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Positive sentiment40%
PROS 40%
CONS 60%
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nightlightGreat Bedroom/Secondary TV Soundbarexpand_more0 mentions
Commenters use this soundbar in a bedroom or as a secondary unit for boosting TV volume on shows and movies such as Netflix, describing it as one of the best options for that use case even when a bigger 5.1 system is available elsewhere in the home.
Widely praised
What users complain aboutheart_broken
volume_upAbrupt Volume Jumpsexpand_more0 mentions
Multiple users report that the volume increases too sharply between low steps, going from acceptable at 3 to too loud at 4, an issue also noted specifically in Bluetooth mode.
Generally negative
graphic_eqLacks Bass as a Main Systemexpand_more0 mentions
One user notes that as a main sound unit the soundbar lacks bass, though they still find it suitable for secondary bedroom use.
Clear, high-quality soundPowerful, deep bassGreat as a standalone soundbarReliability and connection problemsHigh price, especially add-onsLimited inputs and HDMI ARC issues
Ecosystem ExpandabilityStrong Sound Quality for Its SizeClear Dialogue and Detailed SoundExpensive Sub Add-onNarrow Soundstage Without ExtrasNo Bluetooth Support
Excellent sound quality and musicalityGood pairing with external subwoofersStrong bass performanceHigh price and heavy weightLimited true rear/overhead immersionLip sync/latency complaints
The TCL S45H is a budget soundbar that many users try to pair with their TV setup, including TCL, Hisense, and Sony models, and some Roku TV owners ask about compatibility too. Several commenters value it as a bedroom or secondary unit for boosting TV volume during shows like Netflix, even when a bigger 5.1 system is available elsewhere in the home. As a main unit, though, one user notes it lacks bass. Buyers frequently ask how to connect it, whether HDMI eARC and AUX can run together, and whether the included HDMI cable matters versus a higher-speed one. Several people are unsure whether Dolby Atmos truly passes through from the TV over Netflix. Others compare it to the step-up S55H, which mainly differs by an included subwoofer, and to non-TCL alternatives like the YENKEE YSP 2025.
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nightlightGreat Bedroom/Secondary TV Soundbar
2 mentions
Widely praised
Commenters use this soundbar in a bedroom or as a secondary unit for boosting TV volume on shows and movies such as Netflix, describing it as one of the best options for that use case even when a bigger 5.1 system is available elsewhere in the home.
@anjumshanu7418
Good for tv volume upgrade for Netflix movie show inside the bedroomlaunch
@ДмитрийЗайденберг
As a main unit it may lack bass, but It is a very good bedroom/nighttime soundbar. I have a powerful 5.1 system in my apartment, but I use this soundbar in my bedroom for late-light movies or music and there's hardly anything better.launch
volume_upAbrupt Volume Jumps
2 mentions
Generally negative
Multiple users report that the volume increases too sharply between low steps, going from acceptable at 3 to too loud at 4, an issue also noted specifically in Bluetooth mode.
@joserefe5950
At Bluetooth mode the volume jump too much from 3 to 4 and its loud.launch
@joserefe5950
The volume jump too much from 3 to 4 it becomes too loud at 4.launch
graphic_eqLacks Bass as a Main System
1 mentions
Generally negative
One user notes that as a main sound unit the soundbar lacks bass, though they still find it suitable for secondary bedroom use.
@ДмитрийЗайденберг
As a main unit it may lack bass, but It is a very good bedroom/nighttime soundbar. I have a powerful 5.1 system in my apartment, but I use this soundbar in my bedroom for late-light movies or music and there's hardly anything better.launch
@anjumshanu7418
@ДмитрийЗайденберг