Customer Ratings & Reviews

I picked up the Insignia 5.1.2 Channel Home Theater Soundbar from Best Buy and honestly, it’s one of the best affordable sound systems you can get right now. For the price (often well under $200 on sale), this setup blows away most single 2.1 or even some 5.1 soundbars out there — especially if you factor in the included wireless subwoofer and surround speakers. Sound Quality: • The audio is rich and immersive for the price point, with the subwoofer delivering surprisingly solid bass that brings movies and music to life.  • With 5.1.2 channels and support for Dolby Atmos & DTS:X, it really feels like a true surround setup — great for movie nights or gaming sessions. Easy Setup: You only need a power supply and a few cables to get started — no complicated receivers or wiring. The wireless connectivity for the subwoofer and rear speakers makes placement flexible and gives that real home theatre experience without the headache. Value for Money: Considering what’s included and how it performs, this soundbar is totally worth the price — beating many brand options in the same low-cost category. Many users have mentioned how impressed they are with the clarity and depth of sound you get at this price. Final Thoughts: If you’re looking for great sound without spending big bucks, the Insignia 5.1.2 system offers excellent value, easy setup, and surround sound that punches above its weight. Highly recommended for anyone upgrading from TV speakers or basic 2.1 systems.

The product arrived right on time and in perfect condition. Overall, it’s a very solid sound system: the audio quality is quite good and the 5.1.2 channel setup is clearly noticeable, providing a truly immersive experience. I’ve tested it with content from various streaming platforms, and it detects Dolby Atmos and DTS:X formats without any issues. It works exactly as described. Excellent value for the price.

Amazing surround sound experience at a fantastic insignia brand price. We didn't understand how basic the speakers on our TV were till we installed this system. Would buy it again in a heartbeat.

This is the solution I was looking for, great sound, easy set up, best of all no wires. The sound from my living room did not travel well, i would have to turn the tv up to a really high volume. Once i purchased and installed this sorround sound it solved that problem. Once the main unit is connted to the tv the subwoofer and other little boxes only requires a power source. This system deliver quality sound and has greatly improved my viewing experience. Even casually playing music from my phone, a great purchase and value for money.

It's really beautiful and Great speaker especially for movies shows and gaming you can really hear the sound effects do to the sound bar.

For the price it’s a really good buy. The sound is ok but you won’t be disappointed. I have it set up in a my living room. The bass is just right overall 8/10

Great introductory 5 point system, good clarity and decent bass. Easy set up, make sure your tv and inputs support and are set up for Dolby 5.1

Surround sound set up is awesome , works great , sounds great , sub slams !! Satellite speaker are Bluetooth and put out great sound , the sound bar is very nice .

Overall very please. Great price point. Good sound.

Decent not strong enough. Lacks equaliser and limited options. Would have loved some basic customisation options. The LED never goes off when it’s on

The center channel is pretty weak. Forcing me to use volume leveling and dialogue boosting features of my TV (using earc). Otherwise good value for money if you get it on sale.

Solid 5.1.2 ch soundbar system. Totally different enjoyment for watching movie or play games. Worth for its value.

It is so amazing and affordable that I can’t believed!

Satellite speakers are disconnecting every time. And satellite speakers sound is very low. Bass is not so great.

Sunds really good but the leveling of the audio when using the bluetooth isn't great, sounds like the voices are drowning in bass and synth

I’ve been testing this Insignia soundbar for 2 weeks now, and I must say that I really enjoy this one. The front stage does most of the heavy lifting, and it handles it well. With all the media I’ve watched, the dialogue stays clear, music has heft, and there is some noticeable height when Atmos is on. It’s not the full sound bubble as most Dolby Atmos systems purport, but it does a really good job for my smaller room. There are no up-firing speakers in the rear channels, but there is lift in the front channels. Also, since the rear speakers don’t have height drivers, the surround stays more horizontal than vertical, but it’s still immersive enough to pull you into the movie depending on how you have the room set. Where this soundbar really surprised me is DTS:X. I don’t know if it’s the codec or just the way the tuning is done, but this thing hits harder with DTS:X mixes than Atmos. One of my reference test movies is “Bad Boys for Life” on 4K Blu-ray (an IMAX Enhanced disc), and with DTS:X on everything, it just feels fuller and more robust. The two particular scenes are in the opening scene with the Meek Mill song playing as they raced to the hospital, and the final scene with Martin Lawrence shooting the glass roof, dropping shards at the bad guys. It all surrounds you in a way that feels more natural and super immersive. My room setup is about 10x13 with 10-foot ceilings, and the sound filled it without needing to crank volume up. I had it at 24 to have a good time. The setup was very simple: no pairing issues, no hidden settings menu, just plug in, adjust levels, and done. The only real drawback was the connection options. There’s only HDMI OUT, no HDMI IN, AUX IN, and Power input. So make sure your TV has at least 3 HDMI ports if you’re running a game console, cable box, or streaming device. It’s not a dealbreaker, just something to know before you buy. Aesthetically, the soundbar is just decent. Solid grill on the front sound bar with a mesh fabric concealing the up-firing speakers. The buttons on top are oversized, which at first looked a little goofy, but honestly, it makes them easy to see and use if you’re older or lose your remote at night. One of the main downsides is that the LED indicator light on the front does not turn off. Well, I do appreciate it for notifying you of your current setting and input; it would be great if you could reduce the brightness because it could be distracting while watching a movie. All in all, it’s not trying to compete with a $1,000 system, but for what it is and what it costs, it is actually commendable. Clear sound, strong DTS:X performance, simple setup, and respectable presence in the room. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly option, I would definitely recommend it. 4.25/5

Insignia is Best Buy’s brand is often associated as “budget,” which can be thought of as “cheap.” I’ve owned Insignia products in the past and found them to be pretty reliable. I think the better descriptor is great value. So far, I’ve been pretty impressed with the Insignia 5.1.2 soundbar. The setup is dead simple - although I have a few qualms with hiding wires - and the sound is a terrific upgrade from a TV’s speakers. IN THE BOX As you can see in the photos, inside the box is the soundbar (which is about 40 inches long) a subwoofer, which is about 17 inches high and 8 inches in width, two smaller satellite (rear speakers) which are pretty tiny (about 3-4 inches tall and 6 inches wide), 4 power cables (one for each item), a remote, and wall mounting hardware. One small omission, I didn’t see AAA batteries for the remote in the box. SETUP You have several options to connect your soundbar to your source. There’s HDMI, which requires eARC on your TV (most newer TVs support it), optical audio, and a headphone jack. There’s not multiple HDMI ports like you’d find in a receiver. So if you had a gaming system or HDMI stick you wanted to watch/play from, you’d need to plug that into the TV itself and not the soundbar. I have a small room with a projector, and the projector doesn’t support eARC HDMI, so I had to take the auxiliary route. Setup is dead simple, so long as you have nearby power outlets. Each device, as you would expect, requires to be plugged in. And for the most part, they’ll be plugged in at different spots in the room. So you will need to keep in mind what outlets you have as you’ll likely be using 4 separate outlets. Of course, you can always utilize extension cords where needed, just something to keep in mind. The three of the power cords are the same, the plug that goes into the speaker is bent, while the 4th is straight. The straight one goes into the soundbar while the others go into the other speakers. Set up is truly as easy as plugging everything in. There’s a pair button on the back of the satellite speakers (the only button on the back) but I didn’t need to push it. Once I had everything plugged in and turned on the soundbar, everything just worked. No pairing needed. Really, it doesn’t get any easier than that. Of course, if you were to mount any of the speakers - which you’ll likely want to - that will complicate the installation but that’s something you’d have to do with any soundbar. There is an installation template that you can use to help place the screws on the wall to mount the soundbar. SOUND QUALITY I have to mention that this is a Dolby Atmos soundbar with satellite speakers. Atmos gives you some terrific surround sound with a minimal number of speakers. That’s because there’s additional speakers in the soundbar itself that fires sound upwards and to the sides that bounce off the wall, mimicking surround. I should note that not all TV shows or sports have Dolby Atmos, is typically (at least in my experience) reserved for movies. I found the audio to be extremely crisp and clear. The sound quality is really well balanced and there’s depth. Characters further away on screen sound further away and vice versa. It really filled the room especially with background scores playing but again, the dialogue would come through really clear and understandable. The bass is pretty good, it’s rich and punchy but could resonate a little deeper. Explosions and gunfire however, sounded pretty darn good. I could hear bullets whizzing behind me in war scenes which really helps create an immersive effect. Again, my room is a medium to small sized room. I thought the audio was plenty loud, balanced and clear. It was a pretty immersive experience watching football as well as movies. It absolutely beats the socks off any TV speaker, but if you have a larger room you might want to consider a more powerful option. CONCLUSION Surround setups can get extremely complicated and extremely expensive. This Insignia model is a terrific value. It looks very streamlined and professional. The build quality is great and the setup is dead simple. The only minor downside is the need for 4 separate plug outlets and extra work needed to hide power cables when mounting on the walls (if you so choose).

I recently purchased the Insignia 5.1.2 Channel Home Theater Soundbar from Best Buy and wanted to share my feedback on the system. Given its price point, it is an exceptional value that outperforms many 2.1 and 5.1 alternatives in the same category. The sound quality is impressive, featuring rich, immersive audio supported by a wireless subwoofer that provides significant depth to both films and music. With 5.1.2 channels and support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, the system delivers a genuine surround sound experience suitable for movies and gaming. The setup process is straightforward, requiring only a power supply and minimal cabling without the need for a complex receiver. The wireless connectivity for the subwoofer and rear speakers allows for flexible placement while maintaining a clean aesthetic. Overall, this system offers excellent performance for its cost and is a highly recommended upgrade from standard television speakers or entry-level soundbars.

I got the sound bar system on sale for under $150 bucks. I wasnt expecting much, but figured for the price it would be an upgrade over the standard tv speakers. I will start by saying I have never had an easier quicker experience setting up a surround sound system. It took about 10 minutes. Everything connected easily. Compared to Vizio and the hisense soundbar systems the Insignia was by far the easiest of them to hook up and experience immediate results. Now lets get to the sound. After turning on, I was blown away by the sound. It sounded better then my old 5.1 receiver and speaker system and also better than my more expensive vizio system. The sound is is clear voices are clear and the rear speakers really add to the system. They are not quiet by any means. The sub woofer really packs a punch and I can hear the rumble throughout the house. If you are looking to upgrade your home theatre system on a budget i highly recommend this system.

Excellent Sound for the Price This Insignia surround sound system exceeded our expectations. The audio is crisp with great bass, and dialogue is much clearer than our TV’s built-in speakers. Setup was straightforward, and the system paired with our TV without any issues. It’s a big upgrade for movie nights and everyday viewing. Highly recommend if you want great sound without spending a fortune. Best part is all wireless and Bluetooth. Just hooked the hdmi to the tv and all speakers paired in seconds