Philips TAB5109 Soundbar 2.0 with Immersive DTS Virtual:X Audio Technology - Dolby Digital Plus Compatible, 120W Max Power, Bluetooth 5.4, Four EQ Modes, HDMI ARC and USB connectivity - Dark Grey

I’ve had this soundbar for 6 months now, so it’s a proper tried and tested review. Overall, I’m really happy with it. I have it connected by HDMI (ARC) to a Philips TV and it works great, though I have had the occasional drop-out where it’s lost its marbles a bit - nothing too major though, as on the whole it's been good. Set up was very simple and didn't take any time at all. It’s also really handy as a Bluetooth speaker to play music from your phone or iPad. For the price, you can't really complain. It's a solid bit of kit and definitely great value for money.

This is an excellent bit of kit. The sound is very impressive. Nice easy functions. Connects very well to my Philips tv and fills the lounge well with really good sound. Matches the tv well with colour scheme and not intrusive displays on the front. Just a discreet light when in operation. And red when muted. Remote control is simple and effective. And there is also an app available to fine tune your preferred settings. Fits nicely under my tv on the cabinet but will be fitting it to the tv bracket as just bought the soundbar bracket for the tv bracket. All in all a good purchase and a great price.

Why did you choose this product over others?: Cost and previous reviews

For it only being less than £85 when I got this soundboard, have to save I'm impressed...Ok I have a bose 600 dolby atmosphere soundboard, in another room..But the bose is on another level and costing 6 times more than the Philips.. Having said that for a medium size room the Philips gives out a impressive sound, with various modes a virtual surround sound ...I would recommend this Philips soundbar if your on a budget..Well worth the price tag.

Works straight out of the box and a daughter immediately said wow it’s like having a home cinema. Crazy great powerful sound and that’s just the default settings. Can’t wait to watch a movie with it. For the price bargain.

I can't give this 5 stars, sadly. The sound quality is excellent on jack, optical and BT. Adding a fourth issue. The volume comes on low and then seems to ramp itself up. So initially you turn the volume up only to be blasted a short while later. I wouldn't buy this again. But it has three drawbacks. First, I use it with a Freesat box and the remote for the box directly interferes with the soundbar, changing the volume every time you use the TV or recording guides. Second, the remote has no specific buttons for changing sources, so to see what source you are changing to you have to go up to the bar to see the very small indicator lights. Finally, the app doesn't work. It installed once, worked once, wouldn't work or install again. But the sound is good.

love this soundbar ,easy set up ,great sound quality ,dolby digital plus with stereo surround and dialogue enhancement for crystal clear voice, ,philips easy link set up is a doddle once you download the app then you can tweak the audio settings from your phone via bluetooth, highly recommended for under £80

Love it, works great, had no issue with the soundboard and cant believe it took me so long to get one.