There's nothing quite as exciting as a brand new, top notch TV, but as well as that all-important picture quality, another major consideration is the sound.
But thanks to new and improved soundbars being launched, houses all over the country are amping up their sitting rooms with cinematic surround sound.
So watching movies, listening to music and even watching your favourite soap is ten times more entertaining, especially with a range of affordable options from big retailers like Amazon.
If you're not quite ready to upgrade your whole home entertainment system just yet, a soundbar is a happy medium and a great way to boost the audio in your home, as well as your overall viewing experience.
So we've rounded up the top ten soundbars for all budgets below.
Best soundbars for 2020
1. Sony HT-ST5000.CEK Soundbar
While this is only for a select few people (costing just under £1000 and all) and no other soundbar appears to offer the same amount of features in a single product.
As well as multi-room capabilities, there's also on-screen graphics, handy remote, powerful subwoofer, Dolby Atmos and even Spotify and Chromecast compatibility.
Price: £999, Amazon - buy here now
2. Q Acoustics Media 4 Soundbar
A very competitive price for such a high quality speaker, this is a great value option for those on a budget.
This soundbar has a built-in subwoofer, so there's no need to buy additional devices, freeing up space and reducing the need for messy cables.
The downside? There's no HDMI input available, which may cause some difficulties depending on what you plan to do with it.
Price: £219, Amazon - buy here now
3. Polk Audio Command Soundbar
If you're looking for something a little bit more cost effective - the Polk soundbar is a great option to consider.
With a built-in Alexa and space to plug in your TV fire stick, this soundbar has all the options needed to create a harmonious entertainment experience.
It provides a rich and powerful sound, so you can sit back, relax and enjoy your favourite shows or songs with crisp sound.
Price: £290.10, Amazon - buy here now
4. Sonos Beam
The Sonos Beam has a super sleek appearance and is small in size - making it a great accent to the modern living room.
If the word of experts means anything to you, it has been highly acclaimed as one of the best soundbars you can buy on a sound per pound basis. A claim which should give you some reassurance that this isn't your average soundbar.
As well as an impressive three dimensional sound ability, you can also enjoy smart features such as streaming and multi room playback.
Price: £399, Argos - buy here now
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6. BOSE Soundbar 500
If you're looking for a soundbar that can do it all, how does WiFi, Bluetooth, voice-recognition and control sound to you?
The stylish soundbar from Bose is a device that will most certainly be heard and barely seen, thanks to its slimline design.
ADAPTiQ audio room calibration automatically adjusts the sound quality depending on the characteristics of your room - giving you the best quality sound, no matter what the room is like.
Price: £437, John Lewis - buy here now
7. Panasonic Soundbar With Subwoofer
One of the cheapest options of the lot, this soundbar also includes a subwoofer - making it even more of a bargain.
The wireless subwoofer is perfect for adding extra bass to your experience, without the need for extra cables. The fact it comes as part of the package is something you won't find for such a reasonable price anywhere else.
Whilst it doesn't have some of the smart capabilities as some of its more expensive counterparts, if all you're after is maximum sound for the at-home cinematic experience, this is a great place to start.
Price: £179, Currys - buy here now
8. Sony HT-MT300 Soundbar
The compact soundbar is just 50cm long, making it a discreet option, that doesn't compromise on sound quality.
As well as the main soundbar, the Sony HT-MT300 also comes with a wireless subwoofer, which you can place upright or under your sofa.
Unlike the other options, the soundbar only has two front-facing speakers, but these still produce an impressive surround sound experience.
This soundbar packs a might punch that won't reflect too badly on your purse strings.
Price: £187, Amazon - buy here now
9. Samsung HW-MS650 Soundbar
The Samsung HW-MS650 is just over a metre long, and sits neatly on the wall under your TV.
The speaker has Amazon’s smart assistant, Alexa integrated, allowing you to use the soundbar hands-free by simply asking Alexa to play something.
In terms of sound quality, the Samsung HW-MS650 has nine separate speakers as well as Distortion Cancelling technology, which cancels out distortion before it happens, giving you deeper bass.
While conventional speakers only have a small range, the soundbar produces amazing sound everywhere in the room, thanks to a state-of-the-art wide-range tweeter.
Price: £234.99, Amazon - buy here now
10. Samsung Sound+ HW-MS651 Soundbar
Although it's quite expensive side, this soundbar from tech giant Samsung has some amazing qualities that set it well apart from others on the market.
If you already have a Samsung TV this is a perfect pairing as it will seamlessly connect to your existing devices.
Dolby 5.1 surround sound and an impressive nine built-in speakers give you crisp and powerful sounds, so you can enjoy an immersive experience without ever having to leave home!
Price: £399, eBay - buy here now
For more convenient ways of listening to all of your favourite music, check out the best wireless and bluetooth speakers for 2020.
