Customers express satisfaction with the S55H soundbar's exceptional sound quality and deep bass. Many appreciate its ease of setup and user-friendly design, while the inclusion of Dolby Atmos is also frequently praised. However, some users experienced issues with connectivity and HDMI ARC functionality.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Immersion experience
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This sound system was exactly what I wanted and needed. Watching top gun maverick was AWESOME
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Sound of Smile
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Purchased this soundbar a week after buying a TCL 50" TV. Being a technically challenged 74 year old, the set up was relatively simple. And the sound, amazing compared to what I had before, theater like. Plus bluetooth, I play my iTunes through it. Really enjoy it, worth its value to me, but we old people impress easily. Quite happy with it!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from TCLExpert
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Hi GerardM,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your soundbar thus far! Our soundbars are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great audio experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our soundbars have to offer. Enjoy!
Thank you,
Sara TCL Customer Support
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good quality
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very good quality. The sound fills up my large living room with clear and clean sound.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
TCL sound bar w / subwoofer
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love my new tcl
Sound bar ! It's compact but sound quality is on point
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great performance for the price
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very big sound for such a small device. I’m not using this in a home theater capacity by any means, but for general consumption of streaming content, it is very impressive.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sound bar
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Easy set up. Works with my old Apple TV remote. Works well
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from TCLExpert
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Hi JoetteW,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your soundbar thus far! Our soundbars are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great audio experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our soundbars have to offer. Enjoy!
Thank you,
Sara TCL Customer Support
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
My sound!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Sounds great. Easy to connect to my device. I bought a LG tv and was able to make the sound much better.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Outdoor bar
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
really good sound really good quality great for an outdoor bar!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sub woofer
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great quality for the price definitely recommend buying
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
TCL S55H Soundbar
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Awesome soundbar at a great price with dolby atmos!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great quality! Great price!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works seamlessly with my TCL Roku tv!!!
Great sound! Cant beat tge price!
Woul recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ricky
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Worked with tv great easy set with tv my wife really thinks it make a difference
I would recommend this to a friend
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Connectivity
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Good for a while and then not great
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Soundbar worked well for a few weeks. After week 3 it started to sound weird (muffled sounds like underwater) it also keeps disconnecting from the subwoofer from time to time.
So I have to keep pairing the subwoofer to the soundbar.
It also says out loud each time you change the setting (Bluetooth, HDMI ARC) or change the treble, bass and that’s quite annoying.
My 10 year old soundbar from Samsung never did that and never had issues. I wish I never bought this one. I reached to the TCL team and they can’t do anything about it. If you buy it from Best Buy get the protection plan.
I also don’t like how it announces everything.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from TCLExpert
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Hi KevinM,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're sorry to hear that you may be experiencing some trouble with your soundbar. We would love the opportunity to look into this for you to see if we can assist you. We'd like to gather more information to better understand what is occurring. Please reach out to us at [email protected] with your contact information and a description of what you need help with. Someone will get back to you as soon as they can.
Thank you,
Sara TCL Customer Support
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Sound bar
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I got it on sale for $100 and its so worth it. Even at the $130 price its great. Its a very nice looking bar and sub looks real nice also. The sound its amazing for a budget bar. Bass its good enough also specially when playing music for such a small sub. Bluetooth works perfect and Hdmi arc also works perfect. With Hdmi arc the bar will turn on and off when turning tv on and off and the tv remote will turn volume up and down on the bar also. Settings are simple to adjust. Great sound bar overall.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from TCLExpert
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Hi Edward,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your soundbar thus far! Our soundbars are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great audio experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our soundbars have to offer. Enjoy!
Thank you,
Sara TCL Customer Support
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Ease of use, Setup, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sound Bar and Subwoofer great value!
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The sound bar and subwoofer were exactly as described. They were incredibly easy to set up and pair with my TV. The sound quality is very good for the price.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Slim sleek design and good sound dosent take up a lot of space
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Dorm to Doorstep: Unleash Dolby Atmos Fury
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I moved into my college apartment with barely enough space for a small TV, let alone a full home theater setup. When I stumbled on the TCL S55H at Best Buy for under $100, I figured why not give it a shot—and I’m so glad I did. The sleek black soundbar fits perfectly under my wall‑mounted TV, and the included free wall‑mount kit made installation a breeze.
Despite its compact footprint, the S55H packs a punch with Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual\:X support, delivering genuinely immersive audio that makes late‑night study breaks feel like cinematic escape missions. Whether I’m replaying lecture recordings or winding down with a movie, the spatial sound really brings every scene to life in my small living room.
The wireless subwoofer (5.5″ driver with Bass Boost) fills the room with rich, deep bass without rattling the walls or disturbing my roommates. Even at lower volumes during “quiet hours,” the bass maintains clarity thanks to the Ai Sonic auto room calibration, which tailors the output perfectly to my space.
Connectivity couldn’t be simpler: I stream study playlists over Bluetooth, plug my laptop into the HDMI eARC port for crystal‑clear audio, and even use the USB input for quick access to saved podcasts. The included HDMI cable and wireless remote control meant I was fully set up in under 10 minutes.
For anyone in a cramped college apartment craving next‑level sound without the hassle or price tag, the TCL S55H from Best Buy is a game‑changer. It’s transformed my apartment into both a study haven and a social hub—and at this price, it’s an absolute steal.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Connectivity
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
TCL Speaker
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Overall, the product is good for what I need it for, unfortunately, it’s not wireless, I have to use HDMI to connect it to my TV. Other than that, it’s a sleek and minimal product and
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Surprisingly deep sound for a compact system!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I purchased this 2.1 channel soundbar on a whim as I was having friends over for a movie night in my new home and wanted something with a little more 'oomph' than the speakers in that came with my TCL TV. It was $40 off, has BT for using with my phone, came with a 1-year warranty, and I liked that it claimed to integrate well with my TCL TV.
Having spent a better part of my life as a sound enthusiast, and a part-time-DJ, I didn't expect to be impressed whatsoever by a system with a 5.5" driver for the wireless sub. I use a Mackie 18" powered subwoofer with my PA system, so it takes a lot to impress me when it comes to bass. However, overall, the sound that comes from this system is actually quite impressive! Will it shake the walls and give you heart palpitations? No, and you shouldn't be expecting that from something this size and price. But it will add a fullness to your audio that no TV speakers are going to touch.
The soundbar itself is quite hefty and feels very premium. The sub is somewhat lightweight and doesn't feel quite as premium, but it's small and won't be the center of attention right below the screen like the soundbar. Something I didn't expect was a complete remote that has some additional functions, and when you connect the system via eARC, the remote will allow you to control the TV volume.
Speaking of connections, setup was a breeze. If your TV is not recognizing it via the eARC HDMI port, try a different HDMI port first. That prompted the system to recognize it and asked me to plug it into the eARC HDMI port. The wireless sub instantly paired with the soundbar, but I understand if necessary you can manually pair it.
One tiny gripe miss is that there is an orange status LED on the back of the sub to indicate power/connection. It slowly pulses at all times. Hardly noticeable as it's not particularly bright, but some might find it irritating reflecting off whatever is behind the sub. If it was just a solid-lit LED that would be less distracting.
The overall system can get VERY loud and I did not detect any distortion. I definitely feel like I got more than my money's worth out of this little system and would recommend it to anyone looking for a small upgrade for their AV setup.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The product is of very good quality
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The product is of very good quality, has excellent sound, and is easy to operate. I loved it and I recommend it to others.