Tom's Guide TV & Audio Awards 2026

The 2026 Tom's Guide TV & Audio Awards have revealed a plethora of top-notch products for home cinema enthusiasts. Cutting-edge RGB TVs from Samsung, LG, Sony, and Hisense have made an impact, alongside fantastic active speakers by Klipsch and Edifier. For audio, new luxurious open-back headphones have truly impressed listeners.

Audeze Maxwell 2 ANC features noise cancellation, planar magnetic drivers with excellent fidelity, and a closed-back design for immersive sound. This headset is a top pick among Audeze's gaming lineup.

For families, Belkin SoundForm Mini 2 Kids Wireless Headphones offer set volume control to safeguard children's hearing during music listening. Managing Editor Nick Pino appreciates these headphones for their value.

Bluesound Pulse Cinema stands out as the best multi-room audio solution, delivering 3.2.2 Dolby Atmos sound through 16 drivers. Managing Editor Nick Pino highly recommends it.

Creative Technology XF1 open-back computer speakers, equipped with a 10-band parametric equalizer and numerous genre-specific presets, are a game-changer for desktop audio. Editor Nick Pino considers them the Swiss Army knife of desktop speakers.

Denon AVR-X2900H AV receiver, known for its excellence in home cinema amplification, impresses with a mid-range model that captivates both movies and music. Reviewer Steve May lauds its thoughtful engineering, sensible connectivity, and multiroom platform.

EarFun Clip 2 open-earbuds cater to gym-goers and runners, offering comfortable clip style, AI-powered real-time translation, and a long-lasting 40-hour battery. Senior Writer Nikita Achanta recommends them as some of the best cheap earbuds available.

Edifier S880DB MKII speakers, priced at $449, make a significant impact due to their rich, controlled low-end, expansive mids, and flexible treble. Senior Reviews Writer Erin Bashford commends their high-end appearance and exceptional sound quality.