is this for computer or your tv ?
Get the 5.1. I have that soundbar from 3 years ago. That version is undoubtedly gonna be better than the one I have. It's not gonna touch a dedicated system with a receiver and all of that but it's better than a "simulated" surround sound setup for the mere fact that it actually comes with rear speakers. And there are three separate speakers inside the main soundbar so it truly is "5.1".
If you go into knowing you're not gonna get the best sound, you'll be fine with it. What's your living situation?
Yeah it's fine for an apartment. Probably ideal honestly. It can get loud but it shouldn't be pissing off neighbors like some bigger setups would.2 bed room apt
Going in my living room
I have a Sonos Playbar and Bose SoundTouch 300 and love both. When you live in an apartment that's how it is.Soundbars
But if you have to buy a soundbar, the 2.1
You can't replicate individual sounds with a soundbar.
I have that Vizio 5.1. It's good.
2.1 Polk audio sound bar with optical
If you care about the A/V experience, you're going about it wrong. Vizio and a soundbar. If not, and you just want to be cheap, get whatever is cheapest.