Hisense R652 Soundbar vs LG S60TR 5.1 Channel Home Theater Soundbar with Rear Speakers
Buy the LG S60TR if you want the better-reviewed, more reliable 5.1 setup and own an LG TV; it costs $249.99 at Best Buy as of November 3, 2026. Buy the Hisense R652 if you want Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support for less; it costs $159.00 at B&H Photo-Video-Audio as of November 3, 2026. The LG is $91 more and scores higher with buyers (4.5 vs 4.1), but the Hisense adds object-based formats the LG lacks.
Today the Hisense R652 Soundbar costs $90.99 less at its best price.
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Hisense R652 Soundbar
4.1Choose the Hisense R652 if you want Dolby Atmos and DTS:X overhead effects on a tight budget and can live with a smaller, less-proven 5.1 system.
- Dolby Atmos and DTS:X at a low price
- eARC over a single HDMI cable, cable included
- Wireless subwoofer and wireless rear speakers
- Seven sound modes including night and game
What separates them
| Hisense R652 Soundbar | LG S60TR 5.1 Channel Home Theater Soundbar with Rear Speakers | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (best new) | $159.00 at B&H Photo-Video-Audio as of November 3, 2026 | $249.99 at Best Buy as of November 3, 2026 |
| Surround formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround |
| Channel claim | 5.1, described as 5.1.2 with overhead projection | 5.1 with dedicated rear speakers |
| Rear speakers | Wireless dedicated rears included | Wireless connection to soundbar, but the rears themselves are wired |
| HDMI | eARC | ARC only |
| Buyer rating | 4.1 out of 5 from 381 ratings | 4.5 out of 5 from 1,100 ratings |
| TV integration | No voice assistant, no TV-ecosystem features listed | WOW Orchestra and WOW Interface with LG TVs; app control |
Price history
- Hisense R652 Soundbar: lowest $159.00 on Nov 3 at B&H Photo-Video-Audio.
- LG S60TR 5.1 Channel Home Theater Soundbar with Rear Speakers: lowest $18.99 on Nov 2 at Rent-A-Center; $249.99 on Nov 4.
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Hisense R652 Soundbar
- WalmartRefurbished
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$99.99Free shippingObserved Nov 3, 2026, 9:16 AM - eBayRefurbished
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$109.99Free shippingObserved Nov 3, 2026, 9:16 AM - B&H Photo-Video-AudioNew
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LG S60TR 5.1 Channel Home Theater Soundbar with Rear Speakers
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Specs compared
| Spec | Hisense R652 Soundbar | LG S60TR 5.1 Channel Home Theater Soundbar with Rear Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| color | Black | Black |
| Connectivity | Wireless, Bluetooth, Wired, HDMI | Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, Optical Audio |
| Wireless | Bluetooth | Yes |
| Max Wattage | 440 W | 440 W |
| RMS Power | 440 W | — |
| System Configuration | 5.1 Channel | — |
| Audio Inputs | HDMI, Digital Optical TOSLINK, USB | — |
| Surround Sound Formats | Dolby Digital, DTS:X, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby… | — |
| Driver Size | 1 in | — |
| Speaker Config. | 5.1 |
What reviewers say
Hisense R652 Soundbar
With 4.1 out of 5 from 381 ratings, owners generally see the R652 as strong value for a first surround system. Most praise the overhead and rear effects for the money; complaints tend to focus on bass depth and setup quirks.
- Surround and overhead effects for the price
- Easy one-cable eARC hookup
- Wireless subwoofer placement freedom
- Clear dialogue in news and movie modes
- Bass is modest for large rooms
- Rear speaker pairing and placement can take fiddling
- Music playback sounds less refined than movies
LG S60TR 5.1 Channel Home Theater Soundbar with Rear Speakers
With 4.5 out of 5 from about 1,100 ratings, owners largely report clear, full sound, strong bass and simple setup. Some mention wireless connection hiccups, and at least one questioned the upgrade over their TV's own speakers.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for movies with overhead sound?
- The Hisense R652. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, which the LG S60TR does not. The LG gives you a conventional 5.1 layout with rear speakers instead.
- Is the LG worth $91 more?
- If you own an LG TV, yes. WOW Orchestra and one-remote control add real convenience, and it has a 4.5 rating from 1,100 buyers versus 4.1 from 381 for the Hisense. If you want Atmos on a budget, the Hisense is the better value.
- Which has better rear speakers?
- The Hisense. Its rear speakers connect wirelessly. The LG's rears connect wirelessly to the soundbar but are wired themselves, which limits placement.
- Which is more reliable?
- The LG has the stronger track record by ratings, 4.5 from 1,100 versus 4.1 from 381. Some LG buyers do report wireless connectivity issues, so keep the receipt.
- Do both include a subwoofer?
- Yes. Both are 5.1 systems with a wireless subwoofer in the box.
- Which is easier to set up?
- Both are simple. The Hisense includes an HDMI cable and uses eARC for one-cable connection. The LG pairs with the LG app and an LG TV remote.