatively clean bass at high volumes.

Why pick the Polk Audio HTS 12: 12-inch ported with 200W RMS delivers deep bass extension improving over 10-inch model.

Buy the Polk Audio HTS 10 only if you find one used in good condition; both are discontinued, and it is the better rated of the two. For a new speaker, start with the Monoprice SW-12 instead.

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Specifications Side By Side

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The Two Speakers In Full

Polk Audio HTS 10: $450 Discontinued eBay

Pros: 10-inch ported with 100W RMS and Polk Power Port maintains relatively clean bass at high volumes. Competent mid-tier option from reliable brand. Good fit for medium rooms without excessive distortion.

Cons: Discontinued.

Full Polk Audio HTS 10 review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	100W continuous / 200W peak; Class D
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	114.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black, wood
Country	United States
Dimensions	16.6”H x 15.1”W x 16.1”D (421.9 x 383.8 x 408.9 mm)
Drivers	10” (254mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
Frequency Response	25-180Hz
Inputs	LFE and stereo line level RCA
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	86.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	98.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	109.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	111.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	114.4 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	116.9 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	116.2 dB
Warranty	5/3
Weight	37.7 lbs (17.1 kg)

• Links
  • Polk Audio HTS 10 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Polk Audio HTS 10 vs SVS SB-3000
  • Polk Audio HTS 10 vs Monoprice SW-15

Polk Audio HTS 12: $550 Discontinued eBay

Pros: 12-inch ported with 200W RMS delivers deep bass extension improving over 10-inch model. Handles most home theater content with conviction in medium-sized rooms. Reliable mid-tier performance from trusted brand.

Cons: Discontinued.

Full Polk Audio HTS 12 review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	200W RMS
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	113.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black, wood
Country	United States
Dimensions	18.5”H x 17.1”W x 18.1”D (469.9 x 434.8 x 460.0 mm)
Drivers	12” (305mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
Frequency Response	22-180Hz
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Output SPL at 25 Hz	99.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	106.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	110.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	114.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	115.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	114.3 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	113.6 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	112.4 dB
Warranty	5/3
Weight	49.8 lbs (22.6 kg)

• Links
  • Polk Audio HTS 12 Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
  • Polk Audio HTS 12 vs SVS SB-3000
  • Polk Audio HTS 12 vs Monoprice SW-15