Customer reviews from iliveelectronics.com
iLive - 5.1-Channel Home Theater System with Bluetooth, IHTB142B
Average customer rating
4
(97 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 97 reviews
5 Stars
49
4 Stars
21
3 Stars
15
2 Stars
5
1 Star
7
84%of customers recommend this product.
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37 out of
44)
Customer Reviews for iLive - 5.1-Channel Home Theater System with Bluetooth, IHTB142B
Customer Rating
2
Not worth the money
on July 18, 2025
Posted by: alm29_1237
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had super high hopes for this system but found it to be a bit lacking. The material is very cheap and the speakers that it comes with are actually physically wired, limiting their placement throughout the room and not creating the "surround sound" effect I was hoping for. Overall, the sound is alright, given its use in a smaller space. For the cost, I would try purchasing from a different brand instead.
Written by a customer while visiting iliveelectronics.com
Customer Rating
3
Good for your budget
on July 18, 2025
Posted by: mred_6606
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] If you’re looking for an affordable surround sound upgrade and don’t mind a bit of compromise on audio fidelity and build quality, the iLive 5.1 Home Theater System offers decent value at the price. However, audiophiles or anyone with a modern home theater setup may want to spend a bit more for better input options and fuller sound.
Written by a customer while visiting iliveelectronics.com
Customer Rating
4
Pretty good for price!
on July 16, 2025
Posted by: fancydressjess_5064
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] For the price, it's pretty decent. Setting it up was super easy, even I managed to do it without needing my tech savvy partners help. The sound quality is surprisingly good. It fills my living room nicely when I'm watching movies or listening to music. The bass is a bit lacking, but you can't expect too much for the price. The Bluetooth connectivity is really convenient. I can easily stream music from my phone without any hiccups. It also has an FM radio, which is a fun throwback. The remote is simple to use, although it feels a bit cheap.
My biggest gripe is probably the speaker wires. They're kind of thin and feel like they could break easily, so I'm being extra careful with them. If you're on a budget and looking for a simple speaker setup, the iLive 5.1 system is worth it. It's not going to blow you away with sound, but it definitely enhances my movie nights and music sessions without breaking my budget. Just be careful with the wires!
My biggest gripe is probably the speaker wires. They're kind of thin and feel like they could break easily, so I'm being extra careful with them. If you're on a budget and looking for a simple speaker setup, the iLive 5.1 system is worth it. It's not going to blow you away with sound, but it definitely enhances my movie nights and music sessions without breaking my budget. Just be careful with the wires!
Written by a customer while visiting iliveelectronics.com
Customer Rating
4
Decent sound but bass could be better
on July 12, 2025
Posted by: nailahd_938
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First off, very easy set up. Once all connected it’s decent sounding however the base could me better in my personal opinion. I love the Bluetooth option which allows easy music playing and convenience. Overall it’s decent and sleek. Not too bulky for my space.
Written by a customer while visiting iliveelectronics.com
Customer Rating
5
Easy installation
on June 21, 2025
Posted by: deys_3788
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was an easy-to-install system with Bluetooth connectivity for watching movies or listening to music at moderate volume, which is perfect for my small living room. It truly stands for accessibility, quality, and convenience.
Written by a customer while visiting iliveelectronics.com
Customer Rating
3
Wired sound system
on June 16, 2025
Posted by: jginter11_4756
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received these products free from Influenster and iLive in exchange for my honest review. This comes with sound bar, subwoofer, and 4 wired smaller speakers. The optical cord it comes with to connect to the TV is very short and not ideal. The 4 smaller speakers are wired and so basically have cords all over. They would have been better with no wires.
Written by a customer while visiting iliveelectronics.com
Customer Rating
5
A great budget-friendly surround sound system that
on June 15, 2025
Posted by: zharkoi_7808
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was pleasantly surprised by the iLive 5.1 Home Theater System. The setup was easy, and the sound quality is impressive for the price point. The bass is deep enough for movie nights, and the Bluetooth connectivity works smoothly with both TV and phone. It’s a great budget-friendly option to upgrade your home entertainment. The design is sleek and doesn’t take up much space. Perfect for a small living room!
Written by a customer while visiting iliveelectronics.com
Customer Rating
5
Really nice speakers
on June 13, 2025
Posted by: saleeng_1310
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This home theater system is great, blue tooth, optic cable, nice remote and has lots of speakers. Easy to set up and it sounds great. I recommend it.
Written by a customer while visiting iliveelectronics.com