Samsung HW-S60D Review
A polished single-bar option for households that want broad streaming and Samsung-TV integration without extra speakers.
At a Glance
The S60D packs extensive wireless features and a surprisingly spacious presentation into one compact enclosure, but it cannot match subwoofer-equipped rivals for low-end weight or true rear-channel effects.
Samsung HW-S60D Specifications
The Samsung HW-S60D/ZA is a 5.0-channel all-in-one soundbar with seven speakers, Dolby Atmos and Dolby TrueHD, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.2, HDMI eARC, optical input, AirPlay, Chromecast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect.
Audio & Channels
| Channel Configuration | 5.0 |
| Speakers | 7 speakers; center and side-firing speakers included |
Audio Formats
| Supported Formats | Dolby Atmos; Dolby TrueHD; Dolby Digital Plus Atmos Music; DTS 5.1ch; MP3; AAC; OGG; FLAC; WAV; ALAC; AIFF |
| Hi-Res Audio | Hi-Res Audio Decoding supported |
Included Components
- Main soundbar
Sound Features
- Wireless Dolby Atmos
- Q-Symphony
- SpaceFit Sound Pro
- Adaptive Sound
- Active Voice Amplifier
- Voice Enhance Mode
- Night Mode
- DTS Virtual:X
Connectivity
| HDMI Inputs | None |
| HDMI eARC/ARC | 1 HDMI output with eARC |
| Optical Input | 1 optical digital audio input |
| USB | Service-only USB |
Wireless & Streaming
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac, 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| AirPlay | AirPlay supported |
| Chromecast / Google Cast | Chromecast supported |
| Streaming Services | Spotify Connect; Tidal Hi-Fi Connect; Roon Tested |
| Multiroom | Samsung SmartThings |
Controls & Smart Features
| Voice Assistants | Bixby built-in; Alexa built-in; works with Google |
| App | Samsung SmartThings app |
| Remote | TM2141A remote included; HDMI-CEC / One Remote Control supported |
Dimensions & Weight
| Soundbar Dimensions | 26.3 x 2.4 x 4.1 in |
| Soundbar Weight | 6.0 lb |
| Subwoofer Dimensions | Not included |
| Wall Mount | Wall-mount kit included |
In the Box
- TM2141A remote control
- Remote-control battery
- HDMI cable
- Wall-mount kit
- Power adapter
- Warranty card
Warranty & Support
| Support | Samsung US product support, manuals, troubleshooting, chat/text support and repair services |
Summary
The single-bar system does not include a subwoofer or rear speakers, although compatible Samsung add-ons are available. It supports wireless Dolby Atmos, SpaceFit Sound Pro, Q-Symphony and built-in voice assistants.
Should You Buy the Samsung HW-S60D?
The Samsung HW-S60D ranks #4 of 10 in our Best Soundbars Under $300 ranking, with a CORE score of 81/100. It is strongest on connectivity & compatibility and features & music flexibility, where it ranks 1st and 2nd of 10.
Buy it if
- You own a Samsung-TV and want a compact, feature-rich single-bar upgrade.
- You want strong connectivity & compatibility: it ranks 1st of 10 on this measure.
- You want strong features & music flexibility: it ranks 2nd of 10 on this measure.
Skip it if
- Value & total cost is your top priority. The TCL S65K S Series 5.1 scores 96 there, against 76 for the Samsung HW-S60D.
How the Samsung HW-S60D Scored
CORE scores every model in this category on the factors below, listed from most to least important for soundbars under $300. The rank shows where the Samsung HW-S60D places among the 10 models in our Best Soundbars Under $300 ranking.
Technical Assessment
Performance
The bar spreads effects wider than a basic stereo speaker and remains easy to set up through HDMI eARC and SmartThings. Dialogue can soften in dense mixes, while the absence of a subwoofer is most obvious in action scenes and bass-heavy music, where impact is lighter than on 2.1 and 5.1 packages.
Reliability and Ownership
The retained owner aggregate is large and positive, and no repeated exact-model defect theme was strong enough to dominate the ownership picture. Samsung-specific features add convenience on compatible TVs, so cross-brand households should treat ecosystem dependence as a compatibility consideration rather than a reliability concern.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Five-channel all-in-one design keeps speaker clutter low
- SmartThings, AirPlay 2 and Chromecast broaden wireless playback
- HDMI eARC and Q-Symphony integrate neatly with compatible TVs
Cons
- Low-bass output is limited without a separate subwoofer
- Surround scale is less enveloping than packages with physical rear speakers
- Its current price is close to the category ceiling despite the single-box design
What Reviewers and Owners Say
- Controlled testing found relatively balanced sound and broad feature support for a compact all-in-one bar, with limited low-bass because there is no subwoofer.
- Hands-on testing found easy setup and an expansive presentation, but dialogue could sound muffled and the best ecosystem features favor compatible Samsung TVs.
Owners rate the Samsung HW-S60D 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 924 ratings at 2 US retailers.
Samsung HW-S60D Alternatives
TCL S65K S Series 5.1
Choose it for stronger bass performance: it scores 82 there, against 60 for the Samsung HW-S60D.
LG S40TR 4.1
Choose it for stronger bass performance: it scores 84 there, against 60 for the Samsung HW-S60D.
Yamaha SR-C30A
Choose it for stronger bass performance: it scores 85 there, against 60 for the Samsung HW-S60D.
How We Evaluate
Last updated October 7, 2026.