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Model:
NS-HTSB20S
SKU:
6584143
Your price for this item is $49.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 355 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers have good things to say about the 2.0 Mini Soundbar 20"’s sound quality, compact size, and ease of use. Many appreciate its value for the price and the convenience of features like Bluetooth connectivity. While some users wish for HDMI ARC capabilities, the positive feedback on sound quality and ease of setup outweighs this concern. The inclusion of a remote control is also a frequently cited plus.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Sound volume and quality??

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is not what we expected… our TV sound did not improve

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for reaching out and sharing your feedback regarding the Insignia™ 2.0 Mini Soundbar. I’m sorry to hear that the sound volume and quality did not meet your expectations.

      Our goal is to enhance your audio experience, and I understand how disappointing it can be when a product doesn’t deliver as anticipated. There are a few factors that might affect sound quality, such as the settings on your TV or the connection method used. I would be happy to assist you in troubleshooting these issues.

      If you’d like, please provide more details about how you have the soundbar connected and any settings you've tried adjusting. We’re here to help ensure you get the most out of your soundbar.

      Thank you for your understanding, and I look forward to assisting you further! BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Mr

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It sounded terrible. I took it back the same day for a refund.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great little mini sound bar!

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    Tech Insider Network Member
    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you are looking to get a little better sound out of your TV speakers or computer speakers. This might be just the little sound bar you are looking for! Its basically a sound bar that has been compressed into a smaller form factor that is probably about ¼ of the size of a regular sound bar. It measures only 20 inches wide and about 2 ½ inches deep. Out of the box it feels like a pretty solid product. You get a remote control as well as audio and optical cables. There is also included mounting hardware if you did want to mount this to the wall under a TV. For connections to the device, there is 1 x 3.5mm audio, 1 x USB-A, 1 x Optical digital audio. IT can also connect via Bluetooth as well. Be sure to note that there is NOT an HDMI connection. I use this to sit under my computer monitor, but it would also work well under a small TV or just as a standalone Bluetooth speaker. Now lets get to the sound quality. It is a lot smaller than a normal sound bar, so, as you would expect, the sound you get out of it will reflect that. You aren’t going to get booming bass or room filling sound or anything like that. But it will definitely be an upgrade from most speakers you will find that are built into a TV or a computer monitor. I found that listening to TV or music was quite enjoyable on this little speaker. I found the sound quality to be better than I was expecting for such a small and inexpensive device. You do get a good balance of bass, mids, and highs. On the remote you can also adjust the bass level and there are also 3 listening modes (theater, standard, and news) that you can switch to based on what you are listening to. Overall, for the price and the small form factor, this is a great upgrade for your TV or computer to get better sound quality without breaking the bank. Definitely check it out!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your detailed review of the Insignia™ 2.0 Mini Soundbar 20"! We're delighted to hear that it has enhanced your audio experience for both your computer and TV. We appreciate your thorough feedback on its features and performance.

      We understand that the lack of an HDMI connection might be a drawback for some users, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Your insights on the sound quality and the various listening modes are incredibly valuable and will surely help future customers make an informed decision.

      If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help and ensure you have the best experience with our products. Thank you for choosing Insignia™! -Rolf | Insignia Support https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-2-0-mini-soundbar-20-black/6584143.p?skuId=6584143 BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good sound

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So, let’s be clear, this soundbar won’t give you a home theater experience. But it’s way better than using your TV or monitor speakers. The sound is richer and louder than most TVs can do, but you won’t get that immersive experience. I thought this would be perfect for my youngest son’s room. He likes to watch his shows in his room, but he uses the sound from the TV. This was a huge upgrade from what he had before. We connected the optical digital output from his TV to the soundbar. It also has the traditional AUX input, so you can go that route. But it doesn’t have an HDMI passthrough, so you’ll be limited to using the AUX or optical connections to get sound going. It was a bit disappointing that HDMI pass through wasn’t included, but it still worked for us, so we’re good. Another idea I had was to use it at work. I have a big PC panel that I use for presentations, and right now I use the sound from the panel when I need to show something. I thought this would be perfect for that. It would fit well on the shelf under the panel, and since it has AUX, I can use it on the PC that’s integrated into the panel. Oh, and you can mount this on the wall under your screen, but we decided to set it on the entertainment center under my son’s TV. I’m sure it would look great mounted, especially if your TV is mounted and all the cables are hidden in the walls. The sound is super clear and rich. You get a nice tight bass, but it’s not the same as if you were rocking a standalone subwoofer. My son loves this little soundbar. He says his video games and shows sound much better with it installed. It’s a nice little upgrade to his setup.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your detailed feedback! We're glad to hear that our soundbar has been a significant upgrade for your son's room and that it enhances his viewing and gaming experience. We appreciate your insights on the setup options and the sound quality. While we understand your disappointment about the lack of HDMI passthrough, we're happy to know that the AUX and optical connections are working well for you. Your creative idea of using it for presentations at work is fantastic! We're thrilled that the soundbar fits your needs in multiple settings.

      - Carl | Insignia Products BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound; perfect size and price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This sound bar presents awesome value. It's loud (when turned up), it keeps the three basic audio channels (high, mid, bass) clear and distinct in the mix, and it's small enough to comfortably sit on your TV stand without almost falling over the edge. You obviously won't get the same thudding, depth charge bass that you would if this came with a standalone speaker, but your honestly won't care. Sound reproduction is really good for any viewing use (TV, movie, or videogame), and you won't be anywhere near maximum value before the device is pumping out some really killer sound. Hookups include optical audio and more conventional inputs, so this should definitely be compatible with your set. This is strongly recommended for anyone who isn't happy with your TV's built-in speakers, or who (like me) had them fail over time and wants a way to resurrect a quality TV without an expensive repair or replacement. I'm really happy this sound bar was able to save the audio on my HDTV after the weak TV speakers decided to churn out some annoying squelching noise. The unit is small enough, too, to drop right in front of your set without having to move anything, or, conceivably, to mount on a wall. The remote has all the necessary audio settings you need, too, so you don't have to worry about fiddling with the physical controls if you want to change something. Strongly recommended to either boost your audio or else to fix a problem with your TV's speakers. Surprisingly good compared to my sound bar which cost twice as much. In short - great quality for the money and a great way of enhancing your home theater experience.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on the Insignia™ 2.0 Mini Soundbar. We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality, compact design, and overall value of our product.

      Your insights on the clarity of the audio channels and the versatility of the input options are greatly appreciated. We designed this soundbar with the intention of providing an enhanced audio experience for various media, and it’s gratifying to know that it has met your expectations, especially as a solution for your TV's built-in speakers.

      We also appreciate your comments about the convenience of the remote control and the soundbar's ability to fit seamlessly into your space. Our goal is to create products that not only deliver excellent sound but also integrate easily into your home environment.

      Thank you once again for your strong recommendation! Your satisfaction inspires us to continue improving our products and ensuring that we provide the best possible audio experience. If you have any further feedback or questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Sound quality
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The little bar that could.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My use case for this soundbar wasn't for a home theatre setup in a movie room, but for my bedroom and small TV. As you can guess the speakers on the TV aren't great and I feel like I have the volume all the way up and can barely hear, so having a smaller mini-sound bar to give me 2.0 sound for late night TV is a definite step up. These gives good sound for the occasional TV Drama and Youtube video I grab at night before bed so I'm happy with that. I even did a movie the other night and it wasn't horrible, but again I didn't get this for cinema sound I got it so I could actually hear my TV and enjoy some shows and technical Youtube videos and I find this sound bar has the right sound for what I wanted and am happy with it. Setup was simple enough, just plug it into the TV, and being about 20" fit pefectly on my TV stand below my 32 inch panel. I don't have the TV mounted to the wall, but this would be just as easy to mount if needed, looking at. Overall for my useage case to get improved sound in my bedroom for late night viewing I couldn't be happier with this little bar.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for sharing your detailed experience. We are delighted to hear that the soundbar has significantly improved your late-night TV viewing in your bedroom. It's great to know that the setup was simple and that it fits perfectly on your TV stand. We appreciate your feedback on the sound quality for TV dramas, YouTube videos, and even the occasional movie. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we are glad to have met your expectations.

      Keith | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great soundbar!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Dont listen to the other reviewer. If you get a bunk product, get it replaced, dont give the item a one star review. Anyway, for a REAL review: This soundbar is EXCELLENT. I originally purchased this in 2021 and it’s still worked brilliantly for me to this day (10/13/2024). I was initally using an optical cable to connect my Xbox directly to the soundbar. After maybe a year this stopped working and sound stopped playing through the soundbar. This is most likely just due to Xbox’s massive restrictions when it comes to soundbars. I switched to RCA cables that connect to my monitor instead and haven’t had an issue since! The speaker gets LOUD and I’ve never found myself wanting another soundbar or speaker. I’ve also used this to connect to my projector for movie nights and it has never let me down. All this for $50 is a steal of a deal. I’ll be getting a second one soon for my husband’s monitor/Xbox set-up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your detailed and positive feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that your soundbar has been working brilliantly for you since 2021 and that it continues to deliver excellent performance. It’s great to know that switching to RCA cables resolved the issue you experienced with the optical connection. We’re also glad to hear that the soundbar enhances your movie nights and gaming setup. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we appreciate your recommendation. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Enjoy your soundbar and happy listening! Keith | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth, Size
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Space saver.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like that this is small which saves on space. But I was hoping it had better sound than what it does. I have a monitor that has built in speakers that do not get too loud and has no remote. The sound from this felt maybe a tad louder than my monitor does so not much difference. But at least it came with a remote so I can adjust sound without having to get up. Why 2 stars from me. Sound as I mentioned was less then what I thought it would be. Also when using the aux for sound at times it will start to just make a humming like noise and I have to turn it on and off to get it to stop. It does not have hdmi for arc connecting I like that it comes with a remote. I like that it was easy to pair and switch between Bluetooth and aux. Made it easy to listen to music thru phone or watch a movie. It comes with a template to assist in mounting it if you prefer that. I use a TV tray that is wide and this fit perfectly under my monitor on the tray. Overall I was not pleased with how this performed personally. If you want a smaller soundbar that is not very loud and you can plug in via fiber optic, aux cord or Bluetooth than this is for you. I prefer something louder and can connect via hdmi.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your detailed feedback. We're glad to hear that you appreciate the compact size, the remote control, and the ease of pairing and switching between Bluetooth and aux. We apologize for the sound quality not meeting your expectations and the issues with the aux connection. Your input is valuable to us, and we'll consider it for future improvements.

      - Carl | Insignia Products BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simply easy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Well much like the box says this is best for a bedroom or an office. I couldn't agree more. Most televisions nowadays have down firing or backfiring speakers which means the sound is muffled. It's off or you have to cut it up to a thousand to hear it. This is a basic run-of-the-mill soundbar that gets the job done. The two in 2.0 indicates that it's a left and a right so it's forward firing and it's got a slight bit of surround to it with isolated left and right speakers. The 0 in 2.0 isn't exactly what you think. To a novice. You may add a subwoofer to this because the soundbar itself is inexpensive. I wouldn't spend more than another $50 a soundbar to go with it and I would stay with the same brand insignia. There's probably some compliment to having the same brand work together. I haven't found a subwoofer yet. I was hoping to have a big time. Subwoofer to go with it but at a display price. Still holding out the hope. As it says on the box, I recommend this for a bedroom or a home office. Keep it simple.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your detailed feedback. We are glad to hear that you find the soundbar suitable for a bedroom or office, and appreciate your insights on its performance and setup. Your recommendation to pair it with a subwoofer, especially from the same brand, is valuable. We hope you find the perfect subwoofer to complete your setup. Keith | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good sound for the price.

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I needed a speaker for playing around with a synthesizer without a speaker of it's own and this was a cheaper option than buying more expensive studio monitors. Plus, this is compact enough that I can move it around between devices and use it with my phone or smart devices over bluetooth.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My ears feel nice

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    this thing is so beautiful, I've never heard sound like this before. Crisp alright.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Hi there! Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the Insignia™ 2.0 Mini Soundbar. It's wonderful to know that the sound quality is impressing you and making your ears feel nice. If you have any other comments or need assistance, feel free to reach out. Enjoy the crisp, beautiful sound! |Angelica| Insignia Products| BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Got it on sale for $20 and love it!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great bang for your buck! I primarily use it for my gaming setup, and it does the job!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Soundbar

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wasn’t hard to connect to the tv got it done in less than 20 minutes

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Just good

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Don’t expect a booming system, I’ve heard Bluetooth speakers with more bass than this. However, it’s way better than the TV speakers and for the price you can’t ask for much more.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your honest assessment. While it may not have the booming bass of some Bluetooth speakers, we’re glad to hear that it still offers a significant improvement over TV speakers. For the price, it’s great to know that it meets your expectations. If you have any other thoughts or suggestions, we’d love to hear them!
      Keith | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice little speaker

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fit the bill for our small family room. Easy to set up and use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your review, Paulderman! We're glad to hear that the Insignia™ 2.0 Mini Soundbar fits perfectly in your small family room and that it was easy to set up and use. If you have any other feedback or need assistance, feel free to reach out. Enjoy your enhanced audio experience!

      - Shiela | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia