Home Theatre Systems

The LG SN11RG isn’t cheap, but if you want a ‘real’ Dolby Atmos surround experience without the clutter of a full-on separates system, it’s one of only two soundbar packages out there that truly does the job.

6 expert reviews | 33 user reviews

The Epson Pro Cinema LS12000 shames most other projectors with the might of its imagery and flexibility, but it needs a good sound system and might entail some long cable runs. Recommended for those seeking the highest quality at-home movie-viewing...

4 expert reviews

File under ‘Flippin’ impressive’.

20 expert reviews | 140 user reviews

The Node 2 is an excellent standalone hi-res audio music streamer – and works just as well in a multiroom setup.

7 expert reviews | 10 user reviews

Its appeal is limited to curved TV owners, but there’s no denying the HW-MS6500’s quality. It conjures up a huge soundstage and masses of bass without a subwoofer in sight, and backs it up with a wealth of features and simplified setup.

19 expert reviews | 179 user reviews

Blending power, naturalism, and a feel for 3D sound, the HW-Q900A is a cinematic soundbar with a big, powerful presence. With added connectivity options and room calibration tech (though with a few caveats), it’s another strong immersive bar from Samsung.

3 expert reviews | 3 user reviews

The Sony HT-X8500 soundbar may be the best value you can buy

13 expert reviews | 250 user reviews

Vizio’s 36-inch Dolby Atmos soundbar provides a ton of features for its lower-than-expected price tag, but it leaves a lot to be desired in the performance category.

10 expert reviews

Sturdy, and punchy, this compact soundbar is at its best when paired with a suitably fancy Samsung TV

2 expert reviews

Those who want a proper upgrade of the TV sound do not go wrong with the Samsung HW-Q810A. This soundbar delivers a large and detailed sound image with a convincing surround effect, and a strong and clear voice reproduction. In addition, it has plenty...

4 expert reviews

The phone offers a lovely design, decent display, good day-to-day performance, ample battery life and a very good daylight camera.

10 expert reviews

The Dóttir truly wireless sports headphones are certainly fit to stay put for rigorous workouts and offer good battery life and useful active noise cancellation for the price. Sound-wise, they prioritise power and bass, which comes at the expense of...

3 expert reviews

Sony strives to provide true 5.1 channel surround sound at a reasonable cost while minimising the cable clutter with the S40R soundbar.

4 expert reviews

The Philips Fidelio B97 offers most of the ‘gain’ from a home cinema audio system with little of the ‘pain’.

5 expert reviews

If you want to enter the big-screen, 4K arena, the W2700 ticks all the boxes. Put in some work and you'll get a punchy picture.

6 expert reviews

This novel HEOS AVR takes wireless multiroom cinema to another level, and great industrial design makes a virtue of the basic 5.1 configuration..

9 expert reviews | 10 user reviews

A good soundbar that makes sense if you’re a Sky customer – as long as you have somewhere to put it.

12 expert reviews

The Fidelio B5's ability to instantly transform from a traditional soundbar into a wireless surround system makes it a seriously smart bit of kit. It may not be super-loud, but it offers quality, usability and versatility in spades.

16 expert reviews | 257 user reviews

A hugely capable soundbar that delivers big movie sound and plenty more besides.

11 expert reviews | 13 user reviews

LG’s super-slim soundbar and compact sub deliver big home cinema thrills – but rival bars are easier on the ear.

7 expert reviews | 71 user reviews

A stylish soundbar that delivers big audio with the option of additional rear speakers, LG's SK10Y is a terrific option for those looking to see what this Dolby Atmos fuss is all about. LG's inaugural partnership with Meridian has resulted in a Dolby...

5 expert reviews | 20 user reviews

The Samsung HW-Q60T is decent for mixed usage. Though it comes with a dedicated subwoofer, this bar struggles to reproduce a thumpy low-bass, so you don't feel the deep rumble in action-packed movies or bass-heavy music. Its surrounds performance is...

1 expert reviews | 27 user reviews

LG’s dazzling Dolby Atmos soundbar sends excitement levels soaring with its powerful, expansive sound, backed by generous streaming functionality and a glamorous design.

19 expert reviews | 80 user reviews

Coming so soon after we looked at the , it is hard not to make comparisons between it and the Aries Mini. The all metal Arcam looks and feels smarter, it’s part of a larger ecosystem of product, the preamp section offers finer adjustment and it’s £50...

14 expert reviews

Sony’s HT-XT1 is an attractive, well-made and feature-packed affair with a crisp, attacking sound, but sonic flaws deny it a place at the soundbase top table.

17 expert reviews | 1741 user reviews