Best home entertainment gadgets of 2020—TVs, projectors, soundbars, and more

Want to upgrade your home theater at the end of 2020? Well, you're in luck. Today we're presenting you with our picks for the best home entertainment gadgets of the year. These are the TVs, soundbars, and other gadgets that you need to give your movies and music that little something extra.

Sonos Sub Gen 3 Wireless Subwoofer and Sonos Arc in a living room setup

2020 has been a great year for getting lost in new series and films at home. And, if you haven’t already, now is a great time to enhance your home theater with some of the best home entertainment gadgets of 2020. Today we’re highlighting our favorite TVs, projectors, soundbars, and more that we’ve seen in 2020. We’re sure they’ll take your home entertainment to a whole new level.

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You could enjoy your favorite sports and movies in the fresh air with this outdoor smart TV. It has an IP55 rating, which ensures it’s protected from dust and water damage. Or, if projectors are more your style, check out this 4K home projector. It upscales all of your old content and has Dolby Digital Plus. Whatever you go for, the gadgets on this list are sure to make your home entertainment a completely different experience.

Best Smart TVs of 2020

Samsung Sero TV

Great for the social media generation, the Samsung Sero TV rotates vertically for your social media content from TikTok or Instagram. It also comes with its own stand that has a 4.1-channel 60-watt speaker system inside.

LG 2020 Gallery Series OLED TVs

Your TV will look like a work of art when you have the LG 2020 Gallery Series OLED TVs. Just 20 millimeters thick, the TVs in this series are unbelievably thin. Also, with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, they’ll completely immerse you.

Samsung Q800T 8K Television

The Samsung Q800T 8K Television produces sharp images and deep color. What’s more, this TV is a statement piece wherever you place it with its sleek lines and minimal bezels.

Sony A8 and A85 4K OLED TV Series

Excellent for movies, the Sony A8 and A85 4K OLED TV Series uses X-Motion Clarity for movement processing. This gives you smooth motion on the screen no matter what you’re watching. Thanks to the onboard 4K database, the TVs in this series also upscale older content to HDR.

Sony A8 and A85 4K OLED TV Series against a grey background

Samsung Q60T QLED HDR Smart TV

Another great TV on this roundup of the best home entertainment gadgets of 2020 is the Samsung Q60T QLED HDR Smart TV. This smart TV is affordable but gives you an impressive picture and realistic colors.

LG 2020 NanoCell LCD TV Collection

Impress your guests with TVs from the LG 2020 NanoCell LCD TV Collection. These LCD TVs offer stunning picture quality and boast a thin and sleek design.

Samsung The Terrace QLED 4K Outdoor Smart TV

Watch TV outside with the Samsung The Terrace QLED 4K Outdoor Smart TV. This incredible television is protected from water and dust damage thanks to its IP55 rating.

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Xiaomi TV Master 65-Inch OLED Television

The Xiaomi TV Master 65-Inch OLED Television uses self-luminous technology. This means it accurately controls light while giving you 98.5% of the DCI-P3 wide color gamut.

Samsung The Wall MicroLED Modular TV

Fill your living space with your TV display when you have the Samsung The Wall MicroLED Modular TV. This modular TV lets you create the size you want and looks almost like wallpaper.

Xiaomi Mi TV LUX OLED Transparent Edition Clear TV

A truly unique gadget, the Xiaomi Mi TV LUX OLED Transparent Edition Clear TV makes it look as though images are suspended in the air. What’s more, when turned off, the display looks like a transparent piece of glass. It’s an innovative product on our list of the best of home entertainment in 2020.

Xiaomi Mi TV LUX OLED Transparent Edition clear TV displaying a butterfly

Hisense L5 Series Smart Laser TV

Get a massive display with the Hisense L5 Series Smart Laser TV. It measures 100 inches and uses lasers to provide breathtaking colors. Its stunning 4K Ultra HD resolution shows your films in a whole new way.

LG MAGNIT MicroLED TV

With the LG MAGNIT MicroLED TV, you can build a screen that’s up to 163 inches. It also features 4K resolution and delivers sharp, colorful images with a wide viewing angle.

LG MAGNIT MicroLED TV in a large size

LG Real 8K OLED Ultra HD TV

Another of the best home entertainment gadgets of 2020 is the LG Real 8K OLED HD TV. This impressive television has at least 33 million active pixels. Its 16:8 viewing window displays your movies and shows just the way they should be seen.

LG Real 8K OLED HD TV in a living room

Best Projectors of 2020

Fujifilm FP-Z5000 Short-Throw Projector

Project movies on the wall—and even the ceiling—when you have the Fujifilm FP-Z5000 Short-Throw Projector. The 360-degree rotating lens gives you that flexibility. What’s more, it provides up to six viewing angles.

BenQ TK850 4K Home Theater Projector

Another great product on this list of the best home entertainment gadgets of 2020 is the BenQ TK850 4K Home Theater Projector. This projector shows clear images even in brightly lit rooms.

BenQ TK850 4K home theater projector with three men on a couch

LG CineBeam PH30 N LED Projector

Create an impressive screen wherever you go with the LG CineBeam PH30 N LED Projector. This HD projector delivers a screen up to 100 inches in size. Battery operated, this machine works for two hours before it needs to recharge.

LG CineBeam PH30 N LED Projector

Lightform LF2 LED Projector

Design adaptive visuals anywhere with the Lightform LF2 LED Projector. It features AR technology that helps you create special effects you can use at home, for events, and at the office.

Anker Nebula Cosmos Max 4K Home Projector

Enjoy any movie—new or old—with the Anker Nebula Cosmos Max 4K Home Projector. This home projector upscales any content to 4K and provides 360º three-dimensional audio.

Anker Nebula Cosmos Max 4K home projector turned on

Anker Nebula Mars II Pro Portable Projector

Watch your favorite shows and movies anywhere with the Anker Nebula Mars II Pro Portable Projector. This outdoor projector projects 500 ANSI lumen images and a clear 720p picture.

Anker Nebula Mars II Pro portable projector with a hand carrying it by the handle

Samsung 120″ The Premiere 4K Projector

The Samsung 120″ The Premiere 4K Projector is the high-end projector you’re looking for. It boasts triple-laser technology and a laser-powered 4K picture resolution. You’ll experience unbelievable image quality and colors.

Samsung 130″ The Premiere 4K Smart Projector

Ready for an impressive movie night? Consider the Samsung 130″ The Premiere 4K Smart Projector. Using cutting-edge triple-laser technology, this gadget delivers high contrast and a 130-inch display.

Best Soundbars of 2020

LG Meridian Audio 2020 Soundbar Series

Another great choice on our list of the best home entertainment gadgets of 2020 is the LG Meridian Audio 2020 Soundbar Series. This soundbar provides impressive audio with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. It also has a gorgeous design and offers smart control.

Vizio Elevate Rotating Sound Bar

Get a whole new sound experience for your living room when you have the Vizio Elevate Rotating Sound Bar. This cool soundbar has rotating drivers that act as height channels to detect Dolby Atmos or DTS:X. Also, Wi-Fi connectivity and Chromecast are built-in.

Vizio Elevate Rotating Sound Bar under a television

Bang & Olufsen Beosound Stage Soundbar

Beautiful and versatile, the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Stage Soundbar has 50-watt amplifiers in each of the 11 drivers. It comes in three styles: aluminum, bronze, and oak.

Yamaha YAS-109 TV Soundbar

Tired of your TV’s poor audio? The Yamaha YAS-109 TV Soundbar is what you need since it has built-in subwoofers for deep bass. You’ll love the slim design that complements all living spaces.

Yamaha YAS-109 TV Soundbar on a media stand

LG GX Mounted Soundbar

Enhance the audio of your music and films with the LG GX Mounted Soundbar. This impressive soundbar automatically adjusts the sound depending on what you’re listening to. It also provides punchy bass and clear dialogue.

Crestron UC Smart Soundbar Stereo Speaker Series

The Crestron UC Smart Soundbar Stereo Speaker Series is on our list of the best home entertainment gadgets of 2020 because it’s suitable for professional use. It’s available in two versions depending on your needs. Both are stylish and sleek and look great in any environment.

Crestron UC Smart Soundbar stereo speaker series on a wall

Yamaha SR-C20A Home Soundbar

Stream music wirelessly with the Yamaha SR-C20A Home Soundbar. It connects using Bluetooth and has four modes to choose from, depending on what you’re listening to or watching.

Bose Smart Soundbar 300 Sleek Speaker

Your audio will sound better when you have the Bose Smart Soundbar 300 Sleek Speaker. This audio gadget gives you complex sound, rich bass, and clear dialogue.

JBL Bar 9.1 Soundbar

Enjoy a soundbar with Dolby Atmos when you have the JBL Bar 9.1 Soundbar. It features four Dolby Atmos drivers and a 10″ subwoofer. You also get two detachable speakers.

JBL Bar 9.1 soundbar on a stone cabinet

Roku Streambar Bluetooth Soundbar

Hear every detail with the Roku Streambar Bluetooth Soundbar. This soundbar lets you stream in 4K HDR quality to produce clean audio and clearer dialogue. It also delivers sharp resolution and vivid colors.

Roku Streambar Bluetooth soundbar in a woman’s hand

Bose Solo 5 TV Soundbar

Bring out the bass in your movies or music with the Bose Solo 5 TV Soundbar. This home device provides several audio programs, allowing the sound to adjust to your content. Additionally, the Bose Voice4Videos technology, along with Alexa and Google Assistant built-in, lets you find what you’re looking for in a matter of seconds.

Bose Solo 5 TV soundbar under a television

Denon DHT-S416 Soundbar

Set up a powerful surround-sound theater at home with the Denon DHT-S416 Soundbar. This soundbar has a wireless subwoofer and features Dolby Digital 5.1 decoding. You can also use Google Chromecast to stream audio from popular music platforms.

Best Home Entertainment Speakers of 2020

Audio Pro Drumfire Wireless Multiroom Speaker System

The Audio Pro Drumfire Wireless Multiroom Speaker System is on our list of the best of home entertainment in 2020 because it plays your music as it was meant to be heard. It provides bold, crisp sound that’s loud enough to fill large rooms.

KEF LS50 Meta Bookshelf Loudspeaker

Another excellent product on our roundup of the best of home entertainment in 2020 is the KEF LS50 Meta Bookshelf Loudspeaker. This lovely speaker has a curved design that radiates sound to all corners of the room. The antivibration design lets you play the music loudly, too.

Ruark Audio R2 Mk3 Streaming Music System

Play your favorite music from multiple sources with the Ruark Audio R2 Mk3 Streaming Music System. It provides Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect, and many other ways to play audio from pretty much anywhere.

Other Best Home Entertainment Gadgets of 2020

Sonos Sub Gen 3 Wireless Subwoofer

Upgrade the rest of your Sonos sound system with the Sonos Sub Gen 3 Wireless Subwoofer. It adds heart-thumping bass to your most-loved tunes with its two force-canceling drivers. Plus, you can either stand this audio device upright or turn it on its side. Either way, it has a great design.

Amazon All-New Fire TV Stick

Get HD-quality streaming capabilities with the Amazon All-New Fire TV Stick. Sold with the Alexa Voice remote, this useful gadget includes power and volume buttons. You’ll also reduce clutter since you can use your voice to search and launch shows in apps.

Roku Ultra Streaming Device

Stream your favorite TV shows in 4K with the Roku Ultra Streaming Device. It comes with quite a few features that let you turn your TV into a smart one. It lets you watch YouTube, Netflix, Amazon Prime, and more. Pair it via Bluetooth and AirPlay 2 with ease. Best of all, you’ll get a voice remote that lets you control the TV and create your own shortcuts.

Chromecast with Google TV Remote

Another of our favorite gadgets on our list of the best of home entertainment in 2020 is the Chromecast with Google TV Remote. This convenient remote keeps your favorite streaming channels in one place. It even has a voice assistant button that you can press and ask for comedy shows. This gadget’s simple design and floating stance make it easy to hold.

Chromecast with Google TV Remote on a wooden surface

Sevenhugs Smart Remote X All-in-One Controller

Combine your remote with your smart home hub when you have the Sevenhugs Smart Remote X All-in-One Controller. This remote operates your TV as well as the rest of your house. So use it to turn off the lights in your kids’ room when it’s bedtime. Or lock the front door from the sofa. This remote is an all-in-one house manager.

We hope you enjoyed this list of the best of home entertainment in 2020. This list includes some of our favorite TVs, soundbars, and other devices for home theaters this year. Do you have any of the products listed above? Let us know in the comments how they’ve worked out for you.

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