Hisense HS214 Review
2.1ch Sound Bar. All-in-one Compact Design with Wireless Bluetooth
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 70,921 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Hisense HS214. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the Hisense HS214. For example, 84% of 14,137 users who have commented on the Sound quality of the Hisense HS214 have given positive feedback.
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Interference with cables
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Jimmy on Argos
This soundbar is very good value for money once you get it to work. The sound is very clean and despite not having an equalizer, the music set along with the bass control works nicely. The bass is very good and doesn't distort at all. Sleek design which keeps everything neat. The bluetooth connects immediately with mobile phones but the range is limited to something like 5 metres. Said this, there are a few bad points. If you hang it on the wall, you only have an option to run the cables from below, so I fitted it above the TV so to have a cable free appearance. It would be useful if the cables could also exit at the top and covers provided for different setups. Also, I don't know if this is due to my TV, but if you have any other device on hdmi, this will cause the soundbar to go silent upon turning tv on. The trick is to remove the other device hdmi for a few seconds and reconnect. Not ideal if you have the setup on the wall on a fixed bracket. Not a great problem for me because I have a swivel bracket and easy access to the back of the tv. I bought a digital optical cable thinking that this would solve the problem but it didn't, same problem. Would be great if hisense could check this out and find a solution. ... More
much improved TV sound
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Eric_the_Frog on Argos
I wasn't sure about this, there are so many poor reviews on sound bars. But the trick I found was to not just read the manual for the sound bar, but also have a good look at the TV settings & specification. By plugging in the HDMI (ARC) cable from the sound bar to the right socket at the TV , and having a close look at (and experimenting with) TV sound settings, all works fine! My two year old smart TV is a Philips (43PUS8105), with multiple open source options for sound settings, but really, it is the HDMI(ARC) function that clinches the ease of connection. It is however important to select an option that disconnects the regular TV speakers... As I say - you can't plug & use. Sound quality is certainly improved and my slightly hearing impaired OH now has the volume setting at a sensible level. ... More
Works - but not as expected
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Steve on Argos
I bought this to augment the sound when playing movies from my Sky box (for some reason they are always quieter than normal TV programmes). I initially set it up using the HDMI cable (provided), but although this is simple plug and play, it has two major drawbacks. Firstly the TV then only shows a sound plus/minus and not the normal 1-100 sound level and secondly this mutes the existing TV speakers and outputs via the soundbar, which is hardly any different. In the end I have dispensed with the HDMI connection and gone for a digital optical connection. The TV sound is now totally independent of the sound bar and secondly, if being used, the sound bar provides additional sound (so you get a few dB improvement overall). ... More
Decent sound bar
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by storm on Argos
Well surprised with this soundbar. It's plenty loud enough for the bedroom. Well built. The bass is good enough again for the bedroom. Connects to the hdmi arc socket, really quick and easy with no fuss or having to go through installation guide. Just plug the supplied hdmi cable in the hdmi arc socket on the TV, plug the other end in the sound bar, turn the TV on, TV auto detects the sound bar, and turns TV speakers off, and puts sound through the sound bar. The only thing to be careful about is, the built-in subwoofer, it's located underneath the unit and is not got any protection grill or that, so you could damage the cone. But it's well worth the money. ... More
Superb
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by nig on Argos
For the price i wasn't expecting the best, but i have to say the soundbar is superb with my bedroom 43 inch samsung, not sure how it would be in a lounge but for what i wanted it for, a bedroom tv its superb, the sound difference to the built in speakers is amazing, very good base very loud, and the option of sound direct to you or in surround, which widens the sound ot, it brings out the background sound as well, its a very solid item and some weight as well, also got the all in one mount brackets to mount to tv on the wall,, all in all cannot fault it,, first hicense item bought, and impressed with it ... More
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Value for money
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Caravaner on Argos
Purchased this soundbar in addition to an Hisense TV. For a cheap soundbar this item is definitely an improvement on the TV speakers. The bass is very good, although as others have said the adjustments of the volume and bass are limited. In some cases i felt it necessary to reduce the bass to enable to get a clearer sound. I found this soundbar to be very good value for money a would defiantly recommend.
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Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Adam C on Argos
This is a very good product for the price . Easy connection, excellent build and sound quality. Perfect for films, TV and Spotify streaming . Quick and easy wireless connection to other devices . A highly recommended soundbar., With remote and connection cable included . Really powerful subwoofer which adds natural bass response to the sound , which can be adjusted if needed from the remote . .
So Disappointed
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Sydneymj on Argos
Purchased the Hisense 214 Soundbar for my Hisense TV 55ae7400ftuk Pros Great Sound Great Bass Excellent build quality Cons Lipsync issues with Sky Q (Looked like you was watching a Italian Western from the 1980's tried to adjust via SKY Q box settings but to no avail.) Sound volume is only possible with -5 or +5 which was pain In standby mode there is a light piercing noise which was annoying to the ears Final Review Returned it back to Argos for a full refund, will now by an alternative make/
sound quality as good as can be with a sound bar
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Berenice on Argos
I was always skeptical about the range and stereo quality that a sound bar could achieve... this purchase confirmed my doubts... The volume is loud enough but it is no substitute for stereo speakers, particularly if you listen to music on it. I also feel that for the price of this product, it should have more connection ports available such as for additional speakers and HDMI appliances. Nonetheless, the AUX or 3.5 jack port is much appreciated for my MP3 player.
Simple sound bar just what we needed.
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by markrovie on Argos
We take out Hisense tv away on holidays and we had found the tv speakers not as good as they could have been, so we got this sound bar, it's not so big so no hard to put into car etc, and it really improves the sound of our films, connection using hdmi is simple and remote works well, could have done with a text screen on it and not just a colored light telling you what it's doing but not a big deal.
Great Sound
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Sarahjane73 on Argos
I bought this sound bar to go with the hisense TV that I also bought from Argos, as the TV sounded a bit tinny. For the price, I was really pleased with this soundbar, and was impressed with the difference in sound and great that it has a subwoofer built in rather than having to have a separate unit. it didn't fit under the TV tho, so had to sit just behind, but that's more an issue with the TV stand rather than this soundbar
Great soundbar
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Cameraclive on Argos
I brought this to go with the tv. Same make. As the soundbar. Looks good and sounds good too. With the added subwoofer is a bonus And better sound to the tv too. As you can tell the difference there. Yeah there are others out there that might be louder but you have to spend more money there. If you have the tv then this is for you.
It's good enough...
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Jonno on Argos
TV speakers are rubbish so this was the next best thing. Good points are it's easy to set up via hdmi arc and works a treat powering off and on independently with the TV and volume works too. It's bass response is enough for TV voices and classical or dialogue. Don't expect the room to shake. I'd give it 6 out of 10. I'm not disappointed in it, just satisfied
Returned - Couldnt change input
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Wazzaz on Argos
Sound quality was good for the price, don't get me wrong. There was a clear sound delay when using bluetooth. Changed to using the provided HDMI ARC cable, but you can only change the volume in units of 5 so can never get the correct volume. Also this was slow and laggy to change. Tried changing the source back to bluetooth, or USB or Optical but I could no longer change the source. Returned.
Easy set up
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by George on Argos
Purchased to enhance sound on my hisense tv and easily set up and connected with the hdmi input. Slight issue is the sound only goes up in 5 bars and you just adjust it up by single units so had to return it as I found 25 to low and next setting 30 to loud
Good value soundbar
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Heavysleeper on Argos
Not the highest quality soundbar out there but for the price its hard to beat and far superior to the cheaper ones. It produces a far higher quality sound than the TV itself and much higher volume too so does exactly what I needed. Compact size means it's easy to position and doesn't look out of place. Very easy to set up and operate.
Vastly Improved TV Sound
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Keithy on Argos
Having added this soundbar to the TV, I can now hear clearly instead of having to strain when trying to listen to TV sound. Used the optical connection with a Samsung TV and it works fine. It's one of the cheapest soundbars I have seen and was delivered by Argos to the local Sainsbury's in less than 24 hours.
Good sound quality
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Paul65 on Argos
Decent soundbar for the price. Switches itself on and off which is handy. Bit annoying that the volume of YouTube and Netflix etc is different from tv channels ( really loud) so if I don’t lower soundbar before switching it’s deafening. Apart from that quite impressed.
Great features
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by Big Rab on Argos
I bought this Hisense soundbar to replace the Samsung T-410 and I am over the moon that I did as the sound difference is night and day. The HS214 from Hisense has an HDMI connection which the T-410 did not have. This surprised me as I was trying to connect a Samsung sb to a Samsung telly and knowing this is the best way to pair the two.
Just ok
Hisense HS214 2.1Ch All-In-One Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Reviewed by filly on Argos
Bought this 1 as it was same make as TV. It has improved the shockingly poor TV sound but it has limited features. Base only goes up to 4 and the volume goes up in stages of 5 for some reason. Sometimes 25 is too quiet , but 30 is too loud. Also, it often switches off if programme is quiet or tries to reset itself. It's just ok. Wouldn't buy another.Could probably get a better one for the price.
