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Hisense HS5100 review: 108 specs compared

Avg. price:~£590N. of audio channels:5.1Audio output power:?HDMI ARC type:ARC

Hisense HS5100 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and 4 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Hisense HS5100
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

6.4

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

6.3

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 68% of soundbars
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 80%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

6.7

Audio

18%

5.9

Formats

16%

7.6

Connectivity

14%

6.1

Controls

12%

6.4

HDMI

10%

4.8

Streaming

5%

7.5

Design

â–²Better than 65%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

7.6

Popularity

Grades by review (4)
4 videos, average 8.5/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 57%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Hisense HS5100

Based on 0 · 4

Reviewers agree dialogue comes through clearly and is easy to follow, making it a solid pick for shows and movies.
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What owners say about the Hisense HS5100

Based on 34 owners sharing their experience in online comments

21%positive8%mixed71%negative

Owners often struggle to hear the rear speakers, though some praise the sound, bass, and value.

What owners dislike

  • Rear speakers are faint with music and barely audible even at surround +5. Some owners get no sound from them at all, even after troubleshooting.15
  • The subwoofer can suddenly disconnect or refuse to pair, even after many manual attempts. One unit died with no power light within a year.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Ranked #84 of 324 models in Soundbars (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of soundbar Hisense HS5100

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components:

25%

6.7

Audio

18%

5.9

Formats

16%

7.6

Connectivity

14%

6.1

Controls

12%

6.4

HDMI

10%

4.8

Streaming

5%

7.5

Design

6.4
Reviews score
8.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

7.2
N. of audio channels
5.1
This soundbar offers 5.1 audio channels, more than 82.8% of soundbars and equal to 4.6% of soundbars.
Audio output power
?
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
40 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 40 Hz, lower than 65.6% of soundbars and equal to 13% of soundbars.
Max frequency
20,000 Hz
Market range: <19k Hz – >20k Hz
This soundbar reaches a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz, higher than 17.5% of soundbars and equal to 76.8% of soundbars.
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Dolby Atmos
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Atmos. 30.3% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
no
This soundbar does not support DTS:X. 16.7% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby TrueHD. 16.5% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS-HD Master Audio
no
This soundbar does not support DTS-HD Master Audio. 7.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus. 75% of soundbars include this feature.
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N. of HDMI inputs
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 1 HDMI inputs, more than 58.8% of soundbars and equal to 37.4% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This soundbar does not support Wi-Fi connectivity. 28.8% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 4.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
?
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Smartphone app
no
This soundbar does not have smartphone app. 42.6% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
yes
This soundbar has remote control. 17.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
yes
This soundbar has control panel. 5.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
no
This soundbar does not support voice assistant compatibility. 36.8% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
no
This soundbar does not have far-field microphones. 7.1% of soundbars offer this feature.
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What reviewers say
HDMI version
?
HDMI ARC type
ARC
This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 24.7% of soundbars and the same as what 46.5% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
yes
This soundbar supports HDMI-CEC. 29.2% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
none
This soundbar passes through none, which is lower resolution than 27.2% of soundbars and equal to 72.8% of soundbars.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
?
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AirPlay
?
Chromecast built-in
no
This soundbar does not support Chromecast built-in. 11.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This soundbar does not support Spotify Connect. 20.8% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
no
This soundbar does not support TIDAL Connect. 9.2% of soundbars include this feature.
Amazon Music native support
no
This soundbar does not support native Amazon Music. 13% support native Amazon Music.
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Width
?
Height
?
Thickness
?
Weight
?
Build material
plastic
This soundbar is built from plastic, which is more premium than 3% of soundbars and equal to 92.6% of soundbars.
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Hisense HS5100 vs the average soundbar

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  • 1 more HDMI inputs
    This soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
    1 vs 0
  • Subwoofer included
    This soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (5.1 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    5.1 vs 2.1
  • Supports DTS Virtual:X
    This soundbar supports DTS Virtual:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • 0.5 in inch larger subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a higher subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (6.5 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    6.5 in vs 6 in
  • 15.5% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 57% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    7.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    4 videos, average 8.5/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.1
  • 10 Hz lower min frequency
    This soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (40 Hz vs 50 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 50 Hz.
    40 Hz vs 50 Hz
  • 15.5% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 57% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    7.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    4 videos, average 8.5/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.1
  • Subwoofer included
    This soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (5.1 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    5.1 vs 2.1
  • 0.5 in inch larger subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a higher subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (6.5 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    6.5 in vs 6 in
  • 10 Hz lower min frequency
    This soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (40 Hz vs 50 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 50 Hz.
    40 Hz vs 50 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports DTS Virtual:X
    This soundbar supports DTS Virtual:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • 1 more HDMI inputs
    This soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
    1 vs 0
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    ARC vs eARC
  • No night mode
    This soundbar does not support night mode, the average soundbar does.
  • 5.36x more expensive
    Hisense HS5100 is more expensive than the average soundbar (£590 vs £110).
    £590 vs £110
  • 12.5% lower sentiment score
    6.3 vs 7.2
  • 5.2% worse value for money
    Hisense HS5100 has worse value for money than the average soundbar (7.23 vs 7.6).
    7.23 vs 7.61
  • 5.36x more expensive
    Hisense HS5100 is more expensive than the average soundbar (£590 vs £110).
    £590 vs £110
  • 12.5% lower sentiment score
    6.3 vs 7.2
  • 5.2% worse value for money
    Hisense HS5100 has worse value for money than the average soundbar (7.23 vs 7.6).
    7.23 vs 7.61
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    ARC vs eARC
  • No night mode
    This soundbar does not support night mode, the average soundbar does.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
KINGSTONE CHURCHILL TECH
≈ estimated
11/08/2025
Hands-on review · sound tests, Bluetooth control and bass check
Verdict
Hisense HS5100 is a good budget buy, though its bass is light and the mids sound prominent.
8.0
Thomas Real Honest Reviews
≈ estimated
09/07/2025
Hands-on review · sound test and comparison with older soundbar
Verdict
Hisense HS5100 is worth the money for small rooms and clean sound, but light on bass.
9.0
GLITCHED
≈ estimated
01/07/2024
Hands-on review · sound modes, rear speakers and Bluetooth
Verdict
Hisense HS5100 is a decent 5.1 system with strong value, though it isn't the loudest or most feature-packed.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Hisense HS5100

  • Dialogue is clear in films and series.
  • Dialogue enhancement lifts voices when the mix is busy.
  • Bluetooth pairing is simple for music.
  • Strong bass for its size, from a 6.5 in subwoofer driver.
  • Light, minimal design that is easy to mount.
  • Movie and game modes add punch to the sound.

What customers don't like about Hisense HS5100

  • Rear speakers are not included in the box.
  • Busy, loud scenes can strain it.
  • Bass is light, not chest-rattling.
  • Not the loudest option for a big room.
  • Tone tweaks are limited, and there is no app for EQ.

Verdict

A small flat or a quiet room is a natural home for the Hisense HS5100, a 5.1 soundbar with a light, minimal design that is easy to mount. Speech is where it does best. Dialogue comes through clean and crisp in films and series, and dialogue enhancement lifts voices when the mix gets busy. Dolby Digital Plus and DTS Virtual:X add some surround width. Bluetooth pairing is simple, and USB and optical inputs cover most sources. The trade-offs show up when things get loud. Busy action scenes can strain it, the bass is light rather than chest-rattling, and it is not the loudest option. There is no app for EQ customization, so tone changes are limited. It suits someone who watches a lot of drama and talk-led TV and wants a clean, low-key sound.

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