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All of us like to install the best home theatre systems in India to listen to our favorite music or watch our favorite movie. However, if you are a first time or new buyer you might find yourself occupied with the varying array available in the market.
To put an end to your confusion we have researched for the home theatre systems. We have considered the top 40 models researched for 200 hours and consulted 5 experts to come up with this list. While selecting our focus was on the sound quality, features of the system, compatibility, price, and various other factors.
After the list, we have also jotted down a buying guide to help you purchase a system that fits your need. So, let’s get started.
Our Choice
Best Home Theatre Systems In India
1. Sony HT-RT40 Real 5.1ch Dolby Digital Soundbar – Best Under 25000
- Music center app compatibility, Power Consumption: 85 W ; Power Requirement: AC 220 - 240V, 50/60 Hz
- Real 5.1 channel surround sound provides immersive sound
- Tall boy speakers
This one is our editor’s pick due to its overwhelming sound quality, superb design, and a worthy price.
Sony HT-RT40 gives you the real-time ultimate side which you get in the movie theatres. With its genuine 5.1 channel surround sound, it can out the immersive sound in your room. It comes with a three channel soundbar, sub-woofer, and two powerful tall boy rear speakers. The entire set-up, when kept alongside your TV or wall unit, adds beauty to your entire living room or your personal home theatre room.
In addition to it also has a USB port to connect your phone, laptop, or your pen drive to play movies, songs, or other videos. For connecting it to the TV you just need one HDMI ARC cable. This way with just one wire you can set up a theatre at your home at all times.
On the whole, an excellent device to give cinematic sound and also to add a beauty statement to your living room or the lounge area.
Features
- 5.1 channel dolby digital sound
- Can be connected via NFC or bluetooth
- Has a USB port
- Connect to TV with 1 HDMI ARC cable
- Works on 600watt power
- Comes with 2 year warranty
- Sound clarity and quality is excellent
- Balanced bass
- Looks beautiful
- Installation is simple
- Can be connected in many ways
- We didn’t find any
2. Sony HT-RT3 Real 5.1ch Dolby – Best Under 20000
- Music center app compatibility, Power Consumption: 85 W ; Power Requirement: AC 220 - 240V, 50/60 Hz
- Real 5.1 channel surround sound provides immersive sound
- Tall boy speakers
If you are looking for a surround sound system that can play real-life sound than this can be an excellent choice. Sony is known for its entertainment devices like TV, music system, and home theatre system and so is this one from them.
Sony HT_RT3 is a 5.1 channel real sound system with a slim soundbar and two rear speakers. In our test, we found out that the entire setup is designed in a way to give a balanced wide-frequency audio response. It is also equipped with a sub-woofer to adds more body to the bass and make you feel that every action is just happening around you. Further, it has the best Dolby digital sound from 5.1 separate audio channels to make you feel you are sitting inside a movie theatre.
Another interesting is one touch listening using NFC technology. With this, you don’t need wired connections. Simply you have to touch your NFC-enabled smartphone or any other NFC compatible device to the N-mark on the home theatre system and you can instantly connect and listen to music on the sound bar.
In addition to this, if you don’t have NFC on your phone you can pair it up with Bluetooth. Lastly, there is a USB port also to connect smartphones, tablets, and USB sticks. Overall an ultimate choice for your movies, sport, music, and games.
Features
- Dolby digital 5.1 channel sound
- 1 sound bar and two rear speakers
- Wireless connectivity with NFC connection and bluetooth
- USB port
- Works on 600watt power
- Comes with 1 year warranty
- Can establish a wireless and wired connection both
- Instant one-touch NFC feature is great
- Sound is almost equal to the sound in a movie theatre
- Installation is pretty simple
- You will take time to understand the settings as they are bit tricky
3. Sony SA-D40 C E12 4.1 Channel Multimedia Speaker – Best Under Rs.10000
- 4.1 channel multimedia speakers, CENTRE SPEAKER ENCLOSURE TYPE and FRONT SPEAKER ENCLOSURE TYPE: Bass Reflex
- Enjoy powerful bass with large sub-woofer and 80W output
- Enjoy wireless music with mobile through Bluetooth streaming
If you are looking for a home theatre system which works decently and comes at a budget-friendly price than this can be the one.
The only glitch that we found while testing it is that there is no way to control/tweak Bass, Mids or Treble through remote or speaker. You only get a default preset bass and treble. However, if you are setting it via your phone you can set your bass from the phone using the sound equalizer.
For installation, you just need to attach the color-coded wires and plug-in to an output source. You can also have a wired or wireless connection as per your wish. For wired connections, there is a USB port or an AUX connection and for wireless, you can connect it with the Bluetooth.
Moreover, the home theatre system comes with a remote control to power on/off the device and control the volume of the system. On the whole, an affordable range sound system with decent functionality
Features
- 4.1 audio channel sound
- Comes with a big size woofer and 4 small speakers
- Can connect via a USB port or bluetooth device
- Comes with a remote control
- Comes with 1 year warranty
- Sound is decent
- Easy to operate
- Can establish wired and wireless connection both
- Affordable price
- Balanced bass
- You cannot adjust the bass, treble, etc. for different kinds of music.
4. Philips Heartbeat SPA-3000U/94 5.1 Channel Multimedia Speaker – Best Under 5000
- It has a surround sound feature which allows you to experience an unmatchable audio experience
- You can connect this device to your laptop or TV and enjoy movies in high definition surround sound
- It as a 5.1 channel output which offers you one of the best sound qualities in its range. Includes 2 RCA to stereo-1 no....
If you are looking for a surround sound system that comes in under Rs.5000 than this can be the one. Philips is known for its quality electronic products and so is this one from them at a good price and decent sound.
The home theatre system comes with a medium size woofer and 5 small speakers that you can connect throughout your room for a surround sound experience. You can connect the device with your laptop, TV and enjoy high definition surround sound. It is compatible with a USB 2.0 port and plays MP3 format music or sound only. The device can be easily connected to the mobile phone, TV, laptop, MAC, and personal computers.
On the whole, a decently priced sound system that is perfect for playing music, games, movies, and online videos.
Features
- 5.1 channel sound
- Comes with a woofer and 5 small speakers
- Can be connected via USB
- Comes with 1 year warranty
- Bass is adjustable
- Decent surround sound
- Affordable price
- The sound is sharp and piercing at the highest volume
- Cannot be connected without wire
5. F&D T60X Tower – Best For Full Rage Sound
- Audio Performance: F&D T60X Twin Tower Speakers delivers robust sound with 220W RMS bass-boosted output power, ensuring clear...
- Versatile Connectivity: Our speaker has seamless connectivity with Bluetooth 5.0 technology for wireless streaming from...
- Karaoke Functionality with Wireless Mic: Enhance gatherings with built-in karaoke features and a microphone. Easily switch...
If you are looking for a tower speaker home theatre system in an affordable range than this can be the one. It is one of the hottest selling speakers because of its full-range sound.
The installation is very easy you just to take out the device plug it in and connect it to your phone or TV. The system is NFC and Bluetooth compatible. This is the only product that has a variety of connecting options in such a low price range. Further, it has a LED display with to keep a check on the track and input source.
In addition to this, there is an optical input connect, a USB port, and FM compatibility to store up to 1000FM stations. So, no matter what way you are choosing to connect it to there is always an option to choose things as per your taste.
Features
- Two tall speakers with 1 inch silk dome tweeter, 4 inch woofer, and a 8 inch sub-woofer
- NFC and bluetooth compatible
- LED display
- Built-in radio function
- Comes with a remote
- Comes with 6 months warranty
- Good sound
- Many options to connect
- Affordable price
- Looks good
- 1000 stored Radio stations
- Sound at highest volume is pinching
6. Zebronics 4.1 Multimedia SW3490 RUCF – Best Under 2500
- ZEB-SW3490RUCF is a 4.1 stylish glossy speaker supports USB/ SD/MMC card/AUX ; Input power: AC 230V / 50Hz ; Power...
- It has a front firing woofer for an impactful bass. The speaker has blue LED power indicator a built in FM and comes with a...
- Features-USB input, Blue LED Power indicator, SD card support, FM Radio, Remote Control and Chrome plated volume knob
If you want a sound system for playing music or watching movies and you don’t mind if it has a wired connection then you can go for this one.
The appliance is easy to install. You have to plug it in and connect via a USB pen drive or an SD/MMC card to play your favorite music on it. Further, it has built-in FM too to let you enjoy your favorite FM Station. There is an LED display and also comes with a fully functional remote control.
On the whole, a great device for someone who is a music lover.
Features
- 4.1 speakers
- Supports USB, pen drive, SD/MMC card
- Built in FM
- Comes with 1 year warranty
- Decent sound
- Good for playing music
- Affordable price
- Built-in Radio
- Not good to connect to TV
- Sound is not very high
Buying Guide
Choosing the best of home theatre system is not an easy to task as so many varieties are available offering different quality, features, and at different prices. A home theatre system has many considerations to look for. And without knowing about them you can’t figure out which to buy.
If you are a first-time buyer, we suggest you have a sound knowledge of the product. It is because then only you can figure out what requirements you want and are they matching the products you are choosing. For the same, we have written a buying list that will help you to select the home theatre system for your home.
1. Type
Before in traditional days, there was no type of a home theatre system and option were limited. But now with the advancement in technology, humongous options are available in the market.
A home theatre system may include a set of box speakers or a floor standing tower speaker, a channel in the center, and a pair of rear sound speakers and sub-woofers. This is called a 5.1 system where it has in total of five speakers. If you go further higher in the range and price there are 7.1 system also in the market which has 7 speakers in total.
A 2.0 system is a basic stereotype system which has an output stereo sound and set of two speakers. Further, if you add a sub-woofer and a bass to it it will be a 2.1 setup. In this, the sound would be high irrespective of the price of the setup.
A 5.1 set up will have five speakers and a sub-woofer. In this, you will find a central speaker, two speakers on the sides/back for the surround sound effect. Overall, this one is the best set up for home as it provides surround sound and is value for money also. If you remove the central speaker, it would be a 4.1 system then.
It is your decision about which type of system to buy. We suggest you relate the type as per the size of your room and the sound effect you want. For example, for a living room 5.1 can be a good choice and for a small room, even 4.1 can suffice the need.
2. Technology Used
Spend some time and look around for the technology used in the system. Nowadays, most of the good systems use surround sound technology to give the feel of a theatre. A few of the great surround sound technologies are Dolby Atmos, DTS, Dolby digital, sony dynamic digital sound, etc.
See if your sound system have these, as this will give a great loud, bright, and clear sound. Most of the sony home theatre system using Dolby digital surround system and they are Sony HT-RT40 Real 5.1ch Soundbar Home Theatre System, Sony HT-RT3 Real 5.1ch Soundbar Home Theatre System.
3. Choosing The Set Up
This one corresponds to the size and shape of the home theatre system. The size and shape of the system should be as such that it fits in your room or living room perfectly. Now the set-up can be assembled or can be the already assembled. In the market, you have a choice for both.
If you want a personal set-up then you need to go and segregate the best speakers, woofers, sub-woofers, and the main speakers separately. You can even choose different brands of parts. Second, comes the wiring, you have to be very particular about it and choose the one that fits all the parts.
This all is a very tedious task and we find it useless as we already have so many good assembled home theatre systems in the market. It’s useless to waste your mind, effort, and time for this. We recommend you to go through an assembled setup.
Further, you have different varieties in the assembled setup too. In this, you can opt for any type starting from 2 speakers to seven speakers. It’s obvious as the number of speakers increases the sound quality and clarity will increase for sure.
In addition to this, also pay attention to the size and shape of the speakers. Like suppose, you are planning to keep the system near your TV or wall unit, so make sure the size fits the space chosen by you. If you want something sleek especially if you have less space then go for the sound bars. Contrary if you have space than you can go for the sleek tower speakers they look great when placed alongside the TV unit. So, the decision relates to your requirement.
4. Connectivity
This one is interesting as the systems nowadays have many connectivity options. The easiest and convenient is the HDMI ARC. In this, you just need a cable that will connect your TV to the speaker. This one eliminates the cluttering of huge multiple long wires and is pretty easy too. Further, this comes into need especially when you have to play games on your TV, watch a movie, or watch online videos on your TV.
Additionally, you have an option of NFC and Bluetooth. This comes handy when you have to connect your phone to the speaker for playing music. If you are a music lover make sure your speaker should have these connectivity options. You must be aware of Bluetooth connectivity and further, all the smartphones have Bluetooth now you need not worry about this. But for NFC connection you need to make sure that your smartphone should have it.
With the NFC technology, you can connect your phone with the speaker in one touch. You have to touch your smartphone to the N-mark area on the system and in a few seconds, your phone will be connected. Isn’t it pretty easy setup? So, make sure to relate your phone compatibility with the system.
Other options that you get for connectivity are USB ports. They are also very convenient as you can plug in your laptop, i-pad, a pen drive, or even an SD card in it. This way form any of the connected USB devices you can watch your favorite movie or listen to your favorite music. Overall, the more the connectivity options, the better it is. It is because they come handy at all times.
5. Price
This is again an individual’s choice that varies from person to person. A home theatre would be a one-time investment, you are going to buy it over and over again. So, it is always better to invest in a system that is feature full, durable, and worth the price.
The cost of a home theatre system starts from a few thousand and can go up to 50,000 to 1 lakh. We have included a variety of price options to choose from. In our product list, we made sure the product should be worthy of the price and should be efficient to give you a good clear sound. Be rest assured, that the efficiency of the product in our list is not correspondent to the price.
How We Tested The Products?
Testing them was not an easy task. Our entire team was on work for this. We considered the top 40 models researched for 200 hours and consulted 5 experts to come up with this list. While selecting our focus was on the sound quality, features of the system, compatibility, price, and various other factors.
For choosing the products our team headed to the electronic stores, checked for the variety of options available and even contacted the brand managers to collect more information about the products. For the selected products, we requested the sales managers to give us hands-on experience. For the hands-on experience, we played movies and music on them. After all this juggle, we finally came to the top list.
Below is a table that will guide you about the results that we got after analyzing the home theatre systems.
| Product Name | Sound Technology | Set-up | Features | Score | Check Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony HT-RT40 Real 5.1ch Soundbar Home Theatre System | 99 | 99.5 | 99 | 99 | Check Price |
| Sony HT-RT3 Real 5.1ch Soundbar Home Theatre System | 98 | 97 | 98 | 98 | Check Price |
| Sony SA-D40 C E12 4.1 Channel Multimedia Speaker System | 96 | 95 | 97 | 96 | Check Price |
| Philips Heartbeat SPA-3000U/94 5.1 Channel Multimedia Speaker System | 95 | 94 | 94 | 94.5 | Check Price |
| F&D T60X Tower Speakers | 94 | 93 | 93 | 93 | Check Price |
Frequently Asked Questions
The best home theatre brands are Sony, Philips, F&D, Zebronics. All of them make quality models and are sold like pancakes in the market.
The best home theatres are Sony HT-RT40 Real 5.1ch Soundbar Home Theatre System and Sony HT-RT3 Real 5.1ch Soundbar Home Theatre System.
For a home theatre, you should look at the number of speakers. A minimum of 3 speaker are required for a true experience and for the true sound you need to have five speakers.
The best 5.1 home theatre system is Sony HT-RT40 Real 5.1ch Soundbar Home Theatre System.
A 5.1 surround system has 6 channels to create a sound and a 7.1 surround system has 8 channels. The two extra channels give a better quality sound but work bests only if you have big rooms.
For Indian homes, 51 channel works best. It gives a quality sound.
Final Talk
A home theatre system can give you a cinematic appearance at home. It is an excellent investment especially if you are a movie or music lover. Though a bit costly, but it’s feasible if you love spending your evenings watching TV or listening to music.
Choosing the best one is a mind-boggling task because so many varieties are available. We suggest you gain a sound knowledge of a home theatre system, sort down your requirements and then choose a system that fits your need.
We suggest you invest some time in reading and going through what is available in the market because then only you can grab a worthy product. For the same, you can always refer to over article and gather information on the basic considerations and the list of the best ones available in the market.
Sony SA-D40 C E12 4.1 Channel Multimedia Speaker - Editor's Choice
Summary
Sony SA-D40 is a 4.1 channel speaker systems with 1 woofer box and 4 speakers. It is a budget-friendly option that lets you enjoy a powerful bass with large sub-woofer. In our test, we found that the sound quality of this system is high enough to get that groovy experience from your TV, PC, and music player.
These are the some of the coolest home theatre that I seeing right now. The only thing that concern me most is the whether the function controls and connectivity features are user friendly. A system with good quality sound and base and easy to use is simply remarkable and preferable.
hello Anam,
such a great post about Home theaters. In my experience, I found that you have a good knowledge of Home theaters. Thanks for sharing this post.
Thanks & Regards