Customer Ratings & Reviews

I’ve been really happy with this soundbar. Setup was easy, and the sound is clear with really nice bass from the subwoofer. I especially like the surround speakers when watching movies because they make the sound feel much more immersive. Dialogue is also clear for regular TV and shows. Overall, it sounds great, works well, and has been a nice upgrade for my living room.

This soundbar truly has blown my mind. I’ve never had a soundbar and have always relied on tv speakers. I recently got a mini OLED tv and although the speakers are good I wanted better. This soundbar set up for $250 is truly unbeatable I feel. I got so lucky and somehow decided to buy a soundbar the day this product released cause I almost got the insignia house brand but I’m sure this is miles above. I also bought the universal insignia rear speaker stands - DO NOT BUY IT FOR THIS SET UP. I set the stands all up then last steps attatching the actual speakers. The rear speakers on this tcl setup connect from the bottom only. There is no way to do that with the “universal” stands it only has screws for speakers that have holes in the back. Bottom you mount it with sticky pads.. ridiculous. So I got shelves and hung them in the wall for the rear speakers to rest on which is better anyways cause they are much higher now at the proper height the stands would have just been blasting in my ears. Anyways, I definitely recommend this 5.1 soundbar set up. It’s truly amazing for the price I am blown away. I am extremely happy with this purchase it has really upgraded our viewing experience. The real proof to me was my girlfriend telling me hoe amazing it was and that she got scared there was a car crash outside because it all sounded so real and from behind her haha. Great soundbar for the price, must buy. I got it for $250 so it does go on sale but I would definitely pay $300 for this also if I couldn’t wait it is certainly worth that.

The TCL S65K soundbar set gives quite a bit of sound for the low price. Was surprised to see the soundbar even has LED display built in behind the grille. I chose the S65K to pair with my TCL QM8K 65" TV to stay within the brand. The speakers are all sounding quite good after trying various settings. Out of the box and even after the Ai setup. I found I really preferred the "custom" EQ adjustments for more bass and center channel dialog. You can crank volume levels far above what typical size rooms can contain. At 1/4 volume, which is fairly loud, good channel separation for media and games. Even stereo gets upmixed to surround like audio. The whole system pairs quickly and speakers all synced on first try. Really is, plug it in, connect TV and listen. For finer points on this system, I included more info below. App: The TCL Home App is fairly feature rich to level each speaker. It requires a login, and on Android there is no dark mode. What I could not do with the remote and need the app for was to set the custom EQ. The remote has most of the settings on the buttons. Of course your TV remote can control volume if connected to the ARC HDMI port. Sound: This is very subjective to each person and their room and/or if you have neighbors close. I tried the following codecs (Stereo 2.0 - Dolby 5.1, Atmos, DTS) and all worked, DTS was the only one my tv showed on screen. Stereo sources upmixed to a pseudo surround and played through all speakers. In my house volume is between 20 & 30 and it is more than enough for full emersion. The soundbar does most of the work. For me, on "custom" EQ, dialog sounds very clean and full, there is setting to boost voices if needed. Bass from the sub is pretty good for the biggest booms, not quite enough to shake a room. The rear surrounds fill in nicely when action or music scores kick up. The S65K has bluetooth and can be paired for use as a stereo system separate from the TV. This feature is also a surprising bonus and works well to throw music all around you.

This system replaces a classic 5.1 surround system consisting of a Sony amp, a Pioneer sub, and a Technics center channel with 4 small satellite speakers, wired for front and rear. While I was a bit skeptical that a single soundbar in the front would provide the right amount of separation, I was excited about the prospect of not having all the cabling to deal with—even if that meant facing what I expected to be an arduous task of pairing everything. But TCL’s system surprised me on many fronts, the first being how easily and quickly it was installed. It literally took me 2–3 times as long to REMOVE my old equipment than it took to install and set up the new TCL system. Everything paired on its own right out of the box, and I just guessed that connecting to the TV via HDMI eARC was the right choice (spoiler: it was the best choice). I was truly impressed with how good the sound was at this price level. Crisp highs rounded out by full-bodied mids and a solid, punchy bass. Great separation both from the individual rear speakers and the soundbar handling front, center, amp, and crossover duties—all in one slim, wide package that fits great under the set. What I wasn’t prepared for was how much space it would free up in the bedroom where I installed it. I hadn't realized just how much space the old system took up (both physically and visually) and what a messy distraction the wiring was. With all of that gone, the room looks neater and the setup feels intentional rather than like a bunch of disparate components cobbled together. The aesthetics of the TCL S-Class S65K are just as much a standout feature as the sound quality, and it makes the room look awesome. My test movie for a new sound system is always the original Twister, and the TCL S65K did not disappoint. There’s a reason the sound and effects crews on Twister won awards, and that’s why I use it to demo new gear. Again, the surround sound—even without any tuning or enhancement—was head and shoulders above what I was used to in that room. I may be watching a lot more movies in bed now! I also liked having built-in Bluetooth so I can listen to music or stream ambient noise from my phone to sleep if the neighbors party a little later than usual. But the most surprising thing about the S65K is the price. For a little more than the cost of some familiar brands' standalone soundbars, you get a full wireless 5.1 system… with a subwoofer! It’s an insanely good value, though not entirely a surprise from TCL. Two years ago when choosing a new TV for my living room, I looked at a lot of sets at Best Buy, but the 65” TCL was the clear standout for picture and value. With the S65K, TCL has done it again. Highly recommended.

This TCL S65K soundbar provides better than average sound quality at this price point and would work well for most small to mid-sized rooms. It definitely gives you a more immersive sound quality over standard TV speakers. Using the TCL Home app you can use Ai Sonic to optimize the soundbar and remote speakers for your room. Setup is easy because the subwoofer and remote speakers pair with the soundbar automatically. When using the HDMI eArc functionality the soundbar can be controlled from your TV’s remote. On the downside the bass lacks umph when it comes to punchy bass sounds like explosions or drums. The highs can sound tinney at times losing some of the clarity. The mids and voice ranges are solid and are the soundbars strongest feature. The surround sound depending on the mode selected adds too much reverb to enhance the immersive effect giving it more of a concert hall echo vs true surround sound. The soundbar has an LED display to give you feedback on what the setting are, the volume level and the type of input it is receiving like Dolby Atmos or DTS-X. Overall it’s a good value for a home theatre solution on a budget or for a TV gaming solution. Setup: The soundbar, subwoofer and rear speakers all paired automatically and using the HDMI eARC functionality they powered on and off with the TV remote without issue. I downloaded the TCL Home mobile app on my iPhone and struggled to get the app to recognize the soundbar even though I could play music through the soundbar using just Bluetooth connectivity. Eventually the issues resolved and I was able to then update the firmware on the soundbar. Next I performed the Ai Sonic function which sets the speakers output based upon your room configuration. The Ai Sonic calibration uses the app and your mobile device’s microphone to measure the sound quality at your typical seated position. Lastly I went into the Sound settings and used the Custom Equalizer setting to set the 7 point equalizer to match my taste. TCL does include 6 preconfigured equalizer settings that are geared for the type of media you are playing.

The TCL S-Class S65K 5.1 channel system offers fantastic audio performance for its price point. The inclusion of physical rear surround speakers completely transforms the soundstage, delivering true directional audio that creates a genuinely immersive home theater experience rather than simulated surround. The wireless subwoofer produces rich, punchy bass that enhances action scenes and music without overwhelming the vocal clarity. Pairing and operating it alongside a TCL TV is seamless and user-friendly, making setup effortless right out of the box. Additionally, the sound preset settings allow for quick adjustments to suit movies, dialogue, or music perfectly. Highly recommended if you want genuine 5.1 surround sound without a complex setup.

Setup was seamless — the moment I connected it via HDMI eARC and turned it on, it automatically connected the wireless rear speakers, no fuss at all. The first thing I did was run a Dolby Atmos surround test on YouTube, and the sound quality genuinely blew me away right out of the box. The real difference came after I downloaded the TCL Home app and ran the AI Sonic-Adaptation calibration. Before that, sound felt like it was mostly coming from the soundbar itself, sitting below the TV. After calibration, it completely transformed — sound now feels like it's projected out into the room, centered right at the screen. It's a genuinely immersive difference, not a subtle one. Highly recommend pairing this with the calibration step — don't skip it.

Being wireless it was very easy to setup out of the box. Once connected and powered up I was fairly pleased with both the volume and the amount of bass from the smallish subwoofer. The TCL app makes for easy fine tuning but I still struggle to get more mid range out of the system. I'm actually glad for the app as I find myself making adjustments depending on the material I am viewing. Still I find the sound quality pretty decent and being wireless to the sub and surrounds is awesome.

Let me just say, I have a Sonos system at home w/ the Gen 2 Beam, subwoofer, and rear speakers and I love it. I wanted a system for my gaming room too, but didn’t want to shell out $$$$. I’ve never bought anything TCL before, but when I saw and read about this and did some additional research, I figured I’d give it a try. I was very skeptical with it being much cheaper and even on sale. I’ve gotta say, so far, I’m very, very impressed. I say so far because I have yet to hook up the rear speakers, but the soundbar and subwoofer themselves are really top notch. Assuming it sounds great with the rear speakers hooked up, I will not be buying the expensive Sonos system again. I’m a TCL fan!

This soundbar has great voice clarity and sound. Easy to set up. Rear speakers are a nice size and sound great also.

Excellent product for the price sounds great alot of bass

I had what I thought was an excellent Samsung Dolby Atmos sound bar system. Until i heard my son’s new TCL soundbar. Not only was the sound more immersed, better bass, but the clarity of voice was superb. My son was impressed that he could finally turn off the on-screen text, the clarity is that good. And yes, it’s impressive that my TCL cost was almost half that of the Samsung. I like going back to dedicated rear speakers over the all-in-one soundbar design - really made a difference. Perfect for my room’s configuration. My son got the all-in-one version of the TCL, which is equally excellent for his application - an open room combining the kitchen, dining and family room with no good location for rear speakers. Bottom line is the TCL systems work very well.

I picked this up after returning my other soundbar. I was reading the reviews and made my purchase. What sold me was the 5.1 Dolby Atmos and the like. It was also on sale for $20 cheaper than other units. It was super simple to setup, no tools required. It uses an app and trust me it is really easy to use and it paired quickly and easy. The app is very basic and sadly doesn't have a dark mode. It does upgrade your firmware and does a decent sound calibration for you. It's really a great setup and not really expensive either. Trust me you will enjoy this for years to come.

Really impressed with this soundbar. The sound is clear, full, and well-balanced, with noticeably better depth than I expected. Dialogue is easy to hear, and movies feel much more immersive without having to constantly adjust the volume. It also looks great in person. The design is clean and modern, and it fits naturally into the entertainment setup without drawing too much attention to itself. Overall, it delivers great sound and a premium look without feeling overdone. Definitely a solid purchase.

This soundbar is everything i hoped for and more. I paired it with the 75" TCL QM7L and it sounds amazing. The rear speakers give it a true movie theater feel in my loft. Definitely worth every penny.

As a budget option for a 5.1 system it seems pretty solid. No major complaints really -- sounds pretty good! I use it in a medium sized room and it's additive for music / movie / gaming experiences

Great product for the price easy to set up plugged it into my TV and it automatically started working without any problems.

This is my first time having surround sound and I have to say it is a blast. The rear speakers didn't really work at first but I found out that it was because the sound bar had an update

Did not think it would be so good, I usually buy expensive sound systems but I’m glad I decided to try this one. I paid a lot less and the sound is awesome

The sound bar is fantastic. There are so many options that it would be difficult to not find the correct sound for you.