10 Best Home Theater Systems (Review) In 2020

Logitech is a heavyweight name in the surround sound systems industry, and their Z906 system is our best choice. Its THX-certified speaker system is ready to turn any of your rooms into the coolest home cinema on the block. Expect 5.1 channels of explosive, detailed sound that’ll allow you to hear every rumble, footstep, or tire squeal. They’ll surely deliver that cinematic sound experience all Netflix lovers long for.

Whether it’s acoustics for your movie, music, or games, the dynamic center and satellite channel speakers and 165-watt subwoofer are ready to deliver crystal-clear trebles, rich mid-range tone, and a badass, deep bass. Then, the DTS encoding steps in and accurately recreates the final surround so that you can hear every detail in your DVD, Blu-ray, or live streamed soundtrack.

With its HT-S3910 home audio theater receiver and speaker, Onkyo addresses all those who want to turn their home movie nights from dull to dramatic. Delivering an immersive sound experience, this audio system uses the latest Dolby Atmos and DTS:X technologies to mix object-based audio in the 3D space. Thanks to these features, you’ll be able to hear every individual sound in a life-like top-to-bottom dimensionality.

Six HDMI inputs and high dynamic range are other highlights, and we particularly like the Height Virtualizer that creates a virtual surround for an even more immersive listening experience. The Bluetooth-compatible system even lets you to seamlessly listen to audio from all your devices. Whether it’s your Bluetooth-enabled PC, smartphone, or tablet, Onkyo’s smart receiver recognizes your device automatically and starts playback whenever it detects incoming wireless audio stream. Another highlight is the DTS playback feature that provides advanced sound mapping, allowing effects to move from speaker to speaker. It doesn’t really matter if it’s a movie or your favorite game, you’ll surely be able to enjoy the beauty of 3D sound. All this for a more than affordable price. For more quality devices like this, check out our selection of the best soundbars.

You might not have heard of Klipsch before (unless you’re a true audiophile) but they’re one of the most well-respected audio companies in the world. An American company, they’ve been making loudspeakers since 1946 and are constantly voted above Bose and other famous audio companies for the quality of sound their speakers provide. Because of the focus on tonal quality, Klipsch speakers often provide a crisper and more detailed sound. The Klipsch Black Reference Theater Pack 5.1 Surround Sound System is the ultimate choice if you want professional-quality audio in your home. 

The set includes five speakers and a down-firing wireless subwoofer, which fills the room with thunderous bass wherever you place it. Each speaker is designed to be mounted, with a keyhole mount and a threaded insert. Plus, they all come in Klipsch’s ultra-classy black and gold color scheme. If you can afford this home theater system, we reckon it’s one of the best on the market. 

Are you tired of figuring out how to hide ugly home theater system wires when creating your set up? We surely are; that’s why the Enclave Audio CineHome has made it to our list. This wireless home theater system delivers uncompromising surround sound while integrating seamlessly in your home décor. With the possibility to place the speakers wherever you want – no strings attached – Enclave is perfect for movies, video gaming, sports, and music alike.

This system delivers a true home theater experience with its wireless speakers and convenient remote control. The only cable is the one connecting the Enclave Smart Center to your TV, but rest assured the system is capable of hosting both HDMI and SPDIF optical sources. We also like that the WiSA certified CineHome delivers high-quality 24-bit uncompressed audio straight out of the box. Featuring 3 HDMI cable inputs, it lets you connect your dish, DVD or Blue-ray player, streaming appliance, or HDMI pass-thru. It doesn’t matter if you want to watch movies or listen to Bohemian Rhapsody at full volume, the enveloping surround experience will surely spellbind you.

Another wireless home theater system that’s made it to our list comes from Yamaha. This 5.1-channel setup packs all the audio performance Yamaha is known for in an affordable price range. You can expect enveloping, cinematic sound delivered by a powerful AV receiver, subwoofer, and five speakers. One thing you should get wrong, though, it’s the wireless capability that only refers to the system’s ability to play audio files from your phone or other devices. Yet, you’ll still have to wire the speakers to the receivers, which is a letdown.

That said, we still love the way Yamaha Yht-4950U sounds, and the fact that it’s compatible with all modern technologies. Thanks to the exclusive Yamaha CINEMA DSP technology, the system supports playback of high-definition audio, including DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD. Then, a parametric room acoustic optimizer can even analyze the acoustics in your room and adjust the audio to provide the most immersive, natural sound imaging. Ideal to use with the latest televisions, Yamaha also supports 4K video transmission at 60fps, as well as HDR10 and Dolby Vision. Whether you want to use it for movies, video streaming, or gaming, this system won’t let you down. For more quality devices for your home, check out our selection of the best tower speakers.

Having a home cinema is great and all, but sometimes you might just not want to spend eye-watery amounts. Luckily, the Acoustic Audio system by Goldwood is proof that cheap doesn’t necessarily mean low quality. Sure, you won’t get the highest performing system out there, but Goldwood Acoustic Audio 2.1 Bluetooth Speaker System can satisfy most gamers and movie enthusiasts living in a small studio apartment.

Its greatest strength is the satellite speakers that deliver clean high notes as well as lush mid ranges. At the same time, the powerful subwoofer fires powerful bass. A front panel volume control knob, as well as a full-function remote control, makes it easy to get the volume up or down. What we wouldn’t have expected from a home theater system this cheap is built-in Bluetooth connection, but the Acoustic Audio boasts it. You can seamlessly connect most devices, including gaming consoles, smartphones, tablets, and even a DVD player or PC. Compact, stylish, and affordable, this home theater setup will surely have little impact on your wallet.

The last among the best home theater systems on this list, the VIZIO SB3651-F6 is a 5.1-channel setup designed for those who want an all-round home theater system but don’t have the budget to invest in an expensive top-of-the-range. With a design inspired by some of the most famous brands, the VIZIO comes with a three-channel soundbar, wireless subwoofer, as well as two rear speakers developed to redesign your listening experience. Incorporating the acclaimed virtual overhead technology, the system can even deliver a 360° surround feel.

Using WiFi instead of Bluetooth, it also connects with your mobile devices and Chromecast-enabled audio apps, including Google Play, Pandora, and Spotify. The Smart Cast Mobile app even allows you to turn your mobile into a powerful remote control, and we like that the bar even works with Google Home. You may also be interested in some of the best gaming speakers from our list, so be sure to check them out.

Choosing the right home theater system isn’t easy. There are a ton of big brand names with amazing products to choose from and when it comes down to it, they all basically do the same thing. But, whether you’re buying home sound equipment or professional audio equipment, the name Yamaha will keep popping up. This electronics behemoth is one of the most trusted names in audio and the YHT-5950UBL is their best home theatre system. 

Earlier in the list, we featured the Yamaha YHT-4950U. Well, this is its big brother. It packs all of the same features but with an improved bass response and all-round quality of sound. This 5.1 channel home theater comes with a MusicCast AV receiver, five speakers, a subwoofer, and speaker wire. If you want stands, you’ll have to buy them separately but, other than that, this set has everything you need.

If you’re looking for a great budget option home theater system, the Logitech Z606 is up there with the best. It’s the smaller and less powerful version of the Logitech Z906 we featured as our Best Choice product. A decade ago, it would have been impossible to get true 5.1 surround sound for less than $100. As technology improves quicker and quicker, anything’s possible.

Admittedly, you have to forgo some of the features that make the Z906 so desirable. For example, it only has two wired inputs instead of six, so you can only hook up a couple of devices (a TV and a music player for example. It also doesn’t have a separate amplifier, which means you get around a fifth of the continuous power. It’s not going to shake your whole house, but it will sound better than the speakers on your TV. On the plus side, it has Bluetooth connectivity, so you hook up your smartphone without getting out of your chair.

Samsung soundbars are a great way to improve the quality of sound you get out of your TV. But, if you own one of these Samsung soundbar models – the T450, T550, T650, Q60T, or S60T – you can take the sound quality one step further. The Samsung SWA-8500S 2.0 Speaker System is designed to turn a soundbar into one speaker in a surround sound setup, creating a truly immersive audio experience. 

The set includes a wireless receiver module and two surround speakers that are designed to be put behind the listener. You also get the necessary speaker cables and power cords. The speakers are wireless, so you don’t have to run a cable from the soundbar to the receiver.