First, check your Westinghouse TV’s audio output. Westinghouse sets vary: newer Roku-Westinghouse models have HDMI ARC and optical, while older or basic models may have only an optical port or even just a 3.5mm/RCA jack. The good news — every soundbar below has an optical input (the most universal option) plus Bluetooth, so it will connect to virtually any Westinghouse TV. If your set lacks optical too, pick the Saiyin, which also takes a 3.5mm AUX cable.
Westinghouse makes affordable TVs, and their built-in speakers are usually the weakest part — thin, quiet and hard to follow for dialogue. A soundbar is the cheapest fix, but the trick with a budget TV is connection: not every Westinghouse has HDMI ARC, so you want a bar that also accepts optical or aux. Every pick below does.
We chose bars that (1) connect easily to a Westinghouse TV, (2) stay budget-friendly to match the TV, and (3) have plenty of verified owner ratings. They run from an ultra-compact bar for a small set to a full 5.1 surround system.
Top picks at a glance
- Best for most: the TCL Alto 6+ — sub included, budget price.
- Most bass: the Samsung HW-B450.
- Small or basic TV: the Saiyin compact bar.
| Soundbar | Connections | Owner rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCL Alto 6+ | HDMI / Optical / BT | ★ 4.3 (4,815) | Most people |
| Sony HT-S100F | Optical / BT | ★ 4.2 (8,893) | Brand-name compact |
| Samsung HW-B450 | Optical / BT | ★ 4.3 (1,149) | Bass on a budget |
| Vizio V-Series 5.1 (V51x-J6) | HDMI / Optical / BT | ★ 4.5 (6,850) | Surround on a budget |
| Saiyin 17\" Compact Sound Bar | Optical / AUX / BT | ★ 4.2 (492) | Small or basic TVs |
1. TCL Alto 6+ — Best overall
For a Westinghouse TV, the Alto 6+ is the sweet spot: a 2.1 bar with a wireless subwoofer for real bass, three EQ presets, and HDMI, optical and Bluetooth so it connects to any Westinghouse set, ARC or not. At a budget price with nearly 5,000 ratings, nothing else here gives you a subwoofer for so little. The catch: Only three EQ presets and no Atmos, but neither matters at this price.
Verdict — Buy it: the default upgrade for almost any Westinghouse TV.
2. Sony HT-S100F — Best compact brand-name
If you want a trusted name in a single tidy bar, the Sony HT-S100F is it: a compact 2.0 bar with a bass-reflex design, Bluetooth and an optical input that plugs straight into a Westinghouse TV. With nearly 9,000 ratings it is the safe, no-sub pick for a bedroom or smaller room. The catch: No subwoofer, so bass is modest compared with the TCL or Samsung.
Verdict — Buy it: the pick for a clean, brand-name bar without a sub.
3. Samsung HW-B450 — Best for bass
The HW-B450 brings a wireless subwoofer, Game Mode and Adaptive Sound to a budget price, and its optical input means it pairs with any Westinghouse TV regardless of HDMI ARC. It is the pick when you want noticeably more low-end for movies and games. The catch: Ecosystem extras need a Samsung TV; on a Westinghouse you get the core sound only.
Verdict — Buy it: the pick for the most bass per dollar with a name brand.
4. Vizio V-Series 5.1 (V51x-J6) — Best for surround
Want true rear surround with your Westinghouse TV without spending big? The V-Series 5.1 packs a bar, two rear satellites and a wireless subwoofer, connecting over HDMI or optical. It is the cheapest way here to get real 5.1 movie immersion. The catch: You have to run wires to the rear speakers, and the satellites are small.
Verdict — Buy it: the pick if you want surround sound, not just a bar.
5. Saiyin 17\" Compact Sound Bar — Best for small / basic TVs
For a small or older Westinghouse TV — or one with only optical or a 3.5mm output — this ultra-compact 17-inch Saiyin bar is the easy answer. It takes optical, AUX and Bluetooth, mounts on a wall, and costs very little while clearly beating built-in TV speakers. The catch: No subwoofer and limited output; it is a clarity upgrade, not a home theater.
Verdict — Buy it: the pick for a small, basic, or secondary Westinghouse TV.
How to choose a soundbar for a Westinghouse TV
Start with connection, then sound. Connection: if your Westinghouse has HDMI ARC, any bar here works and ARC lets the TV remote control volume; if it only has optical, all of these still connect; if it only has a 3.5mm/RCA output, choose the Saiyin. Sound: for real bass pick a 2.1 with a subwoofer (TCL, Samsung) or step up to the Vizio 5.1 for surround; for a small room or second TV, the compact Sony or Saiyin is plenty.
Because connection is the whole game with a budget TV, our soundbars with optical input guide is worth a read — optical is the port most likely to be on your Westinghouse. If you decide you want true rear channels, see soundbars with wireless rear speakers, and to compare makers head-to-head, our best soundbar brands guide helps. The home audio hub covers the rest of the room.
Westinghouse TV soundbar FAQ
How do I connect a soundbar to a Westinghouse TV?
Use HDMI ARC if your Westinghouse has it (the HDMI port labelled ARC), as it also passes volume control. If not, use the optical (digital audio out) port — every bar here supports it. As a last resort, a 3.5mm/AUX or Bluetooth connection works; the Saiyin bar accepts AUX.
Does my Westinghouse TV have HDMI ARC?
Newer Roku-Westinghouse models usually do — look for an HDMI port labelled “ARC.” Many older or basic Westinghouse TVs do not, in which case use the optical output instead. Either way, the soundbars here will connect.
Do I need an expensive soundbar for a Westinghouse TV?
No. Because Westinghouse TVs are budget sets, a budget bar is the right match. The TCL Alto 6+ already adds a wireless subwoofer and a big step up in clarity over the TV speakers.
Will a soundbar fix quiet or unclear dialogue on my Westinghouse TV?
Yes — that is the main reason to add one. Even the compact bars here are far clearer than built-in TV speakers, and bars with a subwoofer add the weight that makes voices and effects easier to follow.
Can I control the soundbar with my Westinghouse remote?
Over HDMI ARC, usually yes — the TV remote adjusts soundbar volume. Over optical you generally use the soundbar’s own remote, or program a universal remote. Bluetooth bars are controlled by the bar’s remote or app.
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