The best soundbars to boost your TV audio in 2025

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . TVs are getting slimmer and sleeker, but that often comes at the expense of sound quality. Built-in speakers just don’t cut it when you want room-filling audio for movies, gaming or even just hearing dialogue clearly. That’s where a good soundbar comes in — an easy space-saving way to dramatically improve your TV’s audio without the hassle of a full home theater system. Whether you’re after a Dolby Atmos setup for immersive surround sound, a compact, budget-friendly option or a feature-packed soundbar with smart assistant support, there’s something out there to match your needs. Table of contents The post-CES soundbar outlook for 2025 I typically come out of CES with a pretty clear understanding of the new soundbars that are coming for the year, but that wasn’t exactly ... Read full article.