Customers frequently mention the excellent reception, ease of use, and impressive range of the Amplified Ultra-Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna. Many also praise the picture quality and the number of channels it picks up, considering it a great value for the price. A few customers noted that the cord could be longer. Overall, the antenna receives positive feedback for its performance and ease of installation.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works well in Suburban Location
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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Like others, I was worried that the antenna would not work well.
Living in a 125 year old house with lots of brick, stone, and plumbing and radiator pipes in the walls, AND not being able to place the unit by a window; in a neighborhood with lots of trees; and the urban center between me and the tower 9 miles away; the antenna picked up 95 channels!
Of course, I won't watch them all. And some come through Audio only for some reason, but for the major networks plus PBS, I am more than satisfied!
PROS:
* easy installation
* reversible colors
* works well for me
* easy to configure with Harmony remote and hub (why of why did Logitech kill it?)
CONS:
* Antenna/power cable is white and stands out if you want the black side exposed
* 8 feet cable is not quite long enough. Will need to extend it (not hard to do)
* plastic stand is flimsy and is easily moved or knocked over
But the PROS far outweigh the CONS, hence my 5* rating.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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Hi PeteMN,
Thank you for sharing your detailed review! We're delighted to hear that the Best Buy essentials™ Amplified Ultra-Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna works well for you, even in a challenging environment. It's great to know that you were able to pick up 95 channels and that the major networks and PBS come through clearly.
We appreciate your feedback on both the pros and cons. Your insights on the installation, reversible colors, and compatibility with the Harmony remote and hub are very helpful. We're sorry to hear about the issues with the antenna/power cable and the plastic stand, but we're glad that the pros far outweigh the cons for you.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Super easy to set up and love that it comes with pins/double sided tape to attach to a wall or a mount to stand on its own.
I haven’t had service cut out like I do with some of the other antennas I’ve purchased.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Hi Sara! Thanks for the detailed and thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear the setup was a breeze and that the mounting options made it even more convenient. And consistent service without dropouts? That’s a huge win. Enjoy all the free channels with crystal-clear reception! |Angelica| Best Buy Essentials Products|
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Beats paying for cable
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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For the price, it’s give out wants expected. My tv picture fizzed out on a clear day, even when I tries to move it to a better location. Overall, it Is a good buy.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Not a single channel found
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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I’m shocked. After SEVERAL scans, this thing found ZERO channels. Like…ZERO! The instructions say to place it close to windows for better results, so i put it in a room with THREE windows! I guess I’ll be returning.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding the Best Buy essentials™ Amplified Ultra-Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna. We sincerely apologize for the experience you've had and understand how frustrating it can be to not receive any channels despite following the placement instructions.
Our antennas are designed to provide optimal reception under ideal conditions, but various factors can affect performance, including geographical location, nearby obstructions, and signal interference. We recommend trying a few adjustments to see if you can improve reception:
Placement: While windows are generally a good option, sometimes moving the antenna slightly higher or to a different window can help. Additionally, try placing it on a wall or near the ceiling to see if that enhances the signal.
Orientation: Experiment with the orientation of the antenna. Sometimes rotating it can make a difference in reception.
Rescanning: After making adjustments, ensure that you perform a fresh channel scan on your television to detect any new signals.
If you still encounter issues after trying these suggestions, we encourage you to reach out to our customer support team for further assistance. We're committed to ensuring that our products meet your expectations and appreciate your patience as you navigate this situation.
Thank you for choosing our product, and we hope to resolve this matter for you.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
You get what you pay for
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This antenna doesn’t even get CBS and NBC is unreliable even though I live in an urban area.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Best Buy CustomerSupport
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Thank you for your feedback. We apologize that you are experiencing difficulties with your antenna reception in your urban area. We understand the frustration of not being able to access certain channels, such as CBS and NBC. As we continually strive to provide our customers with the best products and services, we will take your comments into consideration and work towards improving our antenna technology to ensure a reliable and clear reception for all channels. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Keith | Best Buy Essentials Support https://www.bestbuy.com/site/best-buy-essentials-amplified-ultra-thin-indoor-hdtv-antenna-50-mile-range-black/6510090.p?skuId=6510090
Pros mentioned:
Picture quality, Range
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
HDTV Antenna
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This antenna does a fairly good job of picking up most local channels. 80% of them are crystal clear and about 15% are a bit fuzzy but watchable, and maybe 5% won't come in at all. Overall, a great buy for under $25.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Channel count, Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best kept secret
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I was under the impression that TV antennas were no longer able to be used with the current technology of TVs, so hadn't bothered looked into cancelling my basic cable--I just need a few stations to watch news occasionally, but generally just stream movies. I grilled the Best Buy employee with every question I had, & I left knowing it may be a crap shoot to get a decent picture without static, but since it would be about 3 feet from a large window I hoped for a clear signal. It took me awhile to figure out how to get it set up, but my Jr High grandsons came & set it up in 10 minutes! Once they did, the picture came in immediately & more clear than it had with cable. I also believe I get a lot more channels with the antenna than I was able with basic cable! I wish I had tried this sooner, but at least I'm now thrilled to be saving $60 a month!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Reception
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great antenna, easy setup.
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Basic antenna. Simple setup. Extremely affordable! Now I can pick up all my local channels without needing a cable subscription and without having to put a massive antenna on my roof.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Range, Reception
Cons mentioned:
Cord length
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works great
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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Inexpensive and works very well. 2 items to improve, 1. The adhesive window tabs don’t work very well, just ordered some 3m double sided tape. Hope that works better. 2. The cords are short if your TV isn’t right next to a window. Other than that, Im able to get every channel in my area and I’m about 40 miles outside the city.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great antenna
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I have had a large amplified HD antenna in the Attic that distributes signal to all of the TVs in the house. I recently added another TV but could not get a wire from the existing antenna to the new TV so I purchased one of these little guys. I got more channels and better signal on the new TV with the new antenna. I ended up buying four more of these antennas and not even using the big antenna anymore because these work so well for me.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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It's fantastic to hear that the compact antenna worked wonders for you! Sometimes, the simplest solutions surprise us with their effectiveness. Now you've got more channels and better signal without the hassle of running extra wires. If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask! - Carl | Best Buy Essentials Products
Pros mentioned:
Channel count, Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Antenna with signal booster
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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I didn’t know what to expect with this antenna, my expectations were low. I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of channels I got with it as well as the picture quality. Would highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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Thank you for your feedback, Mike! We're thrilled to hear that the antenna exceeded your expectations and provided a great number of channels with excellent picture quality. Your recommendation means a lot to us. If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out. Enjoy your new antenna! Patricia | Best Buy essentials Support
Pros mentioned:
Picture quality, Reception
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Better than what I was expecting for the price !
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works as designed . I have had no issues so far . Easy to install and gets more channels than expected. I get crystal clear local channels and no freezing at all . Love it !
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Reception
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Honestly A Excellent Antenna for a cheap price
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I have been wanting a new antenna for quite some time now, because 1) the cord on my antenna is short and can't move it around 2) My antenna is really old, I have the old rabbit ears antenna and 3) I got tired of not getting a specific channel. It would always go in and out even when I kept rescanning my 32" tv.
I have had this antenna now for close to a month now. I decided to buy one from Best Buy online. Although when it got delivered, the setup isn't as easy as it looks. It has no directions at all except for a bland instruction on the back of the box. However after figuring it out in like 5 to 10 minutes, it was a cinch. The antenna is quite thin as indicated in the title. It looks like cardboard. It has a very long cord, which is AWESOME, because I can move it around which it something I couldn't do with my old one.
After moving it around and rescanning my flatscreen tv, THAT SPECIFIC CHANNEL I WAS TALKING ABOUT WAS CATCHY TV, ( I love seeing my throwback shows) that I COULDN'T GET BEFORE BECAUSE IT WOULD GO IN AND OUT with my old antenna, I CAN NOW GET THE STATION ALL THE TIME!!!!! No moving around it to a hundred different places to get the channel to come in!!! IT NOW COMES IN PERFECT WITH ONE PLACE that the antenna is placed at... I will Definitely buy another one for my 65'" inch tv that I have in my living room. Who knew with this price it would be worth it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Picture quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
LG Large TV access to local non cable Ch's.
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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Bang- on for value ...picked up lots of stations.
Worked well with the large LG screen ...food picture
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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Thank you for your great review of the Best Buy essentials™ Amplified Ultra-Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna! We're thrilled to hear that it provides excellent value and picks up many stations for you. It's wonderful to know that it works well with your large LG screen and delivers a good picture quality. Your feedback is much appreciated. If you have any further comments or need assistance, please feel free to reach out. Ivy | Best Buy Essentials Support
Pros mentioned:
Channel count, Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Its worth the money for NFL fans. Trust me!!
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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This is an amazing product and very inexpensive compared to other streaming options. I didn't want to upgrade my TV package for an additional $128 more. I now have CBS, ABC, FOX and 65 other channels. My favorite team is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and thanks to this cost effective HD antenna. I won't miss any games this season. The picture quality is perfect, all HD channels with no glitching. I'm so happy I found this product before the season started.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Budget-Friendly Antenna That Works!
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
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I picked up this antenna on a whim, hoping to cut some cable costs and still catch local channels—and honestly, I’ve been pleasantly surprised. Setup was super easy: just plug it in and let the channel scan do its thing. Within minutes, I had crystal-clear access to all the major networks and a handful of extras I didn’t expect.
The 50-mile range seems accurate for my area, and the picture quality is sharp—even during bad weather. It’s super slim too, so I could tuck it behind the TV without it becoming an eyesore.
If you’re looking to save money without sacrificing live TV, this antenna seriously delivers. Total win.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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We're so happy to hear that our Best Buy essentials™ Amplified Ultra-Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna has exceeded your expectations! It's great to know you found the setup easy and are enjoying crystal-clear local channels, even during bad weather. We appreciate your positive feedback on its performance and slim design. If you ever have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Best Buy essentials customer support team at (1-866-597-8427). - Mae | BestBuy Essential Support
Pros mentioned:
Channel count, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy to set up, numerous channels
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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This was the easiest antenna to set up, Simply plug it in and run the TV’s channel scanner. It found almost 50 channels on two TV’s in different areas of the house and signal quality is great. Did not have to move the antenna from initial placements.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Channel count, Ease of use, Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
nice hd picture
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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easy to set up quality picture and my channels doubled
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Channel count
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
HDTV antenna with signal booster Very Good Best
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Set up very easy... put in window and scanned only a few minutes and had multiple channels . The channels are very clear.
Just what I was looking for to get a local stations . Very happy with purchase
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
So Simple
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I only use streaming services on ROKU and did not have access to any local channels. I read about these antenas and decided to try one. Setting it up could not have been simpler and the number of channels and picture quality far exceeded my expectations. This was the perfect solution for my needs and I would highly recommend it for this purpose.