Customers often highlight the wonderful reception, ease of use, and long range of the Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna. Many are pleased with the picture quality and the number of channels they receive for the price. However, some customers have experienced issues with signal strength, and a few have noted concerns about the adhesive and mounting.
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Pros mentioned:
Range
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Antena
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Excellent Antena. It works well and I have all my favorite channels, it is really thin and that’s one reason I love it
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Reception
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Antenna
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This antenna is da bomb. It’s working perfectly with the TV and we have many channels.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for local foot ball games
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought this, so I could watch football on two tvs in our family room. It worked as well as the cable box
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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Hi RomuloD, thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're glad to hear that our product has met your expectations and provided you with the ability to enjoy football on two TVs in your family room. We strive to create products that enhance your entertainment experience, and we're thrilled that our device has worked seamlessly alongside your cable box. If you have any further feedback or need assistance in the future, please feel free to reach out. Enjoy your football games! Jeth | Best Buy essentials™ https://www.bestbuy.com/site/best-buy-essentials-thin-indoor-hdtv-antenna-35-mile-range-black-white/6454218.p?skuId=6454218
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great indoor antenna
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Great indoor antenna. Perfect for streaming back up. On all three TV's in our house.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Signal strength
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Useless – Don’t Waste Your Money
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This antenna is terrible. I live in the heart of LA, close enough to hear game-day cheers from the stadium, yet I still can’t get a clear or reliable signal to watch USC football, Lakers, or Dodgers games. It’s practically useless for live sports, which is incredibly frustrating. This product is a joke—save yourself the hassle and invest in something better.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Its non of damage .so thisbis my first purchase on used item how ever as a hoped its good condition
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Postive Outlook
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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As soon as I get Rid of CABLE, I'll jnow more!!.Highly recommended!!:):)
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Best over air antenna- stand alone
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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A little difficult to tune, without a meter or power indicator.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hd antenna
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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It works except for channel 2. It doesn't stay sticking to my wall it fell off but it's good.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Best Buy Essentials Ultra-Thin, HDTV antenna
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
So so, good but channel 7 ABC news no working, what it happens?
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Not working for me
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If you’re on the South Shore in Massachusetts, this won’t pick up many (if any) channels. The only 2-3 that came in clearly were stations in Spainish, which is of no use to me
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
antenna
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Didn't pick up very many channels. I can't seem to get locals.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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Hi StaceyP,
Thanks for taking the time and effort to leave a review about our Best Buy essentials™ - Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna - 35 Mile Range - Black/White (BE-ANT200HA). We apologize that you are experiencing issues getting the local channels with this product. We take quality control very seriously, and we would like to investigate this further. Please contact us directly at 1-866-597-8427 or use the link below to reach us so we can discuss your experience and find a solution.
Shai | Best Buy essentials Support https://www.bestbuy.com/site/best-buy-brands/support/pcmcat1693515381920.c?id=pcmcat1693515381920
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
open box bad idea
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
did not work without all of the proper parts in the box
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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Hi DavidSz,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Best Buy essentials™ - Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna - 35 Mile Range - Black/White. I understand you found it uncomfortable to use and that can be discouraging. We are continuously working on improving our products and their designs, so we definitely appreciate your feedback. If you have any questions or concerns, please use the link below to reach us and also you can contact this phone number 888-237-8289 for further assistance.
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Pros mentioned:
Channel count, Picture quality, Reception
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
It just works.
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Brilliant. Super thin and I'm shocked at how well it works. I've gone down the rabbit hole on finding the right OTA antenna and was overwhelmed by the choices. Thanks to Wirecutter's recommendation, I found this item and bought it right away. So glad I did. Plugged it in, scanned the channels, and boom! Suddenly I had ~100 OTA channels. I'm a cord-cutter but wanted an antenna to increase my access to live sports on major networks without paying for expensive alternative-to-cable live TV streaming subscriptions. This definitely does the trick and brings me a crystal-clear picture for cheap.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Best Buy CustomerSupport
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Hi LoMike! Thank you so much for purchasing our Best Buy essentials™ - Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna - 35 Mile Range - Black/White. Glad we contributed to your overall satisfaction of your own home entertainment. Looking forward to doing more business with you in the future!
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought this antenna when there was some streaming dispute between Direct TV and the NFL or something. I had no idea there was this issue as I am not a big NFL fan. I just needed to get an antenna for the college games. I searched through the BB website and decided on a powered unit. When I got to the store, this was literally the only antenna they had on the shelf. Everything was sold out. I figured I would give it a try since I was already there. Hooked it up. Nothing. No signal input detected. I was moving this thing all over the place. Holding it up with one arm and had the other arm in the air moving it around trying to get a signal. What the heck? I had a cheap 8 year old RCA antenna in place before this purchase and the same thing. So I figured this was no better than that one. Went in to TV settings to see if I could figure anything out. Did a channel search, and what do you know? It found about 30 local channels. I forgot that I had gotten a new TV during the off season of college ball and never did a channel search with the old antenna. DUH! Well I didn't tell my wife that and said to her, look how nice the picture is with this new antenna! Great, high def picture. It does cut out once in a while, but I have the antenna mounted behind a 75 inch screen that I have pushed back all the way against the wall on a TV mount. So with it being blocked that much, it still gets a pretty darn good picture. It is def better than the old RCA antenna because with that one, I would have to pull it out from behind the TV for it to get a signal. I don't watch antenna TV very much at all but when I do, this antenna makes it easy. Would buy again and would recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Picture quality, Range
Cons mentioned:
Signal strength
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
As good as expected but not perfect
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought for a Manhattan apartment located north of the Empire State building, and the only windows are facing north. I placed this near the top of the window hoping it could catch reflected waves off the building opposite the window. I'm able to receive all the major broadcast channels except for PBS (unfortunately, the most important for me). In the rain, the signal is interrupted, but otherwise it's clear. I might try a signal amplifier to see if that helps with PBS. Bottom line: works as well as can be expected, but sadly not perfect.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Channel count, Ease of use
Cons mentioned:
Mounting
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Just what I needed and right price.
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great buy! Took it home, hooked it up, didn't go through too much trouble to hang it any particular place. Just the most convenient. Received 60+ channels first try. Still going strong. Would be better without 2 sided sticky tape, maybe something that can be easily moved around. Recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Range
Cons mentioned:
Mounting
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Antenna works as expected
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My goal was the main local broadcast stations. I got both the UHF and VHF ones as well as a number of additional stations installed on a main floor TV. I am satisfied with this purchase. I wish it had a hole in the top for hanging from an existing nail on the wall. I drilled a small hole myself. I did not wish to use the sticky mount. Felt like a risk of puling off paint if removed.
We're thrilled to hear that our product helped you achieve your goal of accessing local broadcast stations, including both UHF and VHF ones, along with additional channels installed on your main floor TV. Your satisfaction with your purchase is our utmost priority, and we're grateful for your feedback. We understand your concern about the mounting options and apologize for any inconvenience. We'll certainly take your suggestion into consideration for future product improvements. If you have any further questions or feedback, please feel free to reach out to us. Thank you for choosing our product! Keith | BestBuy Essentials Support https://www.bestbuy.com/site/best-buy-essentials-thin-indoor-hdtv-antenna-35-mile-range-black-white/6454218.p?skuId=6454218
Pros mentioned:
Picture quality, Reception
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
inexpensive indoor antenna
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
great for an indoor inexpensive antenna. Have to move it around a bit to get reception and all the channels available. Was able to pick up 37 channels clearly.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Range, Reception
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great indoor antenna!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This antenna is a great value for the cost. It was easy to install and I get great reception. I am able to get a lot of channels (unexpected) and it seems to have a great range to pick these channels up. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for "free" tv!!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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Thank you, Kevin, for your positive feedback on the Best Buy essentials™ - Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna! We're glad you're enjoying the ease of installation, great reception, and the value it provides. We appreciate your business! - Mae | BestBuy Essential Support