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LG S95TR review: 108 specs compared

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

LG S95TR Review: Compare 108 technical specifications, 9 expert and video reviews and 8 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

LG S95TR
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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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★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

35%

8.2

Technical score

30%

8.3

List score

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

8.9

Sentiment score

★Better than 96% of soundbars
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
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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▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

▲Better than 84%
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 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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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

25%

8.9

Audio

18%

8.0

Formats

16%

7.0

Connectivity

14%

9.7

Controls

12%

8.8

HDMI

10%

6.6

Streaming

5%

7.5

Design

★Better than 94%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 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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▲ Better than 50% of models

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (9)
9 videos, average 7.8/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 50%
8.3

List score

List score
8.3/ 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 (8)
List score: in 8 of 102 lists (8%)
★Better than 94%
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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 LG S95TR

Based on 0 · 9

Reviewers love the immersive surround sound and easy setup, but find the bass and overall sound underwhelming for the money.
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What owners say about the LG S95TR

Based on 150 owners sharing their experience in online comments

45%positive8%mixed47%negative

Owners praise the clear, powerful surround, while weak bass, finicky tuning, and recurring reliability issues leave many disappointed.

What owners dislike

  • Owners find bass faint and lacking punch, especially with music; the subwoofer only feels strong on Atmos or DTS:X content and needs high volume.23
  • Owners report the ThinQ app and WOW Orchestra often fail to connect or drop out, sometimes fixed by unplugging and replugging the soundbar.10
  • Owners report early failures, such as a rear speaker or the subwoofer going silent within months, cutting out at higher volume, and slow LG repairs.10
  • Owners say Samsung and JBL soundbars sound better, with some returning the LG for a Samsung, especially for height effects and overall balance.10
  • Owners say the default sound is weak until tuned; they recommend the ThinQ app, turning Surround off for movies, and adjusting channel levels.8
  • Owners describe thin, tinny sound, especially when content plays through all four speakers, and some find the middle upfiring speaker harsh and piercing.7
  • Owners say the rear speakers sound different from the main bar, often louder and overpowering dialogue, while others find them too quiet.7
  • Owners say surround and Atmos feel weak and not immersive, with some saying the 9-channel claim just spreads sound rather than adding real channels.6
  • Owners say LG gives little setup guidance for features like AI sound and room tuning, and support staff offer little beyond plugging in cables.6
  • Owners report some audio tracks fail, such as TrueHD Atmos in MKV files and certain Atmos games, while AC-3 tracks play.5

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

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Soundbars model ranking

Ranked #12 of 324 models in Soundbars (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of soundbar LG S95TR

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 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
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

25%

8.9

Audio

18%

8.0

Formats

16%

7.0

Connectivity

14%

9.7

Controls

12%

8.8

HDMI

10%

6.6

Streaming

5%

7.5

Design

8.2
Reviews score
8.0
List score
8.3
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

8.0
N. of audio channels
?
Audio output power
?
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
?
Max frequency
?
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What reviewers say
Dolby Atmos
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos. 70% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
yes
This soundbar supports DTS:X. 83.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
?
DTS-HD Master Audio
?
Dolby Digital Plus
?
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N. of HDMI inputs
?
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
yes
This soundbar has smartphone app. 57.7% 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
yes
This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility. 63.6% 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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HDMI version
?
HDMI ARC type
eARC
This soundbar has eARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 71.5% of soundbars and the same as what 28.5% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
yes
This soundbar supports HDMI-CEC. 29.2% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
4K
This soundbar passes through 4K, which is higher resolution than 74.5% of soundbars and equal to 23.8% of soundbars.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
?
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What reviewers say
AirPlay
yes
This soundbar supports AirPlay. 80.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
no
This soundbar does not support Chromecast built-in. 11.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This soundbar supports Spotify Connect. 79.5% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
yes
This soundbar supports TIDAL Connect. 91.1% 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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LG S95TR vs the average soundbar

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  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • 13 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (17 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    17 vs 4
  • Supports DTS:X
    This soundbar supports DTS:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • Subwoofer included
    This soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
  • Automatic room calibration
    This soundbar supports automatic room calibration, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports upfiring speakers
    This soundbar supports upfiring speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This soundbar supports AirPlay, the average soundbar does not.
  • 13.7% higher list score
    List score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    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 (8)
    List score: in 8 of 102 lists (8%)
    8.3 vs 7.3
  • 12.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 50% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    9 videos, average 7.8/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.1
  • 23.6% higher sentiment score
    8.9 vs 7.2
  • 5.2% better value for money
    LG S95TR has better value for money than the average soundbar (8 vs 7.6).
    8 vs 7.6
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • 13 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (17 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    17 vs 4
  • Subwoofer included
    This soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports upfiring speakers
    This soundbar supports upfiring speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports wireless rear speakers
    This soundbar is compatible with wireless rear speakers, the average soundbar is not.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports DTS:X
    This soundbar supports DTS:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • Higher video pass-through
    This soundbar passes through higher-resolution video than the average soundbar (4K vs none).
    4K vs none
  • Newer HDCP support
    This soundbar has a more recent HDCP version than the average soundbar (2.3 vs none).
    2.3 vs none
  • Supports AirPlay
    This soundbar supports AirPlay, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This soundbar supports Spotify Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports TIDAL Connect
    This soundbar supports tIDAL Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Automatic room calibration
    This soundbar supports automatic room calibration, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • App EQ customization
    This soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
  • Auto volume leveling
    This soundbar supports auto volume leveling, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports voice assistants
    This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility, the average soundbar does not.
  • Manual audio delay adjustment
    This soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • 5.36x more expensive
    LG S95TR is more expensive than the average soundbar (£590 vs £110).
    £590 vs £110
  • 5.36x more expensive
    LG S95TR is more expensive than the average soundbar (£590 vs £110).
    £590 vs £110
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.

Video reviews

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

9.0
TECH YOUTUBE TELUGU
≈ estimated
24/10/2026
Hands-on review · unboxing, sound tests and setup
Verdict
LG S95TR is recommended for anyone wanting a cinematic home theater setup, less so for bass lovers.
9.8
VFM
✓ explicit
16/10/2026
Hands-on review · sound tests and rival comparisons
Verdict
LG S95TR delivers strong cinema-like sound for its price, with a few midrange and vocal weaknesses.
4.0
Insight India
≈ estimated
11/10/2026
Hands-on test · sound and room placement tests
Verdict
LG S95TR is not worth buying in the creator's view, though a store test before purchase is advised.
10
Tech Linear
✓ explicit
17/12/2025
Two-month hands-on test · sound, look and features
Verdict
LG S95TR is the best soundbar tested so far, earning top marks in every category.
7.0
NeverEnoughTech
≈ estimated
31/03/2025
Hands-on review · three-hour test and sound checks
Verdict
LG S95TR is a reasonable pick mainly for LG TV owners, though early dropouts and a crowded price range count against it.
9.0
RTINGS Home Theater
≈ estimated
09/08/2024
Hands-on review · sound, connectivity and Atmos tests
Verdict
LG S95TR is an easy pick for LG TV owners, especially on sale, though its Atmos height effects are limited.
7.0
ROKAPHELLA
≈ estimated
21/04/2024
Hands-on review · movies, music and gaming tests
Verdict
LG S95TR is good for movies or paired with a newer LG TV, but not recommended on its own.
4.0
Full Transparency
≈ estimated
27/03/2024
Hands-on review · app calibration and movie tests
Verdict
LG S95TR is inconsistent and not worth buying; the creator suggests a receiver and speakers instead.
10
AgriNish
✓ explicit
23/01/2026
Unboxing and sound demo · first impressions
Verdict
LG S95TR is considered the best soundbar by the creator, who gives it top marks.
Overview video
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about LG S95TR

  • 17 drivers give films a wide, full sound.
  • Upfiring speakers help dialogue stay clear.
  • A wireless subwoofer keeps the cables down.
  • Dolby Atmos and DTS:X add height to films.
  • Automatic room calibration adapts the sound to the room.
  • AirPlay, Spotify and TIDAL stream music from a phone.

What customers don't like about LG S95TR

  • Rear speakers are not included, so full surround needs an extra purchase.
  • Full HDMI 2.1 bandwidth is missing, which limits 4K gaming at 120 Hz.
  • Bass can sound boomy until it is tuned in the app.
  • Music sounds flat in its music mode.
  • There is no Wi-Fi or Chromecast, so it cannot stream like a network speaker.

Verdict

Owners of an LG TV will find the LG S95TR worth a close look. Its 17 drivers and upfiring speakers make dialogue clear, and a wireless subwoofer keeps the cables down. Dolby Atmos and DTS:X add height to films, and automatic room calibration tunes the sound to the room. With an LG TV, the WOW Orchestra mode adds presence to the front sound. The trade-off is the video side, since the HDMI link lacks full 2.1 bandwidth, so 4K gaming at 120 Hz is limited. Bass may need tuning in the app before it sounds right, and the rear speakers are not in the box. It suits a film fan with an LG TV who wants cinema sound and a simple setup, and who does not need top gaming specs.

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