Every year, the What Hi-Fi? Awards celebrate the best in audio and home cinema. A whole host of awards are given out across many ranges and budgets of TVs, Hi-Fi gear and other tech.
But for each category only one is crowned Product of the Year. Here’s a quick Peter Tyson guide to the 2025 winners across TVs, speakers, amplifiers, and more. Whether you’re an audiophile, a home cinema fan, or just looking for the best gear, there’s something here for you.
TV Of The Year 2025
Winner: Sony Bravia 8 II
We can see why this TV has made an impact on the What Hi-fi? judges. The Bravia 8 II with it's unbelievably bright and vivid picture quality and stunning blacks impresses at every level.
Perfect for cinephiles looking for a peerless home cinema experience.
Other Winning TVs:
LG C5 OLED
TCL C6KS
Soundbar Of The Year 2025
Winner: Samsung HW-Q990F
Despite limited changes in appearance, the Samsung HW-Q990F has delivered in 2025 with an exceptional one box Dolby Atmos soundbar system. It delivers huge, room-filling Dolby Atmos sound with outstanding clarity and one of the most immersive soundstages you can get from a soundbar.
You'll want to check this if you want simple yet powerful home cinema sound.
Other Winning Soundbars:
Sonos Arc Ultra
KEF XIO
Projector Of The Year 2025
Winner: Sony VPL-XW5000ES
Sony seem to be leading the charge in the visual side of What Hi2025. Sony’s VPL-XW5000ES delivers stunning 4K clarity, excellent HDR handling, and vibrant colour accuracy for a truly premium home cinema experience.
If you're going big on your home cinema look further for your projector.
Other Winning Projectors:
Hisense M2 Pro
Epson EH-LS9000B
Speaker Package Of The Year 2025
Winner: Bowers & Wilkins 606 & 607 S3
A bit of de-ja-vu as the Bowers & Wilkins 606 & 607 S3 combo takes the speaker pack crown for a second year. Unsurprising though as the package delivers cohesive, detailed, and dynamic sound with impressive scale that outperforms typical compact surround setups.
For space concious home cinema enthusiasts looking for upgraded sound.
Other Winning Speakers Packages:
Dali Oberon 5 5.1
Wharfedale DX-3 5.1
Home Cinema Amplifier Of The Year 2025
Winner: Sony TA-AN1000
Wow! Another repeat winner - Sony’s TA-AN1000 retains the home cinema amp crown from last year. It's easy to see why as it's still relatively new and delivers powerful, cinematic surround performance with precise imaging and smart calibration that makes setup effortless.
A sure fire choice for a long lasting heart for your home cinema.
Other Winning Home Cinema Amplifiers:
Marantz Cinema 30
Stereo Amplifier Of The Year 2025
Winner: Arcam A15+
An incredibly versatile and popular amp here at Peter Tyson. The Arcam A15+ offers clean power, excellent control, and a refined, open sound that lifts the performance of any paired speakers.
Ideal for music lovers who want clean power and refined sound in a modern, easy-to-use stereo system.
Other Winning Stereo Amplifiers:
Cyrus 40 AMP
Arcam A5+
Floorstanding Speakers Of The Year 2025
Winner: Fyne Audio F501E
We knew there was something truly special about these speakers when they launched. Fyne’s F501E delivers rich dynamics, refined articulation, and a broad soundstage that brings energy and scale to any space.
Always wanted floorstanders but got a small space? These might just be for you.
Other Winning Floorstanding Speakers:
Wharfedale Diamond 12.3
PMC prodigy5
Standmount Speakers Of The Year 2025
Winner: Acoustic Energy AE300 Mk2
A highly coveted pair of speakers that we love the sound of in store. The AE300 Mk2 offers superb detail, tight bass, and a balanced presentation that makes them shine in both stereo setups and smaller dedicated rooms.
Looking for a pair of standmounts between £500 and £1K? Definitely audition these.
Other Winning Standmount Speakers:
Dali Kupid
Ruark Audio MR1 MK3
Wireless Speaker Of The Year 2025
Winner: JBL Charge 6
Through every iteration the Charge wireless speakers have refined their sound and usability. The JBL Charge 6 takes things up a gear with punchy sound, impressive bass, and all-day portability into a rugged body that’s built for real-world listening.
Ideal for festival frequenters and mobile music lovers.
Other Winning Wireless Speakers:
JBL Flip 7
Audio Pro C20
Music Streamer Of The Year 2025
Winner: Bluesound Node Icon
When it comes to products that we've regularly demoed in store, 2025 has been the year of the Bluesound Node Icon. It offers fast, seamless streaming with high-resolution playback and a clean, authoritative sound that outperforms its price point.
An incredible upgrade into digital streaming for your separates hi-fi.
Other Winning Music Streamers:
WiiM Pro Plus
Cyrus 40 ST
It doesn't stop there! With so much to chose from the wide range of winners at this year's What Hi-Fi? Awards you should check out all the best products here at Peter Tyson.
Want to demo any of the winners listed here? Get in touch with us today or simply visit one of our stores in Carlisle, Newcastle or Workington.