LG S95QR

Colossally powerful, expansive sound ; Impressive connectivity ; Attractive, well built design

No HDR10+ passthrough ; No HDR with 4K/120Hz passthrough ; The sound can sometimes feel slightly distant

As well as heralding a potential new world of radically upgradable soundbars, the S95QR is also easily LG’s best soundbar ever – especially if you have a particularly big room to fill

Impressive Dolby Atmos sound Plenty of app-based settings Two HDMI inputs Hi-res music support AirPlay and Chromecast built-in

Bass lacks some rumble Poor instructions No way to save preferred settings

For the price, there is no single soundbar system-in-a-box that offers as much bang for the buck as the LG S95QR.

An AI-based system will automatically calibrate the S95QR for your room, but LG also includes a huge number of sound modes and EQ adjustments if you want to change things up. You connect the S95QR to your TV via HDMI ARC/eARC or optical cables, but for...

The LG S95QR is a flagship soundbar that promises a max output of 810W and 9.1.5 surround sound channels when coupled with the rear speakers and subwoofer, for those looking to upgrade their TV audio with one of the best soundbar options.

Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced ; Powerful delivery with plenty of scale ; Attractive design and excellent build quality

No 4K/120p or HDR10+ passthrough

This feature-packed soundbar system delivers incredibly immersive Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and IMAX Enhanced audio that’s sure to delight film fans. Music lovers won’t be disappointed either, but the lack of support for 4K/120p and HDR10+ is a shame on a...

LG says the rear speakers are design to provide an even sound in a 135-degree arc, meaning that they're more flexible for placement than some rivals, which is certainly handy if you have an awkward space to fit them in. Combined with 'AI Room...

LG claims the S95QR features a "boost in performance of the new speaker drivers, speaker chambers and subwoofer", for a "more holistic" sound than the company's previous soundbar offerings. Not missing a beat when it comes to current high-end...

Excellent soundscape with exceptional audio quality ; Atmos, DTS:X, and IMAX Enhanced support ; Easy wired and wireless connectivity ; Sleek and stylish design

Expensive compared to alternatives ; App required for some set-up

A near perfect surround sound option for your home cinema – packing tons of features, delivering on audio quality, and excelling in surround sound.